Frequently Asked Questions

The following are among the most asked questions from parents new to the Ajax United Soccer Club. If you have any questions that are not listed here, please e-mail us and your question may be added to the list to assist others.

• What age do children begin playing at?
• What is included in the Registration fee?
• What type of equipment do I need to buy?
• How long is the season?
• Where will the games be held?
• How often will practices be held?
• What type of experience will the coach have?
• When are games played?
• How will I know what team my child is on?
  

QWhat age do children begin playing at?

AChildren in the AUSC can play from the U4 level (The child must be turning four between Jan. 1 and Dec. 31 of that year.) all the way up to the U-18 level.9

All players must play within their appropriate age level. In some cases, players have the option of playing up a level, but under no circumstances is an older player to play on a younger team.

QWhat is included in the Registration fee?

AAll player will receive a jersey, shorts, socks, ball, photograph and a trophy.

QWhat type of equipment do I need to buy?

AShinpads and soccer shoes are not included in the registration fee. Shinpads are a mandatory piece of equipment. Soccer shoes are used by all players but are not mandatory.

QHow long is the season?

AOur season runs from June to September.

QWhere will the games be held?

AAll micro, mini and houseleague games are held on various fields in Ajax. Competitive teams will play their home games in Ajax but their away game will depend on the teams in their league.

QHow often will practices be held?

APractice are normally held once per week, but players playing at higher levels should expect to be practicing more often.

QWhat type of experience will the coach have?

AAll AUSC coaches are volunteers and have varying levels of experience. The AUSC has a very specific code of conduct, by which all Coaches are expected to abide. All the Coaches take part in training to upgrade their coaching skills which are offered by the clubs Head Coach. Coaches have the opportunity to achieve certification in Levels I,2 and 3.

QWhen are games played?

AGames are played once per week from Monday to Friday. Schedules will be posted once teams are finalized.

QHow will I know what team my child is on?

AParents should receive a call from the coach in May. If you do not receive a call from the coach, please contact us stating your child's name and date of birth, at (905) 683-0351