Question 1

What is Florida Girls League (FGL)?

Accepted Answer

The Florida Girls League is the result of a collaborative partnership among Elite Development Program Florida (EDP), Greater Central Florida (GCF), Greater Hollywood Soccer League (GHSL), i10, South Florida Premier League (SFPL), The Florida League (TFL), and United Soccer Association (USA). Together, these organizations have aligned to create a more connected and consistent competitive environment for female athletes across the state.

Question 2

Who runs FGL?

Accepted Answer

Operating through regional divisions administered by each local league, FGL combines statewide alignment with trusted local league services. Beginning this season, girls teams that previously participated across FYSA’s competitive league structure will compete within a single unified platform, providing enhanced competition opportunities and participant experiences.

REGIONAL DIVISIONS
FGL Panhandle: i10 Managed by EDP Soccer Florida 
FGL North: EDP Soccer Florida 
FGL West: USA League 
FGL Central: GCF League 
FGL South (Competitive): South Florida Premier League (South) & EDP Soccer Florida (North) 
FGL Classic (Recreational Travel): Greater Hollywood Soccer League

THERE WILL BE NO GIRLS DIVISIONS IN ANY OF THE FYSA SANCTIONED LEAGUES! All girls teams, statewide, should declare using the same GotSport LINK.

FYSA is the owner of the League, all registrations and billing are on FYSA owned GotSport account.

Question 3

What the League Leaders are saying

Accepted Answer

“When organizations come together around a shared purpose, players benefit. Florida Girls League creates new opportunities for competition, development, and growth while strengthening the girls’ game across every region of our state.”
	– Mickey Briscoe, Director of EDP Soccer Florida

“Florida Girls League allows us to provide a stronger competitive structure for female athletes. We believe FGL will have a lasting impact on the growth of girls soccer in Florida for years to come.” 
	– Kai Velmer, Executive Director of USA League

“Girls soccer in Florida is primed to grow, and Florida Girls League is an important step forward in supporting that progress. We are proud to provide a platform that puts the needs of female athletes first.” 
	– Mike Sroka, President of Greater Central Florida Soccer League

“Florida Girls League represents an exciting new chapter for girls soccer in our state. The unification of our leagues is creating a more collaborative environment to strengthen opportunities for female athletes. We are thrilled to be a part of this new era” 
	– Danny Prenat, Executive Director of South Florida Premier League

“Florida Girls League is more than a new competition platform, it is a commitment from soccer leaders across Florida to work together in support of the next generation of female athletes.”  
	– Shenoy Raghuraj, President of The Florida League

“For many players, recreational soccer is where their story begins. It’s where they fall in love with the game, build confidence on the field, and develop the skills they need to carry them through their journey. We are excited about the new Florida Girls League and are proud to support the growth of the girls’ game,” 
	– Tom Tianich, President of Greater Hollywood Soccer League

Question 4

What are the costs?

Accepted Answer

Declaration is by GotSport, one fee covers the whole year, as follows:

COMPETITIVE - $450
CLASSIC - $300 (for Recreational Travel teams ONLY)

Fall and Spring Seasons are included.
Declarations are open HERE.

Question 5

How much are Referee Fees?

Accepted Answer

We follow SunshineLeagues.org Referee Fee structure and Rules of Competition for the 26/27 Seasonal Year in agreement with all seven (7) FYSA leagues, members of SunshineLeagues.orgHome team pays all referee fees (except playoffs and tournaments)Referees must score games and submit supplementals in a timely manner!Age GroupGame LengthTotal Game FeeFee Split7v7 (U8, U9, U10)50 min (2x25)$95$45 / $25 / $259v9 (U11 and U12)60 min (2x30)$115$55 / $30 / $3011v11 (U13 and U14)70 min (2x35)$135$65 / $35 / $3511v11 (U15 and U16)80 min (2x40)$155$75 / $ 40 / $4011v11 (U17 and older)90 min (2x45)$175$85 / $45 / $45All information on SunshineLeagues.org website applies to FGL, as with all participating leagues.

Question 6

Is there a 7v7 and 9v9 option available for full sided teams?

Accepted Answer

Yes, more info soon.

Question 7

Combined U15/U16 divisions?

Accepted Answer

Maybe, more info soon.

Question 8

Can our girls team still play in a boys only league?

Accepted Answer

YES, of course.

Question 9

More travel or less travel?

Accepted Answer

Under current 25/26 system teams sometimes drove past 3 other clubs to play a team in their league. By having only one girls league we anticipate less travel.

High division teams and teams that advance to playoffs should expect same amount of travel as before. 
Season ending event in Auburndale is planned, but only for best teams in the State. More info to follow.

Question 10

What about a COED team?

Accepted Answer

US Soccer does not recognize COED teams.
A team with even one boy on a roster is a Boys Team. 
Teams with only girls are welcome to declare in FGL.

Question 11

❓❓❓How do I ask a question?

Accepted Answer

Email questions to your usual League Contacts or to racs@fysa.com. New questions and answers will be posted here.

EDP - Mickey Briscoe
GCF - Mike Sroka or Cheryl Roe
SFPL - Danny Prenat
TFL - Tom Tianich or Shenoy Raghuraj
USA - Kai Valmer
I10 (by EDP) - Mickey Briscoe
GHSL - Tom Tianich or Maca Leon (Recreational League)

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