Recreational Soccer Program Information Gonzales Soccer Club Season 2017-2018

2017/2018 Registration •

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Recreational Online Registration will begin on July 1, 2017. Please complete the process utilizing http://www.gonzalessoccerclub.com. o If you a returning member, please log into your existing account to complete registration by selecting from the “Available Programs” for each child. Please refrain from creating a new profile. The July 1, 2017 registration period includes BOTH the Fall 2017 (September – November) and Spring 2018 (March – May). Please plan to participate in both seasons. o Opting out of the Spring season results in a forfeiture of your fees. No refunds will be given for opting out of the Spring Season.

GSC Recreational Fees •

GSC Recreational Registration Fees include: GSC Registration, LSA Insurance, Referee Fees (where applicable), Field Maintenance, Administrative Cost, Coaches and Referee Education, and other Administrative Cost. **These fees do NOT cover uniforms, with exception of Little Kickers. Details on how to purchase uniforms may be found below.

Birth Year

Registration Cost

2014 (Lil Kickers) *GSC Jersey Included*

Early Bird Cost (July 1 – July 31) $110

2010 – 2013

$115

$130

2008 - 2009

$135

$150

2008 – 2009 Academy (Includes Coaches Fees)

$440

$455

2007 and older

$170

$185

$125

**Multi-player discounts are automatically applied after the 3rd participant is registered. **Active Military members receive a 100% waiver of registration upon proof. **A $25 Late Fee will be assessed for all registrations placed after August 19th. GSC Refund Policy • GSC will refund your registration fee upon request, less a $25 dollars Administrative Fee, prior to your child being placed on a team. The check will be mailed to your home of residence within 30 days of request. • Once your child is placed on a team there will be NO refunds. • Make all refund requests to: [email protected]

Recreational Soccer Program Information Gonzales Soccer Club Season 2017-2018



GSC Recreational Fall Season Start Date • Recreational Fall Season is estimated to begin September 10, 2017. 2017/2018 Birth Year Age Group Designations USYS Age Group Chart (2017 – 2018 Season) Group

Birth Year

Group

Birth Year

U4

2014

U12

2006

U5

2013

U13

2005

U6

2012

U14

2004

U7

2011

U15

2003

U8

2010

U16

2002

U9

2009

U17

2001

U10

2008

U18

2000

U11

2007

U19

1999

All GSC Recreational Uniform Kits can be purchased from Third Coast Soccer. Third Coast Soccer 8342 Perkins Rd Baton Rouge, LA 70810 (225) 927-0171 www.thirdcoastsoccer.com A “Home” White Jersey and an “Away” Royal Jersey are REQUIRED. The matching shorts and socks are OPTIONAL. Other necessary equipment includes: 1. Age Appropriate Sized Soccer Ball 2. Shin Guards 3. Cleats (Preferred) or Tennis Shoes

Recreational Soccer Program Information Gonzales Soccer Club Season 2017-2018



4. Sport Shorts (If not purchased at Third Coast with jerseys) 5. Soccer Socks (If not purchased at Third Coast with jerseys)

Item Number AS17300-R AS16148-R

Item Description Adidas Estro 15 Royal Jersey

Cost Youth - $18.70 Adult - $20.00

AS17298-W AS16146-W

Adidas Estro 15 White Jersey

Youth - $18.70 Adult - $20.00

AZ20652-R AZ20646-R

Adidas Parma 16 Royal Short

Youth - $14.40 Adult - $16.20

A5137781C A5137781B A5137781A

Adidas Metro IV Sock

$8.10 each

Total Per Player Jerseys Only (1 Royal and 1 White) Total for 1 Complete Rec Kit (2 shirts, 1 short, 1 sock)

Youth - $37.40 before tax Adult - $40.00 before tax Youth - $59.90 before tax Adult - $64.30 before tax

Recreational Soccer Program Information Gonzales Soccer Club Season 2017-2018



Recreational Age Group Specific Information 2012/2013 Birth Years Description: These age groups practice & play their games at the Burnside park next to EA Spartan football stadium. Teams normally practice once per week for about an hour and new teams are created each year per a random shuffling method. One coach for each team on the field referees the game. Location: Burnside Park Format: 4 v 4 without a Goalkeeper Duration: Four 8-minute quarters Practice: The day of week is chosen by the volunteer coach Games: Typically played on Sunday afternoon between 1:00 and 5:30 pm Equipment: Size 3 Soccer Ball, Recreational Soccer Kit, Shin Guards, Cleats, and plenty of water.

2010/2011 Birth Years Description: This age group practices & plays their games at the Burnside park next to EA Spartan football stadium. Teams normally practice once per week for about an hour and new teams are created each year. One coach for each team on the field referees the game. Location: Burnside Park Format: 4 v 4 without a Goalkeeper Duration: Four 12-minute quarters Practice: The day of week is chosen by the volunteer coach Games: Typically played on Sunday afternoon between 1 and 5:30 pm Equipment: Size 3 Soccer Ball, Recreational Soccer Kit, Shin Guards, Cleats, and plenty of water.

2008/2009 Birth Years Description: This age group practices & plays their games at the Carver or TeeJoe park. Teams normally practice once per week for about an hour to 90 minutes and new teams are created each year. Location: Carver Park Format: 7 v 7 with a Goalkeeper and build out line Duration: Two 25-minute halves Practice: The day of week is chosen by the volunteer coach. Games: Typically played on Sunday afternoon between 1 and 5:30 pm Referee: GSC provides referee(s)

Recreational Soccer Program Information Gonzales Soccer Club Season 2017-2018



Equipment: Size 4 Soccer Ball, Recreational Soccer Kit, Shin Guards, Cleats, and plenty of water.

2006/2007 Birth Years Description: This age group practices & plays their games at the Carver or TeeJoe fields. Teams normally practice once per week for about an hour. Location: Carver or TeeJoe Park Format: 9 v 9 with a Goalkeeper Duration: Two 30-minute halves Referee: GSC provides referee(s) Practice: The day of week is chosen by the volunteer coach. Games: Typically played on Sunday afternoon between 1 and 5:30 pm Equipment: Size 4 Soccer Ball, Recreational Soccer Kit, Shin Guards, Cleats, and plenty of water.

2005+ Birth Years Description: This age group practices & plays their games at the TeeJoe fields. Teams normally practice once per week for about an hour to an hour and half. Location:TeeJoe Park Format: 11 v 11 with a Goalkeeper Duration: Varies per age group (35 to 45 minutes per half) Referee: GSC provides referee(s) Practice: The day of week is chosen by the volunteer coach Games: Typically played on Sunday afternoon between 1 and 5:30 pm Equipment: Size 5 Soccer Ball, Recreational Soccer Kit, Shin Guards, Cleats, and plenty of water.

For Further Information, Please Contact: Recreational Director: Kyle Peres [email protected]