RECREATIONAL (U4-U16)
Recreational is our entry level program designed for players who are new to the game or just looking to play for fun. Within this program there are two divisions based on age group: D4 (U4-U10) and D3 (U11-U16).
RECREATIONAL SOCCER REGISTRATION
General registration has now closed. Late registration is currently open but team placement is not guaranteed. Please register at the link below and we will do our best to place you on a team.
Note: this season we are switching over registration platforms to PlayMetrics, if you do not already have an account you will need to set one up during registration. Click link below for instructions and tips.
PROGRAM DETAILS
With over 1500 players competing annually, our in-house program for U4-U16 players is the foundation of T&C Soccer.
Recreational soccer focuses on the FUNdamentals, blending essential skills with character development like teamwork and good sportsmanship.
Players are assigned to teams in a variety ways: they can return to their previous team, request to play with a friend/coach, or be placed with kids from their neighborhood or school during registration.
Please check the calendar for the return-to-team deadline, as team placement can’t be guaranteed after this date. Remember, no tryouts are required for Recreational soccer.
For 50 years our Recreational program has been built upon volunteer involvement. From Coaches to Assistants, Commissioners and Game Day Helpers. It takes a village and we could not do it without you. Many thanks to those who step up each season to help make things work for the kids.
RECREATIOANL D4 (U4 - U10)
D4 REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE
- 8 weeks of team practice (U6-U10)
- 8 weeks of games (U4-U10)*
- 6 weeks of Skills Training (U5-U10) more info here
- Game day jersey
- End of season participation medal
*weather permitting
D4 Practice Information
Please note that practice days and times for U6-U10 players cannot be requested before registration. However, during registration, you can indicate a day of the week when you are unavailable for practice. The specific practice day and time will be set by the Volunteer Parent Coach.
To guarantee your preferred practice day, consider volunteering as a coach. Your assigned coach will reach out with details about practice scheduling the week before the first session.
For U4 and U5 teams, there are no weekday practices; they will have a session before their weekend games. Most U6-U10 teams practice once a week, typically at T&C, with available time slots from 5:15 to 6:30PM or 6:30 to 7:45 PM.
For general questions about Recreational Soccer please email Dan Rawlinson our Recreational Soccer Director. For questions about player placement in specific divisions please email the age group commissioner in the table below.
REC. DIVISION COMMISSIONERS
| Age Group | Gender | Commissioner | |
|---|---|---|---|
| U4 & U5 | Co-ed | Jaime Llano | U4U5Soccer@tandcsports.org |
| U6 | Boys | Mike Cubbage | U6BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U6 | Girls | Alex Perez | U6GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U7 | Boys | Fulton Wood | U7BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U7 | Girls | Alex Perez | U7GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U8 | Boys | Dan Rawlinson | U8BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U8 | Girls | Jimmy Mason | U8GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U9 | Boys | Dave Pauwels | U9BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U9 | Girls | Jimmy Mason | U9GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U10 | Boys | Dave Pauwels | U10BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| U10 | Girls | Jimmy Mason | U10GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org |
| D3 (U11-U16) | All Divisions | Dan Rawlinson | drawlinson@tandcsports.org |
RECREATIONAL D3 (U11 - U16)
Recreational D3 (U11-U16) players compete in one of our in-house divisions.
D3 REGISTRATION FEES INCLUDE
- 8 weeks of team practice (twice-a-week)
- 8 weeks of games
- 6 weeks of Skills Training for all players, more info HERE
- Game jersey
U11/12 (2014 & 2015s) – These players will compete in an in-house 9v9 league (depending on registration numbers). A game jersey is included with the registration fee. All games will be played at T&C.
T&C U13-U16 (2013 to 2010s) – This division will have teams competing in an in-house 5 v 5, or 7 v 7 league (depending on registration numbers). A game jersey is included with the registration fee. All games will be played at T&C.
Teams practice twice-a-week with their parent volunteer coach for 8 weeks typically on a Mon & Wed or Tues & Thurs from 5 – 6:30pm or 6:30-8pm. Practice time and day is decided by the coach.
Once general registration has closed, we will begin to form the teams and your coach will reach out with more information. If you are interested in coaching please visit the Coach’s Corner page HERE for more information.
