Frequently Asked Questions

Q. How can I contact the YMCA Greater Hunt County Soccer Program?
A.  The YMCA is open on:
Monday – Friday 6:00am – 8:00pm 
Saturday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday 1:00pm – 6:00pm

1915 Stanford Street
Greenville, Texas 75401
Click here for map
Phone:  903/455-5405    Fax: 903/455-5473 E-mail: Sports Director

Q. Who are Soccer Advisors and how can I contact them?
A.  A list of Advisors and their contact information can be viewed on our website under the Advisors link.

Q. What type of soccer can Greater Hunt County Soccer Association offer?
A.  The Greater Hunt County Soccer Association offers Recreational Leagues for Children Under 6 to Under 19. The GHCSA also allows for PAL or Select League participation through registrar. The YMCA also offers an unsanctioned U4 division that is NOT affiliated with NTSSA.

Q. How can I register?
A.  You can register online by going to the Registration link. You can register in person at our office, 1915 Stanford Street, Greenville, Texas 75401. Office hours and map are listed above. You can also register by mail by printing a registration form from our website under the Registration link.

Q. When will the Fall 2010 season begin?
A.  Games will begin on September 11th and run through the first of November.  The season consists of a guaranteed 8 games most of which should be played on Saturdays. There may be a few weekday games if needed.

Q. Is my child old enough to play?
A.  A player must be 3 years old by July 31st, 2010 to play with YMCA for the Fall 2010 & Spring 11 seasons. (Age Chart)

Q. How is my child placed on a team?
A.  Players are randomly drafted onto teams based on age and gender.  Teams are created based on the number of new players and the number of openings on existing teams.

Q. Can my child play up an age group?
A.  Yes, a child may play up one age division. Age groups are determined by NTSSA Youth Age Chart. Registration must be done in person and play up one age group should be indicated in the special request area on the registration form. Note: A player cannot play down.

Q. When will practices be?
A.  Practice days, times, and locations are set by the coach of your team. The YMCA does not regulate when or where your team practices. Any conflicts on practices should be resolved with your coach. If no resolution can be reached, you may then appeal to the Soccer Advisory Committee.

Q. When and where are the games played?
A.  Most games will be played on Saturdays, however weekday games may be required.  U10 and below games are played at the Greenville Sports Park. U12 and up games are played in Greenville and surrounding towns. 

Q. When will I hear from our coach?
A.  Your child’s coach should contact you shortly after the pre-season coaches meeting.

Q. Who provides the uniform and the other soccer equipment?
A. Uniform jerseys are provided by the YMCA. The coach will hand out at a practice prior to the first soccer game. The player must provide black shorts & black soccer socks. 

All Players must provide their own equipment.  You must purchase shin guards and the appropriate size soccer ball prior to your child’s first practice.  It is MANDATORY that shin guards be worn at all games and practices.  Soccer cleats are optional; baseball cleats with a toe-cleat or metal-cleats are NOT allowed.

                    Age Group                       Ball Size
                  U8 and Below                      Size 3
                  U9 through U12                   Size 4
                  U13 and above                     Size 5

Q. When will I find out when my first game is?
A.  Games will be posted on the YMCA Greater Hunt County Soccer website Schedules link once the schedule has been completed.

Q. Is there a refund policy?
A.  The YMCA does not give refunds unless team does not make. 

Q. How will I know about rainouts?
A. All games being played in Greenville will be handled using the following procedure:
If a game is cancelled, the YMCA rainout number (903)455-6511 and the website will be updated to reflect the current information and the coaches will be immediately notified via email and phone. Decisions will attempt to be made by 7:00 a.m. on Saturday mornings.

To find out about games in other towns you will need to contact the other hosting organization from that town:
Rockwall Contact Info: http://www.quickscores.com/rockwally/
Rowlett, Wylie, or Garland Contact Info: http://www.rowlettsoccer.org/rainout.htm

Q. How many players play at one time?
A.  At U4, we start with 4v4 and increase up to 11v11 at the older age groups. Each child will play at least 50% of the game to ensure fair and equitable activity.

Q. Can I play soccer with another soccer organization?
A.  Yes, you can play with other organzations that are not affiliated with the North Texas Soccer Association, although since the YMCA is the NTSSA sanctioned provider for this area all players living in this area must register and play through the YMCA in order to play with/against other NTSSA organizations or in NTSSA sactioned tournaments.

Q. How can I coach?
A.  You can register to coach by completing and turning in a coaching packet. Per NTSSA, All coaches must obtain a minimum of a level "G" Coaching Certification by the 2nd season they will be coaching the team. Coaching preference will be given to certified coaches. For more information on certifications and certification dates go to the NTTSA website.

Q. What special requests will the YMCA honor?
A.  a) A player is allowed to play with a sibling (provided they live in the same household and/or claimed on the same tax return).
     b) Play up one age group with parent permission.
     c) A player can request NOT to return to their previous team.
     d) A player may return to the same team, if they have not skipped or sat out a season.   
     e) U4 players ONLY can designate a buddy to sign up with in the Fall Season since U4 is not officially associated with NTTSA. To designate a buddy, BOTH buddies must list each others names or the request will not be granted

Q. Can I request the team my child plays on?
A. No, you cannot request a particular team or to be on a particular persons team (other than a sibling or a U4 buddy for Fall season). This is an NTSSA rule for recreational teams U5 & up therefore exceptions cannot be made.

Q. If I do not play a season, can I return the next season to my same team?
A. No. If a player skipped a season, he/she cannot return to the team they previously played on. They must be placed in the draft.

Q. How can I file a complaint?
A. See Complaint Procedures