Welcome to Jack London Youth Soccer League!
For forty years the Jack London Youth Soccer League, with the help of hundreds of volunteers, has presented competitive and recreational soccer matches for thousands of children in Oakland, Alameda, and Piedmont. We are proud of our league’s rich diversity and our record of hosting matches in a safe and positive environment.
Due to current weather conditions and soil saturation, the following JACK LONDON YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE field status updates are in effect for, Sunday, April 12th, 2026:
🚫 CLOSED GRASS FIELDS
All games at these locations are CANCELLED:
The following synthetic turf fields remain OPEN and will proceed with scheduled play:
📣 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
Stay Dry!
🚫 CLOSED GRASS FIELDS
All games at these locations are CANCELLED:
- Alameda Point Fields
- Atlantic/Main Street Fields
- Harrington Park Field
The following synthetic turf fields remain OPEN and will proceed with scheduled play:
- Bret Harte
- Cesar Chavez
- ECCL
- Edna Brewer
- Elmhurst
- Estuary Park
- Fremont High School
- Madison Park
📣 IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS
- For Rec League Games hosted by ABSC, EAFC, and RUSC: Your opponents will connect with you directly regarding any specific field closures for these hosted games.
- Notice to Coaches and Team Managers: Please communicate with your opponent about the game cancellation IMMEDIATELY and begin the rescheduling process.
Stay Dry!
JLYSSL Rain-Outs
Check Back at 6:30am for more information regarding the anticipated rain to hit the Bay Area.
How will the Rain Out Notification Go Out?
- Official Rain Out Notification will be posted on landing page of the JLYSL Website and Sportlynx
- There is no Rain Out Hotline to Call.
- JLYSL will also email Club Officials to help expedite information.
- [RE: Rec Play:] Spurs/Richmond/ABSC will communicate early AM regarding field closures to JLYSL,
and this information will be included in notification.
How do I know if my field is grass or turf, and if it has been close?
- All fields that are affected will be listed in the Rain Out Notification.
- No Rain Out Notification = Play ON!
If opponents are refusing to play due to rain, and no rain out notification has been sent?
- The team should notify the opponent that this would be considered a forfeit,
and the JLYSL late cancellation fee may be applied.
- No reschedule will be granted.
How will the Rain Out Notification Go Out?
- Official Rain Out Notification will be posted on landing page of the JLYSL Website and Sportlynx
- There is no Rain Out Hotline to Call.
- JLYSL will also email Club Officials to help expedite information.
- [RE: Rec Play:] Spurs/Richmond/ABSC will communicate early AM regarding field closures to JLYSL,
and this information will be included in notification.
How do I know if my field is grass or turf, and if it has been close?
- All fields that are affected will be listed in the Rain Out Notification.
- No Rain Out Notification = Play ON!
If opponents are refusing to play due to rain, and no rain out notification has been sent?
- The team should notify the opponent that this would be considered a forfeit,
and the JLYSL late cancellation fee may be applied.
- No reschedule will be granted.
No Dogs on Fields
No dogs of any shape or size are ever allowed on Jack London fields. This includes practices as well as games. The only exception is registered guide dogs. Thanks for your cooperation.





