Still have some Questions?
Not to worry, we’ve been doing this for a while and have heard just about all of them. Before you go to the trouble of emailing us, please take a moment to see if the answer may already be posted below. If you’re still a little fuzzy on the answer or your question is not addressed below, shoot us an email at info@oldsmarsoccer.com and we’ll be glad to help you any way we can!
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AGE GROUPS
Q1. How do I determine what age group my child plays in?
A1. We use the United States Youth Soccer Associations standards. It’s based on the child’s age on August 1. This means if the child is 8 on August 1 they will be consider a U9 (Under 9) player. If they are 8 on August 1, they are considered a U10 (Under 10) player.
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Q2. My child is a U9 Player due to her age but I don’t see that age group in the on-line registration. What group does she play with?
A2. We round up our age groups to the even numbered ages (U9 plays in U10, U11 plays in U12 and so on). This allows us to create more teams for bracket play.
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COACHING/TRAINING
Q1. What type of training will my child receive?
A1. Our Spring Program is mainly just kids getting together and playing games. Unlike the Fall Recreational Program that is more instructional with regular practice, the Spring Program is more about playing games.
Q2. How often will they practice?
A2. There will be 1 week available to the teams for practice sessions. After that they will be playing twice a week and will not have any more practice sessions.
Q3. When will I know the practice schedule for my childs team?
A3. All the week 1 practice sessions will be communicated to each childs parents or guardian after the teams are formed in early March 2011 by either the coach or their designee.
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FEES
Q1. How much does Recreational soccer cost?
A1. The cost of the Spring Program is $60 for early registrations (Prior to January 31, 2011) and $70 for standar registrations (February 1st 2011 and beyond). There is also a refundable $20 Volunteer Fee payable at the time you register.
Q3. Why is there a Volunteer Fee?
A3. OSC is a not for profit orginization that depends on it’s members for help when it comes to game days and other events throughout the season. The Volunteer Fee does one of two things; For those that don’t wish to volunteer but rather donate their fee to the club, it helps the club buy needed equiptment and supplies to keep things running. For those that prefer to help out with their time and like the idea of holding on to their money, it motivates some to donate their "sweat" instead of their "green". This type of "donation" is just as welcomed and needed as the other and allows our parents to meet each other and makes the day more about family than just going to watch a soccer game for an hour and than leave. We love our volunteers and would be lost without them!
Q4. When will I get my Volunteer Fee refunded?
A4. After you have worked the required 2 hours in some capacity, the Volunteer Coodinator will instruct the Treasurer to refund the fee back to you. If you paid on-line via credit card, we will refund the funds back to the original card. If you paid with cash or check, we will write you a check.
Q5. What do I get for my registration fee?
A5. Fees include the cost of registering with state and national governing bodies, participation t-shirt, as well as all the other associated cost (referee fees, field expenses, administrative fees, etc.).
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FIELDS
Q1. Where do the games get played?
A1. All of our games take place at Canal Park, 3120 Tampa Road, Oldsmar Fl 34677.
Q2. Where do we practice?
A2. All teams will be assigned practice space at Canal Park, 3120 Tampa Road, Oldsmar Fl 34677, during the week 1 practice session.
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REC CARDS
Q1. Why do I need to get a City of Oldsmar Rec Card?
A1. OSC’s agreement with the City of Oldsmar is that they will allow us maximum use of Canal Park as long as ALL our participants are registered Recreation Card holders. This is how we pay the city for the use of the parks. Without this agreement OYSA would have to pay a much higher amount and would reduce our ability to have the type of access to Canal Park that the city affords us now.
Q2. Do I need to get a Year long Rec card or the 6 month card?
A2. That depends. There is a savings to non-residents that also play in our Spring Program if they purchase the 1 Year card but if you only play in the Fall you are only required to purchase the 6 month card.
Q3. Are there any discounts available on the Rec Cards?
A3. Actually there are! If you have a rec card from Clearwater, Dunedin, Largo, Tarpon Springs, St Pete you can bring that into any Ciy of Oldsmar office and get a 1 year Rec Card for $50.
Q4. I live in Safety Harbor and heard that I don’t have to pay for a card, is that true?
A4. It couldn’t be more true. The City of Oldsmar and the City of Safety Harbor have a recipricol program that allows residents of both city to enjoy the others programs at the same cost.
Q5. What if I don’t have a Rec Card? Can my child still play?
A5. Unfortunatly, no. It is a requirement for all new registrations that you must obtain you City of Oldsmar Rec Card PRIOR to enrollment in any of our programs.
Q6. How do I get a Rec Card?
A6. Just stop by one of the city’s 4 locations listed on their website (click here for locations)
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REGISTRATION
Q1. When does registration begin?
A1. We have open Early On-Line Registration already. You can get a $10 discount if you register by January 31, 2011. After January 31st we will raise the fees to the standars $70 fee. We will also have In-Person dates list on this site as well as our Facebook page.
Q2. How much does Spring soccer cost?
A2. The cost of the Spring Program is $60 for early registrations (Prior to January 31, 2011) and $70 for standar registrations (February 1st 2011 and beyond). There is also a refundable $20 Volunteer Fee payable at the time you register.
Q3. Do I have to use a credit card to register?
A3. No, but our on-line registration process only accepts credit cards and checks. If you prefer to pay by cash you will need to attend one of our in-person dates.
Q4. Can I use a credit card at the in-person locations?
A4. We are working on a process and hope to have it available. As of right now, No.
Q5. I went on-line to register but it wouldn’t let me continue without a Rec Card number, now what?
A5. You’ll need to visit one of the 4 locations in Oldsmar that sells the City of Oldsmar Rec Cards (click here for locations). You can go back on-line and pick up the process where you left off.
Q6. Can I use a credit card to pay for registration?
A6. You can only use a credit card for payment if you register on-line.
Q7. Why can’t I use a credit card at the In-Person registration sessions?
A7. We do not have the ability to process credit card transaction at the in-person locations/dates right now but are working towards being able to do it soon.
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VOLUNTEERING
Q1. Why is there a Volunteer Fee?
A1. OSC is a not for profit orginization that depends on it’s members for help when it comes to game days and other events throughout the season. The Volunteer Fee does one of two things; For those that don’t wish to volunteer but rather donate their fee to the club, it helps the club buy needed equiptment and supplies to keep things running. For those that prefer to help out with their time and like the idea of holding on to their money, it motivates some to donate their "sweat" instead of their "green". This type of "donation" is just as welcomed and needed as the other and allows our parents to meet each other and makes the day more about family than just going to watch a soccer game for an hour and than leave. We love our volunteers and would be lost without them!
Q2. When will I get my Volunteer Fee refunded?
A2. After you have worked the required 2 hours in some capacity, the Volunteer Coodinator will instruct the Treasurer to refund the fee back to you. If you paid on-line via credit card, we will refund the funds back to the original card. If you paid with cash or check, we will write you a check.
Q3. Do I have to pay $20 for each child?
A3. For the Spring Program, we charge $20 per family. That means if you have 2 or more children in the program you will only be charged 1 volunteer fee (yes-it’s different than the Fall Program).
Q4. Do I get a partial refund if I work some of the volunteer time but not all?
A4. No. You are required to work all the time or you forefiet the Volunteer Fee in full.
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