| What kind of soccer club is Eastgate Soccer Association? |
Eastgate Soccer is a recreational soccer club serving
children and teens, from age 3 up through age 18.
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What is recreational soccer? |
The purpose of recreational soccer is to provide an
opportunity for the participants to have fun, learn the
sport and develop life skills including a life long love of
the game.
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Does my child have to try out? |
No. There are no tryouts at the recreational level. Nor are
teams formed by invitation or recruitment. As long as your child is in good physical condition, is fit to
participate in soccer and suffers from no physical
impairment that might be aggravated by said participation
they are eligible to play.
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How are teams formed? |
Teams are formed by random draw. The draw is used to
establish a fair or balanced distribution of playing talent
across all teams. At the older age groups there may only be
one team for each bracket so the draw becomes irrelevant.
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What are the age groups? |
Most age groups span 2 years. An example age group would be
U14. The "U" translates to "Under". So U14 means "Under
14s". The age groups are; U5, U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U16 and
U19.
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How do I know what age group my child belongs in? |
Cincinnati Hills SAY Soccer sets the age brackets for the
league. These age brackets are as follows:
Division
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Name
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Born on or After
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Born on or Before
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U5
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Dribblers
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8/1/2009
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12/30/2010
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U6
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Dribblers
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8/1/2008
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7/31/2009
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U8
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Passers
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8/1/2006
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7/31/2008
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U10
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Wings
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8/1/2004
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7/31/2006
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U12
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Strikers
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8/1/2002
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7/31/2004
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U14
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Kickers
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8/1/2000
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7/31/2002
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U16
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Minors
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8/1/1998
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7/31/2000
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U19
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Seniors
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8/1/1995
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7/31/1998
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So what league does Eastgate participate in? |
Eastgate Soccer participates in Cincinnati Hills SAY Soccer
League. Eastgate players, parents, spectators, coaches and
referees are not only bound by the policies and codes of
conduct of Eastgate Soccer Association but also Cincinnati
Hills SAY Soccer.
For more information you can visit
http://cincinnatihillssaysoccer.org/
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What kind of policies and code of conducts are
players and parents asked to adhere to? |
Cincinnati Hills SAY Soccer requires that all parents and
spectators sign and adhere to the policies specified in the CHSS 2012 Parent & Spectator Code of Conduct. Your coach
will collect these from you at the start of the season.
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What other districts participate in Cincinnati Hills
SAY Soccer? |
The following districts participate in the Cincinnati Hill
SAY Soccer League. They are,
Deer Park, Eastgate, Fairfax, Indian Hill, Madeira,
Mariemont, Reading & Terrace Park.
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Which youth soccer organization is Eastgate Soccer a
member? |
Eastgate Soccer is a member of SAY, Soccer Association for
Youth. Their website is
http://www.saysoccer.org/
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How many games are played per season? |
League games vary between 8 and 10 games per season
depending on age group.
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Is there a minimum amount of time my child will get
to play? |
Yes. SAY Soccer requires that all children play at least 2
quarters of a game.
This may not always be possible
if a child arrives to a game late or leaves early. If you
suspect this may be the case we ask that parents work this
out with the coach beforehand.
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Is there a maximum amount of time my child will get
to play? |
There is no maximum. Eastgate tries to create teams with
enough substitutes to give children adequate breaks during
the game. But sickness, vacation, school and other events
may leave a team with minimal or no substitutes allowing
some or all players to play an entire game.
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My child was just subbed out. Can they come back
into a game? |
Yes. Substitutions are unlimited at the recreational level.
Substitutions can only be made at specific points during the
game. See the Rules webpage under the "Referees" section for
more details.
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How many players are there on a field? |
The maximum number of players on a field varies based on age-group.
This number includes a goalkeeper if the age group uses one.
The minimum number of players is also listed. If a team can
not field the minimum players the game will be forfeit.
Please let your coach know if you can not make a game, so
they can reschedule if the expect they can not field enough
players. The table below outlines these minimum and maximum
player counts as well as whether that age group uses a
goalkeeper.
Age Group
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No. of
players on field
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Minimum
players required
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Is there a
Goalkeeper?
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U5
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5
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4
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No
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U6
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5
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4
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No
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U8
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6
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4
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Yes
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U10
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8
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5
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Yes
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U12
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8
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5
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Yes
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U14
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11
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7
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Yes
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U16
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11
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7
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Yes
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U19
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11
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7
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Yes
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How many players are there on a team? |
Each player must play 2 quarters of a game. This means
that the maximum number of players on a team
can not be more than double the
maximum number of players allowed on the field at any one
time. So team size varies with age group.
