My child has never played soccer. Where do I start? How do I sign my child up?
BCF offers many different options and programs to suit your child’s soccer needs, especially first-timers! Here is a quick step-by step-guide to help you get started. We hope to assist you through the registration process so your child is soon on the soccer field meeting new friends and having a healthy, fun time!
Here are some important questions to get you moving in the right direction:
1) What is the birth date of your child?
The birth date will determine the age level your child is eligible to play. Kids are grouped first by age rather than school grade. Check the chart below to see what age level your child fits into.
FAQ regarding Age Groups:
a) What is the "U" in U5, U6, U7, U8, etc. The "U" stands for "under" as in Under 8 years old prior to the start of the season.
b) Can my child "play up" an age group? At U5-U10 a child may play up an age group as appropriate. However, as per the rules of our governing association, Colorado Youth Soccer Association, a U10 child may not "play up" to U11 (Competitive) unless s/he is age-appropriate according to the birth chart below or going into 5th grade with school documentation. A U11-U17 player may "play up" as appropriate.
Fall 2010/Spring2011 - Age Chart
Birthdate
Age Group
8/1/05
7/31/06
U5
8/1/04
7/31/05
U6
8/1/03
7/31/04
U7
8/1/02
7/31/03
U8
8/1/01
7/31/02
U9
8/1/00
7/31/01
U10
8/1/99
7/31/00
U11
8/1/98
7/31/99
U12
8/1/97
7/31/98
U13
8/1/96
7/31/97
U14
2) What is the gender of your child?
At U5 through U8, teams are co-ed. At U9-U18 teams are either boys or girls.
3) My child has never played soccer. Is there an appropriate level for him or her?
Absolutely. See below.
4) What levels of soccer does the Boulder County Force Soccer Club offer?
For U5-U8 there is recreational league soccer. U9 and U10 play recreational or in our Developmental Academy (our pre-competitive training program). U11-U14 ages can continue with recreational soccer or attend tryouts for player placement in the competitive program. Here is a quick overview of each level:
Developmental Academy: Boulder County Force professional staff trainers 2 times a week, volunteer team coach, 2-3 practices a week, local league games, 0-2 tournaments a year, preparation for competitive soccer. Players sign up as groups or individuals and there are no tryouts.
Recreational: Teams are coached by volunteers (usually a parent of a player on the team), practice 1-2 times a week, local league games, 0-1 tournaments a year. Players sign up as groups or individuals and there are no tryouts.
Competitive: Boulder County Force hired coaches, 2-3 practices a week, state league, 0-4 tournaments annually- may include out of state travel. Motivated players have the opportunity to participate in ODP (Olympic Development Program) and other training partnerships with many players continuing on to play high school level soccer and beyond. Teams are formed based on annual tryouts.
5) Do you offer scholarships or financial assistance?
Yes. Click here for more information about financial assistance.
6) Is the Boulder County Force Soccer Club right for my child?
values of the Boulder County Force Soccer Club, speak with our staff coaches and administrators, inquire with BC Force parents, and especially ask our players about their experience with the Club.
Please explore the rest of the Boulder County Force Soccer Club website. You will find a wealth of information. Feel free to call us at (303) 443-8877 or stop by our office at 2769 Iris Ave, Suite #115 Boulder, CO 80304. We are happy to assist you!
