Osprey FAQ

When is the season? 
There is one season with TWO SESSIONS: fall starting about August 30th; spring starting about March 1st. They last about 9 weeks.

Can I play another sport? 
Yes. However, players are expected and agree to attend nearly all practices and games unless there is an excusable absence. Playing at this level does require a serious commitment, not only to yourself but also to your team. Playing another sport may be difficult during the soccer season without compromising that commitment as most coaches need an 80%+ attendance to teach.

Where are the games played? 
Generally most are played at the Simplot Soccer Complex at Columbia Village. Again, CYSA may schedule some games at other valley locations.

What is the travel commitment?
U-11 does not travel outside of the State and rarely out of the Treasure Valley, which includes Nampa. U-12 and above begin to travel more to attend tournaments. Approximately two of which are out of the Valley or State.

How often do you practice?
Generally teams practice twice a week beginning 2-3 weeks prior to the season. One practice is with your team coach and a second practice is with our pro-coaching staff assisted by the team coaches.

Where do you practice?
I.O.S.C. has leased its own 11-acre Osprey Training Facility located behind the Capital Christian Center near the intersection of Fairview and Eagle Roads. Here we will have three full size fields and additional skill areas for our exclusive use for team training. This facility is easily reached by way of State, Fairview, Chinden, Franklin or I-84 to Eagle Road. While all of Lee Riley's Professional Practices will be held here, some teams may choose to practice at other locations more convenient to their players' homes such as our past training areas at Fairmont and Winsted Parks in central Boise.

How many games do you play on Saturdays?
Generally one. However, based on available fields and number of teams, CYSA may schedule two games on Saturday or one during the week starting at 5:30 - 6:00 pm.

Are there ever games on Sunday? 
Sunday play occurs only during tournaments. However, if your faith does not allow play on Sunday, no one is ever required to choose between one's faith and play.

Why are you better than other clubs? 
I.O.S.C. can be differentiated from other soccer programs by our professional level of commitment to player development as exemplified by our pro-practice schedule. Our focus is not to win games at entry levels, but in order for our players to develop in the sport and to be able to continue to participate and be competitive at the more advanced levels of play and continue to have fun!