Eastgate wants every child to play more than 2 quarters so
we generally aim somewhere in the middle in hopes every
child will play at least three quarters.
Eastgate tries to create teams with
enough substitutes to give children adequate breaks during
the game. But sickness, vacation, school and other events
may leave a team with minimal or no substitutes allowing
some or all players to play an entire game.
See the
Target Team Size below.
Age Group
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Maximum
players on field
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Eastgate
Target
Team Size
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Maximum possible team
size
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U5
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5
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10
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10
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U6
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5
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10
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10
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U8
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6
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10
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12
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U10
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8
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12
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16
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U12
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8
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12
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16
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U14
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11
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15
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22
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U16
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11
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15
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22
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U19
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11
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15
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22
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My child's team is short-sided, will we still play? |
Possibly.
If the player turn out is
above the minimum amount of
players required the team will play.
If the the
player turn out is below the
minimum amount of players required the team will not play
and will forfeit the game (it will be considered a win for
the other team and a loss for the forfeiting team).
Please let your coach know if you can not make a game, so
they can reschedule well before game-day if the expect they
can not field enough players.
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Why are there no goalkeepers at the Under 5's/6's (U5/U6)
age-group? |
There are no goalkeepers at the Under 5's (U5) and Under 6's (U6) level because
we want to see a lot of goals. We believe this is critical
to the confidence of younger players. Goalkeepers are
introduced at the Under 8 (U8) age group.
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Are scores kept? |
Scores are only kept at the older age-groups.
Scores
are not kept for the Under 5's (U5), Under 6's
(U6) and Under 8's (U8).
Scores
are kept for the Under 10's
(U10) and up.
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Where can I see current standings / scores? |
Scores are not kept for the Under 5's (U5), Under 6's (U6) and Under 8's (U8).
Scores for older age groups (U10
and above), as well as current standings, can be found here.
http://www.cincinnatihillssaysoccer.org/standings.asp
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Where can I learn more about the rules/laws of the game? |
For a comprehensive guide to all the laws and rules of the
game of soccer please click here or go to the referees section of the website.
Please note that rules will vary based on age group. For
example Under 6's (U6) do not play with goalkeepers, have
throw-ins, corners, or offsides. If in doubt please consult
your coach.
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Are there any tournaments? |
Yes. But only during the Fall season. During the Fall season
Eastgate teams participate in the Cincinnati Hills SAY
Soccer (CHSS) end of season tournament. Teams are seeded
based on how well they did during the Fall Season.
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Do I have to pay for the CHSS Tournament? |
No. The CHSS Fall tournament is part of your Fall
registration fee.
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Can my team play in other tournaments? |
Yes. But we leave the registration and organization into
these extra events entirely up to the coach and/or parents.
Also, any fees for the additional tournaments are the
complete responsibility of the parents.
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What about indoor soccer? |
Eastgate league and tournament games are all played outside
on grass or turf.
Some coaches additionally organize
their team's participation in winter indoor leagues. Please
see your coach if they plan to participate in an indoor
program.
Please note, that these games are
NOT governed or organized by
Eastgate Soccer or Cincinnati Hills SAY and fall under a
different youth soccer program with different rules and
registration fees.
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Will I be required to travel to any games? |
Yes. Half of your games will be played in Eastgate. The
remaining half will be scheduled at the fields of other
districts. Younger age groups such as U5/U6 (Under 5's / Under 6's) play
all their games in Eastgate and do not travel.
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Where are home games played? |
Home games are played at Clepper Park in Eastgate. The park
address is 4722 Summerside Road, Cincinnati, Ohio 45244. For
turn by turn directions to Clepper Park
click here.
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Does Eastgate publish directions to the away games? |
Yes. Click this link for a page with turn by turn directions to all away
fields.
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Where are practices held? |
All practices are held at Clepper Park. See the FAQ on
"Where are home games played" for directions to Clepper
Park.
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Clepper Park has lots of soccer fields. Where do I
go for practices/games? |
Each field is measured for a different age-group. For an
in-depth map of Clepper Park and the location of each field
please
click here.
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How often and how long will my child practice? |
This varies greatly based on age group. Under 5's/6's (U5/U6) will
often only practice once per week for 45 minutes. Whereas
Under 14's (U14) may practice 2 times a week for 1.5-2 hours
per practice.
