Sports programs for the kids of Merrimack, NH

2021 Spring Recreation season

Registration for Spring 2021 Rec Soccer is OPEN! The MYA Soccer Rec Program offers playing opportunities starting at the U4 age group to U18 for Merrimack youth residents only. Recreational soccer consists of co-ed teams and players will be assigned based on their birth year for U4, U6, U8, U10, U12, U15 and U18 leagues.

REGISTER!
The registration fee is $65.00 per player (U6-U18) and $45.00 per player (U4). Registration deadline is by April 18st. Registration payment by credit card only or contact registrar@myasoccer.org for any questions regarding your child's Rec Fall registration.

You can also go to our website home page for the link as well.

SEASON INFO!
The Spring season runs for 8-weeks and is scheduled to start on April 25th and end on June 20th as all games will be held at the Kollsman fields. There will be 1 weeknight training for U8 - U18 players with a certified trainer, and possibly one night of a Coaches practices (time and day of the week will be at the discretion of the coach's schedule and availability).

U4: Players born in 2017
U6: Players born in 2015 & 2016
U8: Players born in 2013 & 2014
U10: Players born in 2011 & 2012 **InterTown League
U12: Players born in 2009 & 2010 **InterTown League
U15: Players born in 2006, 2007, & 2008 **InterTown League
U18: Players born in 2003, 2004, & 2005 **InterTown League

MYA provides each player with a pair of socks along with their uniform shirt. All players must wear shin guards with socks worn over the outside completely covering the guard. Soccer cleats are optional but suggested for U4 and U6 players and are encouraged for U8 players and older. No Jewelry (including earrings) is allowed.

Please note we will not be able to start our season until ALL teams have been filled with 2 coaches. We also cannot release rosters or any practice/game schedules if we do not have coaches that have gone through a background check. We need coaches to be cleared before we can start the season. If you are interested in helping fill this volunteer opportunity so we can accommodate the 500+ expected players this season, please let me know.

VOLUNTEER!
Want to volunteer to help MYA Soccer but maybe feel like you don't have the knowledge/experience? Here is your chance!!! The continued success of the MYA Soccer Program relies heavily on parent volunteers like you to provide a fun and positive soccer experience for our children, while encouraging teamwork and great sportsmanship.

COACHES - We have many coaching opportunities for all age groups this season and are looking for two coaches per team - no experience necessary! See below (Fall Season League Information) for the number of teams we will have in the fall which will require a coach and an assistant coach for each team. Without a coach and an assistant coach, we will not be able to form teams, and unfortunately, may have to turn players away if complete teams cannot be formed.

FIELD LINING/PREP - We are in need of volunteers to serve on a field lining crew. The fields are mowed once a week, but the lines will need to be redone once or twice a week or they disappear quickly. The season lasts 9 weeks (including the initial field lining and prep before season games begin) and the lining times are flexible so there's plenty of opportunities to volunteer. It is just tracing - going over lines that are already there. So an hour or an hour and a half of your time is all we need. We will first show you what needs to be done and how to do it, should only take about 10 minutes, than just let us know what weeks you are available. We would be extremely grateful for any help you can give.

If you are interested in any of the open volunteer opportunities, please email director@myasoccer.org or recreation@myasoccer.org.

FAMILY MAX DISCOUNT
Families registering more than two (2) children in the same household for any of the MYA Soccer Fall programs (Rec & Travel) will be issued a family max voucher good for up to $65 per player. Parents/Guardians must first email the registrar (registrar@myasoccer.org) prior to registering their 3rd and subsequent children to receive the family max voucher. Family max voucher codes are only good for one redemption, but will be reissued for future soccer seasons as long as the parent/guardian contacts the Registrar for their voucher code.

QUESTIONS?
Need help or have questions about Registration, please feel free to send an email, registrar@myasoccer.org. If you have any questions about the Recreational Program, please contact the Rec Director at recreation@myasoccer.org. Other questions about the MYA Soccer Program, please contact the MYA Soccer Director at director@myasoccer.org.
Please visit our updated website, www.myasoccer.org, about field locations, schedules or for more information about MYA Soccer.

About the MYA

The Merrimack Youth Association was created for the recreational benefit of the youth of the community. It was founded in 1968 and incorporated as a non-profit corporation with the Federal Government in 1971. The reaches of the Association cover kids from Kindergarten through senior year of High School.

This all volunteer organization devotes over 125,000 hours of service to the community annually. It actually contracts with the Town of Merrimack each year to provide organized recreational sports for the youth of the town. The MYA currently provides 7 different sporting activities for the community: Baseball, Basketball, Football/Cheer, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, and Wrestling. Each program has its own Board of Directors and is responsible for their own budget. All programs report monthly to the Executive Board who oversees all MYA Programming, and corresponds with the Town accordingly.

The MYA provides an opportunity for all children of Merrimack to participate in sports based on their desire and not their ability. This enables the children the chance to meet and socialize with their peers throughout the Town as well as provide a social network for the parents. Over the years the MYA has served more than 30,000 youths and during this time the Association has received praise from a variety of communities throughout New England and beyond for its strong administrative ties and positive influence throughout the community.

The MYA demonstrates that the best interest of the Town of Merrimack can be served along with the best interest of all its citizens. With continued support from the Town of Merrimack, The Merrimack School District, as well as its Corporate Neighbors and the MYA volunteer base, the continued good work of the organization will prevail.

Statement of Common Purpose

Partnership between Merrimack School District, Merrimack Police Department, and the MYA.

The partnership between the Merrimack School District, Merrimack Youth Association (MYA), and the Merrimack Police Department cooperatively creates opportunities for interaction and support to enhance the educational and social growth of Merrimack youth.

The purpose of this partnership is to provide clear and consistent guideline for a safe environment for the youth of Merrimack. We believe this alignment creates a spirit of involvement and concern for the youth in the development of respect and cooperation, good sportsmanship, and citizenship. An important goal of the partnership is to offer opportunities for youth to grow physically, socially, and emotionally, as well as build bridges to develop a sense of unity and pride in our community.

The purpose of this statement is to guide our youth toward becoming resourceful, confident community members who are able to adapt and contribute to an ever changing society. The Merrimack School District, MYA, and the Merrimack Police Department share the following goals and expectations.

Youth are expected to:

Take responsibility for their behavior and be accountable for their decisions at school and community events.
Learn socialization skills, respect and fair play though interaction with team members, coaches, and officials while engaged in formal and informal recreation programs.
Understand that competition is healthy, but participation and good sportsmanship are equally important goals.
Make decisions that will lead to positive outcomes.
Develop the ability to work cooperatively in group settings.

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