Question 1

What level will my player play?

Accepted Answer

Players are placed in age divisions based on their birthdate. Players may not play down an age division, regardless of the reason.

The soccer season runs fall to spring and the age divisions are calculated using an August 1 - July 31 cycle.

For the Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 season:

Question 2

Can I make a request?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however please know that it is not guaranteed. Refunds will not be issued due to requests not being honored. During registration there is a requests/comments box that you can put your request into. If you are unable to make the request there, please send an email to info@sailorsoccerclub.com

Question 3

What does my player need?

Accepted Answer

Players will need shin guards covered by socks, a soccer ball, cleats*, and a water bottle.

*Tennis shoes are allowed, however cleats with a toe like baseball, softball, and football are not allowed.

Question 4

Is the uniform kit required?

Accepted Answer

The uniform has been updated as of Fall 2026. All U9+ players will need a uniform kit. U6 & U8 players are provided a t-shirt.

Question 5

Can I pick my uniform number?

Accepted Answer

There is a spot to request your top three numbers for U9+ players during registration. Duplicate requests for the same number may result in a random number being assigned. U6 & U8 will be randomly assigned a number.

Question 6

What size ball do I need?

Accepted Answer

U6 & U8 - Size 3
U9 & U11 - Size 4
U13+ - Size 5

Question 7

When are practices?

Accepted Answer

Practices start at 5:00, 6:00, or 7:00 Monday-Thursday. Exact days and times are determined by the coach.

All teams get one practice a week for one hour. Some coaches may choose to have practice for 1.5 hours and/or twice a week.

Question 8

When are games?

Accepted Answer

Games are typically Saturday mornings to mid-afternoon. Due to the volume of teams and other club's field availability, some games do start later in the day and/or may be played on a Sunday or during a weeknight.

Question 9

Can I request a certain day/time for practice?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, we cannot accommodate practice requests. Coaches pick their preference on their practice day and time after teams are formed.

Question 10

When will we get a game schedule?

Accepted Answer

U9+ games are scheduled by Great Lakes Coed Soccer League. The goal is to have all schedules available two weeks before the first games. The U6 and U8 schedules are done by the club, however due to coaches having teams in Great Lakes, we wait until those are available to schedule the U6 and U8.

Question 11

What are included in the costs?

Accepted Answer

Practices
Games
Referee Fees
Field Maintenance
Insurance
Admin Fees

Question 12

Where are games and practices?

Accepted Answer

Games and practices are either at Sailor Soccer Complex behind Ross Park Elementary School or the Mona Shores Transportation Office at the corner of W Norton Ave and McCracken.

Away games for U9+ are at various clubs within Great Lakes Coed Soccer League.

Question 13

Who can play for Sailor Soccer Club?

Accepted Answer

Anyone can play for the club regardless of what school they attend or where they reside. All players must be 4 by the first game of the season. For U19, players must be in high school or a high school equivalent.

Question 14

When does the season start?

Accepted Answer

The first games in the spring are the Saturday after spring break. The first games in the fall are the Saturday after Labor Day. Practice starts 1-2 weeks prior to the first games.

Question 15

Additional Questions?

Accepted Answer

Please send us an email. info@sailorsoccerclub.com

Question 16

Can I get a refund?

Accepted Answer

Please see our refund policy page linked here

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