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What days and times will my child practice? |
Practice days and times will be set by the coach. Your coach
will call/email you with these date/time of the first
practice/parent meeting. If you have problems with the day
or time please address these with your coach.
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What if I can't make the practice schedule of my
current team? |
If the current practice schedule is not feasible please
contact
[email protected] as soon as possible and
we can try and place your child on another team that
practices at a different day and/or time.
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When is the registration deadline? |
The Spring registration deadline is typically the first week
of March. The Fall registration deadline is typically the
first week of July. Stayed tuned to the homepage for exact
registration deadline dates.
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What if I miss the registration deadline? |
We accept late registrations but can not guarantee
placement. Please email
[email protected] to check for available
spots.
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How much is registration? |
Registration is $65 per player.
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Do I have to pay for uniforms? |
Under 5's (U5) / Under 6's (U6) receive a free t-shirt as part of their
registration fee and do not have to pay a uniform fee.
However, Under 5's (U5) / Under 6's (U6) will need to provide their own socks (black) and shorts (black).
All other age groups;
Under 8's (U8) through Under 19's (U19) have to pay a $20
uniform fee. This uniform includes a Shirt (x1), Shorts (x1)
& Socks (x1).
All age groups need to provide their
own shin guards and soccer cleats.
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Do I have to pay the uniform fee each season? |
No. Uniforms can be used from season to season.
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Are there any other fees? |
No, and this is what distinguishes Eastgate Soccer from many
other soccer clubs and leagues. Other clubs may charge a low
registration fee, only to tack on extra fees on the back
end, such as referee, tournament, field rental and teams
fees. Other clubs may also require parents and players to
participate in fundraising, or, volunteer to paint field
lines or act as a tournament marshal. Eastgate Soccer does
not do this.
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Can I get a refund? |
Registration & uniform fee refunds will be given up to the
first game of the season.
The season budget is set from the number of registered kids.
These fees cover SAY national fees, SAY district
fees, referee fees, tournament fees, new equipment, web
site, coach training & certification, field lining and much
more.
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When do the season games begin and end? |
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Spring season typically begins the first
week of April and goes through to the last week of May.
Fall season typically begins around Labor
Day and goes through to Halloween.
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When do practices begin? |
Spring practices typically begin late March.
Fall
practices typically begin mid-August.
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What other equipment does my child need? |
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Soccer Ball
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Shin guards
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Soccer Shorts
- Shoes
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Bring enough water for all practices & games
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Can my child wear jewelry, or, hair accessories
during games or practices? |
Jewelry is not permitted during
games or practices (this includes ALL
types of earrings).
Hair accessories
are permitted if they are soft
fabric.
Hair accessories are
not permitted if they are made from hard plastic or
metal.
Wristwatches are also
not permitted.
Referees will require children
to remove all jewelry (including all types of earrings),
wristwatches and hard/metal hair accessories before games.
The referee makes the final call on
what they consider permissible (safe) for all players on the
field.
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My child has a cast, can they participate in games /
practices? |
No. If your child has a hard or soft cast they
can not participate in games or
practices.
Braces, such as knee braces, especially
those with hard plastics or metals are
not permitted in games or practices.
Bandages, such as knee bandages, made only from soft fabric,
are permitted.
When in doubt check with your coach.
The referee makes the final call on what they
consider permissible (safe) for all players on the field.
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My child is really interested in goalkeeping, what
extra equipment will I need? |
Be sure to discuss with your coach first. Your coach may
already have goalkeeper equipment they can loan your child
during practices and games.
Typically
goalkeeper equipment is not vital until the older age
brackets. This would be the Under 12's (U12) and above.
Please note
that goalkeepers are not introduced until Under 8 (U8) age
bracket.
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Are there goalkeeper specific training sessions my
child can attend? |
Yes. Keep an eye on the main page of this website for more
details.
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Can I get team photos? |
Beach Photography handles all our
pictures. They will contact coaches for
dates and times. Please see your team coach for more details
towards the middle of the season. Beach Photography can
print your child's picture on a number of items, including
coffee mugs, posters, buttons and much more! You can visit
their
website here.
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Is there an end-of-season party? |
Most teams organize an end of season party. Some coaches may
delegate this task to the parents. Check with your coach for
details.
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Where can I go to register? |
Click on the "Player" section of the website and click on
"Register Online". Alternatively
click here to register.
