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REGISTRATIONS
We have various registrations that are open or will be opening soon. Keep checking back and look for our emails/texts/social media with active registration links.
Sports/Events starting soon:
Senior League Baseball (OPEN NOW)
Spring Soccer Clinics (OPEN NOW) Friday evenings at Carson Valley. Attend for 1 or more - up to you and your schedule.
Summer Soccer Camp (OPEN NOW) 2 weeks of Soccer Camp, August 12-16 and August 19-23. Available for Full Day 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM and Half Day is 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
Summer 3v3 Outdoor Basketball (OPEN NOW) Summer basketball played on the outdoor courts at Water Tower Recreation Center. Games are 3v3, half-court style on Wednesday evenings from June 12-July 24th (NOTE - no games the week of July 4th).
Intramural Soccer Fall 2024 (OPEN NOW) The CHYSC Intramural Soccer Program promotes a fun and structured environment for players (ages 4-18) to be introduced to the fundamentals of soccer. With the multitude of schools that serve Northwest Philadelphia and the surrounding communities, it is a wonderful way for children to meet and get to know new friends and neighbors.
Intramural Soccer Letter 2024
Dear Families,
Registration is now open for CHYSC’s Fall 2024 Intramural Soccer Season! After an awesome and robust 2023 season, we are anticipating an even stronger one this year with greater numbers of area children participating at all age levels come September. We have spent the last year fine-tuning and preparing for this blockbuster season and can’t wait to get out on the pitch with all of your kids. Below you will find details that will help make enrolling your kids as easy as possible.
IN GENERAL
The CHYSC Intramural Program promotes a fun and structured environment for players to be introduced to the fundamentals of soccer. With the multitude of schools that serve Northwest Philadelphia and the surrounding communities, it is a wonderful way for children to meet and get to know new friends and neighbors.
The youngest leagues are for 4, 5, and 6-year-old boys and girls. These leagues are focused on drills and games that help introduce the game of soccer in a fun, energetic, age-appropriate way with the intention of developing the skills that will help kids develop into dedicated soccer players. This age group will play every Saturday during sessions that include skill development and game-play.
For kids between ages seven and eleven, the club offers separate leagues for girls and boys where players can expand on and hone their talents with more competitive structured play, including weekly refereed games. This age group will participate in one-weekday practice and one Saturday game each week. Our ten and eleven year olds also have the opportunity to play in “cross town friendlies” against Upper Dublin and Hunter Soccer Club. This has been an awesome experience for this age group and has been universally touted as a great bonus experience!
These age groups are followed by U15 Coed and U18 Coed which cover middle school through senior year of high school and strive for a social atmosphere in an enjoyably competitive environment. These teams also will participate in one weekday practice and one game every Saturday.
No matter their age, no experience is necessary. CHYSC welcomes all skill levels to our intramural program and there is no time like now for your kids to get to know this sport played around the world!
AGE GROUPS (U stands for Under, meaning U8 is seven year olds, U10 is eight and nine year olds, etc)
U6 Coed: 9/1/2018-8/31/2020
U8 Boys and Girls: 9/1/2016- 8/31/2018
U10 Boys and Girls: 9/1/2014- 8/31/2016
U12 Boys and Girls: 9/1/2012- 8/31/2014
U15 Coed: 9/1/2009- 8/31/2012
U18 Coed: 9/1/2006- 8/31/2009.
THE FINER POINTS
Registration Opens: MAY 5, 2024!
Registration Closes: August 14, 2024.
**Please note that if you attempt to register after August 14 you may be placed on a waiting list depending on demand and availability within the age group. Additionally, special requests for placement with friends, classmates etc. will not be accepted if you are attempting to register after August 14.
Season Starts:
For 8 years of age and older: the week of September 2nd.
For 7 years of age and under: Saturday September 7th.
Official Opening Day: Saturday September 7th - fun and excitement for all age groups!
Season Ends: Saturday November 10th. (No games or practices October 12th or 13th).
