All practices at Jumbo Evans Sports Park Soccer Fields
TBD by individual teams/coaches.
Coaches are parent volunteers.
U4-6: Saturdays @ 9:00am & 10:30am - All games at Jumbo Evans soccer fields.
U7-8: Saturdays @ 9:00am & 10:30am-All games at Jumbo Evans soccer fields.
U9-U14 : Schedule TBD
Rec players born 2012 through 2022:
ALL players U8 and younger will receive 2 new uniform jerseys. Parents will need to provide navy shorts and navy soccer socks. Players are required to wear shin guards for all soccer activities (practices & games). They will also require a size 3 soccer ball.
***Absolutely no jewelry is allowed to be worn during games (so it may not be a good time for ear piercing).***
Players U9 and older will receive a new uniform kit. They will need shin guards and soccer cleats. They will also require a size 4 soccer ball for U9-U12, Size 5 for U13/14.
Plenty of water is needed, more than you would expect is needed.
| Younger Rec (U4 through U8) | Older Rec (U9 through U14) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Player Ages | DOBs 2018 through 2022 | DOBs 2012 through 2017 | |
| Spring 2025 Club Fee | $135.00-$145.00 | $185.00 | |
| Uniform Cost | Included | Included | |
| Open Fall 2025 Registration | OPEN | OPEN | |
| Close Fall 2025 Registration | Aug 2025 | Aug 2025 | |
| Coaching | Parent Volunteer Coach(es) will train their team. | Parent Volunteer Coach(es) will train their team. | |
| Practices begin approx. | mid August | mid August | |
| First Game | Sept. | Sept. | |
| Where are games held? | 100% at Jumbo Evans | 50% Jumbo Evans, 50% away | |
| Matches scheduled on | Saturday mornings | Mostly Saturday; occasional Sunday possible | |
| Rain out Make up Games | Coaches can arrange | TBD | |
| Qty of Games | 8-10 | 8-10 | |
| Final Game | TBD | TBD | |
| Soccer ball size | Size 3 | U9-U12 Size 4; U13/14 Size 5 | |
| Questions? Contact | Kyle Powell - powell.kyled@gmail.com | Kyle Powell - powell.kyled@gmail.com |
The BYSA Recreational program is a fun-based program that both introduces the game of soccer to our younger players and allows older players who do not wish to participate in a competitive environment the opportunity to continue playing. Unlike Competitive (i.e. Academy and Select) soccer, scores are not kept and there are no standings since the Rec program is about enjoying the game without the focus on competition. Scores are recorded for team tracking within different brackets for the league. Each player receives equal playing time and a balanced amount of time in different areas of the field. Through our Rec program, BYSA is committed to ensuring that the introduction of soccer to our young players is based on having fun while learning the fundamentals of the game. We also hope that by providing a positive and enjoyable experience we can cultivate an appreciation for the game of soccer to keep young players interested for years to come.
All Rec programs utilize small-sided game formats which encourages learning in a fun and positive environment with the added excitement of more action for all kids. Small-sided games are created to maximize active participation and touches on the ball by having fewer players on a smaller field. BYSA believes that our young kids simply learn by playing and this allows the game to be the teacher. Our U4/U6 and U7/U8 age groups all play 4v4 with no goalkeeper. The U9 through U14 age group plays 7v7 with a goalkeeper, with the opportunity to play 9v9 with a goalkeeper.
Players are sorted into age groups based on their Year of Birth. No players will be permitted to play down once they have reached the next age division. Also, parents wishing to play a child up one age level may petition the Board for an exemption. In the interest of safety, factors such as the child’s size and experience will be considered before allowing younger kids to play up with older, bigger and more skilled players.
BYSA Rec program pools U4-U6 players and U7-U8 players together.
Fall 2025 and Spring 2026 Recreational Age Divisions
January 1, 2012 – December 31, 2012
14 Under
January 1, 2013 – December 31, 2013
13 Under
January 1, 2014 – December 31, 2014
12 Under
January 1, 2015 – December 31, 2015
11 Under
January 1, 2016 – December 31, 2016
10 Under
January 1, 2017 – December 31, 2017
9 Under
January 1, 2018 – December 31, 2018
8 Under
January 1, 2019 – December 31, 2019
7 Under
January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2020
6 Under
January 1, 2021 - December 31, 2021
5 Under
January 1, 2022 – December 31, 2022
4 Under
The recreational program fees for the Fall 2024/Spring 2025 seasons are $135.00-$185.00 per player, depending on age group. Included in the fee is: the uniform, required insurance premium, fee to play under SALSA, fee to play under South Texas Youth Soccer, and to cover grounds maintenance and facility improvements at Jumbo Evans Sports Park. As a non-profit community organization BYSA charges only the amount needed to cover operating expenses and contingency costs. Our fees are very competitive with other clubs and we strive to offer a great value and experience for our families.
Other pieces of equipment that are required at the player's expense are shin guards, soccer cleats and their own ball that must be brought to all practices. U4-U8 players use a size 3 ball, U9-U12 players need a size 4 ball, U13/14 size 5 ball.
Our Recreational teams, like our Select and Academy teams, are based at the beautiful fields of Jumbo Evans Sports Park on 281 N in Spring Branch.
All games for U4-U6 and U7/U8 teams are scheduled for Saturday mornings at Jumbo Evans against other teams within BYSA.
U9-U14 divisions will have at least half of their games at Jumbo Evans Sports Park soccer with travel to other clubs for away games. Games will be scheduled on Saturdays with occasional Sunday games while they are rare but could happen due to field scheduling for these older age groups or rainout makeups.
Practice days and times for each Rec team is set by the team's parent volunteer coach. During the registration process, BYSA will not know what the practice schedule for each team will be so we cannot place players on teams based on when they are able to practice. To request that your player be placed on a team with one (1) of their friends, please add that players name in the Requests field during registration.
In general, all U8 and younger teams will practice once a week in a small group or pool training session. Our U9-U14 teams will have at least one practice per week and occasionally two practices if the coach desires to do so. These may also be pool sessions with other BYSA teams.
If you have any questions or need additional information about the BYSA Recreational Program, please contact our VP of Rec, Kyle Powell, via email at powell.kyled@gmail.com.