What is the cost to play in 2009?  What do I receive?

The cost to play House League soccer is $150 per player prior to February 1 and $175 afterwards.  The cost to play Rep soccer with the Hurricanes is $250 per player.  There will be an additional fee per Rep player to cover individual team expenses such as tournaments.

Each registered player is supplied a complete uniform (jersey, shorts and socks), receives a team and individual photo, plays in scheduled league exhibition, regular season and playoff games, an individual award and food and entertainment on Finals Day.  Additional items covered in the payment are coach and player clinics, field rental costs, field preparation costs (weekly lining of our fields) accident insurance, referee costs (certified referees), equipment costs, field lining equipment and club administration.

When does the season start & end?  How long are games?  When do they play?

The house league season starts Tuesday May 19 and ends on the weekend of September 12 & 13.  Schedules will be posted on our website prior to May 15th.  Sometime in mid May you will receive a call from your child’s volunteer coach.  There is one game per week during that time period.  Game times and nights vary depending on the age group.

  (H = Highland Junior High,   C = Cliffwood Park,   M = McNicoll Park)

For the months of May to July, weekday games start at 7:00 pm sharp. Starting in August, games begin at 6:30 pm sharp due to the decline in evening light. The only exception to this is in the U6 division where games in August will continue to start at 7:00 pm sharp. Game nights are tentative and subject to change.

What division would I be playing in?

U-06  Girls    (2003-05)                    U-08Girls    (2001-02)               U-10 Girls   (1999-00)

U-12  Girls    (1997-98)                   U-14 Girls    (1995-96)               U-18 Girls    (1991-94)

U-05  Mixed  (2004-05)                   U-06 Mixed  (2003)                U-07 Mixed  (2002)      

U-08  Mixed  (2001)                        U-09 Mixed  (2000)                   U-10 Mixed   (1999)

U-11  Mixed  (1998)                        U-12 Mixed  (1997)                   U-14 Mixed  (1995-96)  

U-16  Mixed  (1993-94)              U-18 Mixed  (1991-92)               Adult Mixed  (1990 - )

Besides games, does the Club schedule practices?

Practice times and locations are determined by the Coaches in consultation with the parents at the beginning of the season. Hillcrest will hold player development clinics during the season at dates to be announced.

Who coaches the teams and how can I become one?

For each team there must be a volunteer Head Coach and up to a maximum of 3 Assistant Coaches. In most cases, we rely upon parent-volunteers for coaching. The majority of Coaches have little or no previous experience in soccer or in coaching when they start. A positive attitude and good parenting skills are the most important requirements. The technicalities of the game can be learned and our trained referees keep the games within the rules. If you have never coached but wish to start, we recommend that you volunteer as an Assistant Coach for the first year to “get your feet wet”. To volunteer as a coach or assistant coach, please e-mail: vpres@hillcrestvillagesoccer.com

What if I sign up to play and have to withdraw during the season?

If for any reason you need to withdraw during the season, you must notify the Board in writing. If you withdraw before May 31, you will receive a refund of the amount paid minus the processing fee of $20.00 and the credit card processing fee if any. After that date no refunds will be made except in the case of a player who is unable to participate for medical reasons or for unique compassionate reasons.  Please be aware that our registration system, ITSOCCERNET, mandated by the Ontario Soccer Association, is maintained by a third party who charges us a fee for each player registered.  If the player withdraws, we do not receive a refund on this amount so it is reflected in any refund a player receives from the Club.

What do I need to play soccer?  What should I wear for the first game?

Each player requires a pair of soccer shoes and shin pads (which are mandatory) to play. This equipment can be purchased at most major retailers (Play-it-Again Sports etc.). Players must also bring a bottle of water to each game. It is extremely important to keep players hydrated especially in the hot summer months. Please note that there is to be NO sharing of water bottles. Each player must have their own. As uniforms will not be available until early June, players should dress in a T-shirt, shorts and soccer shoes for the first few games. Hats and jewellery are not permitted. Special consideration may be made for medical reasons.  Religious head gear that does not pose a safety issue will be permitted. Uniforms must be worn properly for all games - shirts must be tucked into the player's shorts and sleeves may not be rolled under. Uniforms are issued by size, not by favourite number.

How are team assignments made and why can’t I play with my friends?

All players must play in their designated division and on their assigned to teams at the discretion of the Club.  Coach’s and Sponsor’s children are automatically assigned to the parent's team.  Players are automatically placed on the same team as their sibling IF THEY ARE IN THE SAME DIVISION (unless you have specifically requested otherwise in the Registration Form).

A great deal of effort is taken by the Club to form teams that are balanced for player skills, age, and gender in order to provide a healthy recreational competitive environment.  To ensure a degree of competitive balance, the Club may transfer players between teams entirely at it’s own discretion.  In past years when the club was smaller we did our best to accommodate special requests from players to be placed on the same team with friends for companionship or carpooling.  Unfortunately it has now become administratively impossible to juggle all the variables of skills, gender, age, Coach and sponsor children etc. in forming skill-balanced competitive teams at the same time as accommodating special requests (we reached the point where almost half of the applicants had special requests).

