High level
$140/ player
Our Advanced Soccer program was created as an alternative for players who want to remain in recreational soccer but play at a higher level of skill and competition.
Price varies with age
Most popular
$65-100/ player
Recreational soccer is for players of all abilities and teaches children the fun of competitive sports. All participants are welcomed and are provided equal playing opportunities.
Competitive
$160/ player
A competitive training and match environment for players between the ages of 8 and 19 who meet minimum standards as set by our director of coaching and coaching staff.
The playing brackets for Rec Soccer are broken down as U4, U5, U6, U8, U10, U12, U13, U16. Each SYAA Rec Soccer year has a Spring and Fall season
The age bracket for a child is determined by their age as of January 1st of the current year. Note that the format “U followed by age” really means “under or younger” than that age. For example, U8 means “7 and younger”.
SYAA has always prided itself on offering a fun and safe soccer program for children, ages 3 to 15. All our teams are focused on enjoying soccer and teaching the basics of the game. We offer small-sided games, designed to allow all players to have equal participation, regardless of ability or experience. Players will learn ball-handling skills and teamwork. SYAA Soccer prioritizes developing players who respect themselves, their teammates, their opponents, the officials, and the game.
Rec soccer games are held on Saturdays, and all players will receive equal playing time regardless of skill level and experience.
Recreational Soccer RulesOur Advanced Soccer program was created as an alternative for players who want to remain in recreational soccer but play at a higher level of competition. Advanced soccer provides a player a good first competitive challenge and provides the player the opportunity to develop his/her soccer skills.
Advanced soccer teams play their games on Saturdays.
SYAA Soccer league is also a member of the Tidewater Advanced Soccer League Incorporated and Interleague (TASLI). TASLI clubs compete against other clubs from the Tidewater area and teams from northeast North Carolina. TASL has its own website where the schedules and updates will be posted. Managers and parents should use the TASL website to get the most up-to-date information on their games.
TASL WebsiteThe Select Travel program offers a competitive training and match environment for players between the ages of 8 and 19 who meet minimum standards as set by our director of coaching and coaching staff. Select Travel is the highest level of play that SYAA offers. Players who are willing to commit a significant amount of time and energy to the program are selected through an annual tryout process and placed accordingly. SYAA Select Travel teams play games under the United States Soccer Association (USA Soccer) and must be officially rostered and carded. The Select Travel matches are scheduled by either the Club Champions League (CCL) or Virginia Premier Soccer League (VPSL). Please see their website for more information and game schedules.
VPSL WebsiteCCL WebsiteTOPSoccer is SYAA’s program for athletes with special needs. This program provides young people with physical or cognitive disabilities a place where they can be a part of a real sports team, complete with practices, games, uniforms, and end of season trophies. SYAA provides this program at no cost to the athlete’s family. TOPSoccer is a VYSA initiative.
We need more volunteers to ensure this program is at its best. We are looking for team managers, head coaches, assistant coaches and player “buddies”. Each buddy assists a designated player during practices and games by providing instruction, encouragement, and camaraderie. This program is also a great opportunity to earn volunteer hours.
If you are interested in helping, or would like additional information, please contact Derk Gregory.
Contact Derk GregoryWe are proud to announce the kick off of our new Adult League.
This league will be played on Saturday evenings between 5:30 and 6:30 depending on how many signups we get.
Contact our Director of Coaching for more information.
Q:When will my recreational soccer coach contact me about the practice schedule?
A:You can expect your coach to contact you about two weeks prior to the start of the season
Q:What will the soccer schedule be? What days will my child's team practice?
A:Your child will have soccer games on Saturdays at SYAA. We do not have any away games. Practice schedule will be set up by the coach and will be at least one day a week (depending on age group) in the evening.
Q:What equipment will my child need for the soccer season?
A:Your child will need shin guards, soccer cleats, an appropriate size soccer ball, and soccer socks. SYAA will provide your soccer uniform for the game day.
Q:How will I know if practice or a game has been cancelled?
A:You should receive an email about any cancellations. Please check your junk mail to ensure that you have not received an email. We try to get any cancellations out as early as possible.
Q:Can I request a specific coach?
A:Yes, you can request a specific coach and we will do our best to accomodate any requests. The request will depend on how many people have already requested a specific coach. Please keep in mind that with any requests, we do not want to stack teams unfairly as we are trying to provide a fun and competitive environment for your children.