Winter Season 2027 Information and registration

Terms and conditions

• 1. Registration
  - Registration for the Junior BSSC Winter Season is open to boys and girls aged 5 - 16 years on a first come, first served basis.
  - Registration for Seniors and Juniors is open to both existing and new players.
  - Registration must be completed online via the website. Help and support can be provided with this process - please contact the club via bunyipsoccerrego@gmail.com and we will assist.
  - All registrations require a $40 deposit to secure the spot for the season. Deposits are non-refundable.
  - All players must register with Playfootball at www.playfootball.com.au prior to season start. The Club will advise you when Playfootball is open.
  - If a player is transferring from another club during the season it is the player's responsibility to ensure that they have been de-registered by their transferring club. BSSC will not be held liable if this is not completed in in accordance with Football Victoria (FV) regulations.
  - Junior players in teams Under 12 and up MUST upload a photo as part of their registration. Due to FV regulations, no registration/photo means no play. Players are not eligible to play fixtured games until the Playfootball registration has been submitted by the player and approved/made active by the Club.
  
  2. Fees
  - Fees are payable in full prior to fixtured games commencing as per the FV advertised season fixture calendar.
  - Fees are payable online via your Majestri account. Part payments can be made online - to take advantage of this function please just change the payment amount in the payment box on checkout.
  - Payment plans are available. These are easy to set up via your Majestri account either at the time of registration or at a later date by logging into your account and setting up the request: Set your amounts and the duration of the plan; for example, you can choose weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments at any amount as long as the balance is paid in full by 31st March 2027. The application will then be reviewed and approved by the Club.
  - Payment plans are managed by our Registration/Web provider Majestri via via a direct debit process.
  - We understand that sometimes there are circumstances outside of your control that may impact on your ability to adhere to the fee policy. Please contact the club via bunyipsoccerrego@gmail.com for a confidential discussion.
  - Extensions to existing payment plans may be possible when required. Please contact the club via bunyipsoccerrego@gmail.com.
  
  3. Team Selection
  - We are a growing club - if we have a high number of registrations in Junior age group’s and have more than 1 team in that age group for that season BSSC reserves the right to assign players into a team that best fits their needs and abilities.
  - Senior Men's State League registered players may play in either State League 6 Seniors or Reserves team as per the direction of the Coach.
  - Female players aged 14 and above as of 1st January 2027 are eligible to play State League and Metro Women’s.
  
  4. Junior Playing Policy
  - It is expected that all children under 12 years are actively supervised by parent/guardian during training. The coaches are there to support the children’s development in football and are not babysitters.
  - If your child has any additional needs or participation requirements please speak to the Club Officials and the Coach. This will allow the Club to support your child’s participation in training and games. As the parent you are the expert in your child’s needs and the Club will be able to actively involve you in training activities to support your child’s participation and development.
  - For Miniroos teams U5 - U11: this age is group is all about children learning the game through participation and the ethos is equal game time and participation. Please note that due to numerous factors on game days, equal game time may not be possible during each and every game - equal game time is achieved across the duration of the season.
  - For Competition Teams U12+: attendance and participation in training may impact playing time on game days. Whilst we strive to develop all players throughout the season and provide as much game time as possible, equal game time for competition teams cannot be guaranteed.
  - If you have any concerns, questions or curiosities about playing time during the season please speak directly to your coach in the first instance. Club officials are also available so please reach out to the Club to discuss further. At BSSC's iwe are committed to all children developing not only skills but also team work and a long lasting love of football. All concerns can be constructively resolved when raised and discussed early.
  
  4a. Code of Conduct - Parents/Guardians
  - Be a good role model, children watch and learn from you so please make sure you set a good example. The focus for junior sport should be on development and fun.
  - Bullying, harassment, or any form of misconduct will not be tolerated.
  - Avoid being critical of coaches, referees or Club officials. They are all volunteers who give their time to make sport possible for the children. If you have any constructive advice or suggestions, please speak to a Club official.
  
  4b. Code of Conduct - Players
  - Players are expected to demonstrate good sportsmanship and respect for all coaching staff and fellow players and teammates.
  - Bullying, harassment, or any form of misconduct will not be tolerated.
  - Players are expected to actively participate in all program activities and follow instructions from coaching staff. Any behaviour deemed disruptive or unsafe by coaching staff may result is the player being required to sit out of training activities.
  
  5. Health and Safety
  - Players should wear appropriate sports clothing.
  - Players require shin guards and football boots. Players will not be permitted to participate in fixtured games without football boots and shin guards.
  - All jewellery should be removed prior to training and match play as it can be a hazard.
  - Players are required to bring a water bottle to stay hydrated during the sessions.
  - If BSSC is of the opinion that any adverse weather and/or ground conditions pose a risk to the health and safety of players training will be cancelled. BSSC will communicate this via the Facebook page and email via Majestri to the registered email address and other team specific platforms that may be already be in use such as 'WhatsApp'/Heja etc.
  
  6. Child Safety
  - BSSC is committed to promoting and protecting the safety and wellbeing of all children. We have zero tolerance for child abuse. It is mandatory to report any concern you may have in relation to the safety of children; this includes reporting any unacceptable behaviour from an adult or child toward a child and the abuse of any child who is a member of BSSC. If you have any concerns, please speak to a Club official.
  - If there are any relevant legal restrictions including court orders that may impact your child during your membership with BSSC please email bunyipsoccerrego@gmail.com to advise. All information will be managed confidentially for the purposes of supporting the players safe participation.
  
  7. Photographs/videos
  - I authorise BSSC to use appropriate images of me and/or my child for club promotion material, for example on our website, Facebook, Instagram etc.
  - I understand that should I wish to opt out of appropriate use of images it is my responsibility to advise BSSC in writing.
  
  By registering for the BSSC Winter Season, players and parents/guardians of junior players agree to abide by these terms and conditions.