How much is registration? Registration is $200 for the season and includes a Brooklyn AYSO jersey (shorts and socks are not provided). Fees are not prorated for late registrants.

When is registration?

• Oct. 1 at Noon-Oct. 6 — Priority registration for eligible Fall 2024 volunteers. Fall volunteers check your email for eligibility criteria and click here to register

• Oct. 7 until divisions are full or Nov. 3, whichever is first — Open registration period. Click here to register. Once a division fills or after Nov. 3, all registrants will go on the waitlist.

• NEW DATE - Wednesday, Dec. 4 — Family Orientation Zoom Meeting – Learn about the upcoming season for families of registered players. Check your email for the link closer to the date!!

• Dec. 7 — Opening Day

Where are games played? All games will be played at the Chelsea Piers Field House, 601 Dean St., Brooklyn

We are proud to partner with Chelsea Piers Field House for this and future indoor seasons. The fields at Chelsea Piers Field House are smaller than outdoor fields, making this season a very different experience for players. Both fields are enclosed by boards so the ball is in play for almost the entire game. The pace of play is fast and players will learn speed, agility, and how to think quickly. Indoor soccer at Chelsea Piers Field house will be very different from outdoor soccer and players will have a lot of fun!

When is the season?

• Games are played on Dec. 7, 14, 21*, Jan. 4, 11, 25, Feb. 1, 8, 22*, March 1, 8, 15

• C10-C/G19 will play 9 of the 12 Saturdays; C6/C8 will play 10 of the 12 Saturdays

• The full schedule can be found here when available.

*missed games on these days do not count against the player attendance policy

What time are the games? *NEW TIME*The earliest games start at 8am and the latest games end at 6:30pm. Most time slots vary from week to week so no one team has a “prime” slot.

What divisions are there? What are the team sizes? What age group is each division?

• C6 Coed, 4v4, no goalkeeper – Kids born from 01/19 to 12/19

• C8 Coed, 4v4, no goalkeeper – Kids born from 01/17 to 12/18

• C10 Coed, 6v6 – Kids born from 01/15 to 12/16

• C12 Coed, 5v5 – Kids born from 01/13 to 12/14

• C14 Coed, 5v5 – Kids born from 01/11 to 12/12

• C19 and G19*, 5v5 – Kids born from 01/06 to 12/10

*girls born from 2006-2010 can choose to play in either the girls-only or the coed division at time of registration

Note: C6/C8 will play half-field games; C10 and older will play full-field games

What equipment is provided/needed? 

• Players will receive a reversible Brooklyn AYSO jersey 

• Players must wear shin guards and flat soled sneakers/turf shoes

• Cleats are not allowed

• Players should wear their own black athletic shorts and soccer socks that cover the shin guards

• It’s recommended that players bring a ball to practice with and a water bottle

Changes from Winter 2023-24: The region’s board listened to family/coach feedback from Winter 2023-24 and made some changes…

• Upper divisions will have bigger rosters allowing more kids to play and to rest during the fast-paced games. The number of players on the field will remain the same as inter 2023-24.

• C10 will play no longer play half-field games

• C6 and C8 will have shorter time slots but play more games than the older divisions

Things to know as spectators:

• The spectator area is on the hard floor only. Only players and coaches will be allowed on the turf-covered areas. The turf pathway is an FDNY egress and must be kept as clear in case of emergency

• There is no ball playing or running outside of the enclosed the fields

• AYSO shares the facility and it can get very busy. Please keep yourself, bags, and children out of the walkways

• Do not bang on the glass or yell directions to the players. If you’d like to coach, please volunteer

Attendance Policy

• Players who do not attend the first 2 games of the season without contacting the coach and the registrar in advance, and providing a medical note in advance will automatically have registration canceled. 

• Players who miss more than 3 games without providing a medical note may not be allowed to register in subsequent seasons. 

• Players who drop without a medical note after taking a uniform/playing in a game may not be allowed to register in subsequent seasons.

• If you know you will miss a game, you must email your coach and CC registration@brooklynayso.org.

• If your player is injured prior to the season, please consider cancelling registration and opening the spot to a player on the waitlist.

A few things to remember when registering

• New teams are formed each season.

• Do not request specific coaches and teammates, and please do not promise your child that they will play with specific friends or coaches. The only guaranteed team placements are for siblings in the same division, and coaches who will be placed with their children.

• Players will receive their team assignments and game schedules roughly the week before opening day. You will receive an email from coaches and/or division coordinators but if you don’t, you can check your player’s assignment and schedule on your InLeague Dashboard.

• AYSO is an all-volunteer organization and needs your help!! Consider volunteering as an administrator, referee, or coach for your child's team. There's no experience necessary, and training and resources will be provided!! Click here to learn more.

Winter 2024-25 Refund Policy

• For the first season registered in a Membership Year (Aug. 1-July 31), a refund of the registration fee minus up to $35 (AYSO National Membership fee + up to $15 administrative fee) will be given if canceled before being assigned to a team.

• For subsequent seasons in a Membership Year, a refund of the registration fee minus up to a $15 administrative fee will be given if canceled before being assigned to a team.

• Refund of 50% if canceled at least two days before the start of the season. i.e. Cancel on or before Dec. 4, 2024 to receive a 50% refund.

• No refund if canceled less than 2 days before the start of the season.

• No refund after receiving a uniform.

• No refunds if a player is suspended or expelled from the program.

Scholarships

AYSO Region 473 designates a certain amount of funds each season toward our Scholarship Fund, which are available to help parents and guardians in circumstances where they cannot pay the full registration fee. 

Scholarships are distributed on a first come, first served basis, and are awarded based on financial need. All scholarships are based on the availability of funds. A scholarship does not guarantee a space on a team if divisions are already full. Scholarships are for one season only and families must reapply each season.

To apply for a seasonal scholarship, the parent or guardian must:

1. Add the child(ren) under their Family Profile at https://inleague.brooklynayso.org/, but DO NOT PAY.
2. Submit the Scholarship Application. One application per family.
3. If approved for a scholarship, you will be notified via email with next steps.

Active Duty Military Discount

Brooklyn AYSO 473 offers a 20% season fee reimbursement to active duty military members.

To receive your discount reimbursement, parent or guardian must:

1. Register the child(ren) at https://inleague.brooklynayso.org/ and pay the registration fees.
2. Email the full name(s) of the child(ren)to registrar@brooklynayso.org or send your request for the discount from your .mil email address.
3. Upon receipt of your player registration and your proof of active duty, the Registrar will apply the 20% Military Discount to your account and issue a refund via your original payment method.

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