Quick overview:

 

Cost:	$4266.55
Deposit amount:	$1000 (applied to total)
Season Length:	14 games plus playoffs (Top 6 per Div.)
Registration Deadline:	Sept 30th, 2024
Format:	9v9 (8 onfield players plus goalkeeper)
Game Length:	60 mins (30 min halves)
Season Start:	Nov 11th, 2024
Season Holiday Break:	Dec 20th, 2024 - Jan 4th, 2025
Divisional Alignment:	Teams can request division but final divisional assignment   determined by league staff
Game Days:	Primarily Weds, Sun - Select Mon, Thur, Fri, Sat slots
Locations:	Most games to be played at Leila WSF Facility (80%), Fewer games at UofM (20%)
Youtube:	Most games videotaped and made available on league channel

GENERAL INFORMATION:

Fees:

The Total Fee for teams to affiliate as a member of the MMSL for the 2024-2025 indoor season are broken down below.

This fee covers the costs of league operations, administration, facility rental, referee services and applicable GST. (note: All future league fees are subject to change without notice)

	League Affiliation Fee	Field costs/game (14)	Field costs Total	Referee costs per game (x14 games)	Referee Costs Total	Total Games (Regular Season)	Total Cost
Half Field	$1170.00  (+GST)	$166.67 (+GST)= $175.00	$2,333.38 (+GST)	$42.00 (No GST)	$588.00 (No GST)	14
Total Costs  Half Field	$1228.50		$2450.05		$588.00		$4266.55

The MMSL is an affiliated Member of the Manitoba Soccer Association (MSA) and as such, all affiliated MMSL member teams must comply with the following MSA requirements:

A) Register all players on team roster. Player registration cost is $66.00 per player. (Players registered for the Outdoor season are not required to pay again)

B) Register all Club Officials on team roster. Club Official registration cost is $22.00 per Official (Coaches registered for the Outdoor season are not required to pay again).

C) Affiliate as a Member of the MSA. Team affiliation cost is $150.00. (Teams that paid this for the Outdoor season are not required to pay again)

D) Comply with/Complete the Respect in Sport certification requirements for registered Club Officials. - refer to Schedule C for information.

 

Registration Deadlines:

Team Registration closes - Sept 27th, 2024

 

Payment Deadlines:

- Oct 15th, 2024 - 1st 1/3 payment (minus deposit = $422.18)

- Nov 7th, 2024 - 2nd 1/3 payment ($1422.18)

- Dec 6th, 2024 - Final 3rd 1/3 payment ($1422.18)

All outstanding fees due - No later than Dec 15th 2024.

Note: The League reserves the right to suspend teams/cancel games should fees not be paid by Dec 15th, 2024 deadline 

 

Please note: A late fee of $250 will be applied to all outstanding accounts unless account is paid in full or payment plan is set up with the office byt the Dec 15th deadline. 

Please contact the office separately to set up a payment plan.

 

A Non Sufficient Fund fee (NSF) of $50 will be charged on all returned cheques.

The League reserves the right to cancel games (season or playoffs) or deduct points from a teams standings if a outstanding fees have not been paid within the first 9 (nine) games of the indoor soccer season.

The 2024-2025 indoor schedule will be announced after registration has been completed.

All games will be played (primarily) at the Winnipeg Soccer Federation Soccer North Building, located at 770 Leila Ave and the Winnipeg Soccer Federation Soccer South Complex – located at 211 Chancellor Matheson Road (University of Manitoba).

Game will primarily be played on Wednesdays and Sundays (typically 1 game a week). Teams may be required to play occasional game Monday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday.

 

By checking this box, you acknowledge: I have read the policies and rules of the MMSL and have been informed about the requirements of the above policies for the MMSL. I agree to abide by the guidelines as a condition of my membership and my continued membership in the MMSL. I agree to abide by the social media policy. I understand that if I have questions, at any time, I will consult with my league staff via email, telephone or in person.

LEAGUE REQUIREMENTS

1. Application & Deposit: Submit the 2024-2025 Application (Schedule B) with a non-refundable $1000 deposit. Application is incomplete without the deposit (Payment options: Schedule A). All past dues must be cleared before a new application is accepted.

2. Season Dates: October 30, 2024 – mid/late March 2025.

3. Acceptance: Reservation does not guarantee placement; acceptance notification and invoice will follow.

4. Membership: MMSL reserves the right to refuse membership per By-Laws.

5. Performance Bond: All teams must maintain a $300 Performance Bond (transferable from Outdoor play with written confirmation).

6. Meeting Attendance: Team reps or alternates must attend all special meetings and the AGM (Dec/Jan) via in-person or video call. Failure results in a $50 fine.

7. Outstanding Dues: Previous season fines/fees must be cleared before new payments are applied.

8. Performance Bond Refund: Refundable upon written request at season’s end (minus fines); otherwise, it rolls over to the next season.

