Frequently Asked questions - FAQ/Season Information

Welcome to MUFC! Below you'll find answers to common questions about our fall and spring season. Please read and reach out to mortonunitedfc@gmail.com with additional questions.

Evaluations / Season Registration:

• Evaluations will be held early June, check Facebook and the website for dates. Attendance is required even if your child only plans to play in spring.
• Fall evaluations determine rosters for both fall and spring seasons.
• High school boys (U15+) have a separate fall evaluation, typically in November/December.
• Players must register by the posted date.

Stay up to date on upcoming tryouts and events via the MUFC calendar.

Practices

• Teams practice 2x per week, with some adding a third weekly session based on the team's needs.
• Fall practices begin mid-August and run through October, or until before the team’s final tournament.
• Spring practices begin in early March and run through May, or until before the team’s final tournament.
• Locations: McClallen Park, indoor facility, and local grade schools as needed.
• Team specific practice times are shared via TeamLinkt by team manager once schedule is set prior to the season start

Practices are weather-permitting. Cancellations are shared by team managers, club email, and Facebook.

Age Format Guide

• U7/U8: 4v4
• U9/U10: 7v7
• U11/U12: 9v9
• U13+: 11v11

Teams may "play up" in a higher bracket for more competitive games at coaches’ discretion. Tuition is based on the age level played.

Season Fees – Fall or Spring

Red Only Training is an additional fee assigned by the Morton United Board of Directors.

Uniforms & Gear

• New players must order a uniform kit (~$132 + tax/fees).
• Order via TeamWorks after evaluations. Sizing samples are available during tryouts.
• Players are responsible for their own cleats, shin guards and Adidas Metro solid red socks.
• Ball sizes:
  • U7/8: Size 3
  • U9–U12: Size 4
  • U13+: Size 5
• Bring a ball and water bottle to all practices.
• Ordering link is shared post-evaluations.

Volunteer & Concession Requirements

All families must complete:

• 1 concession shift (per family) at McClallen Park (fall and spring).
  • Head coaches, assistant coaches, and team managers are exempt.
• 1 tournament shift for Morton Tournaments (2 shifts if you have multiple kids).
  • Only Parent Head Coaches are exempt

Volunteer Fees Options:

• Complete volunteer hours – no additional fees
• $75 opt-out available in advance of season
• ​​​​​​​$125 total fee if no opt-out declared and duties are missed

Sign-up for concession hours shared prior to season, sign-up for tournament hours shared prior to spring and fall tournaments

Leagues & Tournaments

• U7/U8 (4v4)
  • 3 tournaments OR
  • 2 tournaments + PFCU Thursday Night League
    • Thursday Night League Games mostly in Mossville, some may be in Morton
• U9/U10 (7v7)
  • 3 tournaments OR
  • 2 tournaments + SLYSA CID League
• U11+ (9v9 & 11v11)
  • 4 tournaments OR
  • 3 tournaments + SLYSA CID League
• Morton Spring Cup: All teams expected to participate
• Morton Pumpkin Classic: All teams expected to participate
• Extra tournaments are team-optional and paid separately by participating families.

NOTES: Tourneys will be chosen by coaches and should be shared via team managers.  SLYSA League is typically 6 games over 3 set dates (Sat or Sun). Tournament weekends, teams usually play 3-4 games that weekend. Games are Saturday/Sunday with some Fridays offered in local tourneys.

Player Development Opportunities

• Techne App: Foot skills & drills—access provided to all players.
• Juggle Club: Earn colored bands for juggling milestones (10, 25, 50, 100, etc.).
• Goalie Training: Held each season at no charge to Morton United FC goalies
• Winter Training: Held at Indoor Center
• Spring Skills Camps
• Summer Camps

Watch FB and Website for announcements

Parent Involvement

• Teams hold a parent meeting each season to review expectations, meet coaches, and ask questions.
• Review the club handbook and codes of conduct available on this page

Spirit Store

Club apparel is available year-round on our website.

Further Questions?

Email us at mortonunitedfc@gmail.com