Practice and Game Schedule (tentative):
- U5 and U6: Saturday mornings
- U8: Monday evenings (practices to begin between 5:00 and 6:00) and Saturday mornings
- U10: Wednesday evenings (practices to begin between 5:00 and 6:00) and Saturday afternoons
- U12: Tuesday evenings (practices to begin between 5:00 and 6:00) and Saturday mornings
- U15 and U18: Thursday evenings (practices to begin at approximately 6:30) and Saturday afternoons
The above schedule should allow you to plan for your child’s fall activity schedule. Exact times and field locations will be provided by early August, but all of our facilities are in Northwest Philadelphia and the vast majority are specifically in the Chestnut Hill area.
VOLUNTEERS, VOLUNTEERS, VOLUNTEERS!
CHYSC is an all-volunteer-run organization. Every team must have at least one volunteer parent coach! We are always looking and in need of parents who are willing and interested in coaching in all of our age divisions. No experience is required, just a commitment to working with and supporting our energetic youth. The time commitment is no more than 2 ½ hours per week. Again, this year we are very excited to offer two coach trainings before the season begins, provided by our Head of Soccer Development, Brendan May. Brendan has decades of experience in coaching as well as in training youth coaches and will provide concrete, thoughtful guidance and clear written materials that will assist you through the entire season. With the support of Brendan and your Commissioner, parent volunteers will be given all of the tools they need to run practices and games throughout the season including coaching manuals and links to video content. Summer training session times and locations will be announced by early June.
Please note that in order to coach any team (regardless of age, season or sport) for CHYSC, you must have all of the requisite clearances by the start of the season. When you register as a coach on CHYSC’s website, you will be guided through the process of obtaining clearances (if you do not already have them), and of uploading them to our site. If you have not recently completed clearances (Federal, Pennsylvania and Child Abuse), I highly recommend that you obtain your clearances soon in order to allow for plenty of time for completion of the process.
For more information on the intramural program please click on this link: Intramural Soccer Page
If you have any questions don't hesitate to reach out. Can't wait to meet your kids out on the field!
Sincerely,
Your CHYSC Intramural Soccer Commissioner
Katie Scrivner Bishop
katiescrivner@gmail.com
Become a Sponsor
Our goal is to continue to offer affordable year- round youth sports for many years to come. This is where you/your business can help us by partnering with the CHYSC and becoming a sponsor. Support at any level makes a tremendous impact for the club and helps us to positively engage with our local youth.
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering? CHYSC is a volunteer lead organization and is always looking for volunteers. Volunteer opportunities include, but are not limited to: Board Member, Fundraiser, Coach (head coach or assistant), Team Manager, Field Maintenance Crew, and Snack Bar Worker. In addition to signing up with CHYSC, all coaches with CHYSC are required to submit clearances in accordance with PA law.
Currently seeking members for the following committees: Fundraising and Communications. Please contact Tom McLaughlin (ttommymac@aol.com) for more details.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS
In addition to signing up with CHYSC, all coaches with CHYSC are required to submit clearances in accordance with PA law.
Details for clearances can be read at keepkidssafe.pa.gov. Governor Shapiro has instituted a fee waiver for volunteers. There are three documents that need to be completed
1. Child Abuse History Clearance – https://www.compass.state.pa.us/cwis/public/home
2. Pennsylvania Criminal Record Check –https://epatch.pa.gov/home
and either:
Signed Disclosure Statement (10+ yr continuous PA residents)
OR
If you have not lived in Pennsylvania for the last 10 years, you would need to do an FBI check in lieu of the Signed Disclosure Statement.
https://www.dhs.pa.gov/KeepKidsSafe/Clearances/Pages/FBI-Fingerprinting.aspx
The FBI check would not be free.
Clearances are good for 5 years.
Please reach out to Tom McLaughlin, Operations Manager, for more information: ttommymac@aol.com
Newsletter
SPECTATOR POLICY
Our sports club is committed to creating a safe and positive environment for all our young athletes during sporting events. It has come to our attention that instances of inappropriate adult behavior have occurred, which is unacceptable and goes against the core values of our organization. Therefore, we have developed a strict policy to address and prevent any further incidents of this nature.
