Spring 2021 is tentatively planned for April 6- June 8.

When can I expect to hear from my coach and when will practices begin for the Spring 2021 season?
Coaches should receive their team rosters by     You should hear from your coach shortly thereafter. 

When will games be played?
Specific days will not be finalized until the end of the regular registration period.    Historically games have been played on Thursday evenings for the 6U, 8U, and 10U divisions.  For the 12U and 15/14U divisions, games have been played on Friday evenings.   All divisions will have games on Saturday mornings through early afternoon. Games in some divisions may last until 2:00 or 3:00 pm.

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What are the seasons for Recreational soccer and how often do I register?
Kokomo Soccer Club has fall and spring soccer seasons. Kokomo Soccer Club delegates the “official” start and end date of each season. Typically, the fall season lasts from Mid-August to Mid-October and the spring season begins mid-April and lasts until mid-June. Registration periods for the fall season will begin in May and last through the middle of June.   Registration for the spring season will begin in January and last through mid-February.  Players who register in the fall for two seasons, will typically remain on their same team for the following spring season. New teams are formed for all teams each fall season.

What determines the correct age group for my child?

Age group determination is based on the player's birth year. You can calculate this by taking the year (at the end of the spring soccer season) minus the year your player was born. For example, 2019-2009=10.  A player born in 2009 will be in the 10U age group for the spring 2019 season. 

What age divisions are offered in the KSC recreation league?
 The KSC recreation age divisions are: 6U, 8U, 10U,12U,15U and high school age 

When can my child begin playing recreational soccer?

Players must be 4  as of August 1st to participate in the Fall league.  Players that turn 4 before April 1st can register for the Spring season, but the league recommends that they wait until the following Fall season.  Feel free to reach out with questions regarding this.

Are Recreation teams Co-Ed?

Yes, every team will have both boys and girls.

How will I find out what team I am on?
All team assignments are made after the regular registration period and are finalized  before teams are released to coaches during the season beginning coaches' meeting.  Your coach will then contact you after their coaches' meeting concerning team details. The coaches’ meeting typically occurs in late July for the Fall season and late March for the Spring season.

Can I be placed on a team with my friend?
Maybe. We are no longer accepting buddy requests with one exception. The head coach may select one buddy, namely his/her assistant coach. The assistant coach's child will be placed on the same team with the coaching parent. 

Why can’t I choose to play on the same team with all my friends?
Unfortunately, when whole teams are grouped together by coaches or participants, the teams can become unbalanced--which isn’t much fun and defeats the purpose of our recreational program. One of the benefits of recreational soccer is making new friends, experiencing new coaches, and new techniques.

What are the times and days of practices?
Head coaches will determine the best days and times for their teams to meet for practice sessions.

How many practices will there be?
Coaches will set their own practice schedules.   Commonly the younger players will have 1 to 2 practices per week and older players will commonly have 2 practices per week.   Practices will usually increase in duration as the players advance through the different age divisions.

Do I get to keep my uniform?
Yes. A uniform kit (jersey, shorts, & socks) is included with your registration fees.   All players receive new uniforms for the Fall season.   Two season players will use this uniform for both the fall and spring seasons.

How will I receive my uniform?
Your uniform will be distributed to you through your coach.

What else does my child need to play on a team?
For practices your child should have their own soccer ball in the appropriate size (size 3 for 6U through 8U, Size 4 for 10U though 12U, and size 5 for 15U and older).  Shin guards are mandatory. Players without shin guards may not practice or play in games.   Soccer cleats are highly recommended, but tennis shoes can be worn.   Cleats for other sports cannot be worn unless the front toe cleat is removed.  Metal spikes are not allowed.  Players should always bring water to each practice and game.

Can I wear jewelry?

No jewelry of any kind is permitted. Earrings must be removed prior to the start of any practice or game; they cannot be taped over.  Wristbands or bracelets cannot be worn unless it is a medic alert bracelet in which case it must be taped to the skin.

Can I wear items in my hair?

You may not have any metal clips or hard plastic items in your hair.   You may have cloth hair gatherings (scrunchies, bands).    You may also wear hair ribbons.   Head bands are allowed, but must remain at the hair line and cannot be lowered to the neck.  The referee of the match has the final say as to what can and cannot be worn in the hair.

How many players are on the field?
The recreation league follows Indiana Youth Soccer small-sided game recommendations on proportionally small fields that correspond to the number of players on the field.

6U – 4v4

8U – 4v4

10U - 7v7

12U – 9 v 9

15U – 11 v 11
High school -- Depending on the number of players enrolled it will be either 11 v 11 or 6v6

Will my child have an end of season “tournament”?
Only teams in the 10U and above age groups will participate in the Kokomo Soccer Club end of season tournament.  

Do the players receive trophies or medals?
Trophies will be awarded to the 1st and 2nd place teams in the Championship game at the end of season tournament for each age group (U10, U12,15U). 6U and 8U will receive medals on the last week of scheduled games.

Frequently Asked Questions for Parents

How can I help?
There are many ways for parents to help. The most important way to help is for you to be supportive of your child, the coach of your team, the referees, and Kokomo Soccer Club as a whole.   Our greatest need is volunteer coaches.  Every season we are in need of more coaches and assistants.  This is a fun and rewarding experience that requires time, but can have a significant impact on the lives of a number of children. We require all of coaches to undergo a background check.  If you want to be involved, but do not wish to coach, consider becoming a referee. Other volunteer needs are concession stand workers as well as those who paint lines on the fields and empty trash cans. You can volunteer for field setup and tear down days that occur once per season.
 

If you are interested in helping as a coach, referee, or have a special skill, please contact the Recreation League director who is shown on the contacts page of the Kokomo Soccer Club website.