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Classes are coming up in Spring and Summer. Write to secretary1@livermorerefs.org to get in the list to get more information as it becomes available.

 

Referees are one of the key components to the game. They help ensure a fair and safe environment for the players, coaches, and spectators. The Livermore Referee Association has a monthly newsletters, monthly meetings, mentoring, and support for the development of all of the LRA referees. LRA is widely renowned for its quality organization. In Northern California, a majority of the District III and State Referees of the Year were from LRA. That is a huge honor and testament to the LRA organization. JOIN US! LRA web site: http://www.livermorerefs.org/

The next generation referee is YOU!

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Benefits of becoming a referee include:

Fulfillment

• A rewarding service for the kids and community

• Help keep the game safe, fun and fair

• Become a better coach, player and spectator

• Personal accomplishment (great reference for college, scholarship or job)

Fitness

• Helps you get and stay fit

• Improve decision-making and self-control

• Ref matches appropriate for your fitness level

Fun

• Better appreciation of the world's game

• Experience the game from the best seat in the house

• Enjoy support and teamwork with fellow referees

Flexibility

• Work at a pace and level that is comfortable for you

• Schedule matches to fit your schedules

• Earn extra fun money

• Great part-time job for teens

Livermore Referee Association website is http://www.livermorerefs.org/

CONTACT: LRA Secretary, Tim Sheppod at secretary1@livermorerefs.org or call David Bunch, LRA President at 925-455-1214

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Online registration is now closed; only registration by Registrar's porch (as per instructions below). Additionally, the registration financial aid application deadline has passed.  No further applications for 2008 registration financial aid will be accepted.

FINANCE NOTICE - FINANCIAL AID DEADLINE MAY 1ST; APPLICATIONS WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED FOR CONSIDERATION AFTER THIS DATE.

2008 Registration Financial Aid - As described in the spring newsletter, the application period for registration financial aid closed May 1. Letters to all applicants who had submitted registration financial aid applications through May 1^st  were mailed out May 3^rd  to provide notice of the equal share amount the league was able to award towards their child?s 2008 registration fees and the balance due that must be paid prior to May 31. All financial aid applicants should return the amount due as soon as possible to complete the registration of their player

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General Registration Information:

Cost: $115 for U5-U8 players; $130 for U9-U19 players

• Last day to register online is May 1, 2008

• Last day to register by paper without a late fee is May 31, 2008

• Requests for refunds must be in writing and received by the league no later than Aug 31, 2008 to be considered. [click here for details and forms] NOTE: As of 4/23/08, the board has set the non-refundable portion of the fees at $30 handling fee.

• Beginning June 1, 2008, new players will be placed on the waiting list.

NEW players must supply a copy of the player's legal passport or certified birth certificate (not a hospital or baptism record) if not already on record. [New players are required to provide a copy of their birth certification or Passport to be kept on file with LYSL. Players that made a high comp team will be asked for another copy of their birth certificate by their coach once the teams are formed.]

If you do not have a copy of legal passport of certified birth certificate, you can still register the player; however, before the player is placed on a team, the required passport/birth certificate must be supplied to the league.

All players U9-U19, provide a current headshot photo (1 inch by 1 inch) of the player for their required player pass.

All paperwork requires the signature of a parent or legal guardian.

Click here for CYSA Registration forms, include 1601

We accept payment in the form of cash, personal check, money orders, and cashier's checks. Personal check (no business checks) must be pre-printed with a residential address (no PO boxes) and numbered (no starter checks). Payment is made out to "LYSL". Credit card payments are accepted through the online option only.

NOTE: Uniforms are NOT part of the registration fees, nor are they included in the registration payment. Separate payment is made during Uniform Sale Days where uniforms can be purchases in person will be announced later in the year.

Prior to registering, read the F.A.Q. below. We invite you to learn everything possible to help make your experience more enjoyable.

