We follow the guidelines implemented by US Soccer regarding extreme heat conditions, cold weather, air quality, and weather conditions. Some more information regarding each of the above, is included below.

Environmental conditions can significantly impact player health and safety. Extreme temperatures, severe weather and the integrity of the playing field and its equipment all impact players’ ability to practice and compete safely. U.S. Soccer’s Recognize to Recover program gives players, parents, coaches and referees information and guidelines to make sure the desire to play does not cloud the decision-making process when it comes to evaluating environmental conditions to ensure the safety of those on the field.

Extreme heat can impact players' health and safe play. Proper hydration and knowing when you need to drink are critical, to help prevent many injuries and illnesses, from muscle cramps to heat stroke. Players should drink water before, during and after a game or practice, which means coaches should ensure adequate water is available.

If teams are aware of a potential air quality issue in their home market in advance of hosting a match or practice, they must notify the league as soon as they become aware of the issue. We use www.AIRNOW.gov to determine AQI in our area. AQI is read 1 hour before teams start warmups.

The effects of cold weather can impact health and safety during practices and games. The definition of “cold stress” varies across the United States, depending on how accustomed people are to cold weather. A player from Minnesota will have a much different threshold for cold than a player from Florida.

U.S. Soccer’s RECOGNIZE TO RECOVER program prepares a guide for coaches, referees, and players for training or playing in colder climates. Additionally, it serves as a guide for match play and participant safety during extreme temperature conditions. The guidelines are not a substitute for medical or professional care, and you should not use the information in place of a visit, consultation or the advice of your physician or other healthcare provider. For specific questions and concerns, please consult your health care provider or physician.

A Phased Approach based on Federal, State and Local Guidelines & Orders

Phase 1: State health authorities require shelter in place, stay at home order. • Individual training sessions can be held in participant home/residence using theirown equipment. • Coaching occurs virtually. No coaches or other athletes should be present during individual training.

Phase 2: Public health authorities lift shelter in place requirements but continue to prohibit group activities. • Individual training sessions can be held in participant home/residence or outside (maintaining social distancing) using their own equipment. • Coaching occurs virtually. No coaches or other athletes physically present during training.

Phase 3: Public health authorities allow contact sports, which includes soccer, with limiting activities exclusively to no-contact drills, practices, and simulations of game situations as of June 22nd. • See NJ Department of Health’s “Guidance for Sports Activities” (pages 3-8)

Phase 4: Public health authorities allow contact sports, which includes soccer, to resume traditional practices and competitions. • No training or competition restrictions • No sharing of water • At risk individuals should still take precautions or follow the direction of their medical providers. • Players & families are asked to refrain from practices and games if they are feeling unwell, including but not limited to fever, chills, GI upset (diarrhea/vomiting), coughing, sneezing, etc. Players will be asked to leave the field if they arrive and are not feeling well. Please notify your coaching staff if you have any concerns or known exposures.

EDP

EDP Soccer Return to Play: Tournament Schedule Update⚽️

The Governor of New Jersey has just released the latest status update for Return to Play for youth sports. As a result of this news, EDP Soccer is excited to announce that it will be able to resume outdoor tournaments as of July 6.

 EDP Soccer has been diligently planning for a Return to Play and has compiled guidelines to maximize the safety of all participants, spectators, and staff. We have developed protocols based-off of guidance from the CDC, State Health Departments, US Soccer, US Youth Soccer, and State Soccer Associations. For complete details, please visit edpsoccer.com/return-to-play. Please check your State and State Soccer Association's guidelines before traveling to soccer tournaments.

Learn More: edpsoccer.com/covid19

 

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MOSA

With the Governor's approval to return to competition on 7/6/20, MOSA is excited to offer a FREE summer league. The league will be approximately 5-6 weeks.. 

•League fee:  $0  

•League dates:  July 12 - August 16 (games can not be played before July 9th) 

•Teams will split referee fees for all games 

•No game cards, just need a valid/current 2019/20 seasonal passes (No US Club passes) 

•Teams need to be registered by July 6th.  

•Clubs must follow state and local regulation. 

•OPEN TO ANY TEAM THAT IS CURRENTLY REGISTERED TO A CLUB THAT IS A MEMBER OF MOSA!. 

We look forward to seeing everyone on the field.

 

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Sayreville Soccer Club will be in contact with your coaches regarding Phase 3 and Phase 4 Summer Training as well as arrangements for the Summer League/Games for your team.

As we enter Phase 3 next week, we are reminding all of our parents, players and coaches that practices will not resume until the Return-to-Play Protocols have been distributed and understood/acknowledged by all parents and coaches. We are working closely with and following the recommendations of NJYS, USYS, leagues and the CDC/DOH. More information/resources will be posted on our website in the coming days.

In regards to the Spring Travel Season, for the U8, U10, U11, and U12 teams, which has been cancelled by MOSA, we will be issuing a partial refund and/or credit to those players that are eligible, after all operational costs have been determined and accounted for. Refunds and/or credits will be applied directly to your Demosphere accounts and will process automatically electronically. Summer leagues/tournaments are still in the process of being discussed and arranged. Try-outs and opt-in dates will be announced soon for the 2020-2021 Season. We look forward to seeing everyone on the fields and would like to thank our players, parents and coaches for their patience and support during these unprecedented times.