Travel Soccer Program

Compete. Grow. Play with Pride.


The Mansfield Youth Soccer Travel Program offers players in Grades 3 through 8 the opportunity to develop their skills in a competitive, team-focused environment.

Our Travel teams compete against other towns throughout Massachusetts, providing players with the chance to challenge themselves, build confidence, and deepen their love for the game — all while representing Mansfield with pride.

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Program Overview



  • Who Can Play: Players in Grades 3–8
  • Seasons: Fall & Spring
  • Games: Saturdays (home and away vs. other Massachusetts towns)
  • Practices: 1–2 evenings per week (schedule set by coach)
  • Focus: Player development, teamwork, and sportsmanship in a competitive setting


League & Affiliations


MYS is affiliated with the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association (MYSA) and participates in the Boston Area Youth Soccer (BAYS) League.

Teams are placed in BAYS divisions based on skill level and past performance to ensure fair, competitive play.

Player Evaluations & Team Placement


Each year, travel teams are formed based on player evaluations to create balanced teams of similar ability.


Evaluation Process Includes:

  • Blind Evaluations – independent assessments of player skill
  • Coach Evaluations – feedback from your player’s current coach
  • Game Evaluations – review of performance during regular play

Team Announcements:

  • Fall Teams: Announced in summer before the season
  • Spring Teams: Announced in mid-March

BAYS Placement:
Teams are placed in divisions by the BAYS Placement Committee, based on recommendations from the MYS Travel Committee and team history.
Adjustments may be made mid-season if a team’s placement is not a good fit.

Learn more about our evaluation process »

Game Details & Expectations


The BAYS League runs for 10 weeks per season.
Games follow MYSA and BAYS rules and vary slightly by age group in field size, duration, and team formation (7v7, 9v9, or 11v11).


Players are expected to:

  • Arrive on time for games and practices
  • Demonstrate good sportsmanship
  • Represent Mansfield Youth Soccer with pride
  • Support teammates and respect referees, opponents, and coaches

 Travel Schedules & Tournaments

Season Schedule:

  • Fall: Begins the Saturday after Labor Day
  • Spring: Begins the first or second Saturday in April
  • League Duration: 10 weeks

Tournaments:

  • Columbus Cup (Fall): Open to all grades and divisions
  • President’s Cup (Spring):
  • Grades 5: All divisions
  • Grades 6–8: Divisions 3 & 4
  • Massachusetts Tournament of Champions (MTOC):
  • Grades 6–8: Divisions 1 & 2



 Uniforms & Equipment



Required Equipment:

  • Official Travel Uniform: jersey, shorts, and socks
  • Note: You must receive a player number from the Equipment Director before ordering
  • Shin guards (mandatory)
  • Soccer cleats or sneakers (no metal cleats)
  • Proper-size soccer ball (labeled with player’s name)
  • Water bottle (labeled with player’s name)
  • No jewelry of any kind
  • Soft hair accessories only

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Travel Coaches

Interested in coaching?
 Our Travel Coaches play a vital role in helping players learn, compete, and have fun.

To apply:

  1. Submit a Coaching Request Form to be considered for a Travel Coach or Assistant position
  2. Complete the CORI background check and all required MYSA training modules

Learn more about becoming a Travel Coach »

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