The Florida Suncoast Soccer League (FSSL) was established in 1973 and is the largest amateur league in the Florida State Soccer Association. The FSSL has a men’s division and an over-40 men’s division. There are approximately 66 teams in the various divisions. Within the men’s division there are four levels of competitive play. The divisions are Premier, Division I, Division II and Division III. Players must be at least 18 years of age to participate. Youth players at least 16 years of age may join adult teams with the permission of FYSA. Games are held on Sundays. The Over 40 men’s division has 6 teams that play on weekday evenings. The men’s regular season runs from early-September through February, with each team playing 14-16 games. Scheduling of games depends on the division in which the team plays, field availability and referee availability. Following the regular season there are division cups and a league cup. The FSSL also has a number of teams that participate in the Florida State Cup each spring and in the USASA National and Open Cups. New players may join teams during the regular season and throughout cup play. Some of the advantages of membership in FSSL include: Regular season of competitive games Player and team insurance Network of leagues and teams throughout the state Regular communication about programs and opportunities within the state and around the nation Opportunity to participate in state and national cup competitions Access to certified referee assignors and certified referees If you click on the link below you will find a list of member teams in the 2004-2005 regular season. The teams are listed by division with the manager’s phone number and team’s home field. (Field directions are also listed on this site.) Women are also welcome to participate on the men’s teams. The best way to find a team is to contact the manager of the team you are interested in and talk to them about practice time, level of play, and how to join.
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