Our Mission is to provide quality youth soccer rooted in Christian values. Every practice and game begins with prayer, and our volunteer coaches focus on developing both skill and character.
Catholic Youth Soccer (CYS) League – Winter 2026 Season Registration Details
- Early Bird Registration is now available for Winter 2026 CYS Season CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
- Early Bird Registration will close on November 30, 2025, for the Winter 2026 CYS Season
- Early Bird Registration Fees will be $130 per player
- Regular Registration will open on December 1, 2025, for the Winter 2026 CYS Season
- Regular Registration Fees will be $180 per player
- Season Dates: Saturdays from January 10, 2026 through March 28, 2026
- Number of Games per Season: 12 (8 regular season games, 4 playoff games)
- Game Days: All games are played on Saturdays in aforementioned time frame above
Fall 2025 Season Schedule
- Registration is now CLOSED for the Fall 2025 CYS Season
- Season Dates: Saturdays from August 30, 2025 to November 22, 2025
- Number of Games per Season: 12 (8 regular season games, 4 playoff games)
- Game Days: All games are played on Saturdays in aforementioned time frame above
Player Information
- Ages: Co-ed, ages 4 to 18
- Divisions: U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U18 (Note: The U stands for the word “Under”)
- No prior soccer experience required
Game Format
- U6 & U8: 4v4 (no goalie), 40-minute games (2×20 min halves)
- U10–U18: 7v7 (with goalie), 48-minute games (2×24 min halves)
- Mandatory Substitutions:
- Every 5 minutes for U6 & U8
- Every 8 minutes for U10–U18
Field Sizes
- U6 & U8: ~20×30 yards
- U10–U18: ~40×60 yards
Practice Schedule
- U6 & U8: 30 minutes before game time (or alternate day if chosen by coach)
- U10–U18: 1 hour before game time (or alternate day if chosen by coach)
Travel & Tournaments
- Teams may travel up to six (6) times during the regular season to one or more of the following fields: Our Lady of the Rosary, St. Mark the Evangelist, and/or St. Mary.
- Catholic Cup Games (Final 4 games) held at: Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
Equipment & Uniform
- The player uniform (kit) will consist of a soccer jersey top, soccer black shorts, and a pair of soccer socks issued by the league
- Required: Shin guards (available at major retailers)
- Recommended: Soccer cleats (no metal)
- No Jewelry: Watches, necklaces, earrings, etc. not allowed except for medical ID bracelets which must be taped to the arm
- Uniform Shorts: Wear issued shorts; if unavailable, wear black, pocketless shorts or sweat pants
Communication
- Email is the primary contact method (Important Note: Please Ensure your email is entered correctly during registration)
More Information
- Visit the official website: https://www.cystampa.org
- Send an e-mail to: soccer@stpaulchurch.com
On Saturdays, please check back to see if games will be played/not played due to inclement weather. Inclement weather includes lightning, heavy rain and/or poor field conditions due to current or recent storms.
Rule sets for 4 v 4 and 7 v 7 may be accessed by clicking HERE
Coaches will be needed for each team from U6 to U18 Divisions. Coaches will need to commit to all games and practices. All coaches must complete a Level II FBI background screening and complete Safe Environment Training. Previous coaching experience and/or playing experience is preferred. Currently, we are seeking a U12 coach.
If you are interested in volunteering as a coach for the CYS Soccer Program, please email: soccer@stpaulchurch.com
Volunteer referees are needed at all games. All referees 18 years of age and older must complete a Level II FBI background screening and complete Safe Environment Training. Referees under the age of 18 will not need to complete a background screening. We will offer training sessions. Previous referee experience is preferred, but not required.
If you are interested in volunteering as a referee, please email: soccer@stpaulchurch.com
August 30: First Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
September 6: Second Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Mark the Evangelist Soccer Field, 9724 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa, FL 33647
September 13: Third Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Mary Catholic Church, 11520 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33613
September 20: Fourth Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Mary Catholic Church, 11520 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33613
September 27: Fifth Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Paul Catholic Church Soccer Field, 12708 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618
October 1: Early Bird Registration opens for the Spring 2026 Catholic Youth Soccer League
October 4: Sixth Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Mark the Evangelist Soccer Field, 9724 Cross Creek Blvd., Tampa, FL 33647
October 11: No matches scheduled
October 18: Seventh Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Mary Catholic Church, 11520 N. Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33613
October 25: Eighth Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season at St. Paul Catholic Church, 12708 N. Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa, FL 33618
November 1: First Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Catholic Cup at Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
November 8: Second Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Catholic Cup (Quarter-finals) at Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
November 15: Third Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Catholic Cup (Semi-finals) at Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
November 22: Fourth Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Catholic Cup (Finals) at Our Lady of the Rosary Soccer Complex, 2348 Collier Pkwy, Land O’ Lakes, FL 34639
November 22: Fall 2025 CYS Season Ends
If you have any questions, please send an email to: soccer@stpaulchurch.com