HYSL - FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions - and Answers!
REGISTRATION
When are sign-ups? Online registration for 2022/2023 will open May 1 and run through May 31. Late registration and waitlist options will depend on total registrations received during the month of May. Coaches are highly encouraged to register in May!
How much does it cost? Fees for the 2022/2023 season:
1st player $120.00
2nd and consecutive player (sibling) $110.00
Is there financial assistance? For 2022, HYSL has a generous number of reduced-fee registrations available, thanks in part to grant funds from Humboldt Sponsors and the Dr. Matthew Miller Registration Scholarship Fund. First come, first served. Complete a Financial Assistance form prior to registering your child in order to receive a discount code. Because the total amount of funds available vary each year, HYSL may change the terms and policies regarding assistance from year to year. To learn more, use this link: HYSL Financial Assistance Information
I missed sign-ups, is it too late to register? Once the registration period has ended, depending on available space, HYSL may continue to accept registrations late or for a wait list. A mandatory late fee of $20 per registrant is added to all late registrations, including wait list. Players will be added to teams if/when space is determined to be available. If waitlisted, you will not be charged until your player is placed, but it could take all summer for a spot to become available. If HYSL is unable to place your player by September 10, HYSL will cancel your registration.
What age group will my child be in? See our age matrix HYSL 2022 Age Matrix
Can my children play on the same team as their siblings? If the siblings are in the same gender and age group, you may request to have them play on the same team.
Can I request my child to play with his friends/schoolmates/prior team? HYSL permits ONE (1) request per player: Option A: provide name of ONE (1) player - OR - Option B: provide name of ONE (1) coach/assistant coach. REQUESTS ARE NOT GUARANTEED. Requests must be made at the time of registration on the players registration form. Requests can not be made or changed via email after a registration is submitted and will not be accepted for consideration.
*COACHES ARE NOT PERMITTED TO REQUEST PLAYERS, however they are encouraged to contact the league to identify their co-coach.
LITTLE KICKERS is back in 2022!
What is Little Kickers?
The 2022 Little Kickers Program will be for players who were born in 2018. Sessions will be held on Friday afternoons, exact time TBA. This group is co-ed. Players will be put on small teams of 5-6 players. Two parents per team are needed to help coach each team and will be required to register as coaches and to complete the coach requirements (see Coaches Corner). Our Little Kickers Director will help train the parents and help facilitate the pre-set curriculum. Players will receive a Little Kickers T-shirt and a ball (ball to be given at the end of the season). Practices are one hour and will run for approximately 8 weeks.
HYSL GENERAL INFORMATION
What equipment/gear does my child need? Shin guards and soccer cleats are mandatory. Long socks to cover the OUTSIDE of the shin guard. Players who have exposed shin guards will not be allowed to participate in practices or games. Shorts without pockets or belt loops and a comfortable t-shirt are recommended for practices. Each player will be issued a pair of shorts, socks, and a jersey for game days.
Can my child play in a different age group? On very rare occasions, HYSL has permitted players to play UP an age group. The process requires a written request from the parent of the player, citing circumstances that would support the need to move the player. Players are only permitted to play down an age group upon request from a parent and citing valid medical necessity. All requests for players to play up or down must be received in writing by June 1 and the parent must also attend the June HYSL Board Meeting. NO EXCEPTIONS.
When does the season start? For 2022, practices are tentatively scheduled to start the week of August 29.
When does the season end? In 2022, the season will end the weekend of October 29 WITH the weekend of November 5/6 being reserved for rain outs or make up games, at the league’s determination.
When are practices? Practices are determined by the head coach of each team. You will be notified of your child’s team’s practice dates in early-mid August. If you have limited flexibility for when your child can attend practices, please consider coaching your child’s team so that you may select the practice schedule that best accommodates you.
Can my child wear a watch or earrings? Jewelry is not permitted. If your child has pierced ears, the earrings must be removed for practices and games. Watches, bracelets, necklaces, etc., must all be removed.
Are there other rules? Yes. There are a lot of rules to the game of soccer. First, read about HYSL Rules.
HYSL PARENT/SPECTATOR CODE OF CONDUCT
I don’t see an answer to my question. How can I reach a league representative? This list is not intended to be all-inclusive of the information we have to provide. We will be adding more questions, and answers, throughout the season, so please check back. The quickest way to receive a response is to email us at humboldtyouthsoccer@gmail.com or send us a message through Facebook. You may also leave a message on our voicemail, 707.444.8845, please allow 3-5 business days for a league representative to return your call.