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What happens after I complete the registration form? |
You will receive a confirmation email detailing further
instructions as well as provide you with a registration
number. These instructions will ask that you send your
payment and a copy of your child's birth certificate to:
Eastgate Soccer Association
4530 Eastgate Blvd
Suite 632-125
Cincinnati, Ohio 45245
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Will I receive notification that my check has been
received? |
Yes. As soon as your check is received you will receive an
email from our registration software that you payment is
soon to post at your bank.
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Do you accept credit card payments? |
Yes. We accept Visa, Master and American Express. You will have the option to pay by credit card during the registration process. Eastgate Soccer Association covers all credit card processing fees.
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So my payment processed, what is next? |
You will hear from your coach. If it is Spring season you
will hear from your coach mid-March. If it is Fall season
you will hear from your coach mid-August. Your coach will
contact you via phone or email with details about the
practice schedule and first parent meeting.
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When can I expect to receive a game schedule? |
Cincinnati Hills SAY Soccer publishes these game schedules
generally 10 days before the first game. Your coach will
forward this schedule on to you. Also, this schedule will be
posted on this website.
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What days are games scheduled? |
The primary game day is Saturday. However, some Sunday games
will get scheduled. Sunday games are always scheduled after 1pm.
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How long are games? |
Games are divided into four quarters, with breaks between
each quarter. The half time break is the longest. The length
of the quarters varies based on age. For example U14 age
group plays 15 minute quarters. See your coach for more
information.
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What about snacks or drinks? |
Your coach will send out a snack and drink schedule that
will identify which parents are responsible for each item on
each game. Typically most coaches will schedule two parents
for each game. One responsible for snacks and one
responsible for drinks.
Please make sure your child
has adequate water during the game. Drinks/Snacks are
typically not handed out until the end of the game.
Remember: try to keep those
snacks healthy!
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What if I can't do drinks or snacks that day? |
Try to switch days with another parent. If you need help
switching days with another parent contact your coach.
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What about rainouts? |
For cancellation of home games check the
"Field Status" link at the top left of the screen. If the
fields are Green and say Open then the game is on. If they
are Red and say Closed, then the game is cancelled. You
coach should also call or email you as well.
For cancellation of away games,
field status is posted at,
http://www.cincinnatihillssaysoccer.org/. Like home
games, your coach should also call or email you to confirm
the cancellation.
For rained out home or away games
you coach should contact you concerning the rescheduling of
that game.
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What about rain that start during a game? |
Rain that starts during a game is typically played until
completion unless the referee or a member of the board deem
the fields have become unsafe, or, there is a lightning
strike/thunder clap.
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What happens if there is thunder or lightning? |
Whether it is a game or practice, if
there is a lightning strike or a thunder clap, the field
must be immediately cleared and cover must be found.
Game/practice will only continue 30 minutes after the
last lightning strike or thunder clap. A referee may call a
game as complete if two quarters of play have been
completed. If the game is called before two complete
quarters it will be rescheduled.
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I have additional registration questions. Who can I
contact? |
Please direct all registration questions to
[email protected].
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Does Eastgate Soccer host any soccer camps? |
Yes. Eastgate Soccer partners with Challenger Sports to
provide British Soccer Camps. For more information click on
the "Camps" section of this website.
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I need to escalate an issue. Who do I contact? |
We ask that you try and resolve issues with your coach
first. If you need to escalate an issue please contact
[email protected].
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I would like to coach. What do I need to do? |
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All of our coaches are volunteers. To volunteer as a coach
please visit Coaches >> Become a Coach section of the
website. Or click here.
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I am interested in becoming a referee. What do I
need to do? |
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Please check the Referees >> Get paid to Referee section of
the website. Or
click here.
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I would like to know more about Eastgate Soccer
Association. Where can I find more information? |
Check the About Eastgate section of the website. Or
click here.
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I am interested in becoming a member of the board.
What do I need to do? |
All of our board members are volunteers. For more
information on volunteering for a position on the board
please email [email protected].
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So what is the step above recreational soccer? |
Competitive soccer is the next step above recreational
soccer. Competitive soccer will typically require your child
to try-out, or, be invited or recruited to a team. The first
competitive bracket directly above recreational soccer is
called "Select" soccer. Above "Select" is even more
competitive soccer called "Elite" soccer.
Cincinnati
is home to many competitive soccer leagues and clubs. One
such "Select/Elite" program in close proximity to Eastgate
Soccer Association is
Beechmont Soccer Club.
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