Registration Methods:

REGISTER IN PERSON CLOSED Registration was held at Livermore High School Student Union 10am-4pm on Feb 2, 2008. Requests for refunds must be in writing and received by the league no later than Aug 31, 2008 to be considered. [click here for details and forms]

REGISTER BY ONLINE CLOSED Last day to register online is May 1, 2008 Things to note about using this online system: Online payment options are by check or credit card. There is a $3 fee when using credit cards to pay. This covers the league's expense for this benefit to the members. The uniform fields are not removable from the online form, so please ignore them. Uniforms are not ordered or paid for through online registration form. Requests for refunds must be in writing and received by the league no later than Aug 31, 2008 to be considered. [click here for details and forms]

REGISTER BY PAPER  NOW OPEN 5516 Oakmont Circle, Livermore Last day to register by paper without a late fee is May 25, 2008 To register by paper, follow these instructions. Pick up the forms from the registrar's porch at 5516 Oakmont Circle, Livermore. Note: This is a private residence, please do NOT knock on the door. Questions can be emailed or dropped off on the porch in a note. Complete the paperwork. Return the paperwork to the Registrar's porch at 5516 Oakmont Circle, Livermore or mail in to Registrar, PO Box 881, Livermore, CA 94551-0881 Requests for refunds must be in writing and received by the league no later than Aug 31, 2008 to be considered. [click here for details and forms] Note: The Registrar's house is a private residence, please NO knocking on the door. Questions can be emailed or dropped off on the porch in a note.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: HOW DO I START LEARNING ABOUT YOUTH SOCCER?

A: Before registering, please read up on the following general registration information: http://www.lysl.org/about.shtml#register.

Learn about our House (recreational) and High Comp programs prior to signing up to be make sure you have clear expectations.

"Welcome to Livermore Youth Soccer League" is a handout intended to get one familiar with youth soccer and the league's programs.

Websites that also give great information are United State Youth Soccer (USYS) and United States Soccer Federation (USSF). Your experience will be better when you take these extra steps to acquaint yourself with soccer, especially when its involved our youth.

Q: ONCE REGISTERED, IS THE PLAYER GUARANTEED A TEAM?

A: No. There are usually more than enough players to form a team. Sadly, there are not always enough coaches to create a real team that gets to play the season. Teams can not play without an adult coach to guide and manage the team. This where parents come in to step up and volunteer to coach. We offer free training and vast amounts of information and support. [go here for information on coaching]

Q: IS THERE A PLACE FOR A CHILD WITH SPECIAL NEEDS?

A: Yes. TOPSoccer is a community based training and team placement program for young athletes with special needs. These needs are because of a physical or mental disability that might discourage or preclude the child from participating in a sports program. TOPSoccer is classified as Division 5. This is a fantastic opportunity for players that are not able to participate in the other Divisions. [go here for full details]

Q: IS FINANCIAL AID AVAILABLE?

A: Yes, there is financial assistance available for registration fees. Check out the Finance page for policy information and application form and instructions. Note that financial aid does not cover expenses other than the registration fee for a player.

FINANCE NOTICE - FINANCIAL AID DEADLINE MAY 1ST; APPLICATIONS WILL NO LONGER BE ACCEPTED FOR CONSIDERATION AFTER THIS DATE.

2008 Registration Financial Aid - As described in the spring newsletter, the application period for registration financial aid closed May 1. Letters to all applicants who had submitted registration financial aid applications through May 1^st  were mailed out May 3^rd  to provide notice of the equal share amount the league was able to award towards their child?s 2008 registration fees and the balance due that must be paid prior to May 31. All financial aid applicants should return the amount due as soon as possible to complete the registration of their player

Q: HOW OLD DOES A PLAYER HAVE TO BE TO PARTICIPATE IN 2008?

A: The player has to be 4-18 years old on July 31, 2007. The chart below shows what age grouping your player would be in based on his/her month and year of birth.

Under 5 - Those who are 4 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 6 - Those who are 5 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 7 - Those who are 6 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 8 - Those who are 7 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 9 - Those who are 8 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 10 - Those who are 9 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 12 - Those who are 10 or 11 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 14 - Those who are 12 or 13 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 16 - Those who are 14 or 15 years old on July 31st on 2008.

Under 19 - Those who are 16, 17 or 18 years old on July 31st on 2008.

 

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