Region 14 is returning to the field!

We are grateful to officials at the City of Torrance and TUSD who have enabled this by re-opening their fields for use by our organization. 

To enable everyone to register, we are extending our early bird pricing to October 12, 2020.  Please register today if you have not already.    

Below is our planned program timeline:

·         Registration Open: (10/05 – 11/15)

·         Player Assessments/Team Formation (10/19 – 10/25)

·         Practices Begin (10/26)

·         Games begin (TBD – Will play full season once approval is given to resume games)

Region 14 will adhere to City, County, and State health guidelines.  Current guidelines allow for practices only (no scrimmages or games).  Our plan is to form teams and allow them to begin training, but at this point games are TBD as we do not know when updated guidance will be received that will allow games.  We are hopeful games will be allowed in the near future, but if not we are prepared for a season that could be delayed.  For example, if games are allowed by November then game schedule will run November-January.  If allowance for games is not received until January then teams will practice only up to that point and then hold games January-March. 

If season is cancelled entirely or there is not a return to games by January 2021 then participants will receive a pro-rated refund based on the number of weeks our program is able to operate. 

We understand that returning to play is a contentious topic due to Covid-19 and we respect those who may feel it’s too soon to return to soccer, but we also believe that being able to get out of the house and get some exercise is absolutely vital to the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of our youth.  We hope all will understand, that just like everyone else, our organization is doing our best to navigate a difficult time and make the best decisions that we can under the current circumstances. 

The protocols and guidelines are constantly evolving, but as of today below are the guidelines that must be adhered to during all practice sessions:

·         Coach will coach in a MASK at all times

·         Players will have their belongings in isolation 

·         Parents are asked to drop their player off and remain away from the field/not watch from the side of the practice area

·         Parents who do leave their car are asked to be in a mask at all times

·         Players should come with sanitizer with them and use at any break in the practice

·         Region will provide a soccer ball for each player that player should bring for the training sessions

·         Ensure your player uses the restroom before leaving home

·         Provide additional water for your player

·         Respect the distancing and protocols put in place by the club and coach (i.e. no scrimmaging)

·         Players/coaches will not be allowed to participate in practice sessions if they are experiencing symptoms of Covid-19

Region 14 is an all-volunteer organization and cannot operate without strong volunteer support.  Our primary need is for coaches, but we also have other needs including open positions on our board.  If you are willing to volunteer please let us know by e-mailing [email protected]. 

We are hoping for a successful return to the field and hope to see you all out on the pitch in the near future! 

Sincerely, 

Clint Paulson
Regional Commissioner
Region 14