Who can participate in Recreational League soccer?
The league serves kids from age 4 to 19, see the Division Ages Table for eligible ages. A child requires no previous experience to play. And a player does not have to be a Fullerton resident.

When does the season start?
Teams can start practicing the first week of August, with the first game of the season starting the Saturday after Labor Day. The season runs for approximately 10 games, for ages 10 years and older, a City Cup tournament starting after the last game of the season. There are no games on the weekend following Thanksgiving, and for most teams, soccer ends before Christmas.

Where will my player practice and play?
It depends on the age and who the coach is. Generally, the teams practice at a school or park close to where the coach lives. The games are played at schools and parks within Fullerton.

When will my player practice and play?
It depends on the age and who the coach is. Generally, the teams practice on Monday / Wednesday or Tuesday / Thursday close to where the coach lives. The practice times are usually 4:00 to 5:30 for the younger divisions, 5:30 to 7:00, and 7:00 to 8:30 for the older divisions. The games are held on Saturday, usually at the same location, and games start times are set between 8am and 3pm.

What equipment do I need for my children to play soccer?
Each player will receive a uniform (shorts, socks and jersey). You will need to supply your player with a pair of soccer shoes (with molded studs or cleats – no toe cleat is allowed), shin guards, and a ball. These can be purchased at most sporting goods stores, or soccer stores.

Does my child have to try-out?
No, every player registered by the last regular registration date is guaranteed a place on a team. All new players to our league must attend a “rating” session, where they are assigned a rating based on their ability to play soccer (all players are rated 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5). When the teams are formed, they are balanced to ensure that each team has an equal amount of like rated players.

When are the teams formed?
Teams are formed in Mid-June. The coaches will notify your child of their placement sometime in July.

How are teams formed?
Most teams are formed by a “blind draft” procedure, utilizing a computer model. The exception is the older teams, (division 1, 2 & 3 – 12 through 19 year olds) which are selected in an “open draft” procedure.

How are coaches selected?
All of our coaches are volunteers that express their desire to coach by notifying the Director of Coaches. They are required to fill out a “Risk Management Form” and get clearance by our State Association. Each coach must be fingerprinted by the State Association. Safety of our players is #1. Most coaches are parents like you that want to spend time with their children.

What if I do not know a lot about soccer and want to coach a team?
No problem, as we can provide you with the necessary information and training to make this season fun and rewarding for all.

Can we switch teams after they are formed?
The league policy is that no switches can be accommodated. Due to the large number of players and teams, it would be impossible to run the league with any success. We do however allow players to be removed from the team they were assigned and placed on the waiting list. If a team needs a player with a similar rating as your child, it may be possible for them to be placed on that team. However, there is no guarantee that this situation would be any better. Wait list players are not guaranteed a place on a team; they will only be placed if an opening arises.

What is the wait list?
The wait list is where we put players that register after the cut off date for guaranteeing a player’s placement on a team. This list does not ensure that your child will play. We use this list to replace players that drop out of our league.

What if I cannot make the times or days the coach chooses for practice?
Historically, teams have worked together to provide transportation where needed.

If things don’t work out, can I get a refund?
It depends on when the request is made. See the FRYSC Handbook for more specific dates.

What is Competitive League soccer?
The Fullerton Rangers is a comprehensive soccer club that provides various levels of competition. Our club program provides some of the best coaching and skill development in Southern California. We support a team in each age bracket, both boys and girls, to compete with other teams from Southern California. These teams are selected through a try-out with each team. More information can be found by contacting the coach of each team at www.fullertonrangers.com. Our coaches strive to obtain the highest level of coaching licenses available, in some cases, National Licenses (USSF A, B, or C).

What is Signature League soccer?
This is a league developed by our state association, California Youth Soccer Association–South (CYSA-S) designed to be an intermediate level of play between competitive and recreational soccer. The Fullerton Rangers will be supporting teams in the under 9 to under 14 age brackets, both boys and girls.

Where can I find out all there is to know about the Fullerton Rangers?

• Always check the league’s website at www.frysc.org to find out what is happening with games, the weather, etc.
• Read the FRYSC Handbook for all the rules and regulations that the league must follow. The handbook includes the phone numbers of all the Commissioners and Board of Directors. The handbook is your best source for information when you have a question.
• Keep in mind, the first place to go with a question during the season is your Coach, then the Commissioner of your Division. Please call them first!
• If all other sources fail to produce an answer, send an email to help@frysc.org or call the FRYSC Information line at 526-3772.