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Participation Program

See Birth Date Chart For Age Groups

Children eligible to participate with OCASA in Fall 2010, and/or Spring 2011 must turn 3 by July 31, 2010.

Youth sports leagues cannot exist without assistance from parents, and the Ohio County Area Youth Soccer Association is no exception. OCASA asks that parents participate in the operation of the League. There are many jobs that need to be done. Some require very little time, others a substantial commitment.

We've listed below a summary opportunities. Some are not available at this time. Check our website for current volunteer job listings. Please mark your child's registration form with the code next to the job you would be willing to do.

Team Formation Policy

Kentucky Youth Soccer Association (KYSA) requires that the team formation process be random. Therefore, the Ohio County Area Soccer Association shall use the following guidelines when forming teams:

See Birth Date Chart For Age Groups

Children eligible to participate with OCASA in Fall 2010, and/or Spring 2011 must turn 3 by July 31, 2010.

· Players moving up to a new Age Group category shall be placed on a team in the new Age Group based on OCASA team formation policy.

· Players will be automatically moved up to the next Age Group on the basis of birth year only. Move-up of under age players will not be permitted except on the written request of a parent or guardian. All players moving up to the next age group must be placed in an "open" draw and not moved up as a team.

· Single birth-year teams will not be formed. Procedures shall be taken to ensure that no more than two-thirds (2/3) of the players assigned to a team have the same birth-year.

· Children of the head coach and not more than one (1) assistant coach may be assigned to that coach's team.

· Siblings playing in the same Age Group will be assigned to the same team unless OCASA is otherwise notified.

· No requests for a coach or a team will be honored.

· No request chains will be honored. All requests must be in writing and sent to: OCASA, PO BOX 337, HARTFORD KY 42347

· All decisions in team formation shall be made at the discretion of the Team Formation Committees and/or the OCASA Board.

· Late registrants shall be placed on teams with available openings and if no opening is available they shall be placed on a waiting list.

· The Board's first priority is to ensure that the children enjoy playing the game of soccer.

Code of Conduct

'0' TOLERENCE

Ohio County Area Soccer wishes to lead by example. We want to be symbolized by other clubs. When our teams are on or off the field we are a class act. We will police our areas and pick up trash after a game. We will walk off the field with dignity no matter the outcome. Our parents and coaches will cheer on the team; they will only cheer on positive comments. We will not use foul language. We will not be accused of name-calling. We will even congratulate the opponent on a well-played game no matter the out-come.  We will not boast about our winning. We must continually set an example as good sportsmen.

i. No one shall:

a) Curse (malicious or otherwise) another person.

b) Push, hit, strike, or threaten any person

c) Be drinking or under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance while on the site before, during or after an event.

d) Act in an irrational manner; make a public spectacle or nuisance of one self before, during, or after a scheduled event on the site.

e) Violate the rules and regulations of the activity or program in which they are involved.

f) Undermine any league policy or procedures.

ii. Penalties - Violations of Rule A, E, F.

a) First Offense - Dismissal for one month

b) Second Offense - Dismissal from all sites for one year.

c) Third Offense - Permanent dismissal from all sites.

iii. Violations of Rules B, C, and D.

a) First Offense - Dismissal from all sites for one year.

b) Second Offense - Permanent dismissal from all sites.

iv. Coach ejected from game

a) Will not be allowed to attend next game. This includes sitting on the sideline and watching.

b) $100 fine. This fine must be paid within seven days. The coach is not allowed to have any involvement with the team until said fine is paid.

c) Other fines or penalties may be warranted based on league, club, park or tournament rules.

v. Player ejected from game

a) In the event of a red card the player will not be able to play in the next scheduled game.

b) In the event of a red card for violent conduct or foul and abusive language, the player will not be able to play in the next two scheduled events. During this time, the incident will be researched and the following may occur:

1. $100 fine to the team, must be paid immediately, all games for team are suspended until fine is paid. The team may wish to collect this from the player. Any game cancelled due to team not paying fine will not be made up;

2. Player suspended from all OCASA events for a period of one year;

3. Player suspended from all Ohio County Parks & Recreation facilities and events;

4. The team suspended for a season or year;

vi. Other fines or penalties may be warranted based on league, club, park or tournament rules

vii. If deemed necessary legal action may be taken against the individual or individuals violating the Code of Ethics.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. ARE REGISTRATION FEES REFUNDABLE?

A. If your child is not assigned to a team, your fee is refundable. Otherwise, no refunds are given.

Q. DO I HAVE TO REGISTER MY CHILD FOR SPRING IF HE/SHE PLAYED IN THE FALL?

A. Yes, your registration for the Fall does not cover both the Fall and Spring season.

Q. CAN I REGISTER MY CHILD AFTER THE DEADLINE HAS PAST?

A. Yes however, you will be assessed a $10 LATE FEE and your child will be placed on a wait list.

Q. CAN I MAKE A REQUEST FOR MY CHILD?

A. A request to play with a friend will not be considered. No request chains will be honored. No requests for a coach or a team will be honored.

Q. HOW ARE THE TEAMS FORMED?

A. The Team Formation Policy is located above this section.

Q. CAN MY CHILD PLAY IN THE NEXT HIGHER AGE GROUP?

A. Move-up of under age players will not be permitted except on the written request of a parent or guardian. All players moving up to the next age group must be placed in an "open" draw and not moved up as a team.

Q. WHEN ARE THE GAMES SCHEDULED?

A. Games are scheduled to be played on Saturdays, some Tuesday and Thursday evenings and occasionally on Sunday afternoon. In the Fall season, games are played during the months of September and October and Spring, games are played the last weekend of March through May.

Q. WHEN DO PRACTICES BEGIN?

A. Practices should begin in August for the Fall season and in March for the Spring season.

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