Point Grey Soccer Club supports its coaches in their efforts to ensure equal opportunities for all to develop as soccer players. This means that all players, particularly in mini soccer, are assured equal playing time in all games and that developing players takes precedence over winning games. The Club urges parents to realize that good, effective coaching is not measured in wins and losses but rather in how players and teams improve technically and tactically, especially in younger age groups.

Mini Soccer

Mini Soccer: Boys and Girls house U7 – U10
Players must receive equal playing time in each game, with playing time in each half. Playing positions, including goalie, must be regularly rotated. Time as a goalie does not count as playing time.

Divisional Soccer

For Divisional soccer, the following guidelines on playing time are dependent on a player meeting the expectations of the coach. These expectations are regarding attendance at games and practices, and the player demonstrating a commitment to the team.

Divisional: Boys U11 & U12 to U18 Bronze
Girls U11, U12 Silver and U13 to U18 Silver B

Players must receive equal playing time each League and Cup game. Playing time in each half is recommended. With the exception of goal, coaches are encouraged to rotate players through all positions.

Divisional: Boys U12-U18 Gold and Silver
Girls U12 to U18 Gold and Silver A

All players must play a minimum of half a game, every exhibition, league and Cup game.