-  Four year olds will learn basic soccer techniques through training stations ran by trained soccer counselors (players/coaches). Parents will be assigned to a team and will coach each game like in previous years, counselors will be assigned to assist those who want help. Game play will be the same as previous years.  The children play 3 versus 3 on small fields using small, "pug" goals.   

-  Five and six year olds will learn basic soccer techniques through training stations . Parents will be assigned to a team and will coach each game like in previous years, counselors will be assigned to assist those who want help.  Game play will take place on small pre-marked fields with a  player rotation that will ensure that all players will be involved.  Games will be short sided and will focus on team play.  After researching different programs with Alabama Youth Soccer Association we will return to the more open style of play to bring back the element of fun.  The progression of our youth is our top priority and any recommendations from our parent associations will be used as our guidelines.  Thank you for your patience through this exploration of how to best utilize our system and resources to do what is best for our children.

The first Sunday is organizational in nature, children will have a group session with the Miro-Soccer Coordinator and micro-counselors. The second Sunday they meet with their respective teams, meet their coaches, receive their team t-shirts and schedules, and practice together with their teams.  On the remaining Sundays, the first 30 minutes is devoted to player development.  Two back to back "games" will fill the remaining time.  Teams will move from field to field according to the game schedule.  Parents should bring blankets or chairs to sit on, water bottles and possibly umbrellas (for shade) and be prepared to be encouraging spectators.  Concessions will be open at the fields.  Cleated shoes (soccer or t-ball) and shin guards are recommended.

 Registration forms for micro soccer can be downloaded from this web site or call DYSA at 702-3972 for information. Forms can also be picked up at specific locations (Doug Tew, Westgate Rec Center) immediately prior to each season.  Please fill them out and send them along with the specified registration fee to:  DYSA, P.O. Box 6234, Dothan, AL  36302.  There is a $10 discount for second and third siblings from the same family.

 Please consider coaching as all coaches will come from the parents of registering players.  Very little expertise is required, counselors will be assigned to assist those who want help.  If you have a friend with whom you would like your child to play please specify on the registration form.  Otherwise your child will be randomly assigned to a team.  Four year olds will play in their own "league", playing only other four year olds.  Five and six year olds will play together in a league on mixed aged teams.  Boys and girls play together.