Our 12U division is a part of the Northeastern Pennsylvania Soccer Association for Youth's (NEPSAY) recreational travel. WYSL participates with approx. 13 other leagues in 8 weeks of soccer that aim to continue to advance our young athletes for the next level of play.
12U is currently structured as standard 11v11 play, but it could be restructured to support 9v9 this upcoming season. Games are officiated by Refs.
Open to Birth year(s): 2013 & 2012
Season Schedule:
Games are played on Saturdays at various locations within NEPSAY. All 12U teams will host their home games at the Carlton Drake Memorial Park in Newfoundland, PA. Game times vary each week. Practice locations, times, days determined by team coaches. Practice may begin early-to-mid-August.
Opening Game: First game is expected to kick off August 24th (games will be away due to GDS Fair).
Tentative Schedule for End-of-Season Events:
Commissioner's Cup Tournament Weekend: October/November 2024
Families should plan to be at the field for the entire day on both days during tournament weekend: Saturday (Day 1) AND Sunday (Day 2). Rain dates, rules and tournament specs are set by the Commissioner's Cup Board of Officials.
The season will close with an awards ceremony at the end of Day 2 (Sunday). We highly encourage all players to be there for the final ceremony as team medals are distributed.
Equipment:
Soccer Cleats
Shin Guards
Size 4 Ball