TSSA Youth and Coach Registration Fees and Play Level Definitions
Youth Play Levels:
Division 4 – This level of play is categorized as our local grass roots age U3 to U18. Play is specifically organized
locally and teams are allowed to participate in tournament sanctioned events that have a specific bracket
organized for recreational teams. Recreational teams are NOT allowed to play competitive teams without prior
approval from the Tennessee State Association. Teams are eligible to compete in seasonal Kohl’s Cup events
designed specifically for our recreational minded teams. Registration at this level includes Indoor and Futsal
registrations.
Division 1 – Our highest level of play is offered to teams that are categorized as U12 to U19. This level of
competition is recommended for our elite teams. Teams are eligible to participate in tournament sanctioned
events and will typically play in our Tennessee State League (TSL) and the National Championship Series (NCS) of
United States Youth Soccer (USYS). These teams may qualify to play in our Division 1 State Championship, Region
III Tournament, and the United States Youth Soccer (USYS) National Tournament. Players at this level have the
opportunity to also participate and be selected for the Olympic Developmental Program (ODP). Registration at this
level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations.
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Division 2 – Our 2 tier level of play is offered to teams that are categorized as U12 to U18. This level of play is
recommended for our teams that are not quite at the elite level but aspire to be there one day. Teams are eligible
to participate in tournament sanctioned events and will typically play in our Tennessee State League (TSL) and may
qualify to play in our Division 2 State Championship, Region III Presidents Cup Tournament, and the United States
Youth Soccer (USYS) National Presidents Cup Tournament. Players at this level have the opportunity to also
participate and be selected for the Olympic Developmental Program (ODP). Registration at this level includes
Indoor and Futsal registrations.
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Division 3 – Our 3 and final level of competitive play is offered to teams that are categorized as U12 to U16. This
level of competition is recommended for teams that desire something more than the local recreational soccer
league. Teams are allowed to play in tournament sanctioned events and are eligible for the Division 3 State
Tournament. Players at this level have the opportunity to also participate and be selected for the Olympic
Developmental Program (ODP). Registration at this level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations.
Soccer Juniors – This level of play can range in skill levels. This category is specifically designed to offer a lower cost
to our teams categorized as U8 to U11. Teams are allowed to participate in tournament sanctioned events, but
there are no State Championship competitions offered to these age groups. Tennessee State Soccer Association
strongly recommends that all clubs registering Soccer Juniors use the United States Youth Soccer (USYS)
recommended modified playing rules (Policy 13) when organizing play for these age groups. Registration at this
level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations.
Indoor/Futsal - This level of play is designed for players seeking ONLY to register and play during the indoor/futsal
soccer season. This season is typically but not limited to the winter months. Players categorized to be on teams
age U3 to U19 are eligible to participate. It is suggested that players attempt to play on teams and against teams
with similar abilities, but need to understand that Indoor/Futsal events may merge ability groups together to make
an event more likely to occur.
Youth Registration Fees:
Division 4 (U3 to U19) - $9.00 annually
Division 1 (U12 to U19) - $30.00 annually
Division 2 (U12 to U18) - $30.00 annually
Division 3 (U12 to U16) - $30.00 annually
Soccer Juniors (U8 to U11) - $20.00 annually
Indoor ONLY Player Registration (U3 to U19) - $9.00 annually
Futsal ONLY Player Registration (U3 to U19) - $9.00 annually
NOTE – Player registrations for youth include a secondary accident insurance policy to cover players while
participating in activities that have been approved by the member association. Please note this is a secondary plan
and all claims must first go through Tennessee State Association for approval. For information regarding the
insurance policy go to:
https://www.bollingersoccer.com/site/accident.aspx?id=25
Coach Registration:
Competitive Coaches – Competitive coaches are defined as a coach who is listed as the head coach or assistant
coach on a Division 1, 2, or 3 roster. Competitive coaches MUST undergo Background Testing by completing a
Volunteer Disclosure Form to be listed on the roster. Competitive Coaches MUST also sign the TN State Law
Concussion Form and watch a State Certified Concussion Video to be listed on the roster. Verification of the Form
and Video MUST be kept on file by the club for a minimum of 3 years. Competitive coaches are also subject to
RANDOM drug testing that is conducted on a monthly basis by the State TSSA. Competitive coaches registered
with TSSA are able to participate in the State “E” and “D” license for FREE.
Competitive Managers - Competitive manages are defined as a parent who is listed as the manager on a Division
1, 2, or 3 roster. Competitive mangers MUST undergo Background Testing by completing a Volunteer Disclosure
Form to be listed on the roster. Competitive managers MUST also sign the TN State Law Concussion Form and are
encouraged to watch the State Certified Concussion Video but not mandated. Verification of the Form MUST be
kept on file by the club for a minimum of 3 years.
Recreational Coaches – Recreational coaches are defined as a coach who is listed as the head coach or assistant
coach to a local association league. Recreational coaches are encouraged by the club to complete a background
check. Recreational coaches MUST also sign the TN State Law Concussion Form and watch a State Certified
Concussion Video. Verification of the Form and Video MUST be kept on file by the club for a minimum of 3 years.
Recreational coaches are not subject to the TSSA random drug testing protocol. Recreational coaches registered
with TSSA are able to participate in the State “E” and “D” license for FREE.
Coach Registration Fees:
Competitive Coach (Division 1, 2, & 3) - $30.00 annually
Competitive Managers (Division 1, 2, & 3) – FREE Annually
Recreational Coach – FREE annually