Q? Where do most of the teams practice and play?

A: We are not a traveling team nor, are we park district. We play inthe park areas and schools near your home. We practice wherever yourcoach decides to.

Q? At what age can my child begin to play soccer with Subdivision Soccer?

A: When they are ready, willing and able…usually Pre-K, around 4-5 years of age.

Q? What are the responsibilities of a Team Coordinator or Division Coordinator?

A: For the league they are the Green Genies, in that they help uskeep our fields clear of straw wrappers and refuse. For theirteam/division they act as a point of contact for weather issues andgame changes to start the email and calling tree. They may be ask toaide in other ways, such as picking up team uniforms and schedules forthe Coach. Start helping in the beginning with Lori at the top, andstick around to help your child's Coach throughout the season is thegeneral concept.

Q? Can we charge our seasonal fees to our credit card?

A: We do not accept credit card payments at this time. It would only cost you more money to enroll your child.

Q? Can a player be on a Subdivision Soccer team and a traveling or park district team?

A: That is up to the parents and their availability and commitmentto taxi their children to all of these games. If you sign up to play ona team with us we need that child to participate each weekend so theirCoach can alternate field time fairly between the teammates.

Q? How competitive is Subdivision Soccer?

A: We provide a healthy, loving and learning environment for eachchild to play each and every game! Generally, our program is consideredmore competitive than the local park district programs, and lesscompetitive than traveling. This is likely due to the camaraderie foundin each team because the teammates are from the same school or samearea.

Q? How long is the Fall/Spring season?

A: We play (8) eight weeks in the Fall and (8) eight weeks in theSpring (seven (7) regular season games and one (1) playoff.) Each childis a winner as the end of regular season play and leaves with a trophyor medallion medal as recognition of participating with his/herCoach/team.

Q? Where are the “Super Sunday,” Championship Division games played?

A: These are played at the college stadium located on the campus ofIllinois Benedictine University. Located off of College Avenue inLisle. Each child in the Championship is recognized on the scoreboardand announced on the P.A. system before their game begins.

Q? How can we start our own team?

A: Coordinate 12-18 players that will commit to a season. Eachplayer must complete a full registration with a Parent Pledge submittedto the league. In addition, each player must acquire a uniform for theupcoming season.

Q? How are the teams formed?

A: When creating a team the following formula should be consideredwhen recruiting. Subdivision Soccer, follow the rules of FIFA, when itcomes to team players. Their rules state that 11 players may play onthe field as a max, 9 is acceptable, 7 is a minimum. A team may playdown to match their opponent in any competition and we ask for thisparity from our Coaches so that we do not have run away scoring duringgames.

Subdivision Soccer teams consist of 18-21 players on their teamrosters as some players are not always able to attend every game. Thesenumbers may seem high when it comes to alternating each player in 20minute halves but, in actuality it is a strong roster ready for injuryand absence for any weekend during our regular season or championshipgame series.

Q? Are there any other supplies we need to purchase for our player?

A: Soccer shoes with plastic cleats (no metal or baseball cleatsallowed) and shin guards are mandatory and must be worn at each andevery practice and game.

Q? Why do we need to pick up our snack and water bottle trash after each game?

A: We are guests at these fields. If we don't treat them and our environment right, we will not be invited back.

Q: Why do I need to sign a consent and the Parent Pledge?

A: These are two separate issues. One allows your child to play. Theother allows them a safe, healthy, non-abrasive or confrontationalenvironment on game day. “Let them Play,” includes harmony for theplayers and parents combined!