Team Formation
Returning teams are formed by first placing all
the players back to their previous team as requested. Players who
want a new team are placed into the player pool to be drafted to a
new team.
Non Consecutive players are placed into the
player pool until a determination is made that there is room
available (roster size for all teams in the divisions is considered
before a decisions is made to return the non consecutive player as
requested) on their previous team.
All players who are new are placed into the
player pool.
A count is taken of all players and the number
of teams. If there are not enough teams to accommodate all of the
players, then a new coach is sought out and a new team is formed.
If there are more teams (with coaches) and not enough players, then
the team with the least amount of returning players is disbanded.
Players are placed onto teams randomly. The
only considerations are special requests and a players location.
The players neighborhood school is used for location purposes only.
The location of the coaches neighborhood school is used as the area
for the team. It does not means that the team practices there and that
all of the players are from the same area. There are many other
location variables. Keep in mind that when the teams are older
there are fewer teams and fewer options.
PASO does not guarantee that a player will be
placed on a team that is the closest to his home.
Team Disbandment
All teams are held over from season to season
until a determination is made if there are enough players to fill
the team. If there are not enough players to fill all of the teams,
the team with the least amount of players will be disbanded first.
An exception may be made if the team does not have a coach. Players
will not be notified if the team is disbanded. The players from the
disbanded teams will be placed into the player pool and will be
drawn to another team. Only the coach will be notified of a team
disbandment.
Playing In Other Age Groups
Players are allowed to 'play up' an age group
by special request. This request must be specifically made at the
time of registration. A request to play up more than 1 year is
reviewed directly by the league commissioner and may be approved or
not, only in very limited circumstances.
Players are only allowed to 'play down' in
limited circumstances with the approval of the North Texas State
Soccer Association. A request to 'play down' should be made to the
PASO office a least 3 weeks prior to the last day of registration.
Any request after this day may not be approved in time for the
upcoming season. Parents must submit a written request to the PASO
Registrar,
registrar@prospersoccer.org, and a note from the players
doctor stating the players medical status. PASO will seek the final
approval from NTSSA.
All requests to play outside of a players
default age group must be made specifically at the time of
registration. All requests must be approved by PASO and are not
guaranteed.
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Skipped A Season
A player who skips no more than 1 season, may
make a request to return to the same team. That player is
considered a non consecutive player if the PASO records indicate
that the player: a) skipped no more than 1 season b) was on the
same team he/she is requesting to return. If the player is found
not to be a non consecutive player, the player will then be placed
into the player pool in his/her age group.
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PASO Boundaries
The boundaries of PASO are the Prosper ISD and the city of Prosper. Players
must reside within those boundaries to register with PASO without a
release. Any city, such as Celina, that does not have a soccer
association can play with PASO without a release (some exceptions
may apply). Email
registrar@prospersoccer.org
for more information.
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Releases
Players who reside outside of PASO but want to
register here, must request a release from the home association from
where they reside. PASO will not complete a registration for
players who require a release form without the signed form from
their home association. Some associations may charge a fee for the
release.
Players who reside within the PASO boundaries
who wish to play under another association may request a release
from PASO. Please contact
registrar@prospersoccer.org for
more information (972-562-0684)
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Fees
See fee schedule at the registration page.
Fees cover registration only. Players must provide their own
equipment. Not all teams have sponsors. You may incur additional
fees for uniforms.
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Financial Assistance
Financial assistance for registration fees is
available. An application must be completed for each player. PASO
will not refund any fees that have already been paid on behalf of a
player. To be considered for financial assistance, you must specify
this on the registration form.
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Refund Policy
Only players for whom PASO cannot provide a
team, on which a child can play, will be refunded registration and
late fees (with the exception of any online transaction fee). ALL
other refunds will be minus a $25 administrative processing fee.
Otherwise, the following guidelines will apply:
No refunds will be given to a player after
he/she has participated in a team practice and/or any games.
If the family discount was applied it will be
deducted from the refund as applicable.
Late fees are not refundable.
Online transaction fees are never refundable.
To be considered for a refund:
All requests for refunds must be received in
writing by the PASO office. Email
registrar@prospersoccer.org for
refund form. (Can be done via email)
All refund checks will be issued no earlier
than the third week after opening day.
If payment has been to PASO with a credit card
a credit will be issued back to the card used.
