Catholic Youth Soccer

Catholic Youth Soccer (CYS) League – Fall 2025 Season Details

• Registration is now open: CLICK HERE to register
• Early Bird Fee: $130 per player through July 30, 2025
• Regular Fee: $175 per player starting July 31, 2025

Season Schedule

• 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 only

Player Information

• Ages: Co-ed, ages 4 to 18
• Divisions: U6, U8, U10, U12, U14, U18 (U = “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 8 times during the regular season
• 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 (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

We’re excited to announce the CYS 2025 Summer Camp! This is the perfect opportunity for kids ages 7–13 to enjoy a summer full of soccer, fun, and amazing memories.

Camp Details

Dates:
• June 16 – June 20
• June 23 – July 27
• June 30 – July 4
• July 21 – July 25
• July 28 – August 1

Time: 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Cost: $180 per week
Ages: 7 – 13 years old

Location:
St Mary Catholic Church
15520 North Boulevard
Tampa, Florida 33613

What to Bring:
• Packed lunch each day
• Plenty of sunscreen
• Water Bottle
• Shin Guards and Soccer attire

Camp Daily Agenda:
• 7:00am – 9:00am arrival Inside the Parish Center
• 9:00am Camp Announcements
• 9:30 – 11:30am Soccer drills and games outside
• 11:30am t- 1pm Lunch inside the Parish Center
• 1pm – 3pm Soccer drills and games outside
• 3pm – pick up games and activities inside the Parish Center

Exciting Bonuses:
• CYS Soccer Backpack – Sign up for all 5 weeks and receive a personalized CYS backpack with your name and CYS embroidered!
• PlayStation 5 Raffle – Campers attending all 5 weeks will be entered to win one of two PlayStation 5s.
• CYS Camp T-Shirt – Every camper receives a commemorative camp t-shirt.
• Unlimited Gatorade – Stay hydrated all day long.

If you have questions, please feel free to contact CYS at cysdostampa@gmail.com

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

June 1, 2025:  Early Bird Registration Opens for CYS Fall 2025 Season

June 16 – June 20, 2025:  First Week of CYS Summer Camp

June 23 – June 27, 2025:  Second Week of CYS Summer Camp

June 30 – July 4, 2025:  Third Week of CYS Summer Camp

July 21 – July 25, 2025:  Fourth Week of CYS Summer Camp

July 28 – August 1, 2025:  Fifth Week of CYS Summer Camp

July 30:  Early Bird Registration ends at 11:59pm

July  31:  Regular Registration Opens for CYS Fall 2025 Season

August 30:  First Week of Games for the CYS Fall 2025 Season