Inappropriate adult behavior includes, but is not limited to:
- Verbal abuse or harassment directed at players, coaches, officials, or other spectators.
- Physical altercations or aggressive behavior that can cause harm or discomfort to others.
- Use of offensive language, gestures, or any form of discriminatory behavior.
- Disrespectful conduct towards the opposing team, officials, or any other individual involved in the event.
- To uphold the integrity and safety of our sporting events, we have implemented the following guidelines:
Zero-Tolerance Policy: Any form of inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated under any circumstances.
- Immediate Removal: Any adult found engaging in inappropriate behavior will be asked to leave the premises and may face further consequences, including potential suspension from future events.
- Reporting Mechanism: We encourage individuals to report any incidents of inappropriate behavior to the designated event officials or club management immediately.
- Education and Awareness: We will conduct regular educational sessions and raise awareness about respectful conduct and the importance of positive sportsmanship among all participants and spectators.
We firmly believe that fostering a culture of respect, sportsmanship, and positivity is paramount in the development of our young athletes. We expect all adults associated with our club to uphold these values and serve as positive role models for our youth.
Thank you for your cooperation and commitment to maintaining a safe and enjoyable environment for all participants.
CHYSC Action Shots
CHYSC players in action
Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club
The Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club (CHYSC) was founded in 1962 as The Chestnut Hill Fathers Club. The club name was changed in 2001 to better reflect the mission of the club. We are a community organization of over fifteen hundred families devoted to providing team sports for our children. Although the large majority of our members are from Mt.Airy and Chestnut Hill, they also reside in various nearby communities including Germantown, Roxborough, Oak Lane, Whitemarsh, Erdenheim, Lafayette Hill, Wyndmoor, Flourtown and Oreland. Men, women, parents and non-parents, of all ages and ethnic, racial and social backgrounds volunteer to coach the teams, run the leagues, and administer the club. Their time and dedication benefit an equally diverse group of thirteen hundred children who live or go to school in the Northwest Philadelphia community.
Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club Sponsors
Interested in becoming a sponsor of Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club? Please email us at CHYSCsponsor@gmail.com
ALL-STAR Sponsors
Team First Elite
Visit WebsiteWe are a team-first program that prioritizes the success of the team above individual accomplishments. Our student athletes understand that it is only through working together and supporting one another that we can achieve our goals on the court.
Our program fosters a positive and inclusive culture, where every member of the team is valued and supported. We believe that this team-first mentality is essential to our success and helps to create a strong bond among our players.
We are confident that our team-first approach will lead to not only on-court success, but also personal growth and development for each and every one of our student athletes. So come join us and be a part of something special!
LEADERSHIP Sponsors
Top Gunn Baseball
Visit WebsiteWelcome to Top Gunn Baseball. The top choice for youth baseball camps and private lessons. We strive to improve your child’s abilities on and off the field, teaching them teamwork and leadership skills. We have a long standing record of success ensuring the best possible start into the baseball world and beyond.
CHAMPIONSHIP Sponsors
Orthodontics on the Line
Visit WebsiteOrthodontics on the Line is a new orthodontic practice that provides exceptional care for families in Wayne and the surrounding communities. Whether you need early orthodontics, adolescent treatment, or adult orthodontic care, Dr. Aieman Jazaierly at Orthodontics on the Line will provide an incredible experience for patients of all ages.
Top of the Hill Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry
Visit WebsiteAt Top of the Hill Orthodontics & Pediatric Dentistry, we love children, and it shows in every healthy, young smile that leaves our office. Our board-certified pediatric dentist, Dr. Abbey Sullivan Orozco, along with our friendly team, has advanced training in the unique needs of your little one’s smile.
SPORTSMANSHIP Sponsors
Chestnut Hill Sports
Visit WebsiteChestnut Hill Sports is the local, neighborhood sporting goods store in Chestnut Hill. They are a long time sponsor and supplier for the Chestnut Hill Youth Sports Club.
Next Play Basketball
Visit WebsiteNext Play Basketball’s mission is to teach and inspire young athletes to be great teammates and confident leaders who cultivate a culture of excellence.
