Question 1

How old does my player need to be to play and what age age group are they in?

Accepted Answer

Each player must be at least 4 years old on or before July 31 of the year the fall season starts for both Fall and Spring.  If your child turned 4 after July 31 the player is too young for this season.

Each player must be under 19 years of age on July 31. 
Orem Youth Soccer Age divisions are 
U6, ages 4-6
U8, ages 6-8
U10, ages 8-10
U12, ages 10-112
U15, ages 12-15
Coed, ages 15-18.
"U" = “under the age of” as of July 31.
 
Age group divisions are in two-year increments and are gender specific from age 4-14. Boys play on teams with other boys and girls play on teams with other girls.
 
The Coed division is for our teenage players ages 15-18.

ALL participants will be placed into a division based on their birth year (or age as of July 31).

Click here to see the Age Matrix

Question 2

Is my player in the correct age group?

Accepted Answer

Click here to see the Age Matrix Each player must be under 19 years of age on July 31.Orem Youth Soccer Age divisions areU6, ages 4-5U8, ages 6-7U10, ages 8-9U12, ages 10-11U15, ages 12-14Coed, ages 15-18."U" = “under the age of” as of July 31. Age group divisions are in two-year increments and are gender specific from age 4-14. Boys play on teams with other boys and girls play on teams with other girls. The Coed age group is for our teenage players ages 15-18.ALL participants will be placed into a division based on their birth year (or age as of July 31).
Click here to see the Age Matrix**Orem Youth Soccer will follow US Soccer and UYSA with the new age groups that will start in the Fall of 2026.

Question 3

How do I register for OYS Recreation Soccer?

Accepted Answer

Fall/Spring registration opens May 1st, with late registration July 1st - July 15th. Waitlist after July 15th.

Spring registration opens Jan 2nd and closes February 15th.

Once registration closes, a waitlist will be available for a limited time to see if we can fit any more players.

The link for registration will be located on our website at oremyouthsoccer.com

Question 4

When does the season start?

Accepted Answer

Fall season begins mid to late August.
Spring season begins mid to late March.

Question 5

When will the game and practice schedule be?

Accepted Answer

Fall season games start in mid to late August.Spring season games start in mid to late March.Games are typically Saturdays, with 1 or 2 weekday evenings.   A link to the game schedule will be posted on our website oremyouthsoccer.com .Starting in the fall of 2026, all games are played on the fields at Canyon View Junior High School(655 E 950 N, Orem). Practice times and locations are determined by the head coach of each team. Practices are held at local schools on a first-come, first-served basis.Orem Youth Soccer does not track when and where a coach holds practice. Click HERE to learn how to find your coach's information on the team roster.

Question 6

How do I view my team roster or my coach's information?

Accepted Answer

To view your team roster:
Log into Affinity (uysa.affinitysoccer.com).
Click on Login with email (or Login with Username).
Click on My Account.
Click on View Details under your child’s name.
Click on Team Info to view roster info.

Question 7

What are the fees and what do they cover?

Accepted Answer

COST
U5 - U8: $110
U9 - COED: $130
Late Fee: $25

E-Check, Credit Card or Debit Card accepted
(processing fee charges are $5.00 e-check or 3.1% credit card)
Will show up as a charge from AffinitySports

Fall/Spring paid registration includes:
8 Fall games and 8 Spring games
A uniform (a jersey, shorts, and socks) 
A soccer ball
Referees (for U9-older ages)
Players are responsible for providing shin guards (required to play) and cleats (if desired). Cleats must be soccer cleats (no front-toe spikes).

Player registration fees pay for necessary program expenses such as uniforms, team equipment, field equipment and maintenance, league administrative support, accident reimbursement plan, liability insurance, State Office administration, and national USYS dues.

Question 8

How are players placed on teams?

Accepted Answer

Players will be placed on teams by individual age group coordinators. Age group coordinators will try to form teams locally (nearby schools), however this is not guaranteed.

The age group coordinator will do their best to honor buddy requests as long as there are enough spots available on the team. Those who register early have a higher chance of their request being honored, however no buddy request is guaranteed.

Question 9

What if I only want to play soccer in the Spring?

Accepted Answer

OYS Session Options are:
Fall/Spring Session: This includes both the fall and spring seasons.
Spring Only Session: This includes the spring only season.

Question 10

Can I get a refund on my registration?

Accepted Answer

Orem Youth Soccer has a No Refund policy.A player registration fee is established each year to pay for necessary program expenses such as uniforms, team equipment, field equipment and maintenance, league administrative support, accident reimbursement plan, liability insurance, State Office administration and national USYS dues. UYSA leagues are authorized to set their own registration fees, subject to approval by their District Committee. The fee charged by the State Office for administration shall be uniform for all members throughout the State. The Board of Directors at their discretion can offer incoming leagues lower fees for a limited time. In rare situations, we may refund. Only the league president or the authorized agent that collects the registration fees, can authorize a refund of any or all of the registration fees. Neither the district nor the state has the authority to change the league president's decision. If a decision is made to refund, the UYSA and convenience fees are not refunded.

Question 11

Can my player play up a year?

Accepted Answer

Play-UpYou can request to have your player play up a year (they will play on a team with older players). If you choose to do this, please email playup@oremyouthsoccer.com with your players name, birth date, and reason for the request.Please keep in mind that players can only play up one year. For example, a five-year-old (U6) can play with the (U7-U8), but a four-year-old (U5) cannot play with the U7-U8 players.Play up request must be made by the parent or guardian of the player. Not by the parent or guardian of the firend that they want to play with.

