Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 09:05     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:Just to add some personal experience: A couple of years ago, my DC went to an ECNL ID session in late fall and was verbally offered a spot. DC had been on a team (different carding system) and we had paid the full year fee. I assumed we were good to go. The actual emailed offer was supposed to show up a day or two later. A week later, we still hadn’t received it. I reached out to the coach and he said the TD (ECNL) had reached out to the other TD and wanted his blessing, since “you had made a commitment to that club for the year”. Eventually it worked out, but all that to say, tell the club you are leaving - even though it is lame and annoying and shouldn’t be necessary - because these clubs that supposedly compete certainly talk and, I’ve come to find out in the time since, WAY more than most realize (that’s a different story).
ive heard of this happening as well
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 09:03     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
the GA teams around here are rostering 26-28 girls so it might be the same experience. The one GA team I know that has a small roster has a small roster for a reason (they can't get other girls to commit because of bad coaching and team politics)
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 09:03     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Yes, if you look at ECNL rosters, they typically run 20-22 players. Whereas, and currently, GA has closer to 16-18 players.

Op, I don’t think anything would stop you from switching.
they can go up to 30


teams can only roster 18 on gameday right?
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 09:02     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:Yes, if you look at ECNL rosters, they typically run 20-22 players. Whereas, and currently, GA has closer to 16-18 players.

Op, I don’t think anything would stop you from switching.
they can go up to 30
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 08:58     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Hello. My daughter is not clicking with her current team... coach is not her style and she's very unhappy. There is another team nearby that needs players. Questions: I assume if we are paid in full that the ECNL team can't stop us from leaving? Does it make any difference if we do this now (before the season has started) vs waiting another month to see how things are going (say, late September after the season is underway). The two teams do not play each other in league obviously. We have no desire to make anyone angry just want to ensure she has a good situation.


Season just started. Give it some time.


If your kid is not happy I would move her. Better to move her to a team she is happy with vs. Being on a team she doesnt care for and hating soccer.

Also having a coach she can respond and learn from is more important than any league.


It's been a few weeks. Has she played any games? Also, for the people that think you can move, that's false. You need permission from clubs.


You can move, it's just the club could make it difficult.
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 08:56     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Hello. My daughter is not clicking with her current team... coach is not her style and she's very unhappy. There is another team nearby that needs players. Questions: I assume if we are paid in full that the ECNL team can't stop us from leaving? Does it make any difference if we do this now (before the season has started) vs waiting another month to see how things are going (say, late September after the season is underway). The two teams do not play each other in league obviously. We have no desire to make anyone angry just want to ensure she has a good situation.


Season just started. Give it some time.


If your kid is not happy I would move her. Better to move her to a team she is happy with vs. Being on a team she doesnt care for and hating soccer.

Also having a coach she can respond and learn from is more important than any league.


It's been a few weeks. Has she played any games? Also, for the people that think you can move, that's false. You need permission from clubs.
Anonymous
Post 08/21/2025 07:49     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Just to add some personal experience: A couple of years ago, my DC went to an ECNL ID session in late fall and was verbally offered a spot. DC had been on a team (different carding system) and we had paid the full year fee. I assumed we were good to go. The actual emailed offer was supposed to show up a day or two later. A week later, we still hadn’t received it. I reached out to the coach and he said the TD (ECNL) had reached out to the other TD and wanted his blessing, since “you had made a commitment to that club for the year”. Eventually it worked out, but all that to say, tell the club you are leaving - even though it is lame and annoying and shouldn’t be necessary - because these clubs that supposedly compete certainly talk and, I’ve come to find out in the time since, WAY more than most realize (that’s a different story).
Anonymous
Post 08/20/2025 21:51     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Hello. My daughter is not clicking with her current team... coach is not her style and she's very unhappy. There is another team nearby that needs players. Questions: I assume if we are paid in full that the ECNL team can't stop us from leaving? Does it make any difference if we do this now (before the season has started) vs waiting another month to see how things are going (say, late September after the season is underway). The two teams do not play each other in league obviously. We have no desire to make anyone angry just want to ensure she has a good situation.


Season just started. Give it some time.


If your kid is not happy I would move her. Better to move her to a team she is happy with vs. Being on a team she doesnt care for and hating soccer.

Also having a coach she can respond and learn from is more important than any league.


Agree with this. We are the customers. If you’re not happy with the service, especially this early, it’s time to move on. Don’t let a bad season ruin her love for the game. Find the best fit for her.
Anonymous
Post 08/20/2025 21:33     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Hello. My daughter is not clicking with her current team... coach is not her style and she's very unhappy. There is another team nearby that needs players. Questions: I assume if we are paid in full that the ECNL team can't stop us from leaving? Does it make any difference if we do this now (before the season has started) vs waiting another month to see how things are going (say, late September after the season is underway). The two teams do not play each other in league obviously. We have no desire to make anyone angry just want to ensure she has a good situation.


Season just started. Give it some time.


If your kid is not happy I would move her. Better to move her to a team she is happy with vs. Being on a team she doesnt care for and hating soccer.

Also having a coach she can respond and learn from is more important than any league.
Anonymous
Post 08/20/2025 21:32     Subject: Rules around transferring between ECNL/GA clubs
Yes, if you look at ECNL rosters, they typically run 20-22 players. Whereas, and currently, GA has closer to 16-18 players.

Op, I don’t think anything would stop you from switching.