RECREATIONAL CALENDAR
| DATE | EVENT |
|---|---|
| Dec 15 | Registration Open |
| Feb 6 | D3 & D4 Return to team deadline. |
| Feb 6 | General Registration Closes |
| Feb 7 | Late registration/Waitlist (team placement not guaranteed) |
| Feb 15 | Team Formation |
| Feb 16-20 | Team Notification (Coach/Roster/Practice/Schedule, etc) |
| Feb 18 | D3 Coaches Meeting (6-7pm) D3 Coaches Clinic (7-8pm) |
| Feb 19 or 20 | D4 Coaches Meeting (6-7pm) D4 Coaches Clinic (7-8pm) |
| Feb 23 | Season Practice Begins |
| Feb 28 | Season Games Begin |
| Mar 9 to Apr 23 No skills training the week of spring break | Rec. Skills & Keeper Training |
| May 2 | Season Games End |
| May 8-10 | T&C Spring Cup Tournament U9-U16 |
SPRING '26 AGES & REGISTRATION FEES
| Birth Dates | Age Groups | Play Format | Reg Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8/1/2021 – 7/31/2022 | U4 Coed | 3 v 3 | $65 |
| 8/1/2020 – 7/31/2021 | U5 Coed | 3 v 3 | $75 |
| 8/1/2019 – 7/31/2020 | U6 | 3 v 3 | $120 |
| 8/1/2018 – 7/31/2019 | U7 | 4 x 4 | $180 |
| 8/1/2017 – 7/31/2018 | U8 | 5 v 5 | $180 |
| 8/1/2016 – 7/31/2017 8/1/2015 – 7/31/2016 | U9 & U10 | 7 v 7 | $215 |
| 8/1/2014 – 7/31/2015 8/1/2013 – 7/31/2014 | U11 & U12 | 9 v 9 | $250 |
| 8/1/2012-7/31/2010 In-House | U13 to U16 | 5 v 5 or 7 v 7 | $260 |
TENTATIVE BLOCK SCHEDULING*
*Below is the tentative Block Schedule for the Spring 26 Rec Season. Game times may change based on final registration numbers per division and field availability. Game times may also be changed due to inclement weather and/or weather makeups. All effort will be made to have consistent weekly game times. Always check with your coach to confirm weekly Saturday game times.
| Age Group | Time |
|---|---|
| U4 Co-ed | 8:30am or 10:00am |
| U5 Co-ed | 11:30am or 1:00pm |
| U6 Boys | 8:30am or 10:00am |
| U6 Girls | 10:00am or 11:30am |
| U7 Boys | 8:30am or 10:00am or 11:30am |
| U7 Girls | 8:30am or 10:00am |
| U8 Boys | 11:30am or 1:00pm |
| U8 Girls | 11:30am or 1:00pm |
| U9/10 Girls | 8:30am* or 10:00am* |
| U9/10 Boys A | 10:00am* or 11:30am* |
| U9/10 Boys B | 11:30am* or 1:00pm* |
| U11/12 Girls | 11:30am* or 1:00pm* |
| U11/12 Boys | 10:00am* or 11:30am* |
| U13-U16 Co-Ed | 2:30pm* or 4:00pm* |
| * times subject to change |
REC. SKILLS & KEEPER TRAINING
Recreational Coaches
T&C offers many opportunities to volunteer, whether as a head/assistant coach or team manager.
Recreational teams are coached by Volunteer Parent Coaches who have passed a Kid Safe background check and completed the necessary child safety courses required by US Soccer in Gotsport. If you are interested in coaching a Recreational team please visit our Coach’s Corner webpage for more information HERE.
Age Group Rule Changes
Moving from U7 to U8
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- U8 has larger goals than U7 and a Goalie (5 v 5)
- U8 teams have a total roster size of up to 8 players.
- The games are two 25-minute halves
Moving from U8 to U9
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- U9 is a 7 v 7 format on a larger field
- U9 teams have a total roster size of up to 12 players.
Moving from U10 to U11/U12
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- U11 is 9-v-9 on a larger 47×75 yard field
- U11 teams have a total roster size of up to 16 players.
- The games go from two 25-min halves to two 30-min halves.
Moving from U12 to U13+
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- U13+ is typically 5v5 or 7v7 depending on registration numbers
- U13+ roster sizes are dependent on registration numbers
- The games go from two 40-min halves or four 20-min quaters.
