ABOUT DMCV SHARKSRECREATIONAL PROGRAMS
The DMCV Sharks Recreational program is one of the largest in the country, serving thousands of participants in the Del Mar/Carmel Valley area. The DMCV Sharks Rec program is for everyone regardless of skill set. The Recreational Program consists of a Fall, Winter, and Spring leagues for area youth ranging from under six years old to under nineteen years old. We also conduct a wide variety of camps and clinics throughout the year to help players to have fun and further develop their skills.
- ANNUAL TIMELINE
- AGE MATRIX
ANNUAL TIMELINE
| MONTH | RECREATIONAL PROGRAM | DETAILS |
|---|---|---|
| MID NOVEMBER | JUNIOR WORLD CUP (JWC) WINTER PROGRAM | REGISTRATION CLOSED |
| JANUARY | MINOR LEAGUE SOCCER (MLS) SPRING PROGRAM | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| JANUARY | FALL SEASON | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| FEBRUARY/MARCH | JUNIOR WORLD CUP (JWC) | LEAGUE PLAY |
| MARCH - MAY | MINOR LEAGUE SOCCER (MLS) | LEAGUE PLAY |
| MARCH | SUMMER CAMP | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| APRIL | SPRING BREAK CAMP | REGISTRATION OPEN |
| MAY | FALL SEASON | REGISTRATION CLOSES |
| MAY | FALL SEASON | TEAM DRAFT PROCESS COACHES 1st MEETING |
| JUNE/AUGUST | SUMMER CAMPS | 4 WEEKS OF CAMPS, SIGN UP ONLINE |
| END OF JUNE | FALL SEASON | PLAYER DROPS/ADD AND CHANGE REQUESTS |
| AUGUST | FALL SEASON | ROSTERS EMAILED/ SCHEDULES POSTED ONLINE |
| AUGUST | FALL SEASON | EQUIPMENT BAG PICKUP |
| AUGUST | FALL SEASON | UNIFORM PICKUP (COACHES ONLY) |
| MID-AUGUST | FALL SEASON | PRACTICES START |
| END OF AUGUST | FALL SEASON | GAMES START |
| END OF OCTOBER | FALL SEASON | END OF FALL SEASON & RECREATIONAL TOURNAMENT SCHEDULED |
| END OF OCTOBER | ALL STARS | ALL STAR TRYOUTS |
| BEGINNING NOVEMBER | ALL STARS | ALL STAR PRACTICE |
| MID NOVEMBER | JUNIOR WORLD CUP WINTER PROGRAM | REGISTRATION OPEN |
AGE MATRIX
| Under/Age | U5 – U6 | U7 -U8 | U9 – U10 | U11 – U12 | U13 – U14 | U15 – U16 | U17 – U19 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birth year Age Group | 2018-2019 | 2016-2017 | 2014-2015 | 2012-2013 | 2010-2011 | 2008-2009 | 2007-2005 |
| Number of Players on the field | 4v4 | 7v7 | 7v7 | 9v9 | 11v11 | 11v11 | 11v11 |
| Match Time (Minutes) | 2×20 | 2×20 | 2×25 | 2×30 | 2×35 | 2×40 | 2×45 |
| Ball Size | 3 or 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Goal Size | 3×5 | 5×10 | 6×12 | 7×21 | 8×24 | 8×24 | 8×24 |
| Offside Called | NO | YES (BUILD OUT LINE) | YES (BUILD OUT LINE) | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| Maximum Roster Size | 12 | 12 | 12 | 14 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
| Heading | NO | NO | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES |
| Punting | NO | NO | NO | YES | YES | YES | YES |
| League | DMCV SHARKS | DMCV SHARKS | DMCV SHARKS | DMCV SHARKS | SO CAL | SO CAL | SO CAL |
TOPSOCCER
TOPSoccer is an outreach soccer program that is designed to meet the needs of children and young adults with physical and/or mental disabilities. The program is designed to foster the physical, mental, and emotional growth of the child and to teach basic soccer skills in a fun and rewarding environment.
BECOME A VOLUNTEER COACH
Every year we need more coaches, assistants, and team parents. The league depends on parents to fill all these positions, and we are always looking to add to our roster of coaches, at all levels of experience. If you would like to volunteer as a coach or assistant coach, or if you know someone who is interested in making a difference in a young soccer player’s life, please contact Davor Gazivoda, Director of Recreational Programs. No experience is necessary, we will train you!
You can also register online as a volunteer at the same time you register your child and let us know which position you would like. Our Head and Assistant Coaches will be involved in the Fall’s Season draft (team selection process). We will only form teams for the number of coaches we have. All other players will be placed on a wait-list until another coach volunteers.
The requirements for coaching are set by US Club Soccer. All Head coaches must go through the Risk Management process which is paid for by the club. You will also be asked to attend a coaches meetings in May and August.
For detailed information, contact Davor Gazivoda, Director of Recreational Programs.
