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faqs
How Do I Register? The easiest way to register is online by clicking the registration link on the ESC website. During the 3 posted Walk-In dates, you can also register at Soccer USA at 813 W. Danforth in Edmond.
How Much is Registration? Registration is $75 each season for Recreational players. Academy Registration is $125. A $10 late fee is added for late registrations. Competitive Registration is set by the Competitive League each season.
What Does my Registration Pay For? Registration pays for 8 Rec or Academy games and a limited group insurance premium.
Do I have to purchase anything else? How much, and, what does it include? Players must have an age-appropriate ball; wear shin guards and ESC uniform. These items may be purchased at Soccer USA or Athletic Village (U5-U6). Prices vary depending on the age of the player.
Where do I get the uniforms? Can we buy different uniforms? Rec Uniforms may be purchased at Soccer USA at 813 W. Danforth in Edmond. All ESC players must wear ESC uniforms.
How and When do I find out what team my child is on? Coaches receive their teams from the Age-Group coordinators at the Coaches Meeting. The will begin calling their players shortly thereafter, prior to the season start.
Can I coach? If so, what are the requirements? Are there coaching courses available? ESC frequently needs new coaches. Coaches must have a player currently registered in the club. Coaching education is offered weekly during the season by ESC’s Technical Directors of Instruction at the ESC Soccer Center. Youth Modules and Licensed coaching courses are offered by OSA periodically throughout the year.
Can I request to play with my child’s friends? Yes. Include your request on the registration form. There is no guarantee of specific team placement. Late registration limits the chance of receiving your request.
What is the Academy? How much does it cost? The ESC Academy Outdoor Program allows recreational players in the U7, U8, U9, and U10 age groups to practice and play with players of like ability. This program was put in place to allow players to be challenged according to their abilities and to help them develop as a soccer player. The registration fee is $125.
What is the Center of Excellence? How much does it cost? The COE is a training program offered by the Edmond Soccer Club to enhance the development of soccer skills in an environment that is both challenging and fun. The COE is also an opportunity for ESC members to become better soccer players through the direction of professional trainers.
Who are the board members? How do I become one? Board members are volunteer parents of players. Each season, ESC offers board positions open as terms of service are limited to two years. Click here to email the ESC President
Does the club have a main point of contact? The club Administrator is the main point of contact. Click here to email the ESC Administrator
Does the club need volunteers? ESC functions by employing volunteers. Teams need managers and fundraisers. The concession stand is staffed by volunteers. ESC hosts tournaments that are run by volunteers. ESC offers community service opportunities to those who need to satisfy court service obligations. Click here to email the ESC Administrator
How can I become a club Sponsor? Ask the club Administrator for a sponsorship package. Click here to email the ESC Administrator
Is the club a non-profit organization? ESC is a 501(c)3 corporation.
Why do some teams practice at the complex while other teams cannot? Practice space is available to teams U-11 and above. Teams that choose to train on a space at the club must pay a Field Maintenance fee each season.
How do I reschedule a game if it is rained out? Complete and submit the online Reschedule Form found at the ESC website. Rescheduled games are posted online on the posted club schedule.
What is OSA? Oklahoma Soccer Association is the governing body for soccer in the state.
What is Frontier Country? Frontier Country Soccer Association is the local governing body for the middle and western part of Oklahoma.
What is ODP? The US YOUTH SOCCER Olympic Development Program or ODP as it is more commonly called is a national identification and development program for high-level players. The program identifies and develops youth players throughout the country to represent their state association, region and the United States in soccer competition.
What is the difference between Competitive and Recreational Soccer? Recreational teams are formed to provide players the opportunity to play soccer in a Recreational league. There are no training fees, signup is all that is required for placement, and players who come to practices and follow a few basic team rules play at least 50% of each game. Coaches are usually volunteer parents. Competitive teams are formed by tryouts and professional coaches are paid a monthly training fee.
Does the Edmond Soccer Club offer camps? When are they held and what do they cost? ESC offers summer camps and pre-tryout to Rec. players and competitive players in June each year. Register for camps on the club website in early summer.
How do I become a referee? OSA offers new referee clinics hosted by local clubs throughout the year. Locate a schedule of clinics at the OSA website. Log onto the ESC website’s “Referee” Link for more information.
Where can I find the rules for the different age groups? Log onto the ESC website’s “Rules” Link for age specific rules.
Where can I find the most up-to-date information about the club? The best place to find club information is here, on the club website. Start with the main page.
How do I find out if the complex is open or closed? When/Where is this information posted? ESC posts club closure information on the website start page. Find the "Field Status" section. You may sign up to receive text messages to your cellular phone by clicking on the eSTATUS link on the main page.
Can I hire someone to coach/train my recreational team? ESC Recreational teams must not employ paid trainers. Coaches may attend the Soccer Center to receive coaching instruction from professional trainers.
Who handles complaints? Complaints should be sent to the Board Member that oversees the club department that is having the problem. Log onto the "Board" link located on the club website. General complaints should be directed to the club Administrator. Who handles Fundraising? Team fundraising is handled by each team individually. Club fundraising proposals should be sent to the club Administrator, Director of Coaching, or any Board member.
What is the club phone number? What is the club’s mailing address? The club Phone # is 405.348.BALL. Mail should be sent to: EDMOND SOCCER CLUB P.O. BOX 955 EDMOND, OK, 73083-0955
Where can I find a map of the complex? Log onto the “Maps and Directions ” link located on the left navigation bar on the website to download a map.
Who takes team photos? The club’s Sponsor Photographer is Edmond MotoPhoto; 1712 E 2nd St., Edmond, OK 73034, 348-5509.
How are recreational teams formed? Each season, registrations are collected and sorted by School district, neighborhood, church group, friends, etc. Rec. Coordinators follow the club-approved guidelines for forming teams. Returning players have first choice for their previous team (provided the registration is submitted before the "Late Registration" date). Who do I contact with competitive questions? … rec questions? The competitive and rec coordinators are the first point of contact. Their contact information is located on the website at the link for “Board.”
Does my child have coverage if they are injured playing soccer? Registered players have a limited group coverage held by the Oklahoma Soccer Association.
Who runs the concession stand? The stand is run by a club coordinator and staffed by parents of U7 and U8 players each season.
What happens if an official doesn’t show up for my game? Coaches and parents are asked to take turns being the game official. Notify the Referee Coordinator if this happens.
How long is a season? When are games played? Where do we practice? Seasons are usually 10 weeks in which approximately 8 games are played. Games are played on Saturday and Sunday afternoons. Practices are usually conducted twice a week at available fields and coaches’ homes for rec teams under age 11. After the payment of a Field Maintenance Fee, teams U11 and up may train at the complex. |
