In order to meet the minimum age requirement for our U4 program, players must be born in the youngest year posted on our registration page (4 years of age by July 31 of the following year).  This applies to both the fall and the spring seasons.  The age group specifications do not change between the fall and spring seasons.  If a child is not old enough in the fall he/she will not be old enough in the spring either.  No underage players will be placed on our waitlist.

My child has never played soccer, but wants to give it a try.  Many of the other kids have been playing for years.  Will he/she be OK?
Yes.  We have many new players in each age group each year, especially in the U6, U8 and U10 age groups.  If your child is somewhat athletic, he/she will quickly be able to contribute to recreational teams older than U10.  Children, especially those that are coordinated and like a high level of physical activity, will quickly develop the skills necessary to fit right in. 

What is offered for players once they are too old for the in-house program?
PRSC maintains strong competitive and recreational travel programs for boys and girls ages U9 through U19.  Our travel teams roster players of varying abilities on teams where they will be appropriately competitive and they compete against other clubs: Hampton, Deer Lakes, Fox Chapel, North Allegheny, Freeport, etc.

We field D4 (state-competitive), D5 (district-competitive) and D6 (recreational) teams as needed each season based upon our registered players' needs.  Home games are played at Pine Park and Richland Park.  Note that travel games are played on Sundays, typically between 12 and 7 pm.

When are the spring and fall seasons?
Typically, the spring season starts the week of April 1 and ends during the first or second weekend of June.  The fall season begins during the last week of August and runs through the last weekend of October.  

Will I receive confirmation of my registration?
You should receive an automated message confirming registration was received and payment processed.  

How can I be sure my child was placed on a team?
If you registered online and paid all fees by the deadline specified, your child is guaranteed team placement.  Players who register after the initial deadline will be placed on the waiting list and assigned to teams as needed to complete rosters.

Each age group has a maximum number of players permitted to ensure appropriate team size and playing time.  Many, but not all players who register late are placed on teams. 

Once teams are rostered, team coaches will reach out to introduce themselves and go over season information: practice day/time, player expectations, and game day rules.  This typically occurs in early-mid March for the spring season and early-mid August for the fall season.

During registration, PRSC volunteers work to identify and recruit volunteer coaches.  Assembling teams for the season is a time intensive process and your patience during this period is appreciated. 

What if the weather is bad?  Will we play in the rain?
If we experience rain without any lighting or thunder and the field conditions are deemed safe, games will be played in the rain.  
If there is a possibility the weather will clear, we will follow a weather delay for teams playing at PAC Saturday mornings.

Weather Delay:
In the case of inclement weather early on a Saturday, we will update the website with the status of games that date.  We will not automatically cancel all games in the event the weather permits us to start later.  
U5/U6: We will postpone the start by up to one hour, if possible, or cancel if it appears that the weather will last more than one hour. 
U8: If the first set of games cannot be played as scheduled, but we expect the weather will clear, they will be postponed to begin at the conclusion of the regularly scheduled games that day, i.e., will start at 12:00 or 12:30pm.  The second and third set of games will proceed as scheduled.  If the second set of games also cannot be played as scheduled, but we expect the weather to clear, those games will move to the 1:00 and 1:30pm time slot.  Any further delays beyond those will result in the cancellation of all games.  Again, we will post the status to our website, so it is important to keep an eye out for any required changes.  


What is the Travel Program?
Travel Soccer begins at the U9 age group and above, with games played on Sundays. PRSC holds tryouts for our most competitive teams. 

What age group is my child in beginning Fall 2026?
Depending on your child's birthdate, their age group may have changed. As a reminder, Pine-Richland Soccer Club will follow US Soccer's new age group formation, August 1-July 31, effective Fall 2026. Please review the attached age group formation chart. You can also use this tool from U.S. Soccer to review your child's age group: Age Group Calculator 

How will travel teams be formed based on the age group changes?
In the past, PRSC has created birth year teams and mixed birth year teams following tryouts. Beginning Fall 2026, PRSC will align players of similar talent within their playing group (U10, U12, U14, and U16). This slight adjustment in team creation will offer a consistent approach for assembling all travel teams, enhance player development, and increase competitive balance across the entire club.

- U10 Travel Teams will consist of U9 & U10 age groups
- U12 Travel Teams will consist of U11 & U12 age groups
- U14 Travel Teams will consist of U13 & U14 age groups
- U16 Travel Teams will consist of U15 & U16 age groups

For example: All U9 and U10 players will play in U10, and teams will be formed by aligning skill level among U9 and U10 players. As shown above, the same will hold true for U12 (U11 & U12 age groups), U14 (U13 & U14 age groups), and U16 (U15 & U16 age groups).

Does my child need to try out to be placed on a travel team?
No. All U9 & above players are considered travel players.  However, tryouts are held for those wishing to participate in a more competitive environment. If your child tries out and does not make a top travel team, or your child chooses not to try out, they will still be placed on a team. 

If your child is interested in joining one of our competitive travel teams, PRSC holds tryouts each spring for the following fall/spring season. All kids in the PRSC program who are interested in playing in a more competitive environment are encouraged to try out. Players who have made travel teams in the past are still required to try out for the following season as teams are formed based on the tryout results.

When will tryouts be held and when can I register my child?
Registration for PRSC Tryouts (U10–U14 Travel Teams) for the Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Travel Season will open on Monday, April 27 and close at 11:59pm on Monday, May 11. In order to attend tryouts, your child must be registered. We encourage you to take some time in the coming days to talk with your players and mark your calendars for the upcoming tryout dates below.

