Question 1

What age groups are eligible to participate?

Accepted Answer

The Mars Area Soccer Club offers programs for players from U4 through U19, with age-appropriate leagues focused on fun, development, and competitive growth.

Question 2

How do I register my child for the season?

Accepted Answer

Registration is completed online through the club’s Register (https://www.marssoccer.org/register)p(https://www.marssoccer.org/register)age. The registration system walks families step-by-step through selecting the appropriate league, completing player information, and ordering uniforms if required.

Question 3

How do I order my child’s uniform?

Accepted Answer

Uniforms are usually ordered during the online registration process. Families will be prompted to select the appropriate uniform items and sizes as part of registration. Uniforms may also be purchased exclusively through the Club’s online store.(https://marssoccer.leagueapps.com/store) Each season, the club provides ordering instructions and deadlines to help ensure uniforms arrive before games begin.

Question 4

When does the season start and end?

Accepted Answer

For the spring season, In-House games typically begin April 11 and Travel games April 12, with practices starting one to two weeks earlier. The season generally concludes the first weekend of June.

Question 5

How long are practices and games?

Accepted Answer

In-House teams typically practice once per week for one hour. Travel teams usually practice twice per week for about 90 minutes.

Question 6

What days and times are practices usually held?

Accepted Answer

Practice days and times vary by team. Coaches select a consistent practice schedule, and because teams practice on different nights, practice times depend on the specific team assignment.

Question 7

What days and times are games held?

Accepted Answer

In-House games are held on Saturday mornings and early afternoons. Travel games are typically held on Sunday afternoons.

Question 8

Where are the games and practices located?

Accepted Answer

Mini-Martians and U5–U8 In-House teams play at the Mars Area Soccer Club main fields (1786 Three Degree Road).

U10 teams and older, both In-House and Travel, play a mix of home and away games at nearby communities.

For directions to our fields, click here.(https://www.marssoccer.org/)

Question 9

Is prior soccer experience required to join?

Accepted Answer

No. Programs are designed to welcome players of all experience levels.

Question 10

Do I need to order a new uniform every season?

Accepted Answer

Not usually. In most cases, uniforms may be reused from season to season as long as they still fit and meet current club requirements. Families will be notified during registration if a new or updated uniform is required for a particular program or season.

Question 11

What equipment does my child need?

Accepted Answer

Players need a uniform, shin guards, soccer cleats, a soccer ball, and a water bottle. Specific requirements vary by age group.

Question 12

What is the club’s philosophy or approach to player development?

Accepted Answer

The club emphasizes fun, skill development, sportsmanship, and age-appropriate competition. We believe that when players love playing, they develop faster.

Question 13

Is the Mars Area Soccer Club a nonprofit organization?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Mars Area Soccer Club is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

Question 14

Who runs the Mars Area Soccer Club?

Accepted Answer

The club is governed by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by dedicated staff, volunteer coordinators, coaches, and community members.

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