Brookline and Hollis, New Hampshire
2012 Spring Soccer Schedule
The first game of the spring season will be held on Sunday, April 15th.
If you haven't registered yet, you can still register.
Getting Ready on Game Day
Equipment Checklist:
Water bottle
League jersey, tucked into shorts. Players may wear another shirt underneath the league jersey, but hoods and strings are prohibited.
Shorts without strings, pockets or loops
Shin pads/guards
Soccer socks over shin guards
Remove all jewelry / earrings; medical bracelets are allowed, but must be taped with inscription visible.
Mouth guard for braces is strongly recommended
Cleats are optional
FIFA / US Soccer Federation LAW 4 - The Players Equipment. "A player must not use equipment or wear anything which is dangerous to himself or another player (including any kind of jewelry)". Medical Bracelets or Medallion are allowed but must be taped. Braces are allowed but a mouth guard is strongly suggested. Casts are allowed if properly padded, taped and are not used for competitive advantage."
Spring 2012 Division & Team Placement
| Birth Date | Spring 2012 Division |
|---|---|
| August 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009 | U4 |
| August 1, 2006 - July 31, 2008 | U6 |
| August 1, 2004 - July 31, 2006 | U8 |
| August 1, 2002 - July 31, 2004 | U10 |
| August 1, 2000 - July 31, 2002 | U12 |
| August 1, 1996 - July 31, 2000 | U16 |
Players may play one age division higher or lower than normal, but only with the approval of the Director of the Age Division being entered, and the coach of the team to which the player will be assigned. Players playing outside their normal Age Division must have a skill level appropriate for the Age Division being entered.
Due to the increasing amount of time the assignment process is consuming, there will be no longer be special requests for team placement. Parents volunteering to be a head coach or assistant coach may request to coach together. Players whose parent(s) are Head Coach, Assistant Coach will be assigned to their parent's team. Siblings in the same league will be assigned to the same team unless otherwise specified in writing at the time of registration. Remaining players will then be assigned to teams providing for a balance of skill level, gender, and town representation.
If you believe you have an exception to this policy, submit the request in writing to the Registrar at BHYSLadmin@gmail.com, or to: BYHSL, PO Box 658, Brookline, NH, 03033. No requests will be accepted via phone. The Registrar will review the request and present it to the Board of Directors for consideration. Thank you in advance for your understanding.
Weather Policy
Soccer games are cancelled if the weather or field conditions are unsafe. Here are a few examples:
- Lightning--referees will stop games at first sound of thunder no matter how far away
- Excess water on the field surface (particularly if it's frozen)
- Rain falling in a near-freezing temperature
A notice will be posted here announcing any game day cancellations.
Getting Ready on Game Day
Equipment Checklist:
Water bottle
League jersey, tucked into shorts. Players may wear another shirt underneath the league jersey, but hoods and strings are prohibited.
Shorts without strings, pockets or loops
Shin pads/guards
Soccer socks over shin guards
Remove all jewelry / earrings; medical bracelets are allowed, but must be taped with inscription visible.
Mouth guard for braces is strongly recommended
Cleats are optional
FIFA / US Soccer Federation LAW 4 - The Players Equipment. "A player must not use equipment or wear anything which is dangerous to himself or another player (including any kind of jewelry)". Medical Bracelets or Medallion are allowed but must be taped. Braces are allowed but a mouth guard is strongly suggested. Casts are allowed if properly padded, taped and are not used for competitive advantage."
Kidsafe Registration
All coaches, assistant coaches, and referees must submit a Kidsafe disclosure statement to the NH Soccer Association. The registration is valid for two years, so if you did it last year you don't need to do it again. Click the link below to register:
The $11 Kidsafe registration fee will be reimbursed by BHYSL - please keep some verification of your payment.
Thank you to our volunteers
Our volunteers provide a valuable community service by enriching the lives of the youth soccer players in Brookline and Hollis. Many of our coaches have spent their weekends attending coaching and referee clinics so they can be better coaches for all of our children. Don't forget to say "Thank You" to your child's coach.
BHYSL Information
Kidsafe for coaches
All coaches, assistant coaches, and referees must submit a Kidsafe disclosure statement to the NH Soccer Association.
Washing BHYSL Jerseys
Soak overnight in cold salt water (about 1/4 cup salt per 1/2 gallon) to set the color. Then wash in cold water. The directions on the shirt say to wash in warm, but this can cause the colors to run.
Referee Training
If you're interested in learning how to be a soccer referee, or you've already been trained and would like to recertify, please checkout the NH Soccer Assocation's referee website at www.nhreferee.net.
Other Opportunities to Play
Amherst Soccer Club has a program for 3 - 6 year old players.
