Recreational

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).

FALL 2026 REGISTRATION OPEN

Fall 2026 Recreational Registration is OPEN! To register click below.

SIGN UP HERE: Fall 2026 Rec. Soccer

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

A volunteer buyout fee of $40 per player is included in your registration. Families may earn a $40 refund per registered child by completing 4 volunteer hours during the season in support of T&C Soccer

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 GroupGenderCommissionerEmail
U4 & U5Co-edPosistion OpenU4U5Soccer@tandcsports.org
U6BoysMike CubbageU6BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org
U6GirlsAlex PerezU6GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org
U7BoysMikey RamirezU7BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org
U7GirlsAlex PerezU7GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org
U8BoysFulton WoodU8BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org
U8GirlsJimmy MasonU8GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org
U9BoysDave PauwelsU9BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org
U9GirlsJimmy MasonU9GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org
U10BoysDave PauwelsU10BoysSoccer@tandcsports.org
U10GirlsJimmy MasonU10GirlsSoccer@tandcsports.org
D3 U11/12GirlsTony Hobdy
D3 U11/12BoysDan Rawlinsondrawlinson@tandcsports.org
D3 U13/U15Co-EdDan Rawlinsondrawlinson@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

DATEEVENT
Early JuneRegistration Open
Aug 16D3 & D4 Return to team deadline.
Aug 16General Registration Closes
Aug 17Late registration/Waitlist (team placement not guaranteed)
Aug 31 weekTeam Notification (Coach/Roster/Practice/Schedule, etc)
Sept 2D3 Coaches Meeting (6-7pm)
D3 Coaches Clinic (7-8pm)
Sept 3 or 4D4 Coaches Meeting (6-7pm)
D4 Coaches Clinic (7-8pm)
Sept 7Season Practice Begins
Sept 12Season Games Begin
Spet 21 weekRec. Skills & Keeper Training Begins
Oct 26 weekRec. Skills & Keeper Training Ends
Nov 7/8Season Games End
Nov 14thTournament (Optional)

AGES & REGISTRATION FEES

NOTE: Fees above include $40/season volunteer buyout which can be earned back by volunteering to be a Head/Assistant Coach or completing 4-hrs of assistance on campus. Examples – Helping out on beautification day, game day assistance, field set-up/take-down, jersey sorting, etc. Volunteer sign-up opportunities are viewable each season in PlayMetrics.

US Youth Soccer Information Regarding Age Group Classification Change
Birth DatesAge GroupsPlay FormatReg Fee
Aug 1, 2022 – Jul 31, 2023U4 Coed3 v 3$110
Aug 1, 2021 – Jul 31, 2022U5 Coed3 v 3$120
Aug 1, 2020 – Jul 31, 2021U6 3 v 3$170
Aug 1, 2019 – Jul 31, 2020U74 x 4$240
Aug 1, 2018 – Jul 31, 2019U85 v 5$240
Aug 1, 2017 – Jul 31, 2018
Aug 1, 2016 – Jul 31, 2017
U9 & U107 v 7$265
Aug 1, 2015 – Jul 31, 2016
Aug 1, 2014 – Jul 31, 2015
U11 & U129 v 9$300
Aug 1, 2013 – Jul 31, 2014
Aug 1, 2012 – Jul 31, 2013
Aug 1, 2011 – Jul 31, 2012
U13 to U157v7 or 9v9$300

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 GroupTime
U4 Co-ed8:30am or 10:00am
U5 Co-ed11:30am or 1:00pm
U6 Boys1:00pm or 2:30pm
U6 Girls8:30am or 10:00am
U7 Boys8:30am or 10:00am or 11:30am
U7 Girls8:30am or 10:00am or 11:30am
U8 Boys8:30am or 10:00am
U8 Girls11:30am or 1:00pm
U9/10 Girls8:30am* or 10:00am*
U9/10 Boys A11:30 or 1:00pm
U9/10 Boys B11:30am* or 1:00pm*
U11/12 Girls8:30am or 10:00am*
U11/12 Boys11:30am or 1:00pm*
U13-U16 Co-Ed2:30pm*
* times subject to change

REC. SKILLS & KEEPER TRAINING

During the season we provide Rec. Skills & Rec. Keeper Training to all Recreational (D4 & D3) players registered at T&C Soccer. These sessions are included in your registration and run for a total of 6 weeks. Click HERE for more information about Rec. Skills & Rec. 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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+

    • 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.

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