What is the Carolina Elite 5v5 League?
The Carolina Elite 5v5 League is a great way for players to stay active during the winter months. We are offering divisions for all players born from 2017 through 2005. We have a place for everyone to play!
Our league is organized to allow teams to continue working together while focusing on their individual development during the off season. Players are encouraged to organize teams prior to registration. During the registration process, you will be asked to identify the name/coach of your 5v5 team. Teams will be placed into groups according to competitive level.
All teams will play a minimum of 7 games. Each team requires a volunteer coach. The 5v5 season consists of games only. There are no practices.
To register, please visit www.carolinaelitesc.com and click the “Login” button on the right/top side of the home page.
WHY 5v5?
The priority in 5v5 is to motivate players in an environment that is conducive to learning. The more pleasure kids derive from their participation, the more they wish to play and practice on their own. While their instinct to play is natural, their affection and appreciation for soccer must be cultivated. Small sided games like 5v5 are the foundation to such goals because it: Allows players to frequently touch the ball. Presents many opportunities to score goals and score goals often. Encourages regaining possession of the ball as a productive and rewarding part of the game. Maximizes active participation and minimizes inactivity and boredom. Provides a well organized playing environment with improvised fields. Reflects the philosophy of player development expressed in state and national coaching schools. Eliminates complicated rules such as off-sides that may hinder youngsters from “playing”. Reflects the appropriate roll of the coach as a Facilitator. Allows the game to be the teacher!
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Season and Venue Information:
Registration for our winter 5v5 season will remain open until November 1st. After November 1st, there will be a $25 late fee. Players and teams will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Games will be held on Friday nights, Saturdays and Sunday afternoons. Matches will start December 9th. The last weekend of play will be January 26-28th. The first weekend of February will be used if needed as a weather make-up. Most games will be played on Fridays from 6 - 9pm, Saturdays between 9am and 2pm and Sundays from 1 - 7pm. All teams are guaranteed a minimum of 7 games, including playoffs.
There will be awards for the champions of each division.
All matches will be played on the turf fields at the MeSA complex.
Athletic trainers will be on hand during Carolina Elite 5v5 League matches.
Please make sure that your child takes a water bottle to games. All players MUST wear shin guards to play.
To register, please visit www.carolinaelitesc.com and click the “Login” button on the top/right side of the home page.
League Format:
· All teams will play 5v5 sided games with 4 field players and a goalkeeper (max roster size of 10)
Each player will play a minimum of one half of each game. As with all other commitments, it is expected that players attend all matches on a regular basis, inform the coach of anticipated absences, and arrive at the field on game day at the time designated by the coach.
5v5 Rules:
Click the following link - 3.30.23 - 5V5 SOCCER LEAGUE RULES (demosphere-secure.com)
Fees:
Fee includes: Registration and insurance, referee fees, field use and league administration.
ALL PLAYERS: $95
AFTER NOV 1: $120
Uniforms:
All field players must wear the same color shirt. Matching shorts and socks are also encouraged. If two teams have similar colored shirts, the HOME team must change to a different color. Goalkeepers must wear a shirt of a different color from both teams.
Volunteers:
All teams must have a volunteer coach that is over 18 years of age. If you would like to coach or be a team manager, please register to volunteer when you register your children. We invite your suggestions and comments. We may not be able to implement every good idea this season, but we hope to always be open to improvement in the seasons to come.
Contact Information:
Rafe Mauran: League Director - [email protected], (770) 710-2950
To register, please visit www.carolinaelitesc.com and click the “Login” button on the top/right side of the home page.