Questions, answers, and resources for SCC families.
Choosing a team means choosing the people, values, and structure that will shape your child’s experience. Look for a program that puts young athletes and the community first.
Many teams are created by dedicated staff who want to bring new opportunities to their community and help children stay healthy, active, and connected. You should expect to see familiar faces from your child’s school, neighborhood, and surrounding community. Those local connections help children build friendships and a sense of belonging. Ask how the program supports local families and keeps the focus on the athletes.
Some programs begin after a coach disagrees with the rules or leadership of a former team. Before joining, ask why the new team was formed, which league it belongs to, and who holds its leadership accountable. A new program should have a clear purpose and a commitment to following the rules.
Be cautious about a team that must travel long distances throughout the entire season. Review previous years’ schedules, too, to see where the team has played and how often families have had to travel long distances. Extensive travel alone does not make a team a “rogue team,” but it is a reason to verify its league affiliation, oversight, and eligibility to compete.
Confirm league affiliation, safety procedures, coaching requirements, registration fees, and the expected travel schedule. Considering an SCC team? Contact us to verify its affiliation and ask questions about the program.
Ask SCC →All SCC staff, including coaches and photographers, undergo Live Scan background checks through the California Department of Justice.
Please note: Having a criminal record does not automatically mean someone cannot coach. SCC reviews each situation individually, considering the nature and circumstances of past conduct and whether it could affect the safety and well-being of athletes today. All participation decisions remain subject to applicable eligibility requirements.
Team fees help cover the real costs of running a youth sports program. All teams in our conference pay for practice fields and game fields—no SCC team receives free fields. Teams must also pay for referees and medics on game days.
Insurance is another necessary expense. Teams using Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) facilities must provide proof of insurance, and athletic activities can require $5 million in liability coverage. The cost of that coverage—not the $5 million coverage limit itself—must be included in the team’s operating budget.
Field rentals and insurance costs have to be funded, and team fees help pay those expenses so athletes have places to practice and compete. Costs can differ by location and facility, which can affect what each team charges.
Based on SCC’s experience over the years, we recommend having at least $10,000 in the team’s bank account before launching a program. Programs that begin without this financial foundation have often struggled to cover expenses and follow through on commitments to athletes and families.
These startup funds help cover practice and game fields, uniforms, insurance, and other essential expenses. Having money available before the season begins helps a team meet its obligations instead of relying entirely on future registration fees or fundraising.
The $10,000 is a recommended starting reserve, not a complete season budget or a guarantee that every expense will be covered. Actual costs depend on the size of the program and local expenses.
No. SCC coaches are volunteers.
Important: Start checking for teams around May. Contact local programs about registration and availability for the upcoming season.
Visit our team directory to explore SCC programs. Need help connecting? Contact SCC with your city and whether you are interested in football or cheer.
Contact the team you are interested in for its current registration details, fees, and required documents. If you need help finding the right contact, email info@teamscc.com.
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