Middleville AYSO

Registration FAQ

We’re excited to introduce a better, more streamlined soccer experience for our families. Our Region is now using PlayMetrics, a new system designed to make registration, communication, and season updates easier than ever.


Why the Change?


PlayMetrics provides:

  • Easier communication with coaches and teams   
  • Mobile-friendly access   
  • Improved scheduling and updates   


We understand that switching systems can take a little adjustment, and we’re here to help!


If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at: info@middlevilleayso.org.

Fall 2026 & Spring 2027

Middleville AYSO's playing season is both Fall and Spring. Registration begins in May, and ends in July. Teams are formed in August. Practices begin when TK Schools start. Fall games start after Labor Day. We take a break over the winter, and then the same teams start up again in April playing into early June.
There are no refunds for players choosing not to play the second half of the season.

May 1, 2026 at 7:00 pm: Registration Opens
July 19, 2026 at 10:00 pm: Registration Closes

Fall 2026
August 17 & 24: Practices Begin for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U
September 11/12: Games Begin for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U
August 24: 4U Playground Begins
August 25: 5U Schoolyard Begins
August 26: 6U Begins
August 27: 7U Begins
October 17: Last Game Day of Fall 2026
October 24: Last Day for Fall Make Up Games

Spring 2027
April 12: Practices Begin for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U
April 12: Playground Begins
April 13: Schoolyard Begins
April 14: 6U Begins
April 15: 7U Begins
April 16/17: Games Begin for 8U, 10U, 12U, 14U
June 5: Last Game Day of Spring 2027

A youth soccer player in a white jersey and blue shorts kicks a ball on a sunny grass field with teammates in the distance.

Refund Policy

Non Refundable Fees
AYSO Membership Fee
Checkout Service Fee

Refund Availability minus Non Refundable Fees
During May & June: Full
During the first two weeks of July: Half
During the third week of July and later: None

There are no refunds for players choosing not to play the second half of the season. There are no refunds for players joining the spring half of the season. 

Waitlist Information

The waitlist is usually turned on after the regular registration deadline or if the maximum number (cut off number) has been reached prior to the last day of registration.

  • We utilize the waitlist as a "pause button" to determine if we can make more teams or to "fill in" for dropped players.
  • Moving off of the waitlist may take a few weeks and some patience, but you will be contacted via email if your player has been "activated" from the waitlist.
  • Once you are activated from the waitlist, you have 72 hours to complete registration and pay the fee to get your child on the team at that point.
  • No player that registers is guaranteed to play, as this is ALWAYS based on the number of VOLUNTEER coaches that are available for your child's division.
  • It's possible that a player can jump off of the waitlist if a parent of a waitlisted player volunteers to be a HEAD coach for the division where coaches are still needed. Please contact us if interested.


Age Group & Verification

Beginning with the 2026/2027 season AYSO and other youth soccer organizations are changing to a more school year like age division system. Following extensive review and discussion, AYSO, US Youth Soccer, and US Club Soccer have collectively decided to move to an age group player formation cycle that runs from August 1 to July 31, starting with Membership Year 26, the 2026-27 season/registration year. This change was made based on additional critical feedback, data, and expert input to better align players with their school-grade peers. AYSO feels that this age group player formation will be the most inclusive and help increase participation.


During your first player registration with PlayMetrics you'll be asked to upload documentation to verify your player's age. This will ensure that all players are placed with the same aged players in the correct division.

Required Equipment for Players

Shin Guards
 Every player at every level is required to wear shin guards fully covered by tall socks.

Water Bottle
 Every player needs to have plenty of water at each practice and game. Be prepared for warm days with more than you think you might need

Soccer Ball
Every player needs to bring their own soccer ball to each practice and game
Coaches are provided with a game ball, but they may not have enough balls for each player
Size 3 for 4U, 5U, 6U, 8U
Size 4 for 10U, 12U
Size 5 for 14U

Soccer Cleats are Not Required
 If a player chooses to wear cleats we ask that they be soccer cleats

FAQ

  • I need PlayMetrics help

    Visit the PlayMetrics Help Center to learn more about your PlayMetrics account.

    You may also download the PlayMetrics app. The app will allow you to receive real time notifications from Middleville AYSO and your player's Coach.

    PlayMetrics Help Center

  • How will I get my player's uniform?

    Uniform pick up for 4U, 5U, 6U, & 7U will be before their first activity. Days/Times will be communicated.

    All other division coaches will have their uniform kits at practice before their first game.

  • Where do practices take place?

    All practices take place on the Middleville AYSO Fields at TK Middle School:

    Thornapple Kellogg Middle School

    10375 Green Lake Rd, Middleville, MI 49333

  • Where do games take place?

    Divisions; 4U Playground, 5U Schoolyard, 6U, 7U, 8U All activities take place at the Middleville AYSO Fields

    Divisions; 10U, 12U, 14U, 19U All home games take place at the Middleville AYSO Fields.


    The 10U, 12U, 14U divisions travel to other regions in AYSO Area J for games. 12U & 14U players may travel to any Area J regions. Our 10U team will travel, but traditionally travel less and closer to Middleville.

    AYSO Area J Fields

  • How often do players have games/practices?

    These are the typical amount of activities players will participate in during a week.

    4U Playground meets on Monday at 6 pm weekly

    5U Schoolyard meets on Tuesday at 6 pm weekly

    6U meets on Wednesday at 6 pm weekly

    7U meets on Thursday at 6 pm weekly

    8U has one practice a week and a game on Friday/Saturday

    10U, 12U, 14U has two practices a week with a game on Saturday

  • Can I select specific practice days when I register?

    No, unless you are the coach of an 8U & up team. Coaches choose their team’s practice night. This is one of the advantages to coaching your player’s team!

    Our coaches are flexible. They will contact you regarding working out a practice night that works for all the players on the team.

  • Can I select a specific coach when I register?

    No. We will not honor any requests for a specific coach. Coaches cannot request specific players.

  • Can I request that my player play with a specific player?

    We will not honor player requests. If you coach with another parent then your players will be placed on the same team with both of the parents as the coaches.

  • How do I know what team my player is on?

    Your player's coach will contact you once they receive the team roster. This will be during August.

  • How do I know my player's game schedule?

    Schedules are finalized prior to the start of the season. Coach will communicate schedules to you.

  • How many coaches are assigned per team?

    At least one coach is assigned per team, preferably two. It all depends on the number of volunteers who have registered. If your player’s team has only one coach, please consider volunteering to be the assistant coach. Everyone needs a back-up.

  • My player's other parent registered my child, how do I log into their account?

    The parent that first added a player to PlayMetrics is the Account Owner. The Account Owner may invite other people to be Player Contacts from their account dashboard.

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