PPSA Frequently Asked Questions
May I bring my pet dog?
No, anyone bringing a pet dog will be asked to leave.
Where do we watch the games from?
The side of the field opposite from the players / coaches side. Fans are asked NOT to watch from the ends of the fields.
What equipment is required?
Players must have soccer cleats, football and baseball cleats are NOT acceptable. Soccer cleats do not have a center cleat at the toe.
Appropriately sized shin guards
Soccer Ball – usually supplied by the coaches
#3 ball is to be used by Grades 1-2
#4 ball is to be used by grades 3-6
#5 ball is to be used by grades 7-8
My Child is old for his / her grade, which league should he/she play in?
If a player is older than the maximum age for their division, a s of August 1st, they will be required to play in the next division. If the player in question is in 7th or 8th grade, the Peoria Parochial Soccer Association Board of Directors will render a decision on the player’s eligibility.
Maximum ages by division:
1st/2nd Co-ed 9 years old
3rd/4th Grades 11 years old
5th/6th 13 years old
7th/8th 15 years old
If our school has 2 teams, can a player from “team a” fill in for a player on “team B”?
No, a player must only play for 1 team, no exceptions
Can my child play in a different age division?
Players may play up in age, but not down. This may be desirable if, in the opinion of the coordinator, the player’s skill level is advanced for his / her age. It may also be done for the purpose of meeting the minimum number of players required per team. Any movement of a player to a higher division requires the approval of the school or Parish coordinator.
My child has never played soccer before, how much play time will he / she get?
Each player that is on the roster and dressed and ready to play must play the equivalent of at least 2 full quarters in every regular season and tournament game, unless under disciplinary action, or where illness, injury, or physical limitations prevent the player from participating in the equivalent of 2 full quarters.
What weather conditions are acceptable?
Games will be played in any weather, with the exception of nearby lightning strikes. The referee is the final word on whether a game is called because of weather.
Will cancelled games be rescheduled?
The Peoria Parochial Soccer Association will not reschedule cancelled or incomplete league games. The team leading at the end of an incomplete game will be considered the winner.
When do schedules come out?
Final schedules will be out in the middle of July.
Tournament schedules are posted at the end of the regular season.
What can I do to help the Peoria Parochial Soccer Association?
Help and support your school's coaches and coordinators.
Volunteer to coach or referee.
Is there food available?
There is a concession stand with drinks and snacks.
What are the quarter times?
1-4 Grades Quarters are 10 minutes each, 5-8th are 12 Min each.