2024 Spring RECREATIONAL REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN

Please register to get the most up to date information. TEAMS ARE FORMED ON A FIRST COME BASIS. 

To register a player, click the link below.

PLAYER REGISTRATION

Coaches must register online. Please use the link below to register.

Returning coaches may contact the league registrar for a coupon code.

COACH REGISTRATION

As age groups reach capacity, you will be added to the waitlist after completing the registration process but will not be charged unless your child is pulled from the waitlist and placed on a team.

If you would like to volunteer to be a coach please reach out to your age coordinator so your child can be pulled from the waitlist.

Click here to see the age matrix.

Be sure to read our Frequently asked questions before reaching out to a board member. Most questions are answered there.

Please contact an age group coordinator if you have any questions.

Ever wonder what the difference is between Competitive and Recreational soccer?

Competitive Soccer is also known as “Club Soccer” or “Travel Soccer” in other states but is one of the same. Competitive soccer is meant for the aspiring player who wants to take soccer to the next level. These are some of the areas you will see the difference between Recreational Soccer.

Training

Competitive teams train a minimum of 2 times per week and, in some cases 3 times per week for 1.5-2 hours each session. A strong emphasis is put on the technical ability and awareness of the player (this begins around age 13).

Recreational teams typically train 1-2 times per week for 1 – 1.5 hours each session – varies depending on age.

Both groups learn teamwork and how to translate that to the field of play. Training typically includes information, skill training and fun!

Coaches

Competitive coaches are licensed with a minimum of a USSF Grassroots licenses.

Recreational coaches are typically parent volunteers who are just starting the process of being licensed. (But not always the case. There are some that enjoy staying at the rec level.)

Commitment Level and Attendance

Competitive players agree to a much higher commitment level and are required to attend all scheduled training sessions, games and tournaments. Lack of attendance and punctuality may reduce playing time. Playing time is not guaranteed.

Recreational players are expected to attend all scheduled practice sessions, games. Lack of attendance at practice and punctuality may reduce game playing time. Guaranteed to play about 50% of the game.
 

Cost

Competitive soccer is more expensive than Recreational soccer.

Travel

Competitive game travel is normally within 45-60 minutes of Hayward and requires approximately 50% of games to be away games. Tournament travel can be further, depending on where the tournament location is.

Recreational home games are played in Hayward. Occasionally, teams will play a team from a nearby club within 15 minutes.

Tournaments

Competitive teams usually attend/schedule 2 tournaments per season within the region. All tournament fees are funded by the parent.

Recreational usually does not participate in tournaments.

Uniforms

Competitive players are required to wear training uniform to all training sessions and are required to purchase and wear both home and away game uniforms.

Recreational players receive the one game uniform they need from the Club. Practice attire is any appropriate soccer clothing (cleats, shin guards, socks, athletic shorts, t-shirt).

Game Schedules

Competitive - Starts in August and pauses in late October (for high-school soccer season) then resumes in February until April.

Recreational - Fall season starts the beginning of August and finishes in November. Spring starts in with daylight savings and ends around Memorial Day weekend.

For frequently asked questions please click on the FAQ picture below.

Header News:

Pleasanton Ca. (February 24, 2016) – Chairman Pete Zopfi and Executive Director Matthew Madeira announce that Cal North, in accordance with U.S. Soccer guidelines and intent, is implementing the following rules for heading:

• No heading for players 12 years old and younger in games.
• Abide by U.S. Soccer recommendations for heading in practice (heading training for players age 11 to 13 years of age should be limited to a maximum of 30 minutes per week with no more than 15 to 20 headers per player per week).
• When a player deliberately heads the ball in a game, an indirect free kick should be awarded to the opposing team from the spot of the offense. However, if a player deliberately heads a ball within their goal area, the indirect free kick by the attacking team should be taken on the goal area line parallel to the goal line at the point nearest to where the infringement occurred.

“A large part of our passion for the game is doing all we can to promote the safety and health of our valued players”, said Madeira. Zopfi comments “Cal North has been, and will continue to be, a leader in concussion awareness within youth soccer.”

Cal North will continue to monitor decisions made by U.S. Soccer with regards to concussion protocol and heading.

The Hayward youth Soccer League is an all-volunteer, non-profit organization that provides recreational and competitive soccer programs for boys and girls ages 4 to 19 years old living in Hayward and neighboring cities since 1982.

The purpose and objectives of this League shall be to develop promote and govern the game of soccer among youth under the age of 19 without regard to race, creed, sex or ability within the City of Hayward and its surrounding communities.

**Please contact appropriate Board Member for
all your questions or concerns regarding HYSL**

Board member Contact- Email is best

You can also call the Hotline (510)881-HYSL(4975)

HYSL does not offer refunds except for the following reasons:

 A) Medical Refund. A full refund will be issued if a player is unable to participate for medical reasons. To qualify for a medical refund, a note from a physician stating that the player should not participate in soccer must be submitted with the refund request.

B) Placement Failure Refund. A full refund will be issued if the Club is unable to place the player on a team. Placement Failure Refunds result when a player is unable to participate in Club sponsored soccer due to a lack of available space.