Girls Unite offers soccer during the season to pre-k to 1st graders under this program. Please review the FAQ below. We will provide updates where needed as soon as possible.
Important deadlines to be aware of can be found on our https://girlsunite.org/micro-reg/ page.
GENERAL OVERVIEW
When does fall Scoreboard Soccer and Microsoccer season start and end?
Answer:
For Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer: The season starts early Sept (depending on permits) and will go through mid Nov. There will be eight sessions; more details will become available when schedules are posted.
For Vikings Micro: The season starts middle/end of Sept (depending on permits) and will go through Oct. There will be approximately six games; more details will become available when schedules are posted.
Do I need to register my player if they played on a group previously?
Answer: Yes, you MUST complete a NEW registration for every season of Vikings Microsoccer and Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer. Registration and communication updates are done using Byga (our online communication platform). There are different registration processes for Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer and Vikings Microsoccer.
If my child has never played soccer or never played with Girls Unite, how do they join a group?
Answer: We’d like to make sure you get the right team or class fit. Please email dleone@girlsunite.org and operations@girlsunite.org with any teammate/school placement requests.
Where can I learn more about the Vikings microsoccer league?
Answer: For general microsoccer league information visit: Vikings Microsoccer Overview
TEAM FORMATION
If we are already on a Girls Unite Vikings Microsoccer team or Scoreboard Soccer Class will we stay in the same group?
Answer: We do our best to keep the same groups that played together previously for the upcoming season, however, if children join/leave the program this can affect group formation.
What is the team or class size?
Answer: teams and classes consist of 10 minimum – 13 maximum players. Up to 2 more players can join as session or practice only players.
What happens to my team for 2nd grade (and older)?
If your child is in 2nd grade, they must play recreational soccer as the Scoreboard Soccer and Vikings Microsoccer league only offers options through 1st. Email operations@girlsunite.org if you’d like to join a Rec team (vs Scoreboard Soccer and Vikings Microsoccer)! Girls Unite has a place to play for all players who register prior to the club deadline!
Weee Kickin It Scoreboard Soccer Classes or Vikings Microsoccer Practices
Where is the class or practice held?
Answer: To Be Determined (TBD). Permits are processed in late June/early July for fall season and mid Feb for spring season. If you are returning from a previous season, please note that we attempt to keep class or practice schedules as close to the prior season’s as much as possible provided it worked for families/coach/is available through SF Park and Rec. Information will be provided via Byga once it is available.
When is class or practice held?
Answer (DAYS/TIMES): TBD – Same as answer above.
What if my child is assigned to a class or team practice that conflicts with other obligations?
Answer: We do our best to accommodate families, please contact operations@girlsunite.org with your windows of availability and we’ll do our best to connect you to another class or team practice option. Please note the Girls Unite refund policy.
GAMES or CLASSES
Where are classes or games held?
Answer: for Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer, classes will be held at Poterero Del Sol or Noe Valley area. For Vikings Micro league, games will be played at Marina Green (on Marina Blvd), at Little Rec (in Golden Gate Park across from Kezar), and at West Sunset lower field (41st Ave & Pacheco), or at St. Mary’s Rec.
When are classes or games?
Answer (DAYS): Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer classes will take place on weekends mostly on Saturdays with an option on Sundays for one or two classes. Classes are at the same time every week for the same age group. Vikings Microsoccer Games will take place on weekends mostly on Saturdays. Classes and game schedules will be posted within Byga for easy access.
Answer (TIMES): For Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer, classes are offered at the time stated during registration. For Vikings Microsoccer Games, times vary from early morning to afternoons. Classes and game schedules will be posted within Byga for easy access.
In summary, Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer currently has classes per age group Sat 9-1 and Sun 12-1. Vikings Microsoccer league is only Saturdays, 8 am-4 pm kickoffs.
When will classes or game schedules be posted?
Answer: Schedules will be posted 2 weeks prior to the start of the season (in mid-Aug for fall Weee Kickin’ It, mid-Sept for fall Vikings, mid-Feb for spring Weee Kickin’ It, late-feb for spring Vikings). Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard soccer classes will be set per age group and communicated through the registration link.
REGISTRATION
What is the cost of Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard Soccer or Vikings Microsoccer & how do I register?
Answer: please look at the Micro Program details page.
*IMPORTANT* If your child did not play with Girls Unite in the prior season you must email operations@girlsunite.org in addition to completing the registration below.
(DO NOT USE THIS LINK IF YOU ARE REQUESTING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE. SEE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE SECTION FOR SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS.)
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
Does Girls Unite offer financial assistance for Weee Kickin’ It Scoreboard soccer or Vikings Microsoccer?
Answer: Yes, in order to apply for financial assistance, you must complete the BOTH Part A & B below…
Does our family need to reapply each season? What if we have multiple kids who need assistance?
Answer: Yes, families must reapply for financial assistance each new season. A separate request must be submitted per child.
Complete Two-Part Process Below…
PART A: Click & complete a Financial Assistance Request Form
Deadline to submit this request: May 5th or mid Oct
PART B: Begin the Byga registration process, AFTER you start the Byga registration process, email Girls Unite Admin (operations@girlsunite.org). Girls Unite Admin will then be able to apply the financial assistance reward within 3 business days and you will log back into Byga to complete the adjusted club registration link.
Financial Assistance offers require a QUICK response on behalf of families.