MYSA
SPring CHallenge League 2027
The Montgomery Youth Soccer Association provides a competitive playing environment for dedicated and skilled players, with all league matches taking place within Montgomery County.
SEASON
TBD
Team Registrations
Ages U8-U19
Application Deadline
TBD
Tentative Schedule Release
TBD
Master Schedule Release
TBD
Game Days
Saturdays and Sundays
Bye Week
May 29-31, 2027
Game Times (Range)
10:00 am – 7:00 pm
GAME LOCATIONS
Montgomery County Local fields
The Montgomery Youth Soccer Association
The Montgomery Youth Soccer Association provides a competitive playing environment for dedicated and skilled players, with all league matches taking place within Montgomery County.
The Challenge League also operates during the fall and spring seasons, serving U8 through U19 players across boys and girls divisions. It provides meaningful competition for clubs and independent teams while maintaining an emphasis on player development and enjoyment. The Challenge League is designed to attract teams from throughout the region by offering well-organized, appropriately leveled competition that supports independent clubs and maintains the operational excellence that distinguishes MYSA from less professionally managed alternatives.
Teams in the Montgomery Youth Soccer Association operate with a high degree of independence. Each team is responsible for player recruitment, roster management, team administration, budgeting, and player fees.
The Montgomery Youth Soccer Association offers a valuable pathway between recreational and travel soccer, providing:
- A competitive level of play comparable to many regional travel leagues—without the need to travel outside Montgomery County.
- Professionally managed league operations, including field assignments, referee scheduling, game scheduling, and conflict resolution.
- Added convenience for coaches managing multiple teams, with league scheduling coordinated to minimize conflicts.
Whether players are looking for a more competitive environment or preparing for future travel soccer opportunities, the Montgomery Youth Soccer Assocation offers a strong developmental pathway close to home.

League Age Groups & Fees
U-8 (2018s)
5 v 5
TBD
Up to 10 players are allowed on the roster. Games are 25-minute halves
U-9 (2017s) – U-10 (2016s)
7 v 7
TBD
Up to 14 players are allowed on the roster. Games are 30-minute halves.
U-11 (2015s) – U-12 (2014s)
9 v 9
TBD
Up to 16 players are allowed on the roster. Games are 30-minute halves.
U-13 (2013s) – U-16 (2010s)
11 v 11
TBD
Up to 18 players are allowed on the roster. Games are 35-minute halves.
U-17 (2009s) – U-18 (2008s)
11 v 11
TBD
Up to 20 players are allowed on the roster. Games are 40-minute halves.
League Rules Highlights
01
Build-out lines required for U10 and below
02
No heading for U8–U11
03
Slide tackling is allowed for U11 and up
04
Referees: 2 per match (U12 and under), 3 per match (U13 and up)
05
Centralized scheduling via Playmetrics
06
Block scheduling & double coach scheduling options available
REFUND POLICY
00% – Before team acceptance
75% – After team acceptance
50% – After schedule completion
0% – After schedule is posted
$75 administration fee deducted for any refund
*Note – Referee fees are included in the cost. All teams will be required to be USYS rostered.
Spring into action!
Register and get ready for a season of competition and development.
