2021 Playoff Winners
On Sunday, Sep-19, the playoff championship games were played at the Barr Homes Soccerplex. Congratulations to our 2021 playoff winners!
Limestone City FC
Division A Playoff Champions
Congratulations to Limestone City FC for winning the Division A playoff championship match 8-0 against Portuguese Benfica.
Portsmouth Celtic FC
Division B Playoff Champions
Congratulations to Portsmouth Celtic FC for winning the Division B playoff championship match 3-1 against Cataraqui III.
Valhalla
Division C Playoff Champions
Congratulations to Valhalla for winning the Division C playoff championship match 2-0 against Advantage Pools and Home.
Red House FC
Division D Playoff Champions
Congratulations to Red House FC for winning the Division D playoff championship match 1-1 (5-4 after kicks) against JKL Rangers.
2021 Regular Season Champions
Congratulations to our divisional regular season champions. Well done!
Limestone City FC
Division A League Champions
Congratulations to Limestone City FC for winning the regular season in Division A with 22 points. Limestone repeated as champions with a 7-1-0 record, 9 points ahead of Portuguese Benfica.
Cataraqui II
Division B League Champions
Congratulations to Cataraqui II for winning the regular season in Division B with 15 points. Finishing three points ahead of Portsmouth Celtic FC on their 5-0-1 record.
Valhalla
Division C League Champions
Congratulations to Valhalla for winning the regular season in Division C with 19 points. Valhalla finished four points ahead of Advantage Pools and Home based on their 6-1-0 record.
JKL Rangers
Division D League Champions
Congratulations to JKL Rangers for winning the regular season in Division D with 38 points. JKL Rangers finished on 12 points (4-0-1 record) in a dead heat with Red House FC and King's Crew FC, and won on account of goal differential (14-13-3).
Playoffs
The GKSSA playoffs begin this week and there are a few notes to share with everyone.
The A and C playoffs are all one-game affairs that require a winner. If the match is tied at the end of regulation, all matches before the finals will go directly to kicks from the penalty mark.
Because the B and D divisions had shortened seasons, their semi-final matches will be two-legged aggregate score (no away goals). The first legs (B13 and B14 on Sep 7, and D18 and D19 on Sep 10) will end at the end of regulation, no matter the scoreline. The second legs (Sep 14 and Sep 13 respectively) will go to two ten-minute halves of extra time (no golden goal) if the aggregate scoreline after both games is tied. If still tied at the end of extra time, the games will be decided by kicks from the penalty mark.
The D division quarter-final matches (D16 and D17 on Sep 6) must have a winner and, if tied after regulation, will have two ten-minute halves of extra time before going to kicks from the penalty mark if required.
The playoff finals will all be played at Barr Homes on Sunday, September 19. These will have two ten-minute periods of extra time and then penalties if required.
Note: Please note that some fields may be changing over the next couple of weeks due to field availability, so keep your eyes on the website.
BHS notes
A few important BHS notes to be aware of:
- Remember that the last person to leave the Barr Homes Soccerplex is responsible for locking the gate.
- Please park in the usual designated parking lots. The lot past the pond towards Field 2 is for referees and those who are either pregnant or handicapped only.
- Only PLASTIC recycling should go into the recycling bins. Empty your bottles before placing them in the bins. Also, please pick up your used tape and any other garbage and dispose of it in the garbage cans that are readily available at each field, and not in the recycling bins.
Kickoff today!
Today, the 2021 outdoor season kicks off. Please take the time to verify your roster on the website, your contact information, your sponsoor information, etc. If there are any changes required, please contact Alex ASAP.
Good luck to everyone this season, and remember to report your results post-game.
2021 Schedule taking shape
As of this morning, the schedules are now available on the website. These may be subject to minor changes, so keep your eyes open.
Please check your team's contact information/etc and reach out to Alex if there are updates or changes necessary.
2021 Season Registration
Based on the survey put out to teams, we have gathered the information and we are moving forward with plans to run a 2021 outdoor season.
Here are the goals/plans and some reasons why:
- Start date will be July 26 (we are then in phase 3 and avoid most covid protocols - and it also gives team reps time to fill out roster and collect fees)
- A lot will depend on registrations, but the goal is to keep teams on preferred game nights
- The plan is to have 5-6 regular season games, 11v11, playoffs, and potentially a Cup game (we want all trophies to be handed out again)
- Promotion and relegation will not be enforced, and divisions will be aligned to best suit those registered
Fees:
- Total fees will depend on teams registered, and schedules, but the estimate total cost is about $2000/team
- $300 refundable deposit is due to Derek Conlon by Wednesday July 14 via e-transfer (if you need alternate payment methods, please email him and inquire – please note what team you are registering for in the e-transfer payment)
- Final fees will be due by July 25 with the amount to be determined ASAP
- Any refunds will be given at the next AGM
Rosters:
- Rosters are due by Wednesday, July 21, in order to register everyone in time
- If you don’t have access to your team google doc, please contact Alex Fletcher
Other notes/considerations:
- Please remember this season will be very different than past seasons
- Currently only about 1/3 of usual referees are ready to work, so be prepared for single referee games
- We will play some games at BHS and likely September games on turf or lit fields
- All suspensions from 2019 will continue to this season, so please be aware if any affect your team
- Friday night will be reserved for rain dates and potentially Holiday Monday switches