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General Information
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Tournaments

Soccermania Minifest July 17-18, 2010
Geoff Howell Memorial Youth Tournament July 30 - Aug. 2, 2010

Last Updated May 17, 2010

Mini Division

Summer FAQs      Winter FAQs

Mini Division General FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions)

In which age group does my child belong?

Under 3 Born in 2008
Under 4 Born in 2007
Under 5 Born in 2006
Under 6 Born in 2005
Under 8 Born in 2003 or 2004

 Only players in the age groups mentioned can register for Mini soccer. Children older than the age groups mentioned must register in the Youth Division. 

Where do we purchase soccer clothing and equipment?
* Cleve’s Source For Sports is a supplier for Dartmouth United. You can obtain a discount card from the club office, and present it at Cleve’s when you purchase soccer gear.  Cleve's is offering special deals during DU Days from March 24th to April 3rd.
* If cost is a concern, most department and sports stores carry inexpensive soccer clothing.

Summer Season FAQs

What do my summer registration fees include?
* one session per week for U3 and U4; one session per week for U5;  two sessions per week for U6; two sessions per week for U8.
* U4 registration in Dartmouth United's Soccermania Minifest (July );
* U5 (once-a-week program) registration in Dartmouth United's Soccermania Minifest (July );
* U6 (twice-a-week program) & U8 registration in the Soccermania Minifest (July), and the Eastern Passage Soccer-by-the-Sea Minifest (late August);
* our popular end-of-season Fun Day, which includes summer participation medals and inflatable play equipment;
* hiring a Mini Technical Director, who will provide training for mini coaches. Summer technical staff will also be scheduled to provide a couple of training sessions for every mini team.
* a player jersey

When does the summer season start?
Mini teams begin play when HRM opens the grass fields. This could be as early as June 1st.

When does the summer season end?
The season continues until Thursday, August 26th, 2010.  Please contact your coach to see if he/she is extending team sessions until the last week of August.
 
How do we know if fields are closed?
* HRM will close the fields if they are considered unsafe. This could be due to wet weather, thunderstorm advisories, or other adverse weather conditions. Fields can also be closed for maintenance.
* You can check on field closures by accessing our website link to HRM field conditions. You can also call the HRM facility scheduling line at 490-7100 (press "2" for field conditions and "2" for East Division, which includes Dartmouth).
* Cancelled sessions will not be rescheduled.
 
What do mini soccer players wear in the summer?
* Jerseys are provided by Dartmouth United.  For the first time, mini players will keep their jerseys at the end of the season. No jersey deposit cheque is required for mini players.
* Soccer shorts (with no pockets or zippers) and soccer socks. Dartmouth United’s team colours are royal blue and white. Although not required at the mini level, we encourage players to wear royal blue shorts and socks.
* Appropriate footwear. U3 and U4 players can wear sturdy sneakers or soccer cleats. U6 and U8 players must wear soccer cleats for safety reasons.
* Soccer shin pads are mandatory and will ensure your child doesn’t get hurt. We recommend shin pads that include ankle protection. The shin pads are worn under soccer socks.

What should we bring to outdoor soccer?
* unbreakable water bottle
* sunscreen if you’re playing during the day
* pants and jacket or sweatshirt if the weather is cool
* insect repellant, if desired

Are there washroom facilities at fields?
Most HRM fields do not have washroom facilities. Please make sure your child uses the washroom before attending soccer.

Do mini players have snacks after their soccer sessions?

Parents on many mini soccer teams like to have a snack time for the players after the game. Often parents take turns providing the snacks. Dartmouth United does not take responsibility for the management of these snack times or the types of food provided. This activity is organized by the team parents, and is on a volunteer basis. Parents are responsible for reporting their children’s allergies and/or food sensitivities to those who provide the snacks.

Winter Season FAQs

 What programs are available in the winter?
* There is no mini team play in the winter.
* Skills programs are available for U6 and U8 players.

How do we know if games or practices are cancelled?

* Programs in HRM facilities - check news media for HRM cancellatons. If schools are closed for the day, they are not available for community use. 
* Notices may be posted on our website, if cancellations are known in sufficient time.
* Use your own discretion when deciding whether to attend events in poor weather conditions

What do mini soccer players wear in the winter?
* Soccer shorts (with no pockets or zippers) and soccer socks. Dartmouth United’s team colours are royal blue and white. Although not required at the mini level, we encourage players to wear royal blue shorts and socks.
* Indoor sneakers or soccer shoes.* Soccer shin pads are mandatory and will ensure your child doesn’t get hurt. We recommend shin pads that include ankle protection. The shin pads are worn under soccer socks. 

What should we bring to winter soccer?
* unbreakable water bottle
* wear street shoes to your game or practice, and change your footwear at the facility.