Fall Soccer Q + A

What does the WAC do?
What Equipment Do I need?
Is Jewelry Allowed on the Field?
Ok. I know Jewelry isn't allowed but can you make an exception for my daughter (or son)?
When does the season start?
How long does the season last?
How do I determine my child's age level?
Do you hold tryouts?
How much playing time will my child get?
How do I volunteer to be a coach?
How do I volunteer to be a referee?
Does WAC offer Indoor Soccer?

What does the WAC do?

The Weare Athletic Club is a non-profit organization that organizes a week-long MLS Soccer Camp in the summer, and a Fall Soccer program for children in Grades K-8. We do not organize the Weare Middle School teams. See the About The WAC page for information about the club and how you can help.
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What Equipment Do I need?

We will provide a Soccer Jersey/T-Shirt, Balls cones etc. Your child will need:

Sneakers or cleats. (Cleats are preferred for 3rd Grade on up).

Shorts (some age groups may be provided with shorts)

Shin Guards are also required for all age groups.

If you don't think your child will need shin guards, ask your child to kick you in the shin as hard as he/she can (like he/she might attempt to kick a soccer ball). Hopefully the feeling you get will convince you.

Is Jewelry Allowed on the Field?

No Jewelry is allowed, period. This is a league insurance rule. Medic Alert "Bracelets" are allowed, but must be securely taped. Recent ear piercings are by far the biggest issue. If you are going to pierce something make sure it is done well before the season begins. No - you can't tape the earrings, No - "safety" earrings are not allowed either.
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Ok. I know Jewelry isn't allowed but can you make an exception for my daughter (or son)?

We are sorry but no exceptions can be made, it is a league insurance rule. No - you can't tape the earrings, No - "safety" earrings are not allowed either.
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When does the season start?

Practices generally start during the third or fourth week of August. Grade 5-8 games begin starting the Tuesday after Labor Day,and Grade K-4 teams usually start on the Saturday after Labor Day.
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How long does the season last?

Grade 5-8 teams in the MVSL generally finish their season by the third week in October. Grade 3-4 teams in the MVSL and Grades K-2 in the WAC usually finish by the second or third week in October. There are generally no MVSL games (Well 2009 is an exception due to Labor day starting so late) on Columbus day weekend.
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How do I determine my child's age level?

Your child's soccer level is determined by his or her school grade at the start of school in the Fall.
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Do you hold tryouts?

The Weare Athletic Club is primarily a recreational organization, so there are no tryouts. Every player who signs up is placed on a team. We may, however, use evaluations to ensure that our teams are evenly matched.
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How much playing time will my child get?

The Weare Athletic Club is a recreational program, and all players are expected to received equal playing time.
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How do I volunteer to be a coach?

The Weare Athletic Club is always looking for volunteers to coach our kids. Please contact Ariana Roy - wacsoccer@gmail.com, the soccer director, for more information.
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How do I volunteer to be a referee?

The Weare Athletic Club is always looking for volunteers to referee soccer games. Please contact Ariana Roy - wacsoccer@gmail.com, the soccer director, for more information.
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Indoor Soccer

The Weare Athletic Club does not currently run an indoor soccer program, however there are coaches from Weare that coach indoor teams on their own. Anyone who is interested in playing indoor soccer has the option of trying to join an existing team, signing up on a 'House Team', or starting a team of their own. Indoor soccer facilities in the area include Field House Sports in Bow, and NH Sportsplex (formerly Rising Stars) in Bedford.

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