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Who do I contact if I have a question?

If you have a question, ask your child's coach. For further information, feel free to contact the appropriate person on the board. A complete list is provided under Contacts. The PYSL board of officers and members meet the first Thursday of each month at 7:30 p.m. at the Sis McGrath Community Center at the rotary. Meetings are open to the public.

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Who can play?

Boys and girls from Pepperell, Mass and surrounding communities who turn 4 years of age by August 1, and who are no older than 14 on August 1 (in the fall season) and 18 on August 1 (in the spring season). Click on, Age/Divisions

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When are games played?

Travel teams play half of their games in Pepperell and half in other towns in participating Nashoba Valley league. Games are played on Comiskey, Nissitissit, Glow, or Varnum Brook fields. In-town games are played on Varnum Brook or Comiskey fields. For details, Click on Age/Divisions and/or Field Locations.

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When is practice?

U6 : Teams practice half hour before game time on Sunday.
U8 : At least one practice a week. Day and time chosen by coach.
In-town U10 : One or two practices a week. Day and time chosen by coach.
All in-town practices are held on the same field as games are played on.

 

U10 travel teams : Two practices a week on Comiskey Field. Day and time chosen by coach.
U12 and U14 Travel teams : Two practices a week on Varnum Brook field. Day and time chosen by coach.

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What do I wear?

No jewelry allowed, including earrings. All jewelry must be removed before play. NOTE: Earrings of any kind (including studs) are not allowed. Please be advised NOT to have ears pierced close to or during the soccer season.

 

U6 : Team T-shirts are provided for all players at the beginning of the season. This shirt is to be worn at all games. Shin guards* and socks* to cover them must be worn. Shorts* and socks can be any color. Cleats are recommended. Long-sleeved shirts/light jackets are allowed, but team T-shirt must be worn over them. Long, lightweight pants are allowed in cooler weather.

 

U8 and in-town U10 : Players must purchase a red and white reversible shirt (available through Uniform Coordinator, see Contacts). Shin guards* and socks* to cover them must be worn. Shorts* and socks* can be any color. Long-sleeved shirts/light jackets are allowed, but reversible shirt must be worn over them. Long, lightweight pants are allowed in cooler weather.

 

All travel teams : Shin guards* and socks to cover them are mandatory. Cleats are required (no metal cleats). Players must purchase a PYSL uniform that is to be worn at all games. NCUP and MTOC level travel teams must wear the entire official team uniform (no substitutions). For ordering, contact Uniform Coordinator, click on Contacts. Uniform shirt numbers are assigned by PYSL in order to prevent duplicate numbers. Players will keep their shirt number through their playing time with PYSL.

* can be purchased at any sports store (i.e. Sports Authority, Olympia Sports, Modell's)

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What do I bring to practice/games?

All players should bring their own ball (size 3 for U6 and U8, size 4 for U10 and U12, size 5 for U14 and up) and should bring an appropriate amount of drink according to weather. Shin guards and socks to cover them, cleats, and comfortable shirt and shorts are to be worn.

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How long is the season?

Seasons run 8 weeks (weather permitting). The spring season starts as soon as weather permits. No games are played Memorial Day weekend. The fall travel season usually starts the weekend after Labor Day. In-town season starts the following weekend. No games are played Columbus Day weekend.

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How can I register?

You can register on-line using a credit card. If you cannot do this, registration forms are available at the Lawrence Library or by contacting the Registrar ( click on Contacts ). Forms are to be mailed to the address on the registration form, along with the appropriate registration fee. Make checks payable to PYSL. Note: It may take up to four weeks for checks to be deposited.

 

Important note : - Undecided? - It is better to register on time and withdraw later if needed.  Full refunds will be made only for withdrawals prior to the start of the season.

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What is the cost?

In-town registration fee is $45. After the deadline, late fee of $10 is charged, for a total registration fee of $55. Travel registration fee is $55. After the deadline, late fee of $10 is charged, for a total registration fee of $65. Travel registrations are charged this late fee because PYSL is subject to NVYSL penalties for late registrations. 

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Can I register after the registration deadline?

Yes. There is a $10 late fee added to the registration fee. If there is no team availability, money will be refunded. Only paper registrations will be accepted once the on-line registration is closed. Please contact PYSL Registrar ( click on Contacts ) for team availability and further information.

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Can I receive a refund after registering?

A full refund will be given if written withdrawal is received prior to the start of the season. Written withdrawals received prior to the second game will be refunded registration fee less $10 processing fee.

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When will I hear from a coach?

Two weeks prior to the start of the season. Check the website for updates.

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Who do I contact?

If you have any questions not answered on the website, please check Contacts and e-mail the appropriate person.

 

 

 

 

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