What is the difference between Park and Recreation Soccer and the Watertown Soccer Club (WSC)?

Soccer through Watertown Park & Rec is a program designed to initiate young players to the sport of soccer. The importance of competition at the earliest ages is minimized while having fun is stressed, in an effort to encourage player development. The WSC program is a continuation of the fun experience players had through Park & Rec while also introducing the importance of tactical skill development that is progressive over the seasons and from year to year. WSC offers teams for ages 7 years old through high school.

What can my child gain by being part of WSC?

The WSC strives to build a solid foundation for individual player development with a focus on technique, fitness, psychology, and tactics, while also teaching the importance of teamwork, good sportsmanship, and a love for the game. Players will learn valuable life skills - the importance of commitment, perseverance, discipline, fairness, overcoming adversity, and dedication to continuous improvement - all of which will make them successful both on and off the soccer field!

How often does a team practice?

This is dependent on the coaching staff. Teams practice two to three times a week for one to two hours. Older teams may practice more often and longer than younger teams. Practice times and days are decided by each coach.

How many games does each team play?

On average, teams play 8 games in the fall and 8 in the spring. Usually, half of the games each season are home at Brandt Quirk Park and half of them are away. The number of games a team plays as well as how many of them are home games is decided by the league itself and can depend on weather, field conditions and availability, and team availability. Some club teams play in tournaments at the coach’s discretion which would result in more games for those teams. 

When and where are games played?

Home games are played at Brandt Quirk Park and away games are played in and around the Madison area. The majority of games are played on Saturdays or Sundays.  

Cost

Player registration for U11 - U14 is $250 per season, which includes both the fall and spring seasons, for a total of $500. Player registration for Juniors (U7 - U10) is $150 per season, which includes both the fall and spring seasons, for a total of $300. Player registration for High School (U15-U19) is $450 per season – girls play in Fall and boys play in Spring. Tournament fees, if your team participates, are extra and not included in registration fees. Registration discounts are given to families with multiple players in the WSC. See registration form online for more details.
See our registration form for more details. Registration fees are non-refundable once team assignments are posted.

See our How much does it cost? page for details.

Uniforms

Uniforms are included in your registration fee and are on a two-year rotation. Additional warm-ups, bags, and spirit wear are sold several times throughout the year but are not required.

Coaches

The WSC has licensed and paid coaches. In order for the WSC to keep membership costs low compared to other soccer clubs, coaches are considered volunteers and are paid a small stipend rather than an hourly rate or salary. We rely on their passion and dedication to the sport and the community for the many hours they put into coaching. WSC coaches must obtain a license through the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association (WYSA) www.wiyouthsoccer.com. The license covers principles of coaching soccer, first aid and youth nutrition. Some coaches choose to obtain higher level licensure and go to coaching clinics. All WSC coaches must pass a SafeSport program which includes background checks.

When can I sign up for participation in the Watertown Soccer Club?

WSC registration is held each year in April/May.  Registrations may be accepted all year long if roster spots are available.

If I have further questions, who can I contact?

You may contact our president or director of coaching or any member of our Board of Directors with additional questions.