As with most Indiana youth soccer clubs, the Valpo Soccer Club is bound by a set of rules, policies, requirements, and bylaws. As agreed upon by our governing board of directors, our Northwest Indiana soccer club adheres to a foundation established by our Indiana soccer league rules and policies.
From youth soccer eligibility requirements to the operating bylaws and constitution, the Valpo Soccer Club operates under and upholds the standards defined in our organizational bylaws.
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The foundational rules and policies that support our Indiana soccer club adhere to standards set by the Soccer Association for Youth (SAY), as well as the Northwest Indiana Soccer League (NWISL). Other youth soccer teams that the Valpo Soccer Club plays in regular competition within the NWISL have similar rules, policies and bylaws and operate under similar requirements and restrictions as our Indiana youth soccer club does.
Of particular interest to player's families in our soccer club is player age eligibility requirements.
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Depending upon a player’s age at the cutoff date of the seasonal year (Fall through Spring, players will be eligible for specific teams in age appropriate groups.
Player Eligibility
Eligibility for age groups shall be determined by a player’s age on August 1 of the seasonal year. (The 'U' is for 'under'. meaning on August 1, 2018 the player is under that particular age)
Current Season Fall 2022
Age group Birthdates
U8 - 8/1/2014 - 7/31/2016
U10 - 8/1/2012 - 7/31/2014
U12 - 8/1/2010 - 7/31/2012
U14 - 8/1/2008 - 7/31/2010
U19 - 8/1/2003 - 7/31/2008
Player eligibility will be governed by rules established by the Soccer Association for Youth (SAY). All players residing within the Valparaiso, Indiana school district will be eligible to play with the Valpo Soccer Club. Players outside the Valparaiso, Indiana district will need a completed waiver from their district to be filed with the Northwest Indiana Soccer League (NWISL) to be eligible to play for the Valpo Soccer Club.
Have questions about the rules, policies and bylaws that govern the Valpo Soccer Club, our kid’s soccer and youth soccer coaches and trainers, and our soccer players? Contact us for additional information and answers to any questions you may have.
Uniforms
Returning players can wear a previous season uniform provided it is in good condition and appropriately sized.
New Players need a full kit of a Jersey, Shorts, and Socks which can be ordered as a bundle.
In addition to the kit, each player will need their own footwear, shin guards, soccer ball, and water bottle.
Uniforms can be ordered through Blythe's
219.462.4412
Ask for Chris
2022 Uniform
