Policy and Procedure

Field conduct- all visitors and parents are to abide by local field rules and guidelines; which include no pets, no smoking or use of tobacco products on NYSA fields. Please follow parking instructions per field. 

Refunds- As a non-profit league NYSA is unable to offer refunds No refunds will be provided unless approved by the Board of NYSA for extraordinary reasons (i.e., injury prior to the season, move prior to the season, making high school soccer team, etc.). If it is the choice of the player or parent that was a possible foreseen situation, no refunds will be allowed (i.e., conflict with another sport or activity). If a refund is granted, it will be less administrative and insurance fees incurred by NYSA

Late Fees- If circumstances and registrations number allow, late players may be considered on a case by case basis. To cover the cost of late additions NYSA will charge a nominal late fee to cover costs of process. 

Coaching License Fee Reimbursement- In an effort to continuously improve the level and commitment of coaching within the organization, NYSA commits to reimburse 100% or up to a maximum of $100, the lesser of the two, to coach's attending and passing Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association approved coach licensing courses per year. 

Waitlists- Players who do not register before registration deadlines shall be placed on a time-ordered wait-list.  If a spot becomes available, a late registration form and late fee must be completed and submitted.  Every attempt will be made to place players in NYSA soccer programs, but due to timelines and registration procedures, not all requests can be met. 

Each age group also carries a maximum/min number of roster positions available per age group. These are set to ensure NYSA creates a fair, fun, experience for all players.  Once the ceiling cap number is reached by first come first serve registrations, your child may be placed on a waiting list in case another full team can be created. The Board of Directors will have final vote on waitlist outcomes per age group. NYSA will strive to create as many teams to get all of our interested youth players on the pitch however in certain circumstances a situation can occur to not allow this to happen. Every avenue including reaching out to other towns will be attempted. 

Participation- Players are expected to participate in practices and games. Parents are expected to participate by insuring that their children are on time for, and picked up following practices and games, and that they have their equipment with them. If a player cannot be present for a scheduled game or practice, the coach should be notified in advance. Parents should support the coach, help maintain discipline, and promote good sportsmanship. 
Players should :
Attend practice regularly
Arrive to practice and games promptly
Show effort and mental focus during practices and pre-game warmups
Show good sportsmanship at all times
Be flexible
HAVE FUN!!!

Others:

• No teams or coaches may conduct any private fundraising without NYSA Board approval.
  

• Practice times are set by the volunteer coaching staff to fit their schedule.

• U8 and below game times are set by the Board of Directors, U10 and up travel teams schedules are set by CMYSL. 

• Players cannot be added or dropped from a roster without the consent of Board of Directors.

• It is our policy that in all age groups the team and the coaches will be on one side of the field, while the parents and spectators will be on the opposite side of the field. Spectators should not sit behind goals at either end of the field.

• The NYSA Board will review and consider any extraordinary circumstances or situations which arise during the course of the season to maintain fair play and the spirit of the game.

• If any player, coach or parent refuses to comply with the rules of NYSA or CMYSL and its affiliates, they are subject to suspension or expulsion from the NYSA program.

• No coach, assistant coach, and/or board member may participate in any activities within NYSA without a valid CORI form.

• NYSA will cooperate with other sporting or religious activities whenever possible.