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Spring Soccer (U5-U16)

Please read ALL of the information below to ensure your registration is processed as quickly as possible.

Registration Deadline: March 23, 2025 5:00 PM

THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 23, 2025 5:00 PM – your registration and payment must be received by the registration deadline or you will not be able to participate in the season. Registration is not complete until payment is received.

COVID-19 Protocols in Place – Return to Train

At present all activities in our Spring program will be similar to what was run in the Fall, with activities geared to meet the Provincial Health Office COVID-19 protocols currently in place. This will see a focus on developing skills and knowledge in a fun environment. Based on BC Soccer projections we are hoping that by mid-April the restrictions will change and we can begin to play small-sided games again.

Note that due to Township of Langley requirements, spectators will not be allowed at the U7 level and above. INFORMATION ON KICKOFF WEEK ACTIVITIES, COVID PROTOCOLS, ETC. WILL BE SENT THE WEEK BEFORE THE SEASON STARTS.

General Season Notes

Spring 2025 – Week of March 31, 2025 through Week of June 16, 2025

Aldergrove Soccer’s Spring 2025 season runs the week of March 31, 2025 through the week of June 16, 2025.

Holidays

There are no AYSC activities Easter Weekend / Easter Monday (April 21) or Victoria Day weekend (May 17-19).

Home Field

All AYSC programs operate at Aldergrove Athletic Park, 27 Ave. and 269 St. behind Betty Gilbert Middle School (view Google map).

Two Registration Options: Recreational Soccer & Competitive Soccer (Cascadia League)

AYSC operates two programs during the Spring season:

  • Recreational Soccer, for players born 2010-2020
  • Competitive Soccer (Cascadia League), for players born 2010-2018

Recreational Soccer has a focus on ‘Fitness & Fun’ and only runs on weeknights (no weekend / traveling games), while the Competitive Soccer program allows players to compete in a more structured league with other local clubs.

AYSC runs player evaluations to assist the Club in determining Cascadia League placements. If your player is interested in participating in Cascadia please register them by February 21 and indicate you want to be considered for a travelling Cascadia team.

See Spring Competitive Soccer (Cascadia League) FAQs for some answers to frequently asked questions about the differences between the two programs.

The cost of the Recreational Soccer program is $175, while the cost of the Competitive Soccer program $350 to cover Club coaches, additional field time, referees, etc.

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U5 to U15 Recreational Soccer – $175

Fitness & Fun!

Our Recreational Soccer program will run on the following evenings:

Mondays

  • U9/U10 (born 2016 / 2015) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
  • U13-U15 (born 2012 / 2011 / 2010) 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Tuesdays

  • U7/U8 (born 2018 / 2017) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
  • U11/U12 (born 2014 / 2013) 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Wednesdays

  • U5/U6 (born 2020 / 2019) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm

“U” means Under, i.e. U5s are players who are under 5 years of age.

Evenings listed above may be subject to change depending on to Township of Langley field allocations and total registration numbers. Refunds will be offered if you cannot make the assigned age group evening once the Recreational Soccer schedule is finalized.

NOTE THAT THE SPRING RECREATIONAL PROGRAM ONLY RUNS WEEKNIGHTS – THERE ARE NO SATURDAY GAMES.

Please note the posted start times and have your player at the field at least 10 minutes in advance so we can use the time more efficiently.

The first few weeks of the season provides the Club an opportunity to assess players, recruit additional Team Leaders / Coaches, and set balanced teams and schedules. During this first part of the season, players will be put into informal “teams” so that our volunteer Team Leaders, Club Coaches, and players can all get to know each other; AYSC’s Club coaches will be running station-based “skills and drills” with all players and volunteer Team Leaders / Coaches, so that all players get the same soccer experience.

Players will be assigned a team by mid-April, and a formal game schedule will be released at that time.

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U9 to U16 Competitive Soccer (Cascadia League) – $350

Higher-Level Training

AYSC’s Competitive Soccer program allows older players to compete in a more structured league with other local clubs called “Cascadia”.

Cascadia teams are considered ‘travelling’ teams, where games may be played at home in Aldergrove and away in nearby communities (Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Mission, Langley). The level of play the team is placed at (based on whatever players register for that age group) may determine the distance you may travel. Division 3 is considered ‘House’ level and games will be played close to Aldergrove as much as possible. Division 1 is considered ‘Rep’ level and is a higher level of competition, and teams at this level may have to travel a little bit further to be able to play teams with a matching skill set.

