Recreation League FAQs
What age groups does the league offer?
The league offers Boys & Girls specific divisions for the U6, U7, U8, U10, U12, U14, & High School divisions (birth years 2017 through 2004).
Are scores and standings kept for the teams?
U6-U8 Divisions: no scores or standings are kept, the focus is on development & fun!
U10-High School Divisions: scores and standings are kept, with the top 8 seeds progressing to an End-of-Season Tournament during the Spring & Fall seasons.
What night do teams practice on?
U8-U19 teams practice once per week on a Monday-Friday depending on the team coach. The assigned volunteer coach will choose their preferred day.
U6 & U7 teams have assigned days. U6 Boys (Mon), U7 Boys (Wed), U6 Girls (Tues), U7 Girls (Thurs).
How are the teams formed?
Players are assigned to teams based upon the below criteria.
1. Player Age.
2. Player Ranking
*seasonal data collected
On what days are the games?
Spring: predominantly Sundays.
Fall: predominantly Saturdays.
Winter: predominantly Saturdays.
*each season typically has one double header weekend (Sat/Sun games).
Is playing time guaranteed?
An exact amount of playing time is not ‘guaranteed’; however, coaches are all expected to play each player at a minimum as close to a half of a game as possible. There are many factors that could affect playing time positively or negatively. Some factors that affect playing time are (but not limited to) positive attitude, work rate, sportsmanship and attendance. Coaches can use their discretion if their team reaches the playoffs.
How long are the practices?
U6-U12 practices last 1 hour. Sometimes the the U14-U19 age groups may run practices that last 1-1.5 hrs.
What size soccer ball does my child need?
U6-U8: Size 3
U9-U12: size 4
U14-U19: size 5
How long are the games?
U6 Boys & Girls – 4x10 Minutes
U7 Boys & Girls - 4x10 Minutes
U8 Boys & Girls – 4x10 Minutes
U10 Boys & Girls – 2x25 Minutes
U12 Boys & Girls – 2x30 Minutes
U14 Boys & Girls – 2x35 Minutes
U15-U19 Boys & Girls - 2x35 Minutes.
What is the game format for the league?
U6 Boys & Girls: 4v4 (No GK)
U7 Boys & Girls: 4v4 (No GK)
U8 Boys & Girls: 5v5 (4 field / 1 GK)
U10 Boys & Girls: 7v7 (6 field / 1 GK)
U12 Boys & Girls: 9v9 (8 field / 1 GK)
U14 Boys & Girls: 11v11 (10 field / 1 GK)
U15-U19 Boys & Girls: 11v11 (10 field / 1 GK)
*GK = Goalkeeper
Do the games have overtime?
No overtime for regular season games.
For playoffs where games are tied they will go straight to FIFA penalty kicks.
What is the roster size?
U6 Boys & Girls – 8 players max
U7 Boys & Girls - 8 players max
U8 Boys & Girls – 9 players max
U10 Boys & Girls – 12 players max
U12 Boys & Girls – 14 players max
U14 Boys & Girls – 18 players max
U15-U19 Boys & Girls - 18 players max.
Are there playoffs?
U6-U8: No playoffs.
U10-U19: Yes, the top 8 teams progress to an End-of-Season Playoff (Mini Tournament) that will take place on TBD
When and where is my child’s practice?
Once you have been officially assigned to a team, the head coach will reach out to you with a welcome email confirming practices, games, and locations.
Are there player medals/awards?
U6-U8: All players receive a participation medal on the last game day.
U10-U19: Finalists & Champions of the EOS Playoffs receive individual player medals & coach trophies.
How can I access the game schedule?
The game schedule will be posted at www.pennfusion.org/recleague two weeks prior to the start of the season.
Who do I call if there is an issue/incident?
Direct your questions to your Head Coach who will then decide if it needs to be passed on to an AGC or the League Director.
Does my child get a uniform?
The league provides all players with a game jersey and pair of socks. Your coach will hand out uniforms at one of your first practices. We ask that players provide their own shorts (ideally black), and must wear soccer boots (cleats) and shinguards for all events.
What if my child’s jersey does not fit?
Connect with your coach to see if there are any spare jerseys. If none are available the coach will connect with the league staff.
What if there is severe weather ?
Soccer is a year-round all-weather sport. Games will take place in rain if temperatures are reasonable.
If games are postponed or cancelled for any reason (severe weather,C-19 issues, saturated field conditions), the Club will reach out to you via the email address that you supplied when you registered. We will always TRY to give you 24 hours notice but may not always be able to due to the unpredictability of weather. *Please check your email prior to every game on questionable weather days. The online schedule will always be the most up to date information.
Where can I find the league rules?
www.pennfusion.org/recleague
How do I become a coach?
Complete our coach interest form and a staff member will provide you with additional information.
CLICK HERE
What is the role of the AGC?
Age Group Commissioners (AGC’s) are volunteers who oversee the Team Formation Process, Players Rankings & Team Assignments, and scores/standings.