The Mayor and Detroit Pal Present: “GOAL Detroit 2015 Spring Soccer League” Important Questions and Things to Know 1. What is it and who is involved? GOAL Detroit is an opportunity for our youth to learn how to play the great sport of soccer Build Character Get Fitness and Exercise Enjoy the outdoors Learn Teamwork Have Fun GOAL Detroit is brought to you by Detroit PAL and the Detroit Mayor’s office and is offered to Detroit Elementary schools who are interested in participating. OPENING DAY IS SATURDAY, April 25th and the season will run through May 30th. 2. What we will be providing Half the cost of registration fees Uniforms (Jersey, Shorts & Socks) Shin Guards Equipment – New schools only (balls, bags & cones) $250 Stipend for coach Referees Transportation Coaches Training Player Clinic Game Day Playing Fields, Soccer goals & Maintenance Awards and Trophies 3. What schools need to provide Team Manager to serve as a contact person (this can also be the coach) Practice Space Coach (this can also be the team manager) Registration Fee for team (The Mayor’s Office pays half of the registration fee!) st nd $250 for 1 & 2 Grade teams – You only pay $125 rd th $350 for 3 & 4 Grade teams – You only pay $175 th $350 for 5 Grade teams – You only pay $175 4. How do I register? Register by contacting Detroit PAL Office at (313) 833-1600, Monday – Friday from 10am to 6pm or email Shay Lewis at [email protected] 5. What else does the child need to play soccer?  Soccer Cleats are optional; however, players have better traction on the field. If you purchase cleats, THEY MUST BE SOCCER CLEATS not baseball or football cleats. 6. Team Structure and number of games per team st nd 1 & 2 grade teams combined play 7 v 7 with 6 games and no play-offs (maximum 14 players) rd th 3 & 4 grade teams combined play 8 v 8 with 5 games plus play-offs (maximum 16 players) th 5 grade teams play 8 v 8 with 5 games plus play-offs (maximum 16 players) 7. When & where will games and practices be held? ALL GAMES will be played on Saturdays at O’Hare or Patton Park. The number of practices per week will be determined by your coach and practices will be at your school. 8. Is there a way that I can help the league improve and grow? Volunteers are vital for a smooth running league. You can assist as a coach, team manager, or event assistant. Questions? Call Shay Lewis at (313) 833-1600 ext. 211 or [email protected]