Grades 5 & 6 are part of the Travel program. Teams are based on gender and grade level. Placement is based on evaluations and skill level. Programs are for Westborough residents only with some exceptions.
Rules & Guidelines
Field Size
80 yards X 50 yards (L x W)
All home games are played at Hadley Fields.
Ball Size
Size 4
Players
9 v 9 (including the goal keeper)
At the start of the game, there must be a minimum of seven players. Six to continue play.
Uniforms
Westborough Youth Soccer Association (WYSA) provides specific uniform guidelines tailored to each program level to ensure consistency and team spirit across the league.
For detailed information on uniform requirements and ordering, please visit the WYSA Uniforms page.
Equipment
Standard issued uniform through Westborough Youth Soccer's provider. Please see Uniforms.
Shoes, shinguards (covered by the socks) are mandatory at all practice and game activities.
Soft-cleated soccer shoes are required.
Coaches
Coaches are volunteers and are parents of players. Please consider volunteering with the WYSA program by signing-up as a volunteer during registration or after registration in your account under Volunteer Opportunities. For more information, please email [email protected] or [email protected].
Volunteers
WYSA relies on the dedication of parent and community volunteers to help run its programs smoothly—from coaching and team management to field setup and event coordination. Volunteering is a great way to support youth development and stay involved in the soccer community.
For details on volunteer opportunities and how to get involved, please visit the WYSA Volunteers page.
Duration of Game
2-30-minute periods. Halftime break of 5 - 10 minutes.
Offside Rule
Yes
Penalty Kick Distance
10 yards
Season
Consisting of ten home or away games played on Saturdays (Girls typically play on Saturday mornings and Boys play on Saturday afternoons).
Fall season (September - November); Spring (April - June).
Trainings and practices start a couple weeks prior to the season.
Fee: $150 per season (Fall or Spring)
There are NO refunds except for documented medical or a move from Westborough.
Links
Contact Information
Boys BPO
Eric Peterson
[email protected]
Girls GPO
Jennifer Kelley
[email protected]
Boys Grades 5/6 Director
[email protected]
Girls Grades 5/6 Director
[email protected]
