FAq

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1.	How do I register my child for soccer?
		Contact an individual listed below for more information.
	A1.	Cottage Grove U6 – U10 (Grades K – 4): Contact Donna Klinkner at 839-3883
		Monona U6 – U10 (Grades K – 4): Contact Keene Kohrt at 224-1245.
		U11 - U19 teams (Grades 5 – 12): Contact Karolyn Rathert at 839-3724.
		To register a player, complete a MAYSA (Madison Area Youth Soccer Association) registration form (click here), a soccer uniform order form and submit along with the appropriate registration and/or uniform fees. Please insure that all registration information is complete and correct, including emergency contact and physician information. *Checks should be made payable to Monona Grove Soccer Club.*

		Questions can also be directed to Carl Pulvermacher at 839-5270.

Q2.	How much are the registration fees?
	A2.	U6 - U8 (K-2nd grade) registration fee is $50.
		U–9 through U–10 Recreational Teams (Grades 3 –8) registration fee is $70.
		U–11 through U–14 Recreational Teams (Grades 5 –8) registration fee is $80.
		Classic Team registration fee is $120.

		Player fees cover club administrative costs, team equipment, referee fees, and membership fees in the youth soccer associations that we are affiliated with - MAYSA, and WYSA. The club uses the excess for our coach training and field improvements. The remainder is kept in reserve.

Q3.	Are there any additional costs?
	A3.	U-9 through U-19 (Grades 2-12) divisions require a team uniform. The club soccer uniform cost for U-9 through U-10 is $40. This includes a jersey, t-shirt, shorts, and socks. The uniform cost for U-11 through U-14 is $50. This includes a two jerseys, shorts, and socks. (U11 - U19 Classic level teams may opt to purchase a higher quality uniform for $80.) Team t-shirts are provided for the younger ages at no additional fee. Each child is responsible for supplying shoes, shin guards, and a soccer ball.

Q4.	When is the soccer season?
	A4.	There are two seasons – fall and spring. The fall season typically runs from the Sept. through October. The spring season begins in early to mid April and continues through early June.

Q5.	How many games are there?
	A5.	Each team plays 8 games per season (8 in the fall and 8 in the spring).

Q6.	How many practices are there?
	A6.	The number of practices your child will be required to attend will depend on their age and the coach. K-1 teams have a half hour practice right before each game. Typically U-8 through U-14 teams will have at least one practice per week. The U-10 and up teams often have 2 practices per week.

Q7.	What additional equipment or clothing does my child need?
	A7.	Shin guards are required for all practices and games. Shin guards should be completely covered by the player’s socks. Each player should bring an appropriately sized ball [Size 3 (K-1 and U-8); Size 4 (U9-U12) and Size 5 (U13 and older)] and a full water bottle to practices and games.

Q8.	Does my child need soccer shoes or will tennis shoes do okay?
	A8.	Tennis shoes will do just fine for younger players although they may prove to be slippery if fields are wet. Older players or wet and muddy conditions may require soccer shoes. Cleats cannot be made of metal and baseball style cleats are unacceptable.

Q9.	How are recreational roster openings filled? Do coaches pick their players?
	A9.	The coach does not select new players for recreational teams, however players may request a particular team or coach. Every effort is made to honor these requests. Coaches are allowed to register their current team members for the following season. Players are added as their registrations are received.

Q10.	How many players on a team?
	A10.	K-1 teams play 3 v 3 and have a maximum roster size of 12 players.
		U-8 teams play 4 v 4 and have a maximum roster size of 12 players.
		U-9 and U-10 teams play 6 v 6 and have a maximum roster size of 12 players.
		U-11and U-12 teams play 8 v 8 and have a maximum roster size of 14 players.
		U-13 and older teams play 11 v 11 and have a maximum roster size of 18 players.