Travel Team Tryouts for Fall 2026/Spring 2027 Season:

Location: Richland Park Soccer Fields

Tuesday, May 26 | 6:00–7:30 PM – BOYS
Wednesday, May 27| 6:00–7:30 PM – BOYS
Tuesday, June 2nd | 6:00–7:30 PM – GIRLS
Wednesday, June 3rd | 6:00–7:30 PM – GIRLS
Thursday, June 4th | 6:00–7:30 PM – COED (Rain Make-Up Only)

How will PRSC support the middle school soccer program?

PRSC will continue to offer a soccer program for players U4-U19, including for middle school players who may not make a middle school team. We are working with the school district's athletic department to ensure a community soccer program continues to be available for your children in the Fall and beyond.   

Jewelry

No jewelry is allowed during any game at any age.  Taping over earrings in not permitted.  Parents are reminded not to pierce their children's ears shortly before or during the soccer season.  Failure to remove jewelry including new earrings will result in the player being prohibited from participating in the game.

If medical jewelry is required by a doctor it must be covered and held in place in order to avoid injury to the player wearing it as well as other players.  Coaches and referees must be notified of such circumstances.

Additionally, no metal barrettes, bobby pins or other metal hair pieces are permitted.

Helmets

A goalie helmet is mandatory for all Pine Richland Goal Keepers for the U8 program.  Helmets are provided to the coaches in this age group and are made available (upon request) to coaches for the U10/11/12 and up programs and are left to the discretion of the parents and players if a helmet should be worn. 

Refund Policy Waiver - required during registration

All refund requests must be sent via e-mail to the Club’s Registrar at [email protected]

REFUND POLICY:

- 100% if requested before the designated registration period closes for Spring and Fall season(s).

- 100% if PRSC fails to meet participation requirements for an age group and cannot place a team.

- 50% if requested after the close of registration but prior to PRSC’s first scheduled team practice.

- No refunds after the PRSC’s first scheduled team practice.

MEDICAL EXCEPTIONS:

- 100% with a written medical excuse from a doctor if requested prior to the PRSC’s first

scheduled practice. No refunds will be provided after the PRSC’s first scheduled practice.  

MIDDLE SCHOOL and HIGH SCHOOL TEAM EXCEPTIONS*:

- 100% if player makes middle school or high school soccer team roster and notifies the PRSC

within 5 days of release of the roster along with proof of roster placement.

NO REFUNDS will be issued for uniforms, accessories, shortened season due to inclement weather or

situations outside of the PRSC’s control.

*The PRSC supports participation in all school sponsored sports and activities, flexibility applies to all

sports. Middle School and High School players are subject the PRSC’s registration guidelines and must

register within the open registration period to guarantee a roster spot.

Liability Waiver - required during registration

I/We, the parent/guardian of the player, a minor, and the player agree to the following rules: (1) To abide

by the rules of USYSA, PA WEST, PRSC, its affiliated organizations, volunteers, and sponsors.

Recognizing the possibility of physical injury and risks of possible exposure to and illness from infectious

diseases, including but not limited to influenza and COVID-19 associated with soccer and in

consideration for USYSA, PA West and PRSC accepting the registrant for its soccer programs and

activities (the “Programs”), I hereby release, discharge and/or otherwise indemnify USYSA, PA West,

PRSC, its affiliated organizations, volunteers, and sponsors, their employees, and associated personnel,

including the owners of fields and facilities utilized for the Programs, against any claim by or on behalf of

the registrant as a result of the registrant’s participation in the Programs and/or being transported to or

from the same, which transportation I hereby authorize. (2) I understand that USYSA, PA West, PRSC its

affiliated organizations, volunteers, and sponsors assumes no responsibility for any and all illness,

disability, death, or loss of damage to person or property in connection with my participation. I hereby

waive, release, and discharge USYSA, PA West, PRSC, its affiliated organizations, volunteers, and

sponsors from any and all liabilities or claims, financial or otherwise, made as a result of participation in

the athletic program and related events and activities. (3) The undersigned parent/guardian of the

registrant represents that the player is in good health and physical condition and can participate in

competitive soccer. I understand that I am responsible to communicate any medical issues which may

arise during the season. We have read all the information above and agree that all statements are correct.

Code of Conduct- required during registration

The Pine Richland Soccer Club’s Code of Conduct applies to all players, coaches, volunteers, family

members and anyone in attendance at a PRSC sanctioned game or event. The PRSC strives to provide a

safe and fun environment for all community families to play the game of soccer. The Club and all of its

members agree to put the emotional and physical well-being of the children first. The Club and all its

members will treat players, coaches, spectators, and referees with respect and kindness. The Club and

all its members will demonstrate sportsmanship in every game scenario, win or lose, disparaging

remarks towards teammates, coaches, referees, or any spectator will not be tolerated. No retaliatory

behavior, no matter the circumstances. No verbal or physical abuse. No Bullying. In a situation of an

individual breaching the Code of Conduct, a Board Member should be made aware immediately. Failure

to abide by the Code of Conduct may result in disciplinary action by the PRSC and/or PA West and other

governing bodies. Warning, Probation, Game suspension, revocation of your privilege to be a member

of the PRSC are potential actions that will be taken.