JSC Fall 2020 - U7-U14 Information

Questions? Email us at [email protected]

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Fall 2020 Season Canceled

Based on the current statewide regulations and recommendations and with the health and safety of our club members in mind, both Jackson Soccer Club (JSC) and the Portland Youth Soccer Association (PYSA) have decided to cancel the Fall 2020 season.

We know this is disappointing. However, player and spectator safety is paramount to JSC and PYSA. We thank you for your understanding and support during this tough time. We look forward to seeing you in the Spring of 2021, being on a soccer field, kicking a ball, and cheering for some goals.

JSC will be processing refunds in full to those who have already registered for the Fall 2020 season. The refunds will be processed back to the cards used during registration. 

If you have any questions about the cancellation or refunds, please reach out to us at [email protected] 

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Fall 2020 Information

Important Dates
June 16, 2020 - Registration opens for players and coaches
July 13, 2020 - Priority registration deadline - Last day for returning players to register to be automatically reassigned to their fall 2019 team
August 3, 2020 - Registration deadline for players and coaches 
August 10, 2020 - PYSA deadline for team registration
August 17, 2020 - Rosters are finalized and distributed to coaches, parents, and players and practice schedules are released
August 31 - September 4, 2020 - First week of team practices
September 12, 2020 - First game of the fall season
October 31, 2020 - Last game of the fall season

Games - Schedules released in early August
The fall season consists of 8 games. Games are on Saturdays.
Potential Game Dates: September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Cost
$85 per player - If the fall season is shortened or cancelled, pro-rated or full refunds will be provided accordingly. 

Practices - Final practice schedules will be released in mid to late August
Coaches will select training times with the club registrar via email.
Practice locations include: April Hill, Burlingame, Jackson MS, Markham, Stephenson

Practice format by age-group:
U7/8 - Two times each week - 75 minute sessions
U9/14 - Two times each week - 90 minute sessions

Uniforms
Players from U7 to U14 are required to wear the JSC uniform. Kick & Chase participants are not required to purchase a uniform. The uniform consists of a red jersey, black shorts, and black socks and a Nike Soccer Ball. JSC only requires that you purchase the uniform and shorts but matching socks are available when you buy the jersey/shorts.

Red Jersey - $17, Black Shorts - $14, Black Socks - $10, Ball - about $10-15

All jerseys can be purchased at the Tursi Soccer. Make sure to let them know you are with Jackson SC for a 15% discount on non-uniform items (shin guards, cleats, etc.) as well. JSC requires that all players bring a ball to practice. Make sure to put your name and phone number on your ball.

Team Sizes
U5 & U6 (Pre-k & Kindergarten): 2v2 or 3v3 - Max Roster 12 - Games played within the JSC Kick & Chase program
U7 (1st Grade): 3v3 (two simultaneous games) - Max Roster 12
U8 (2nd Grade): 4v4 (two simultaneous games) - Max Roster 14
U9 / U10 (3rd / 4th Grade): 7v7 - Max Roster 14
U11 / U12 (5th / 6th Grade): 9v9 - Max Roster 18
U13 / U14 (7th / 8th Grade): 11v11 - Max Roster 18

Game Formats

Payments
The Player Fee can be paid by credit / debit card after completing the online registration process. If you're in need of financial aid, please contact the registrar before signing-up at [email protected]

Registration Guidelines
Returning players have priority registration with their fall 2019 team over new players until the priority registration deadline of July 13th. After the priority deadline, open roster spots are filled with new players and partial teams are merged if necessary. General registration will stay open throughout the July and early August, but your spot on your fall 2019 team will only be held until the priority deadline. Contact the registrar after you register to make changes if you want a new team.

Please be aware that if your child played with a spring team (and did not play on that team in the fall 2018 season), your child does not have priority on that team in the 2019 fall season. When registering for the upcoming fall season, you may request the spring team, but it is not guaranteed that your player will be placed on that team.

If your fall team does not play in upcoming season, we may be able place you on a different team. These placements will be done on a first come first served basis by registration date, so please register with JSC if you are interested in playing. If your team does not play and there are no open spots with another team, a full refund will be given.

Team rosters are finalized in mid to late August.

During registration, you can request a specific team-mate, coach, or team. Please keep in mind that this will be done on a best efforts basis and there is no guarantee of placement.

If you are a new to the area or looking for a team, please register now. During registration, you can request a specific team-mate, coach, or team. New players can also email the registrar at [email protected] for more information. JSC will assist players / coaches to connect where appropriate to facilitate more participation. Please keep in mind that this will be done on a best efforts basis and there is no guarantee of placement. If there are no open spots, a full refund will be given.

Questions?
All registration questions should be directed to the registrar at [email protected]