BAYS games are played on Saturdays (through U14). The spring season runs for ten weeks from early April through mid-June. The fall season is from early September to mid-November.  In addition to the weekly games, teams generally practice twice a week. Half of the games are "away," within an area bounded roughly by Routes 3 and 495. 

Unlike our Fall intramural program, BAYS teams are organized by birthdate and according to the players’ level of soccer skill. Newton teams play teams from other towns with approximately the same skill level. Divisions 1 and 2 in BAYS are the most competitive, with playoffs for U12 and over leading to a state championship tournament in the Spring. Teams from all divisions often participate in weekend tournaments on the long weekends of Memorial Day or Columbus Day. 

BAYS tryouts for Newton Youth Soccer are held once each year in the Spring. We do our best to make the tryout process a positive, fun experience for the players. Tryout schedules are released in May when spring registration is opened. In many cases the differences between players are not significant so that team placements, especially in the younger age groups, are at best approximations.

Due to the large number of teams and players involved, make up tryouts are generally NOT available. If you have an irreconcilable conflict, speak with your coach or age group coordinator. Since teams are organized by single-year age groupings based on date of birth, it is important that you provide accurate information when you register and that you are sure that you attend the correct tryout. 

Coaching:

We strongly encourage you to get involved as a volunteer coach or assistant coach as a way to offer your time to the program. Superior soccer skill or experience is not required to be a BAYS coach. What is required is the ability to work with children and a willingness to learn. If you have limited or even no soccer experience, we can provide you with training and support to enable you to become a competent coach for your child’s team. To volunteer as a coach please contact your age group coordinator.