Q: Why am I seeing a $9,999 non-resident charge?
This program is specific to Groton and Dunstable in Massachusetts. To avoid seeing the fee, please first enter your billing address so that the system knows that you are a Groton or Dunstable resident. For exceptions, please reach out to the registrar.
Q: What are the age groups for the various divisions?
A: Based on school grade
| Age Group | Type of Play | Eligible School Grades |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-K/K | Local | Pre-K, K |
| Grade 1/2 | Local | 1, 2 |
| Grade 3/4 | Travel | 3, 4 |
| Grade 5/6 | Travel | 5, 6 |
| Grade 7/8 | Travel | 7, 8 |
| Grade 9/10 | Travel | 9, 10 |
| Grade 11/12 | Travel | 11, 12 |
Q: When are Evaluations scheduled for the 2025/2026 Soccer Season?
A: Evaluations will take place from May 19 to May 22.
Q: What is the schedule for the Spring 2025 NVYSL Season
A: The league schedule is available: https://nvysl.org/calendar
The Spring Schedule is as follows (Saturday is Pre-K through 8th Grade, Sunday is High School):
- Game Day 1 - April 12/13
- Game Day 2 - April 26/27
- Game Day 3 - May 3/4
- Game Day 4 - May 10/11
- Game Day 5 - May 17/18
- Evaluations - May 19 - 22
- Game Day 6 - May 31/June 1
- Game Day 7 - June 7/8
- Game Day 8 - June 14/15
- NVYSL Post Season Tournament (NCUP) - June 21 - 22
- MYSA Post Season Tournament (MTOC) - Jun 27 - 29
Team schedules will be published approximately 1 week before the first game day.
Q: What does it cost to play?
A: $100 per season for Pre-K/K & Grade 1/2, $130 per season for Grade 3/4 and older. Players must also purchase official uniforms (can be used multiple seasons) that are $20 for U6 & U8 and $60 for older divisions. There is a $15 discount for early registration.
Q: When are games played?
Current Game times
| Age Group | Practice Time | Game Times on Saturday | Home Game Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten / Kindergarten | No Practice | noon - 1 pm | Cow Pond |
| Grade 1 / 2 Girls | Set by coach | 8:30 am | Cow Pond |
| Grade 1 / 2 Boys | Set by coach | 10:00 am | Cow Pond |
| Grade 3 / 4 Girls | Set by coach | 9:00 am | Cow Pond |
| Grade 3 / 4 Boys | Set by coach | 10:30 am | Cow Pond |
| Grade 5 / 6 Girls | Set by coach | noon | Cow Pond |
| Grade 5 / 6 Boys | Set by coach | 1:30 pm | Cow Pond |
| Grade 7 / 8 Girls | Set by coach | 3:00 pm | Cow Pond |
| Grade 7 / 8 Boys | Set by coach | 4:30 pm | Cow Pond |
| High School (Sundays) | Set by coach | 1pm, 3pm, 5pm | Cow Pond |
High School teams play on Sundays at different times. Times are published on the NVYSL web (https://nvysl.org)
Q: What are the practice schedules?
A: Practice times are determined by individual volunteer coaches. For Grades 1-2, practices typically occur once a week at Cow Pond. There is no practice for PreK/K, and NVYSL Travel teams will have one or two practices, depending on the division and the coach's availability.
Q: What is the correct ball size for each age group?
A: Here is the information for each division
| Pre-K/K | Grade 1/2 | Grade 3/4 | Grade 5/6 | Grade 7/8 | High School | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ball Size | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 |
| Game Play | 4v4 no goalies | 5v5 | 7v7 | 9v9 | 11v11 | 11v11 |
| Field Size | 1/2 5v5 | 130 x 85 | 190 x 120 | 210 x 165 | 310 x 196 | 310 x 196 |
| Goal Size | PUG | 6' x 4 yd | 6' x 4 yd | 6' x 6 yd | 8' x 8 yd | 8' x 8 yd |
| Game Duration | 2x20m | 2x25m | 2x30m | 2x30m | 2x35m | 2x40m |
Q: Which color jersey does the home team wear for Pre-K/K and G 1/2?
A: The home team color is Maroon, away team color is White.
Q: When are practices held?
A: Practice takes place during the week for all 1/2, and older teams, and schedules are set by the individual coaches at the beginning of the season. The club allows the coach the flexibility to choose practice days and times that work for both the coach and the players on his/her team. Pre-K/K practice time is included in the Saturday afternoon sessions.
Q: Where can I find the schedule for a Grade 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 or HS age player?
A: The game schedules for Grade 3/4 & older teams are set by the Nashoba Valley Youth Soccer League (NVYSL). The schedule can be found at
https://nvysl.org/as_league/organizations/view/GROT.
Schedules for all Pre-K/K and Grade 1/2 games are posted on the GDYSC home page at www.gdysc.org. There are also maps of the Cow Pond and Larter field layouts on the website.
Q: Why is jewelry not allowed?
A: To avoid the risk of injury to all players, the league has adopted a no-jewelry policy. If there is a question, the referee has the final say. All players must remove any earrings, or they will not be allowed to play. This includes any newly pierced ears, so please plan accordingly, as placing tape (or band-aids) over earrings is not allowed.
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