FIELD CLOSURES
If you have not been advised that your field has closed, please proceed the field as it will be a game time decision by your Match Official.
Air Quality - This decision will be made no later than 4pm and will then be communicated to the affected teams. As with any weather related condition, if you have not heard from the DRSA that your game is cancelled, you are expected to proceed to the field as it will be a game time decision by your Match Official.
Final decision will be sent no later than 4:00pm.
Air Quality WATCH for: Wednesday July 16, 2025
DRSA - All Late Games will be PLAYED
We ask that you please limit your calls to the DRSA Office. As soon as we know of field closures the teams will be notified through E2E.
Do You Know if the Club You Are Registering With is a Member of DRSA or Ontario Soccer? Here's why it matters.
The DRSA/Ontario Soccer offers several benefits with respect to membership which includes coaching development, match official development, player development, Canada Soccer standards through club licensing, volunteer screening and organizational development. More specifically, membership provides access to the following:
- Ontario Soccer sanctioned competitions and events
- Ontario Soccer’s Player Pathway
- Provincial Xcel Program
- Ontario Player Development League (OPDL)
- Club Development and Support
- Government Relations, Advocacy and Marketing Support
- Coaching Development and Support
- Grassroots and Long-Term Player Development Programming and Resources
- Match Officials Development and Support
- Governance Support
- Ethics and Discipline Support
- Concussion Resources
Insurance
The DRSA, through its membership with Ontario Soccer, has secured liability and accident insurance through HUB International and coverage only applies to DRSA registered members/participants and is included in the registration fee paid by each registered member.
The General Liability policy is designed to protect against lawsuits from individuals alleging that the Club, League, District, Ontario Soccer and/or its registered members/participants have negligently caused “bodily injury” to a player or spectator. The policy also covers other types of lawsuits such as property damage, personal injury and non-owned automobile liability. The Accident Policy is designed to reimburse a registered member/participant who suffers a covered injury or death while participation in an Ontario Soccer sanctioned activity.
The General Liability and Accident Policy are only provided to registered members/participants, match officials, coaches, managers, officials, administrators and volunteers.
Please note, that non-registered members are not entitled to have access to Ontario Soccer registered match officials which may create a liability issue with respect to officiating soccer games.
FC Seaton
Please be advised that FC Seaton’s membership with DRSA has been terminated. As a result, the Club is no longer a sanctioned member of DRSA or Ontario Soccer and, as such, are no longer entitled to the benefits afforded by membership in DRSA and Ontario Soccer.
FC Ajax Soccer Academy
Please be advised that FC Ajax Soccer Academy is not a sanctioned member of DRSA or Ontario Soccer and, as such, are not entitled to the benefits afforded by membership in DRSA and Ontario Soccer.
DRSA Inclement Weather Policy
The safety of of players, team officials, and spectators is of paramount importance. All games are expected to be played rain or shine. However, below is a summary of the protocol that will be adhered to for games being played in DRSA run leagues/divisions.
Lightning - If the lightning is visible then Match Official will stop play and/or cancel the game. In the event that the Match Official does stop play, please proceed to your vehicles or a building and await further instruction. Under no circumstances should players, team officials or spectators remain on the field once a game has been halted/cancelled due to lightning.
Extreme Heat - All games proceed when the temperature is under 38C.
Air Quality - In the event of poor air quality, the DRSA will notify teams of any cancellations as soon as possible. If you have not heard from the DRSA, please proceed to the field as it will be a game time decision by your Match Official.
DRSA Statement Regarding Non-Members Operating Within Durham Region
In order to clear up any potential misunderstanding, please note that the following organizations are neither a member of DRSA nor, sanctioned by Ontario Soccer:
- Durham Region Soccer Centre
- Canada Dynamo (East Toronto Soccer)
- Triple Balance Soccer Academy
- Durham Region Sports League
- JPL Canada
- FC Ajax
- FC Seaton
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Michelle Loveless.
Interested in earning some extra money this summer? DRSA is looking for Match Officials for this summer. If you are 12 years of age or older and are interested, please contact Michael Smith.
New Match Official Clinic Registration
Entry-level Match Official clinics are now open for registration. Match Officials are the backbone of the game of soccer because without them, games cannot take place.
If you are a young person who needs support, you can reach out to Kids Help Phone’s professional counsellors by calling 1-800-668-6868 or visiting kidshelpphone.ca. Their service is free, anonymous, confidential, and available 24/7/365.
Si tu es un jeune et que tu as besoin d’aide, tu peux communiquer avec les intervenants professionnels de Jeunesse, J’écoute au 1-800-668-6868 ou en visitant Jeunessejecoute.ca. Le service est gratuit, anonyme et confidentiel et ce, 24/7/365.