Age brackets for the Cascadia program are singular and based on players’ intake year for the Fall 2024 season.

Cascadia teams will train during the week and then play a game on the weekend:

Mondays & Wednesdays

  • U9/U10 (born 2016 / 2015) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
  • U14 Intake Boys (born 2012) 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
  • U16 Boys (born 2009) 7:00 – 8:30 pm

Tuesdays & Thursdays

  • U7/U8 (born 2018 / 2017) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
  • U11 Boys (born 2014) 5:45 pm – 6:45 pm
  • U13 Boys (born 2013) 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
  • U11 Girls (born 2014) 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
  • U12 Girls (born 2013) 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
  • U14 Intake Girls (born 2012) 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm

Saturdays

  • Home / Away game times TBD

Cost for the Cascadia program is $350 (regular Spring Recreational soccer fees of $175 and an additional $175 to cover Club coaches, additional field time, referees, etc.). The additional $175 will be collected before the start of the season once players are selected to the Cascadia program.

For questions about the Cascadia program, please email cward@aldergrovesoccer.com.

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Spring Season FAQs

How long is the season?

The Spring season starts in April and goes to the end of June.

Where are games played?

Both the Recreational and Competitive programs are run on the turf fields at Aldergrove Athletic Park, 27 Ave. and 269 St. behind Betty Gilbert Middle School (view Google map). Competitive Program Saturday games may be played at home in Aldergrove and away in nearby communities (Chilliwack, Abbotsford, Mission, Langley).

Are games played in the rain / snow?

Games are played regardless of the degree of rain. However, fields are sometimes closed by the Township of Langley due to too much water on the field. In the event of snow on the field, all games will be cancelled. If the fields are deemed unplayable, the Club will email all members as soon as the decision is known.

Where do my registration fees go?

Your fees pay for:

  • BC Soccer fees
  • insurance
  • Township of Langley field charges for all-weather and grass fields
  • referees and linespersons
  • a t-shirt
  • equipment (balls, cones, and nets)
  • field maintenance
  • player clinics
  • general Club operating costs (accounting, advertising, printing etc.)

Do I need soccer cleats or shin guards? What other costs are there?

Players need cleats or runners, shin guards, and a water bottle (not provided). AYSC operates a free soccer boot exchange at Aldergrove Athletic Park (Rubbermaid bins in the large container). If you need boots, check to see if there are a pair that will fit your player. If you have used boots to exchange or donate, please put them in a Rubbermaid bin on any session day.

Where can I get a tax receipt?

The Government of Canada eliminated the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit in 2017. AYSC no longer provides tax receipts; if you pay by credit card when registering online, you will receive an electronic receipt upon submission.

What is the refund policy?

See Refund Policy for complete refund policy details.

Volunteer Team Leaders / Assistant Leaders Needed

PLEASE NOTE THAT WE REQUIRE VOLUNTEER TEAM LEADERS / ASSISTANT LEADERS. As work schedules and illness sometimes prevent volunteers from being available, we aim to have a minimum of two Team Leaders for every team, to ensure continuity of direction for the players. One of the biggest challenges we have in organizing the season is that not enough volunteers step forward early enough. WE CANNOT CREATE TEAMS OR SCHEDULES UNTIL WE HAVE VOLUNTEER TEAM LEADERS, IT IS AS SIMPLE AS THAT.

Please indicate on the form when registering if you are willing to volunteer.

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THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MARCH 23, 2025 5:00 PM – your registration and payment must be received by the registration deadline or you will not be able to participate in the season. Registration is not complete until payment is received.

Payment can be made online via credit card or via e-transfer.

If you are paying by e-transfer, your e-transfer must be received WITHIN 48 HOURS OF SUBMITTING YOUR REGISTRATION – your payment must be received within 48 hours of submitting your registration or your registration will automatically be deleted, and you will need to register again if you want to participate in the season. Registration / waitlisting is not complete until payment is received. Please do not register until you are ready to make payment.

Refund Policy / Deadline

A $75 processing charge will be applied for registration withdrawals after the refund deadline of April 14, 2025 5:00 pm has passed. See Refund Policy for complete details.

Important: Before You Register

By registering with Aldergrove Soccer you acknowledge that you have read and agree to AYSC’s Policies & Guidelines.

In the event that insufficient registrations are received to fill an age level / division, AYSC will promptly provide refunds.

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