Big River Soccer

Question: When does registration open and close?

Answer: Registration begins on April 1st and will close on June 15th of each year. However, if you have a request, you must register before May 31st. View Association Registration Policy HERE.

Question: How do I register my child?

Answer: There are two methods of registration. Please register your child as early as possible during the registration period to ensure they are not placed on a waiting list.

a.Online registration is available at this site by selecting the Registration button on the menu, then select online registration. You may pay with credit or debit card only. The entire registration process can be completed in a few moments. To register online click here

b.Walk-in "Open Registration Night" on May 27th 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm at Eastmont Junior High School. You may pay with cash, check credit or debit card. There will be a an additional $30.00 applied to all NSF checks.

Question: How much does it cost for my child to play soccer?

Answer: The cost to play soccer for the Fall season is as follows:

If you register April 1st thru May 31 The fees are: $65.00 per player

If you register between June 1st and June 15th their is an additional $20.00 LATE fee that will be applied to all registrations. This fee must be received or your child will not be registered to a team.

Players registered between June 1st and June 15th: $85.00 per player

Question: What does the fee Cover?

Answer: The registration fee covers our club's Association fees, State fees, District fees, Insurance, equipment fees, education for our coaches, clinics, fields, mailings, and other items.

Question: Does Big River offer scholarships?

Answer: Big River Soccer is a recreational program and we want all children to play. Please contact the President for scholarship information as there are things we can do to help reduce the cost. To print a financial aid application please click here. Only complete applications will be considered. We have a limited amount of money to give and scholarships will be awarded to those who qualify on a first applied basis.

Question: At what age can my child begin to play soccer?

Answer: Please check your child’s birth date to see if they are of age by selecting the Age group chart under the registration button on the menu or click here.

Question: What are acceptable proof of age documents?

Answer: The following are acceptable forms of proof of age; a photocopy of a certified birth certificate, passport, or alien registration card of naturalization, NO baptismal or hospital certificates are accepted.

Question: How are teams formed?

Answer: Players are assigned to teams using the following guidelines with priority given in the following order:

1. Prior returning players to the same team, unless otherwise requested.

2. School of attendance for the fall season based upon the majority of the players on the team.

3. Parental requests

4. Date registration was received.

Question: Can I request a specific coach, or for my child to be on the same team with a friend?

Answer: Yes. However, we are not able to fill all requests, due to your child’s school location & availability. We are a recreational soccer club therefore we try to keep all teams balanced with skill.

Question: Does Big River offer refunds?

Answer: Yes if it is before July 15th. Big River does NOToffer refunds after July 15th unless the child is injured at the start of the season and unable to play. Big River does not offer refunds after 7/15 because we have already ordered uniforms for teams, and paid each childs state, district, association and insurance fees.

Question: What type of equipment does my child need to play soccer?

Answer: A uniform shirt and socks will be provided by Big River Soccer Club. Players must supply their own shorts, shoes, and shin guards. Shin guards are required!

Question: When does the Fall Season begin ?

Answer: Practices may begin as early as the first week of August. The decision of when to start practice is made by your child’s assigned coach. Please keep in mind that August is a time when people take vacations and some teams may begin earlier than others due to this. The season continues until the end of October.

Question: How will I know who my child’s coach is and when practices begin?

Answer: Team rosters will be handed out to the coaches around the first week of August. Coaches will contact their players and inform them of practice times and locations. As mentioned above, August is a prime time for vacations and some coaches will start practices a little later than others for this reason. Please allow time for the coach to contact you. We receive many calls this time of year with parents questioning who their child’s coach is - this creates a great deal of work for our volunteer staff. If you have not heard from your coach by 8/15, please call or email our Clubs' Registrar. PLEASE DO NOT CALL REGARDING TEAM PLACEMENT PRIOR TO THAT DATE.

Question: When are games played?

Answer: Games start the first part of September.Teams will start their season playing one game during the week and one game on Saturday. Later in the season most teams will only have one game per week. All teams will play between 8 and 10 games total.

Question: How long are the games?

Answer: Games take approximately 1 hour to 2 hrs depending on age division. Have your child there early to warm up. Most Coaches will request to have their players arrive 15 to 45 minutes prior to the game time to ensure proper warm up and practice prior to kickoff.

Question: Where are games and practices held?

Answer: Practices for all age groups are held at various fields in the East Wenatchee Area. Players in the U-6 to U-7 age groups will play at the local fields. In the U-8 thru U-15 age groups they will have some “away” games which are played in Wenatchee, Cashmere, Leavenworth, Chelan, and Manson areas. For field locations and driving directions, select the fields button on the menu. No practices are allowed at any players or coaches house, under any circumstances, for insurance reasons.

Question: What size ball does my child need to practice with?

Answer: You can find out the size of ball your child needs by selecting the age group button under registration on the menu and it will list the sizes according to their age or click here.

Question: Why aren’t there any Referees’ at my child’s game?

Answer: There are not many Referees available. Every effort will be made to provide them at the U-10 and above games. If you would like to become a referee please look under links for WVSRA and it will take you to the Wenatchee Valley Soccer Referees Association page, where you can find out more information.

Question: Why does Big River have a fundraiser?

Answer: Our fundraiser helps offset the costs for our coaching clinics, equipment, field maintenance, mailings etc. and prevents further player fee increases.

Question: Does my child have to participate in the fundraiser?

Answer: Yes. You can either have your child sell one (1) box/case of the product or pay the opt out fee of $30.00 for your child not to participate in the program. Please keep in mind though that this is how our club survives and this is why Big River Soccer has nice equipment and fields.

Question: How do I contact Big River Soccer?

Answer: Go to our home page and click on contact us under about us on the main menu or click here

Question: How do you Sponsor a team/player?

Answer: Contact our Sponsor person under sponsorship or you can print off a sponsor ship form and send it in before June 30th.

Question: Can I specify a certain team or age group to Sponsor?

Answer: Yes! Please specify on the form if there is a particular player, team or age group you would like to sponsor.

Question: How do I become a Coach?

Answer: Please contact the registrar or fill out the coaching registration under Coaches Corner or click here.