9. Mandatory League Email Subscription: Team officials must subscribe to league emails for official communication.

10. Refund Policy:
• Withdrawal before the registration deadline: Full refund minus $150 admin fee.
• Withdrawal after the deadline but before schedule publication: Forfeit ¼ of team fees and deposit.
• Withdrawal after schedule publication: Full season fee due.
• Withdrawal or expulsion after the season starts: No refund; all fees due.

11. Financial Responsibility: Primary and alternate team reps are responsible for all registration-related costs.

12. Communication: League communication via email; teams must maintain active email addresses and agree to share contacts for league matters.

13. Media Consent: Teams must inform players that the league may use game footage and photos on social media and/or promotional materials.

Season Length & Format

Half-Field Competition: 14 regular-season games with playoffs for the top 6 teams per division.

Schedule: To be announced after team registration is complete.

 

Game Details:

• 60-minute games (two 30-minute halves).
• 8 players + goalie per team.
• Game days: Wednesdays, Saturdays, Sundays at WSF North & South facilities.
• 6 divisions with 8 teams each.
• Max 25 players per roster (20 players per game sheet)

 

Prizes:

• 1st Place (Season): $250
• 2nd Place (Season): $100
• Playoff Winner: $150

 

Field & Equipment:

Field size: 47m x 64m, no boards, fields seperated by curtain.
MMSL uses a Size 5 ball; home teams provide 2 game balls.

 

Registration:

Managed by MSA. Contact MSA at 204-594-5809 or mbsoccer@manitobasoccer.ca.
MMSL inquiries: 204-654-9574 or office@mmsl.ca.

By checking this box, you acknowledge: I have read the policies and rules of the MMSL and have been informed about the requirements of the above policies for the MMSL. I agree to abide by the guidelines as a condition of my membership and my continued membership in the MMSL. I agree to abide by the social media policy. I understand that if I have questions, at any time, I will consult with my league staff via email, telephone or in person.

MMSL PAYMENT OPTIONS - (for remainder after required deposit)

 

 

MMSL Payment Options (for remaining balance):

1. E-Transfer (preferred): Send to executivedirector@mmsl.ca.

2. Credit Card: Via invoice link or by phone (Visa/MC, 2.4% surcharge).

3. Payment Plan: Contact the office to arrange.

Note: Cash payments are not accepted.

 

Office Hours for Debit/Credit Payments:
Mon-Fri: 10:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (call ahead)
Location: 750 Marion St, Unit 104A
Phone: (204) 654-9574

As the Primary Team Representative for (TEAM NAME) ___________________, I agree, on behalf of all Team Representatives, to comply with the Constitution, By-Laws, Rules, and Policies of the MMSL, MSA, and CSA.

I will register as a Team Official with the MSA and confirm that the provided contact information is accurate.

I accept responsibility for all financial costs related to team registration and agree to regularly check emails as the primary communication method with the league. I also consent to sharing my email address with other Team Representatives for league matters.

 

Teams must have two uniforms: Home and Away.

Each player's shirt must clearly display a number. Players without a visible number will not be allowed to play.

Teams are required to bring their second set of jerseys to every game. If a team fails to provide the second jerseys when requested by the referee, they will forfeit the game and be fined $150.

In accordance with Manitoba Soccer Association Rules:

·  All MMSL teams must have at least one registered Club Official (coach/manager) on their roster and bench during the season.

·  A maximum of four (4) registered Club Officials are allowed in the technical area, including a qualified trainer.

·  All Club Officials must complete the Respect In Sport (RIS) course, mandated by Sport Manitoba.

·  When registering, Club Officials must provide their RIS certification number.

·  Each team must have at least one RIS-certified Club Official or player present at every game (it doesn’t need to be the same person each game).

·  A player can also serve as a Club Official, but they must complete the RIS course.

·  Qualified trainers (medical professionals) are exempt from the RIS requirement.

In accordance with MMSL Rules and Regulations all Team Coaches who play youth players in their teams in both indoor and outdoor seasons are required to have valid Criminal Records Checks (CPIC) in place. This is mandatory.

You can apply for this online using this link; https://policeinformationcheck.winnipeg.ca/ Full details can be found on the website and all questions/enquiries are handled by the Winnipeg Police Service.

The Agency name you need to use is on your application is: Manitoba Major Soccer League Incorporated. Please indicate that you are a VOLUNTEER on the application.

Payment is the responsibility of the individual coach/teams.

Teams who play youth guest players without a verified CPIC form on file at the league office will forfeit the game.

Teams must submit a $1000 non-refundable deposit with their application.

(This deposit is applied to the total amount owing)

 

The application is not complete and will not be submitted without completing this step.

 

Submitting payment (the PayPal button) completes and sends your registration.

YOU MUST HIT THE PAYPAL BUTTON