Question 12

Can my player play down from their assigned age group?

Accepted Answer

Orem Youth Soccer follows the UYSA and USYS age groups, and groups players by birth year.  Players will be playing with others that are born the same year as them and either one year older or one year younger (Coed U19 has 15-18 year olds playing together).

Orem Youth Soccer and UYSA do not allow players to play down unless it is for a medical reason and with a doctor's note.

Requests should be submitted to the VP of Recreation or age group coordinator.

https://www.oremyouthsoccer.com/recreation-contacts

Question 13

Are there any activities over the summer?

Accepted Answer

We offer a summer camp twice a week during the month of June. Dates will be posted in the news section as the camp gets closer.  Registration is included with Fall/Spring Registration.TimesU6-U8: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AMU9-UP: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM What do I need to know?All camp participants must wear shin guards and bring a water bottle.Remember to put your name on all items!These training camps are designed for ALL recreational & competition players and are open to all children who are registered for the Fall and Spring Session.Coaches are welcome to come and observe how to run a training/practice session.All camp days are weather permitted and there will not be make up days.

Question 14

What does my player need to wear to play?

Accepted Answer

Players are responsible for shin guards and closed toe shoes, which are mandatory for games and practices.
	If cleats are desired they must be soccer cleats (without the front-toe cleat and no metal cleats). 
	Cleats are not required for recreational play.

No type of jewelry can be worn while playing, including earrings.

Question 15

What type of shoes can be worn in soccer?

Accepted Answer

Soccer cleats or tennis shoes are allowed.  Soccer cleats do NOT have a forward center cleat.  Football, Baseball, or Softball cleats are Not allowed.

Cleats are not required for recreation play.

Question 16

I'm not getting emails, how can I change that?

Accepted Answer

Am I receiving emails from UYSA/affinity?
Login to https://uysa.affinitysoccer.com/Foundation/Login.aspx?sessionguid=
Click My Account
Message center

You can then see all the messages sent from affinity.  If you are not getting messages to your private email account, you will then need to check your spam options and make sure you are receiving messages from affinity.  Otherwise continue to check this account for messages.

If you find your affinity account has not received the emails, you will need to contact affinity to help fix the problem. (800) 808-7195

Question 17

If I registered in the Fall, do I need to register again in the Spring?

Accepted Answer

Fall registration is for both Fall and Spring Seasons.

Teams are kept the same from Fall to Spring, with a few new players added in the Spring season.

Question 18

Are the teams coed?

Accepted Answer

U6, U8, U10, U12, and U15 (ages 4-14) are split boys or girls.

Coed begins at U16 (age 15) and up.

Question 19

I need assistance, who should I contact?

Accepted Answer

Please reach out to your age group coordinator for assistance.  They will be the best to assist with any question and escalate to the right person if needed.

Age groups are based on Birth Year.  Please click HERE for the recreation contact list.

Question 20

How does buddy requests work?

Accepted Answer

The age group coordinator will do their best to honor buddy requests as long as there are enough spots available on the team.

Those who register early have a higher chance of their request being honored, however no buddy request is guaranteed.

If you have specific questions please reach out to the age group coordinator for your players age group (based on birth date).  You can find a list of our contacts at https://www.oremyouthsoccer.com/recreation-contacts.

Question 21

Where can I find more info about the waitlist?

Accepted Answer

Visit our Waitlist FAQs at https://www.oremyouthsoccer.com/waitlist-faqs

Question 22

Which side of the field should I be on?

Accepted Answer

Each team is assigned as the Home Team or Visiting Team for each game. These designations help you know where to sit as a spectator.

General Guidelines for U6 and U8:

Home Team, does not switch fields at halftime
Players are divided into two groups and assigned to one of the two fields.
Each group remains on their assigned field for the entire game.
Home team spectators should sit on the outside of their player’s assigned field.
Coaches should let parents know as soon as possible which field their player is on, so families can set up on the correct outside sideline.

Visiting Team, switches fields at halftime
Players are divided into two groups, each starting on one of the fields.
At halftime, the groups switch fields to face a new set of home team players.
Visiting team spectators should sit between the two fields. At halftime, they can turn their chairs around to support their player on the opposite field.

Guidelines for U10 and Up:

Home Team
Assigned to the South sideline of the field.
Spectators for the Home team should sit on the South side.
Visiting Team
Assigned to the North sideline of the field.
Spectators for the Visiting team should sit on the North side.
If there is any uncertainty about which side is North or South, spectators should look to the coaches for guidance.

Why These Guidelines Matter
Keep the sidelines organized for coaches, players, and parents.
Make transitions between halves smoother and less confusing.
Ensure every player has a supportive sideline, no matter where they are playing.
Reinforce that recreation soccer focuses on learning, fun, and good sportsmanship.

Question 23

Are games postponed if it is raining or snowing?

Accepted Answer

While we hope for good weather, soccer games are played in the rain and cold.

Lightning or potentially doing damage the fields are the 2 major reasons games would be postponed.  We actively monitor these conditions.

If games are canceled, we will post on our Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/oremyouthsoccer/ and the feed shows up on our website at https://www.oremyouthsoccer.com/news.

Orem Youth Soccer Recreation FAQs