All requests for refunds must be initiated by
the parent or player in writing and forwarded to the PASO office,
using the Refund Request form. A coach may report a withdrawal of a
player but may not request a refund on behalf of the player.
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Celina Players
Players who wish to be on a Prosper team must
register directly with the PASO association. Players who wish to be
on a Celina team must register with Frisco Soccer Association. (U6
Celina teams may register directly with Prosper)
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Coaching
PASO is a volunteer organization that depends
on volunteer parent coaches. The more coaches there are, the more
children that can participate. Consider coaching! If there are not
enough coaches then the number of teams decreases and the number of
players who can participate decreases.
If you plan on being at your child's practices
and games, then you can coach. Coaches set the practice times,
dates, locations so they may have practice when it is convenient. A
background check is required once per soccer year. Once we have you
signed up as a coach PASO will contact you about this document. A
coaches licensing clinic is required and must be attended within the
soccer year.
If you would like to coach, please note your
interest on your child's registration form. It is always best to
contact the commissioner of your child's division direct (see PASO
Board List). If you are making a request after you have registered
your child you must contact the PASO office so the player file can
be updated.
Coaches are required to give players rest
periods during practices so children may get water.
All volunteers must complete a background
check. Do not make any request on this form, as they are not
shared.
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Referees
It is the goal of PASO to provide a referee
for every game. Referees are licensed by USSF/NTSSA and in many
cases are Prosper's area youth. Be respectful and do not openly
question an officials judgment and honesty. Verbal abuse of a
referee from parents, coaches, and players is strictly prohibited
and will not be tolerated. An offense can result in a suspension
from the league.
For more information regarding referee's please
visit
Referee page.
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Uniform and Equipment
Players must provide their own equipment.
Shin guards, cleats, etc. See Parents page for more information.
PASO does not allow the use of shoes with metal
cleats or a toe cleat (like a baseball/football) shoe. Players must
wear shin guards during the games and practices and must bring a
water bottle as well. It is recommended that parents or coaches purchase an
inexpensive spray bottle to mist their players during breaks.
Although many teams have sponsors, it is
possible that uniform fees may be incurred. The coach of the team
will inform you on what he/she has selected for the team. Uniform
fees can vary.
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Awards
Players in the U9 and under division will
receive a participation award.
Players in the U10 division who do not receive
a place award, will receive a participation award.
Players in the U11 and U12 division who qualify
will receive place awards (according to PASO standings and bylaws).
The U12 'bracket' is broken into two leagues for trophies and
placement, the U11 and U12 age pure teams will each be awarded place
trophies according to standings.
Teams that participate in a playing league
other than PASO, are subject to the award rules within the league in
which the team participates.
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Practice and Games
Practice days, times, and locations are set by
the coach of the team. PASO does not regulate when or where the
team will practice. Be prepared for practice any day of the week.
NOTE: Any conflicts with practice times should
be resolved with the coach of the team to which the player has been
assigned. At the time of team formation, all teams are filled and
rosters are set, players will not be swapped or traded.
Games:
All teams will be scheduled for 10 games. Most
games will be scheduled on Saturdays but you may expect 2-4 weekday
games during the season. Games may also be scheduled on Sundays if
necessary. Games may be played at Warren Sports Complex, Pizza Hut
Park , Bahcuss Park, Rucker Elementary, and Old Celina Park.
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Playing Time
PASO required that all players play 50% of each
game. Coaches may reduce playing time in divisions U12 and over
(under strict guidelines) for disciplinary reasons.
The league commissioner will investigate all
reports of reduced playing time.
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When Will The Coach Call ?
You can expect a call from the coach of your
child's team approximately 3 weeks prior to opening day. Be
prepared with the players equipment prior to that time. Please
contact the office if you have not heard from the coach by that
time.
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Rules and Bylaws
Rules and By-laws are voted on at the PASO
annual general meeting that is held in March.
Upon registering with PASO, all members agree
to adhere to the Rules and Bylaws set forth by PASO, NTSSA, USYSA,
USSF, FIFA and FSA.
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Earrings, Casts, Watches, etc.
A player must not use equipment or wear
anything that is dangerous to himself or another player (including
any kind of jewelry). This includes, but is not limited to,
earrings of any kind, bracelets, watches, necklaces, hair
decorations, etc. Players will not be allowed to participate in the
game until the item has been removed.
Casts may be allowed if properly padded. This
decision is made at the field by the referee of the players game.
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