FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers To Commonly Asked Questions

What are the 2026-2027 season age brackets?

Players are assigned to an age division based on their birth date.

Beginning with the 2026–2027 season, U.S. Soccer has adopted an August 1 age group cutoff, which more closely aligns with school grade levels. Players born between August 1 of one year and July 31 of the following year will play in the same age division.

Example: Players born August 1, 2016 – July 31, 2017 are eligible for U10.

2026–2027 Age Group Matrix

Age Division                                                          Players Born On or After

U14                                                                      August 1, 2012

U12 August 1, 2014

U10 August 1, 2016

U8 August 1, 2018

U6 August 1, 2020

Tiny Kickers (U3–U4): Players born August 1, 2022 – July 31, 2024.

If you're unsure which division is right for your player, please contact us—we're happy to help!

What are the registration fees for 2026?

Tiny Kickers - $40

U6 - $70

U8 - $80

U10 - $105

U12 - $110

U14 - $115

Are all games in Palo Cedro?

For Tiny Kickers, U6, U8, games are all located in Palo Cedro. Once players enter U10-U14, games span from Mt. Shasta to Corning.

What days & times are practices?

Practices start in August for the 2026 FALL season, with games starting in late August. Practice times are as follows:

U6 Practices T/Th 5:15 to 6:00 (once games start, games will be on Thursday nights, starting in August). Please ensure your player(s) bring the following to each practice: a water bottle and size 3 ball and shin guards.

U8 Practices T/TH 6:00-7:00 (games are on Friday nights starting in August all games at Junction). Please ensure your player(s) bring the following to each practice water bottle and size 3 ball and shin guards.

U10 Practices M/W 5:15 to 6:30 (Saturday games start in August, home games are at Junction or in our local area. Away games span from Corning ro Mt. Shasta). Please ensure your player(s) bring the following to each practice: a water bottle and size 4 ball and shin guards.

U12 Practices M/W 6:30 to 8:00 (Saturday games start in August, home games are at Junction or in our local area. Away games span from Corning ro Mt. Shasta). Please ensure your player(s) bring the following to each practice: a water bottle and size 4 ball and shin guards.

U14 Practices T/TH 6:00 to 7:30 (Saturday games start in August, home games are at Junction or in our local area. Away games span from Corning ro Mt. Shasta). Please ensure your player(s) bring the following to each practice: a water bottle and size 5 ball and shin guards.

How many games will my child play?

Each team plays one game per week.

U8 games will be played on Friday evenings. All other games will be played on Saturdays.

How do I become a referee?

Passionate about soccer and fair play? Join our volunteer referee team for the upcoming season!  Ensure a positive playing environment and be a crucial part of the game. Contact Sara Mills at saramills420@gmail.com or call 530-524-5211 get involved.

How do I become a coach?

Apply to Join our volunteer coaching team for the upcoming soccer league season! We believe in the power of dedicated individuals to inspire and mentor young athletes. As a volunteer coach, you'll have the opportunity to share your love for the game, develop crucial life skills in players, and foster a sense of teamwork. Click [here] to learn more about how you can contribute to the growth and success of our soccer league through the rewarding experience of volunteer coaching.

What is the required equipment?

Each player needs to have appropriate cleats and shin guards to play in games.

Where are practices held?

ALL soccer practices are held at Junction School.

What is the refund policy?

Palo Cedro Youth Soccer Organization will gladly provide a refund for fees paid upon proof one of the following conditions has occurred:

Child injured before the season starts preventing them from playing.

Family has moved greater than 20 miles.100% of fees will be refunded if the player has not yet been entered into the league computer playing system.  If the player has already been added to the system, the fee (minus $15 the league is charged for insurance) will be refunded.  

Player fees will not be refunded due to a decision to not play for any other reason, including but not limited to practice nights, team placement, or age placement.

Effective January 1, 2018