FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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WHAT ARE THE SOCCER PROGRAMS OFFERED? We offer 3 different programs.
U4-U8 Age Group (Developmental) is called Dearborn Jr Jaguars : CLICK HERE!
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U9-U19 Age Group (Recreational) is called Michigan Juniors FC Dearborn __(Team Name)______ : CLICK HERE!
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U7-U19 Age Group (SELECT) is called Michigan Jaguars FC Dearborn (Green, White or Black) Green - 1st Team, White 2nd Team, Black Team - 3rd Team : CLICK HERE!
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WHAT IS THE DEARBORN SOCCER CLUB (DSC)? We oversee a community-based Soccer Club In Dearborn. Teams are typically made up of kids who live in Dearborn and the surrounding communities. Through an alliance with the Michigan Jaguars FC formed in 2015, and through an strengthened agreement in 2024, all of our programs are now offer through the Michigan Jaguars FC Dearborn, while maintaining annual collaboration with the Dearborn Soccer Club continuing to be the leading soccer partner organization in the City of Dearborn. We offer programs for players turning 4 years old during the soccer calendar season to the age of 19. Teams for both boys and girls divisions at the ages of Under 9 years old through Under 19 years old. We are governed at the state level by Michigan Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) and at the national level by US Youth Soccer (USYSA).
WHAT RECREATIONAL LEVELS AND TEAMS ARE AVAILABLE? There are a few options that address different levels of soccer for kids and families that range in both commitment and costs. Our Recreational Fall/Winter programs Dearborn Jr Jaguars are the least expensive programs we offer (Currently $175 per season plus a $60-$70 Uniform which only needs to be purchased once every 2 years). Our U4-U8 age groups play in an IN-HOUSE Developmental League with all games in the Dearborn community. Our U9-U19 Michigan Juniors FC Dearborn players participate in a local league called WSSL (www.WSSL.org). WSSL teams play 4 of their games at home in Dearborn, while the 4 away games are against other local community soccer clubs. Travel is minimal and limited to away games. All practices are in the Dearborn community.
WHAT COMPETITIVE LEVELS AND TEAMS ARE AVAILABLE? Our most competitive players participate in our Michigan Jaguars FC Dearborn program (www.MichiganJaguarsFC.com). Players are selected through a tryout process that takes place every June. We also hold supplemental tryouts based on team availability in August/November/March every year. More information regarding our tryout information can be found HERE!
Select/Travel($$): Michigan Jaguars Teams helps form teams are from under 7 to under 19 and play 10 month season in varying leagues depending on team level. Teams practice 2-3 times per week during fall/winter and spring seasons. Coaches typically have licenses from either United States Soccer Federation (USSF) or the United Soccer Coaches (USC). Players must be registered with the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) and must have player cards.
WHEN ARE TRYOUTS AND HOW DO I KNOW WHAT TEAM TO TRYOUT FOR? All clubs must follow guidelines established by US Youth Soccer Association, the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA). Tryouts are held each year for the formation of teams in June. Players will be evaluated on several criteria and a team will be formed from the pool of players at tryouts. This team will remain together through fall, winter and spring seasons until next June, when tryouts will again be held. Information on tryouts are posted on www.MichiganJaguarsFC.com.
HOW MANY TEAMS ARE IN AN AGE GROUP AND HOW ARE TEAMS DETERMINED AFTER TRYOUTS? Depending on Director of Coaching and Staff assessment of the age group, there may be multiple teams in age groups.
WHAT DOES IT COST FOR MY CHILD TO PLAY ON AN MICHIGAN JAGUARS FC DEARBORN TRAVEL TEAM? Here is a link to the 2024-2025 Team Plans with Pricing....Click Here!
I DON'T THINK I CAN AFFORD THE COST ASSOCIATED WITH JAGUARS. IS THERE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE? Yes, the Michigan Jaguars FC Dearborn does offer a financial aid program where families can request assistance with financial needs. Applications are reviewed by a financial aid committee and decisions dependent upon need and fund availability.
HOW MANY PLAYERS ARE ON A TEAM? The number of players on a team varies depending on the age of players. The older teams (U13-U19) can have a maximum of 18 players (play 11v11), U11 and U12 are allowed 16 players (play 9v9), and U9 - U10 teams have a maximum roster size of 12 (play 7v7).
ARE THE TEAMS FORMED BY AGE OR GRADE AND WHAT ARE THE CUT-OFF DATES? While recreational soccer teams are generally formed by all available spots, competitive soccer is level based. Teams are formed by "Birth Year" and the cut-off date January 1st.
CAN MY CHILD PLAY ON AN OLDER TEAM? We generally discourage this because the most important part of soccer is having fun. Most kids want to play with their friends from school. Any exception cases are handled by the Director of Coaching and registration team. Players are never allowed to play down.
WE ARE A BUSY FAMILY, HOW MUCH TIME IS INVOLVED IN PLAYING FUTURES? We encourage our coaches to practice 1-2 times per week for about 60 to 90 minutes per session.
HOW ARE THE FUTURES COACHES SELECTED AND WHEN DO THEY CHANGE? The Program Directors selects new coaches from a list of candidates that are asked or request to become coaches. Most times, they’re community coaches/parents that have coached in the recreational leagues. Potential coaches are asked to present a coaching resume or fill out an survey. They must also get a risk management card from MSYSA. If you are interested in youth soccer, the Dearborn community and giving back to the game, please use the "contact form" to talk with us.
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ARE THE FUTURES COACHES COMPENSATED? Our parent volunteer coaches are provided a free registration for the Spring season when coaching Fall/Spring. If coaches only are planning Fall season only, they will receive a 50% credit at the end of the Fall season. Community coaches that are hired to fill a coaching need are typically paid per session attended at a pre-determined rate.