The 16U / 18U program is run by our Area 10V. The games are played in the San Fernando Valley.
Season Length | The season runs from September until the middle of November. Some travel is required as games are played throughout the San Fernando Valley. |
Time Commitment | Practice approximately 60 minutes twice a week normally in the evening with lighted fields. Games are played Saturday along with a few Sunday Games. 16U play 35 minute halves and 19U play 40 minute halves. |
Equipment | Each player will be given a uniform which consists of a jerseys, 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 be Safe Haven Certified. Coach - Advanced Certification, Safe Haven Cert., CDC Concussion Awareness Cert., Sudden Cardiac Arrest Cert, Live Scan, and Safe Sport Cert. Referee - Advanced Certification |
Game Format | The game is played on a regulation sized field 11 vs. 11 under modified FIFA rules. Game is played with free substitution and all players will play a minimum of half the game. |
Team Formation | The teams are formed with a draft that normally occurs in July. Coaches are provided player ratings which can be used for player selection. At the end of the season coaches submit player ratings. |