Soccer

Overview

The soccer season starts in early August and ends with a tournament in early September. 
The normal season last 5 weeks with around 10 games, 2 per week - one during the week and one on the weekend.

Diocese soccer has 11 players on the field and they play with a #5 ball (there is some discussion to change this to a #4 ball for Grades 4, 5 and 6).

Tryouts

There are no tryouts at any grade level.

Minimum Playing Time (per player)

Varsity and Jr. Varsity players must participate in parts of 2 quarters or one full quarter.
 
Sr. Reserve, Reserve and Jr. Reserve players must play at least the equivalent of one full quarter.

Games

We will play some home games at the Westerville Rec fields on Cleveland Ave.
Away games will be played at any of the Diocese Schools in the Columbus area.

Practices

Practices start mid July; you will hear from your coach.  Practices will be held at various Westerville fields.

Don't worry if you're going to miss some time on vacation.

Equipment

St. Paul will provide jerseys and socks.  Players need to provide their own shorts and cleats. All jerseys are to be returned at the end of the season.

Rules

Ohio High School soccer rules apply for all grades. Amended rules specific to diocesan soccer can be found on the Columbus Diocesan Recreation website.

Games

Complete diocesan games schedules for all teams can be found on the Columbus Diocesan Recreation website.

Concessions

Not applicable.