U12

U12 Program

The Spring program runs for eight week from April-June and the fall program run for ten weeks from August-October. 12U teams participate weekly training sessions and all games are on Saturdays. In the spring the teams are typically all Co-Ed and in the fall the teams are gender specific. There is 1-hour weekly training session on weekdays twice a week. Games in the 12U program are officiated under FIFA Laws of the Game with approved youth modifications for small sided games and substitution policies.

The last two weeks of our spring and fall sessions are scheduled for League Playoffs. All parents are strongly encouraged to support all the players on their child's team by planning their schedule to allow their child to participate and contribute to their team during the League Playoffs

Players are placed on teams of up to 12 players. 12U teams compete with nine players, one of which is a goalkeeper. Each player plays at least half of every game. Players receive a uniform consisting of a numbered jersey, shorts and socks. Players must wear shin guards and shoes and soccer cleats are recommended.

12U Teams requires a parent volunteer for each assignment of Team Coach and Assistant Coach.

An annual AYSO Volunteer application and one-time Safe Haven Certification, concussion training and Sudden Cardiac Arrest is required for all Sycamore AYSO Volunteers. Sycamore AYSO 12U Team Coaches and Assistant Coaches must also complete a 12U Coach Course.