Question 1

Q: When are the seasons?

Accepted Answer

A: There are two soccer seasons: Fall and Spring. The Fall season is the primary season for our competitive teams and is held from the 2nd or 3rd week of July until the end of October.  The Spring season is recreational and runs from the end of March to May. Some of our teams also compete in winter leagues that could go anytime from October through March.

Indy Genesis participates in the Spring (all teams) and Fall (U5-U13 only) recreational league at Mount Pleasant Christian Church in Greenwood.

During the Fall season, 11U, 14U, and Varsity (19U) competitive teams participate in their own league consisting of homeschool, private school, and some public-school teams.

Question 2

Q: Where and when do you practice?

Accepted Answer

A: All teams currently practice at Turning Point Church which is located on U.S. 31 just south of Whiteland Road.
During the Fall, practices are 1-3 times per week, depending on age and game schedule. Typically, U5-U13 recreational teams practice once a week either on Tuesdays. The 11U competitive  team practices twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays. 14U and Varsity (19U) competitive teams practice 3 times a week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday).

All Spring practices are on Tuesdays.

Question 3

Q: Where and when are games held?

Accepted Answer

A: During the Fall, Indy Genesis 11U, 14U, and Varsity (19U) home games are played at South Central Soccer Academy at Whiteland Road and Morgantown Road. U5-U13 games are played at Mount Pleasant Christian Church, Greenwood.

All teams play their games at Mount Pleasant Christian Church during the Spring.
11U, 14U, and Varsity (19U) teams can expect games both during the week and on Saturdays. Varsity (19U) teams usually have 2-3 tournaments during the season in which a hotel stay might be necessary. 11U and 14U may also expect this for the state tournament, depending on the location.

U5-U13 games will be Saturdays, with the possibility of one weeknight game (or more in the case of cancellations due to weather).

Question 4

Q: Is there a uniform?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes. Players will need to purchase a uniform.  For U5-U13 recreational and 11U competitive the uniform is a T-shirt which costs $19*.  The socks and shorts are provided by the parent.  If your child is a U5-U13 player who is new to Genesis soccer, their shirt for the first season is provided free of charge.

For new 14U and Varsity (19U) players it is a full uniform which costs $144* per player.  The full uniform is only required for the Fall season.

*Price is subject to change.

Question 5

Q: What are the age groups?

Accepted Answer

A: We currently have opportunities for U5, U7, U9, U11, U13, 11U, 14U, Girls Varsity (GV), and Boys Varsity (BV). To qualify for the U5-U13 recreational age brackets the player must  be born in a specified year. For 11U and 14U teams, a player must not be older than 11 or 14 respectively on the last day of the state tournament of the current season. For Varsity (19U) teams, a player must not be older than 19 on the last day of the national  tournament of the current season.

Question 6

Q: Does my child need previous soccer experience?

Accepted Answer

A: No. While Indy Genesis is a competitive soccer program, no previous soccer experience is required. For our U5-U13 recreational age groups and spring teams, the seasons are focused  on developing skills, so previous experience is not needed!

Question 7

Q: How do I register?

Accepted Answer

A: Please go to our soccer registration page.(https://soccer-indy-genesis.sportngin.com/#_ga=2.32230206.1487052802.1648334872-433156210.1646366112)

Question 8

Q: Do teams travel?

Accepted Answer

A: Our recreational teams will play at Mount Pleasant Christian Church.
Our 11U, 14U, and Varsity (19U) competitive teams travel for games (Fall only). Most games are played in the Indy-metro area, but there is occasional statewide travel. Varsity (19U)  teams usually have 2-3 tournaments during the season in which a hotel stay might be necessary. 11U and 14U may also expect this for the state tournament, depending on the location.

Question 9

Q: Who do we play?

Accepted Answer

A: Our competitive teams compete against public, private, and other homeschools.
Our U5-U13 recreational teams and spring teams play other teams in Mount Pleasant Christian Church’s league.

Question 10

Q: What is the age eligibility requirements for players?

Accepted Answer

A: For the 2024 season:
U5: 2020
U7: 2018- 2019
U9: 2016 - 2017
U11: 2014 - 2015
U13: 2012 - 2013
11U: October 13, 2012 - 2014 (No older than 11 on October 12, 2024)
14U: October 13, 2009 - 2012 (No older than 14 on October 12, 2024)
19U: October 29, 2004 - 2009 (No older than 19 on October 28, 2024)

Question 11

Q: Do you provide insurance?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes. In the rare case of an injury to an athlete, all Indy Genesis athletes have access to insurance provided by Indy Genesis.
Please visit our “About” and “Registration” pages for more information.

Question 12

Q: Are refunds provided?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes. Automatic refunds are available up until the day of the first game of the season.  Refunds after the first game are decided on a case-by-case basis.

Question 13

Q: How much does the program cost?

Accepted Answer

A: One of our goals is to keep registration fees as low as possible for our families.  Costs vary depending on age. There is a 30% discount for the second and third siblings and an  80% discount for the fourth or more siblings in the same sport.  You can see the costs for upcoming activities on our soccer registration page.(https://soccer-indy-genesis.sportngin.com/#_ga=2.32230206.1487052802.1648334872-433156210.1646366112)

Question 14

Q: Are all Indy Genesis soccer players homeschooled?

Accepted Answer

A: Yes. Indy Genesis is a homeschool sports organization.  To be considered eligible by Indy Genesis, the parent must direct the education of their child at least 51% of the time.

This definition does not preclude parents paying for private educational services as a supplement to their child’s education but it does exclude any government funding for educational  services provided to the child.

Indy Genesis is able to grant exceptions to this policy if a child is enrolled in a private school which does not offer a sport provided by Indy Genesis.  In this case, however, there  must be no government funding involved in the provision of the child’s education.

For more information on Athlete Eligibility Requirements please clickhere.(https://www.indygenesis.com/org-documents)

Question 15

Q: What size soccer balls should I use?

Accepted Answer

A:

For U5 and U7 – Size 3. 
For U9 and U11 – Size 4.
For U13, 14U and Varsity (HS) – Size 5.

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