Registration deadline: Wed Aug 18. After that date, the price will increase by $10 and a spot on a team is not guaranteed.

The Ottawa Hills Youth Soccer Association (OHYSA) is once again offering recreational soccer to the youth of Ottawa Hills. This program's goal is to give the young soccer enthusiasts a fun experience while learning more about the game.

SCHEDULE
Pre K-K division will play on Saturday mornings for one hour between 9:00am-12:00pm from August 28 to October 9. This time will include both practice and game play. (PreK for this purpose is defined as 1 year out from kindergarten - starting kindergarten in fall 2022).

1st-6th grade division will play games on Saturday mornings for one hour between 9:00am-12:00pm from August 28 to October 9. Teams may have separate practice times as arranged by the coach.

You will receive a game schedule after the registration period is over and teams are formed.

TEAMS
24 players per age group will be needed to make each age division work. If not enough players are registered for an age group, the best efforts will be made to combine age groups. If not enough in a certain age group are registered and it's not possible to combine, you will be notified and your registration fees will be refunded.

UNIFORM
Players are asked to wear any reversible green/white jersey. If this is not an option for you, players should wear/bring t-shirts in both green and white colors each week. Players need to provide their own black shorts, white or black socks, shin guards and cleats.

SOCCER BALL & WATER
Each player should have a soccer ball for practices.

PreK-2nd Grade: Size 3 Ball
3rd-6th Grade: Size 4 Ball

All players should bring their own water bottle to games and practices.

COACHES ARE NEEDED - CAN YOU HELP?

Volunteers are needed to coach or assist with coaching each team. On the registration form, you will have the option of signing up to help. Before coaching, all volunteer coaches must fulfill a few coaching requirements, including a background check*, concussion and sudden cardiac arrest training (all done online). All information for coaching credentials may be found HERE.

*The soccer association will cover the cost of the background checks for soccer coaches.

Heads up! Registration is Closed.

Registration for Junior High Girls Soccer is NOT done online, but you may find the registration packet HERE.

Team Philosophy
The focus will be on developing a love for the game, improving technical soccer skills and growing each player’s soccer IQ. All members will get to play, but play time may not be equal.

Games
The season will run from approximately September 1 through late October. Home games will be played at the Ottawa Hills High School stadium on Sunday evenings either at 5:30pm or 7:00pm. Away games will be scheduled upon opponent’s field availability. Game schedule will be distributed once available.

Practices
The team will have scheduled practices twice a week. Specific days will be determined by the coach and Village Life practice field availability. Practices will not start until school is in session.

PLEASE NOTE: A final schedule will be distributed once all registrations are in and the game/practice schedules are finalized.

Uniform
Each player will be supplied with a jersey. Jerseys are to be well cared for and will be collected after the last scheduled game. Each player is responsible to supply their own black soccer shorts, shin guards, black socks, soccer cleats/shoes, and soccer ball. Mouth guard is recommended but optional.

Communication
Each player will get information at the beginning of the season with practice times, game schedule, ball boy schedule, parent concession volunteer schedule and team roster. Communication on practice or game changes will be via email or text.

Fees
Registration fee will be applied to league registration, referee fees, coach fees and cost of end of year banquet for the player.

Questions
Contact Meredith Douglas 614-348-8106

With your registration, you are acknowledging that you have read and agree with the consent and additional responsibilities associated with Junior High Boys Soccer found HERE.

Registration deadline: Friday, August 27. After this date, the price will increase by $10 and a shirt is not guaranteed.

Youth Flag Football House League - Back by popular demand!

Open to grades 3-5. The league will follow the USA Flag Football Rules and Regulations.

Practices: The first practice will be held on September 8 from 6:00-7:00pm to introduce coaches and players to the game. After teams are formed, coaches may schedule practices for their individual teams, times and dates TBD.

Games: Start Monday September 13 on the practice fields. The season will consist of 8 games to be played on Mondays and Wednesdays at 6:00 with each team playing just one game a night (a specific schedule will be sent out after teams are established). The season will culminate with a championship game on October 6.

Coaches are needed! No previous football experience necessary. Coach Neuendorf will hold a coaches meeting for all interested prior to the season to go over strategies and rules for the game. On the registration form, you will have the option of signing up to help. Before coaching, all volunteer coaches must fulfill a few coaching requirements, including a background check, concussion and sudden cardiac arrest training. You can find all the coaching requirements HERE.

Uniform & Equipment: Players will receive a shirt in their team color. Each player will be responsible for their own shorts and cleats. The flags and balls will be provided by the league. Each player will need to bring their own water bottle.

Minimum number of players needed: 28

Registration deadline: Friday, August 27. After this date, the price will increase by $10 and a shirt is not guaranteed.

Beginner Flag Football House League!

Open grades 1st & 2nd The league will follow the USA Flag Football Rules and Regulations.

Practices: Thursdays only......One pre-draft practice will be held on September 9 from 6:00-7:00pm to introduce coaches and players to the game. Coaches will draft players after the first practice. After teams are formed, coaches will hold practices for their individual teams starting on September 16. Practices will be for 30 minutes before the games.

Games: Thursdays starting September 16 through Oct 7 on the elementary practice fields.

Coaches are needed! No previous football experience necessary. Coach Hardman will hold a coaches meeting for all interested prior to the season to go over strategies and rules for the game. On the registration form, you will have the option of signing up to help. Before coaching, all volunteer coaches must fulfill a few coaching requirements, including a background check, concussion and sudden cardiac arrest training. You can find all the coaching requirements HERE.

Uniforms & Equipment: Each player will receive a shirt after the start of the season. Each player will be responsible for their own shorts and cleats. The flags and balls will be provided by the league. Each player will need to bring their own water bottle.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: August 27.

Registration deadline: Wed Sept 1. After this date, the price will increase by $10 and a shirt is not guaranteed.

The OHES Run Club program is designed to introduce running as a fun sport that promotes a healthy and fit lifestyle. The program will focus on participation and self-improvement while considering individual differences and running experience. Good form, pacing, dynamic stretching, core strength, healthy eating and hydration are some of the concepts that will be incorporated with fun running activities.

Practice:
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:00-4:00pm at OHES. In case of bad weather, practice will be moved in to the New Gym.

Meets:
A meet schedule will be determined at the beginning of the season and communicated by the coach. Meets will be during the week and in some cases take the place of practice, depending on the date.

Each runner should be dressed in appropriate clothes and shoes for running and also bring their own water bottle to each practice.