Question 1

Will my child be placed on the same team as before?

Accepted Answer

As a default, players always remain on the same team they played for the prior season, unless they request to be put into the player pool. Parents can request to be entered into the player pool (lottery) in hopes of landing on a new team. The player pool is random and it is possible that players could get placed back onto the same team (but not likely).

Question 2

Can I have my child placed on a specific team?

Accepted Answer

No. Under the governance of NTSA, children cannot be placed onto specific teams in an effort to promote league balance and overall player development.

Question 3

What happens if my child is a returning player and I forget to register them and miss the deadline?

Accepted Answer

Returning players who miss the registration deadline are automatically entered into the player pool with no guarantee onto which team they will be placed. Team rosters are filled with registered players at the registration deadline with an effort to create numerical balance between roster sizes. It is possible that a new player will be placed onto the team your child previously played for and fill their slot.

Question 4

I do NOT want my child to have the same coach as last year. What can I do?

Accepted Answer

If a child’s welfare has been compromised PLEASE REPORT THE ISSUE. The wellbeing or our children is the number one aim of this association. We will treat all reports of abuse with extreme seriousness and will aim to find immediate resolution.

If you would like your child to have a new coach due to personality differences, you may place your child into the player pool to be placed onto a different team. Our coaches are volunteers and are not necessarily soccer experts. Please be kind and patient with the coaches at our complex. If you would like to help support our league there are many ways in which you can engage.

Question 5

I liked my child's coach from last season, but do not want him/her to play with the same kids. What can I do?

Accepted Answer

You may place your child into the player pool to be placed onto another team. Be default returning players are placed onto the same team unless otherwise requested. See answers above.

Question 6

I would like my child to play on a friend's team. What can I do?

Accepted Answer

Parents are not able to pick the teammates on their child’s team. It is not possible for a group of parents to create a group and register players together on one team.

Siblings can be registered and placed together on the same team. Cousins are not guaranteed to be placed onto the same team together.

Question 7

I want my child to play in a higher age bracket. Is this possible?

Accepted Answer

You can play up one age-group level. This request must be formalized when registering. You cannot request a certain team. If you would like your child to “play up” one age group, your child will be placed into the player pool with no certainty of which team they will play for.

Question 8

I would like my child to play for a specific coach. Is this possible?

Accepted Answer

Similarly to requesting a to play with specific players, it is not possible to request to play for a specific coach. All new players are placed into the player pool and placed onto teams at random. Furthermore, it is not possible to coordinate with another parent and decide to “co-coach” in an effort to have your child be placed with a specific coach or team.

Question 9

How can I support SSA or volunteer?

Accepted Answer

Please fill out the communication form on this website with your ideas and desire to help. We really appreciate any and all parent involvement and will be happy to help harness your energy for the betterment of our kids and community.

Question 10

How can I join the SSA board?

Accepted Answer

The SSA Board has many open seats and we are happy to welcome anyone who desires to help support our league. We are confident that your skillset, strengths, and engagement can further help to change, improve, and grow our league. You may come to a board meeting on any 2nd Monday of the month at 7:00pm. Or fill out the form on our Contact page.

Question 11

What size soccer ball does my child need?

Accepted Answer

Size 3 - U8 and lower
Size 4 - U9 -U12
Size 5 - U13 and up

Question 12

What do registration fees cover?

Accepted Answer

Registration fees cover NTSA registration, insurance, uniforms, ref fees, field maintenance and electricity for field lights. SSA provides all players with secondary insurance in case of injuries at our complex. For example, If your child breaks an arm your insurance is used first and NTSA insurance is supplemental.

Question 13

What equipment does my child need in order to play?

Accepted Answer

Shin guards, cleats (optional) and a ball (optional)

Question 14

What kind of cleats does my child need?

Accepted Answer

You child can wear tennis shoes or soccer cleats when playing at our complex (cleats being optimal). Baseball cleats and metal studded cleats are not permitted  at the complex. Baseball cleats have an extra cleat at the very front of tip of the toe-box and increase the risk of injury.

Question 15

How do I get a refund?

Accepted Answer

If you register your child for soccer and then change your mind, you will receive a full refund if you back out before team formations. Once teams are formed and uniforms are purchased, there is no refund. Refunds are sent out via check and mailed by BMY.

Question 16

Do you offer player scholarships?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, SSA is not able to offer scholarships at this time. We have in the past, and hope to in the future, but currently do not have the funds for scholarships. If you or someone you know would like to donate to this fund, we would love to implement this service again. Please contact us:

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