The U14 program was developed to continue player development in a fun yet competitive environment. After the completion of the regular season, a post season playoff tournament is played with the top four teams receiving medals. The winner of the post season playoff tournament is eligible to move on to the Area Tournament in Granada Hills in December.
| Season Length | The regular season runs from September through November, followed by the post-season which completes in the Region by the middle of December. |
| Time Commitment | Practice approximately 60 minutes once or twice a week (depending on coach's schedule). Games are played on Saturdays. The game consists of two 35 minute halves. |
| Equipment | Each player will be given a uniform which consists of a jersey, shorts and socks. The player must provide soccer cleats, shin guards and a size 5 soccer ball. |
| Certification Required | All volunteers must be registered AYSO Volunteers and must have the following certifications:
Coach - Intermediate Certification
Safe Haven
CDC Concussion Awareness
Sudden Cardiac Arrest
Live Scan
Safe Sport
Each U14 team will also need 2-3 certified referees to help cover referee assignments. So if you have a player registered in this division, you should volunteer to be a referee and also receive the following certifications:
Referee - Regional Certification
Referee - Intermediate Certification |
| Game Format | The game is played 11 vs. 11, under a modified FIFA rule system. Game is played with 4 quarters. Substitutions are done at each quarter, and there is a short break after the second quarter. |
| Team Formation | The teams are formed with a draft that normally occurs in August. Coaches are provided player ratings which can be used for player selection. At the end of the season coaches submit player ratings. |