JIYSC Micro Soccer Program

The JIYSC Micro Soccer Program welcomes young soccer players that want to have fun through soccer.   

Players must be at least 4 years of age, and not more than 7 years of age as of August 1st, 2009.   We are glad to be able to be the only soccer organization in the local area that offers a U5 (Under 5 years of age on 8/1/09) program.

The JIYSC Micro Soccer Program is all about fun and learning about the game.    

Dates To Know

Coaches Meeting

New and returning coaches will meet on February 4th @ 6pm at the JIYSC Main Complex near the concession stand. 

Even though the JIYSC Micro teams are professional trained, they are coached by parent volunteers.  If you have a son or daughter that is playing this year and would like to coach their team (monitor game time, move players in and out of the game, assist with getting the ball back into play), please contact the JIYSC Volunteer Micro Soccer Coordinator at jsheidow@gmail.com.

Coach, Parent and Player Meeting

New and returning players, parents and Coaches will meet on February 9th (U5 and U6) or February 10th (U7/8) @ 6pm.  This is a chance for teams to meet-up, pick a Team Manager and let the parents hear about any new information with the club. 

Team and Individual Pictures

Team and Individual photos date will be March 6 for U8 and U6, March 20th for U5.  Check your email for times for your child's team.

JIYSC Soccer Jamboree

Season Ends with the Spring 2010 Season Ending JIYSC Soccer Jamboree on April 17th.

When Are Games Played and Suarez Training Schedule

Typical Weekly Schedule

U5  Monday (Suarez) / Wednesday (practice or game) / Saturday ( 9:30 am game)

U6  Tuesday (Suarez) / Thursday (practice or game) / Saturday (10:30 am game)

U7/8  Monday or Tuesday (practice or game) / Thursday (Suarez) / Saturday ( 9:30 or 10:30 am game)


This schedule is subject to change.  All changes will be listed at this website.

Game Format Played

U7 and U8 teams will be combined into a U7/8 age bracket this season.  This is common for the Spring season.

About Micro Soccer:
The Micro Soccer program provides educational and developmental training for our youngest players, age’s 4-8 boys and girls. The rules for micro-soccer emphasize basic skills while having lots of fun. The concept behind micro-soccer is to allow more touches on the ball by having small teams playing on small fields. JIYSC is proud that the majority of our Micro Coaches have attended the Youth Module Course given by a Nationally Licensed Youth Module Instructor and offered yearly in the Fall. JIYSC is committed to keeping the Micro Soccer program a fun and learning experience for both children and their parents. All practices and games are held at the James Island Youth Soccer Club’s main facility, at the corner of Fort Johnson Road and Lighthouse Blvd. Micro soccer coaches will receive their team rosters at the coaches meeting and will call player’s parents and notify them of practice dates and times.

Training:
All players spend one day a week training with professional trainers from the Suarez Soccer School led by Temoc Suarez. The Suarez Soccer School is designed to continue the development of the soccer player, whatever his or her skill level may be. The player will be challenged to improve and excel in his or her skills through a progressive and efficient method.

Equipment:
All players must have adequate soccer equipment at the start of each season. If your player is new to the club, you will need to purchase a size 3(U5/U6) or 4(U7/U8) soccer ball, soccer cleats, shin guards, black shorts and soccer socks. Team jerseys will be provided by the club prior to the first game. Registration fees include this jersey.

Soccer Future:
Please remember that micro soccer is only one of the important programs offered by the JIYSC. Older teams in our Recreational, Jr. Academy, Academy, and Classic programs will begin practicing on the fields a few weeks before the Micro season begins.