Oregon Adult Soccer Association

I’m new to the area…how do I find a team?

A. You can email us some information (age, soccer experience, gender, etc.) and we’ll put it into our database of players looking for a team which is available to team managers {Link to player looking for team form}. If you want to be more proactive about it, go to our leagues page {Link to leagues page}, find the league/division you think you want, contact the manager (if the league provides this option on their page), or if you really want to speed the process along: get a player card {Link to player registration form}, look at the schedule {Link} to find the team(s) that look interesting and show up ready to play. Most of our leagues allow you to be added to a roster at the last minute. Hints: if you find a league that you think is right for you and they have several games at one location (often Delta park) that may be your best bet. Also, human nature being what it is, if you are looking for a team during the season you might be better off looking at the teams nearer the bottom of the standings {Link} they tend to have less players showing up for each game.

Why do I need a player’s card…where does the money go?

A. OASA is affiliated with the United States Amateur Soccer Association (USASA), United States Soccer Federation (USSF) and Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) in order to be in good standing with these national and world soccer governing bodies, OASA is required to register and issue a player card to every player. The card is then given to the referee prior to each game, if you do not have your card present at each game you are not permitted to play (fines, forfeiture, suspension, and other penalties may be assessed against you, your team manager, and your team for violation of this, or for playing or attempting to play using another players card, and/or while under suspension). If you are ejected (Red carded) from a game, the referee will keep your card and turn it over to the OASA. The card is the property of the OASA and must be surrendered on request.

Of the $35.00 OASA collects for each renewal we pass almost $20.00 on to our parent bodies for liability insurance, accident insurance and fees to pay for programs (National Championships, Select Teams program, US Soccer Festival, Veterans Cup, USASA Coed Championship, Referee Training and Programs, US National Teams, soccer marketing, etc.). We realize most players have their own medical insurance and would rather not spend money on the Accident (secondary medical) insurance, however this is a requirement that we must pay for each player, it is also a requirement of the liability insurance policy that we must have in order to use most fields. Besides, isn’t it nice to know that every player you play with or against has at least a minimal level of coverage? You can take pride in knowing that some small fraction of your fee goes to pay for the US National teams. The $15.00 or so that OASA retains goes mostly for running the office (about 50%), Competitions (20%), Referee Programs (10%) Fields (10%), Newsletter (5%), Other (5%). That’s where your money goes!

How do I obtain a player’s card?

A. Because we need to have your original signature on our form we can not offer this online. However, you can download the form {Link to player registration form} to mail with payment ($35.00 - check, money order, Visa, MasterCard, or American Express) along with a (approximately 2" X 2" ) color photo of your face only AND a clear photocopy of your driver license or other photo i.d including your date of birth. If you are under 18 years of age you must also have a singed parental consent form which you can download here {Link to parental waiver form}. You can also come into our office and we will be glad to take your photo and will try to process your card while you wait. During busy times, such as in the weeks prior to the start of a season, this can take several hours, or you may be asked to come back the next day. Register early!

How long is my card good for?

A. In the old days we had cards that expired at the end of August, which meant that everybody need to re-register in September. It also meant lines stretching the length of several soccer fields all month long and we had one-fifth the number of players that we now have. Then we switched to a system where renewal is at the end of a players birth month, and the initial card cost was pro-rated depending on how long it was good for. The renewal at birth month idea worked well and really helped reduced the (still long) lines in September. However, the pro-rated fee caused all sorts of problems for players, managers, and the office. Mainly it was confusing. So, we switched to a system that charges everybody $35.00 for their initial player card which is good for not less than three months and not more than fifteen months, depending on your month of birth and when you first get your card. This system is working well for everybody, although every once in a while someone complains when their card is only good for three or four months. We apologize for this, but feel we have established the system that best serves everyone needs. After your first card, you should get a renewal notice in the mail advising you that it’s time to renew your card. If you renew at this time, your card will be good for one year.

How long does it take to get a card?

A. If you come into the office, please allow one business day to process the card. Via mail please allow several days. Remember, if you register or re-register right before a season starts, you can expect to wait in line or have your registration by mail be delayed by a few days. Please register early!

I lost my player’s card – how do I get a new one?

A. If you have a currently valid OASA player card (with digital picture) we can issue a new card with a completed registration form {Link to player registration form} and a $10 fee. You can mail or fax the form with credit card payment or bring it into the office. If your card is expired or within three months of expiration you can pay $35.00 for a renewal.

My card expired – how can I renew? (Do I need my old card to renew)

A. You should get a renewal notice in the mail about a month prior to when your card will expire. You can download the form here {Link to player registration form}. Complete the form and send it to the OASA office along with $35.00. If you are paying by credit card we will accept this form via fax at 503-297-4513. You do not need your old card.

Can I register over the phone?

A. Because we need to have the registration form completed and SIGNED, we cannot do registrations over the phone.

Do you issue temporary cards?

A. No, we do not issue temporary or limited play cards.

I was hurt while playing in a game – how do I apply for insurance coverage?

A. The coverage USASA provides is an Excess or Secondary type policy. All charges are subject to a $400.00 deductible. Maximum benefit per injury is $5,000.00. You can download a claim form here {Link to insurance form}. You must complete this form and mail it to OASA along with copies of all medical bills. We will forward this on to USASA’s insurance company.

I need directions to a field

A. We can help, {Link to field directions}.

I received a red card – how do I get my card back?

A. Assuming that this was a league game (as opposed to a tournament, cup game, or other type) and your offense was routine (not referee abuse or assault - which are very serious and by USSF regulation adjudicated by the OASA) , OASA receives the referee report and forwards it to the league (each league has their own judicial procedures), the league determines the length of the suspension, generally one to four weeks, unless the offence is considered very severe and/or you have a significant judicial history. Once we hear back from the league we will send you a letter (some leagues will also send you a letter) explaining your suspension and when you are eligible to get your card back. OASA charges a $20.00 administrative fee for the return of your card. Once you have paid this fee and served your suspension we will mail your card or hold it for you to pick up. Please download the red card return form {Link to red card return form}, fill it out, and mail or fax with your $20.00 payment.

I want to appeal a red card – who do I talk to?

A. Depending on which league you were playing in when you received the card, the answer is different, you might check the league page {Link to league page}. If you have exercised your appeal within the league, you have the right to appeal to the OASA Discipline and Appeals Committee {Link to appeal procedures}.

How do I make a complaint regarding a referee?

A. The Oregon Referee Committee Professionalism Sub-committee hears all complains about the conduct of referees (on and off the field). The complaint must be in writing and mailed, faxed, or email to the OASA. The Professionalism Sub-committee will review the complaint and may hold a hearing, place a letter in the referees file, fine, suspend, require additional training, or any combination of those. The OASA will also forward a copy of your letter to the appropriate league. For more information look at the referee pages {Link}.

I’m interested in playing indoor soccer, can you help?

A. Currently none of the local indoor centers is affiliated with USSF and/or OASA but check out our indoor page with links to the centers {Link to indoor page}.

I played as a professional player, now I want to return to amateur status, what do I do?

A. OASA can help you with this {Link to Am Reinstatement}.

What are the playing rules?

OASA games are played using FIFA rules , modified by OASA’s playing rules {Link to playing rules} and sometimes by league rules.