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JUPITER STING SOCCER
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What is
Jupiter Sting Competitive or Travel Soccer?
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How is
it different from JTAA Recreational Soccer?
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Is
prior soccer experience required to try-out?
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How far
do teams travel and when?
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How
often and when do the teams practice?
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When do
the teams play their games?
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What
kind of commitment is required, from the player, from the parents?
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How
are players chosen for the teams?
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How are
ages determined for teams?
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How much
does it cost?
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What
if you would like to be a coach in Jupiter Sting Soccer?
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Who can give me more information
or help me if I cannot attend tryouts?
What
is Jupiter Sting Competitive or Travel Soccer?
Competitive soccer is just what the name implies; players must compete for a
spot on a team. There are boys and girls teams, with teams serving ages 7 or
8 through 18. We have available roster space on every team.
How is
it different from JTAA Rec Soccer?
First of all, your child must try-out for a space on a Sting Team, where Rec
is open to anyone who signs up. Players will be chosen on fitness level,
technical soccer skills, ability to learn, and attitude. The level of play
is more competitive; the pace of the games will be faster. In addition,
Competitive soccer tends to run much longer, with some teams playing 9-10
months out of the year.
Is
prior soccer experience required to try-out?
Your child should have at least one year of organized soccer team
experience, plus a strong interest in the sport and desire to become a
better soccer player.
How
far do teams travel and when?
Our younger teams traditionally play in the Treasure Coast League, traveling
south to Wellington, north to Stuart, Hobe Sound and Port St. Lucie. The
older teams play in the South Florida Youth Soccer Association (boys) and
FLUGSA (girls). Those leagues include teams from Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm
Beach Counties in the south to Martin, and St. Lucie Counties in the north.
But only 50% of the games will be AWAY, 50% will be HOME at Jupiter
Community Park.
For older teams, the practice schedule and game season will runs from August
to February, with the older teams continuing to practice and play in games
through April or May. At the high school level, there will be a break for
travel so. that the players can play for school. For younger teams, some
will play August through May, and some January to May. Each team will also
decide whether to participate in tournaments, regional play-offs in March
and/or State Cup in April/May. Every team participates in our own
Tournament, the Presidents Day Cup, in February. Other tournament play often
requires an overnight stay.
How
often and when do the teams practice?
Most Sting teams practice twice a week at JCP, younger teams from 5:30-7pm,
older teams from 7-8:30pm. Sting's Professional Trainers, Soccer Tutors, will
lead at least one weekly practice session. Most teams begin practicing once
school is in session, though some teams practice throughout the summer.
When
do the teams play their games?
Games are played on Saturday or Sunday. There are usually no games played on
holiday weekends, i.e. Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Years.
What
kind of commitment is required, from the player, from the parents?
We expect anyone selected for a Sting team to take this endeavor seriously
and to give it his/her best effort. Our soccer club can only be successful
if all parents pitch in by volunteering with coaching, team management and
fundraising efforts. We ask that you carefully consider all of your other
sports and personal commitments and schedules before joining our program.
How
are players chosen for the teams or Academy?
Depending on the ages of the players, the teams compete in varying formats,
U9-U10 play 6 versus 6, U11-U12 play 8 versus 8 and U13 and older play 11 v
11. Typical teams average 4 additional teammates above the number on the
field.
Participation in the try-out process does not guarantee selection, but every
child trying out will be evaluated fairly. Even those players from last
year's Sting teams must be re-evaluated before being selected. The Club
trainers and the coaches will work together to pick the teams. If your
player makes the team, you will be notified about a week after try-outs. An
additional round of try-outs will be held for some teams in August, or on as
needed basis to meet summer schedules. The developmental academy is not
intended for forming select teams but offers training and scrimmages to boys
and girls age 5-12 throughout the year.
How
are ages determined for teams?
For the 2009-2010 year, the following applies. Please note that a child can
play “up” with an older age group, but can never play “down” in a younger
age group.
U-9: 8-01-00 or after
U-14: 8-01-95 to 7-31-96
U-10: 8-01-99 to 7-31-00 U-15: 8-01-94 to
7-31-95
U-11: 8-01-98 to 7-31-99 U-16: 8-01-93 to
7-31-94
U-12: 8-01-97 to 7-31-98 U-17: 8-01-92 to
7-31-93
U-13: 8-01-96 to 7-31-97 U-18: 8-01-91 to
7-31-92
How
much does it cost?
The base fee for each player will be set in June, but is estimated to be
around $400. This covers the JTAA fees, Florida Youth Soccer Association
(FYSA) fee, training expenses, league fees, referee fees, tournament fees,
etc. However the cost can increase if a team chooses to use the trainers for
additional practices, or the trainers attend the games hours. The base fee is not enough to cover all of the team's expenses,
so additional fundraising is required throughout the year, i.e. concession
stand sales, tournament revenue, etc. Partial scholarships are available for families if needed.
For scholarship requests please submit a letter addressed to Roger Dean
Stadium thanking them for supporting you (the player).
Uniforms and gear are not included.
What if you would like to be a coach in Jupiter Sting Soccer?
We welcome all interested parents with a working knowledge of soccer to be
Head and Assistant Coaches. The Sting trainers, Soccer Tutors, will work
closely with new coaches and lead at least one practice per week for our
teams. Trainers also attend games on the weekends to observe our players in
game settings and give feedback to the coaches. Those interested in Coaching
should contact the Director of Tryouts or the Director of Coaching/Training.
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