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Travel Academy Frequently Asked Question's

Q: How long and how many times a week are practices?
A: The Travel Director and the coach determine the number of practices, length, starting time and location. Usually 1-1/4 to 1-1/2 hours, once a week.


Q: Is my child expected to attend all practices every week?
A: Players are expected to attend all practices and to notify the coach, prior to practice, if they cannot attend.


Q: Will my child play in every game?
A: Academy players must play in one-half of every game.


Q: How far do you travel to a game?
A: Generally less than 1 hour. Excluding tournaments, teams generally travel within Fairfield and New Haven counties.


Q: Do you travel every weekend?
A: No. Every schedule includes home games. Home games are played at East Village Park, Capewell Park, Shelton High School and Nike Site depending on the age group and field openings.


Q: Are games played on Saturday or Sunday or both?
A: They are usually scheduled on Sundays, but schedule or weather conflicts may require Saturday games for Academy teams.


Q: How many children will be rostered on the team?
A: The travel director and the coach determine the number of players on a team. Generally 10 players, however could be up to 16 players.


Q: When and how will a parent be notified if their child has made a team?
A: Tryout participants will be notified by email that rosters are posted on Shelton FC Website after the tryouts.


Q: What are the costs of the uniform and who pays for them?
A: Uniform costs range from $100 to $150. The uniform consists of three shirts, one pair of socks and shorts. Players pay for their own uniforms.


Q: Can my child play another sport/activity while being on the Travel soccer team?
A: 
Yes, as long as they can attend all practices and games.







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Shelton, Connecticut 06484

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