Players usually form new friendships very quickly on their teams. Coaches have Team Rosters showing the names, phones and addresses of the team from which you can certainly find somebody to carpool with if necessary. The opportunity to meet new friends adds to the soccer experience.

What’s the difference between House League and Rep?

The House league system is based on league play to introduce children to soccer and the necessary skill sets based on the fundamental principle of equal playing time for ALL players regardless of skill level.

The Rep Program is a separate system which recognizes highly skilled players in the House League divisions. Playing time at this level is based on skill level. Rep team play often includes tournaments hosted by other Clubs. A Rep player may choose to play in both the House League as well as in the Rep Program or just the Rep Program. Players interested in trying out for the Rep Program should indicate this on their registration form. The Rep Program usually begins in April and will be publicized on our website. All players who are interested in playing Rep Soccer must initially register with the House League. If a player is successful in making a Rep team, the difference between the house league fee and the Rep fee will be due. If a player wishes to play both house league AND Rep, they must pay for both.

Where are the playing fields located?

All U5, U6, U7, U8, U9 & U10 games are played at Cummer Park, located beside the Cummer Community Centre and at Zion Heights Junior High School. As there are several fields in use at this location, we have given each individual field a number. Please take a moment to download a field map with field numbers. Parents who have children playing on Zion #1, #2 or #3 fields MUST park at Zion Heights Junior High School for all games due to the additional activities that take place at the Cummer Community Centre. The driveway to the school parking lot is located just south of Cummer Community Centre, on the south side of the school, off Leslie Street.  U11, U12, U14, U16 and U18 divisions play at Highland Junior High School,  Cliffwood Park (across the street from each other), A.Y. Jackson High School, McNicoll Park, Linus Park and Godstone Park.

Click here for maps to all field locations.

Is it OK to drop off players and pick them up after the game?

NO!  It is extremely important that at least one parent/guardian attends each game. There is always the possibility of player injury as well as poor weather arising during the game. Coaches, league officials and Board members are not trained, empowered or obligated to take measures should anything happen to a player in the absence of a parent/guardian, and cannot be held liable if such an incident takes place.

What is the weather policy?  What if it rains?  What if it is too hot to play?

All games will be played even if it is raining. Games will be immediately stopped if lightning is occurring. Games stopped for lightning are immediately cancelled and cannot be rescheduled due to field limitations. Results will only count if 3/4 or more of the game has been played. On days when the humidex reading exceeds 40 degrees celsius games may be cancelled. Members of the Board monitor weather conditions on game days when extremely hot weather is forecast. A decision is made by 4:30 pm on game days whether games will be cancelled for that evening. Coaches are then immediately notified to contact players. We advise that you check our web site for game cancellations before heading to the field.

Can students volunteer towards their community service commitment?

Yes!  Hillcrest Village Soccer offers opportunities for students to fulfill their volunteer commitments by serving as assistant coaches on teams and helping out at special events. The Club depends on volunteers for many of the key activities. If you are interested in participating, please e-mail us.

Do the Under 5 and Under 6 groups play full soccer?

The Under 5 and Under 6 groups plays “seven a side” soccer. They play on an approximate half-size field using small portable nets. Coaches are allowed on the field to help out until the first week of August. Emphasis is on fun and learning very basic soccer skills.

How can I become a team sponsor?

The Hillcrest Village Soccer Club invites you to support the continued development of soccer in your community by offering financial sponsorship. We are a "Not for Profit" organization operated by volunteers. We count on sponsorship to supplement the costs of individual soccer player registration. Sponsorship is $300 for a House League team and $500 for a Rep team. Sponsors will receive:
• Prominent Sponsor name on jersey and the opportunity of distributing promotional materials
• Company logo and link on the club’s web site.
• Appreciation plaque
• A tax deduction for your business

To sponsor a team, please e-mail: sponsorships@hillcrestvillagesoccer.com

For more information, please e-mail us at board@hillcrestvillagesoccer.com

      Division                            Length of half                  Game Day                 Field

     Under-06 Girls                       25 minutes                        Tuesday                    Zion

     Under-08 Girls                      30 minutes                        Monday                    Zion

     Under-10 Girls                      30 minutes                        Tuesday                    Zion

     Under-12 Girls                      30 minutes                        Tuesday                   M, AY

     Under-14 Girls                      35 minutes                        Thursday                  M, AY

     Under-18 Girls                      40 minutes                        Monday                    AY, L

     Under-05 & 06 Mixed           25 minutes                        Tuesday                    Zion

     Under-07 & 08 Mixed           30 minutes                      Wednesday                  Zion

     Under-09 & 10 Mixed           30 minutes                        Thursday                   Zion

     Under-11          Mixed           35 minutes                        Thursday                   H, C

     Under-12          Mixed           35 minutes                      Wednesday                 H, C

     Under-14          Mixed           40 minutes                        Monday                     H, C

     Under-18          Mixed           40 minutes                      Wednesday                  AY

     Adult Mixed                          45 minutes                        Sunday                      M