What Does It Cost?

One of the many reasons why soccer ranks second in popularity among all team sports in the United States with kids 6 to 11 years of age is that soccer is a relatively inexpensive sport. Nevertheless, as you move into club soccer, parents can expect higher costs than those encountered at the recreational soccer level. With the support of a great many volunteers, including Coaches, parents and sponsors, the cost of being a Cosmos player is much less than might be expected and is less than any other club in the State of Massachusetts. To aid you in your planning, we are providing the following, general outline of the types of costs which can be expected. Because these costs vary from year to year, it is impossible to provide specific cost information. However, at the beginning of each soccer season (Spring and Fall), you will be provided with an itemized statement.

(1) Cosmos Club Fees: Fees are paid each fall and spring and cover a long list of expenses. Some of these include field maintenance and improvement, player insurance, equipment, etc. We are a non-profit corporation with no city or county support. We make every effort possible to keep our expenses at a reasonable level.

(2) MYSA and Mass Futsal Charges: Each player is required to be registered with the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association and Massachusetts Futsal Association.

(3) Uniforms: We are proud of our Cosmos uniforms. You can expect to buy a Cosmos uniform, consisting of the Gold uniform and the Navy Blue uniform, a practice jersey, warm-up pants, warm-up jacket and backpack.  Generally, home teams are required to change into an alternate uniform when their uniform is too similar to the opponent's.

(4) Tournaments: By careful planning the cost of tournament play can be greatly reduced.  Currently the club only plans on participating in local tournaments.

(5) Birth Certificates: In order to participate in tournament play, it is necessary for us to have a copy of your daughter's certified birth certificate. We ask that you submit this birth certificate at the beginning of the Fall season, along with your payment of the Cosmos fees.

(6) Equipment: At the club level of soccer, shoes are vitally important to a player's performance. Cleats are strongly recommended for outdoor play, while futsal specific shoes are recommended for the winter futsal session.

(7) Other Incidental Costs: At different times during the year, the Club will offer players the opportunity to purchase sweat suits, shirts, and other articles of clothing which bear the Cosmos logo. Again, these purchases are strictly optional.