What is our Recreational Program?

The Recreational Program is designed for players to learn the sport of soccer and for youths interested in playing in an environment focused on development both on and off the soccer field. The goal of the program is to improve the quality of soccer played in Spartanburg County, provide opportunities for more children to participate in the sport, and help young people become productive members of the community. The Developmental Program is a great place for any young soccer player. It is open to boys and girls, ages 3 to 12.

The Recreational Program is focused on creating an atmosphere of FUN, LEARNING, and COMMUNITY.  Our goal is for each child to be introduced to the game in a positive manner which will hopefully lead them to fall in love with the game of soccer. Each and every initiative targeted at the Players and Coaches in our Developmental Program is designed to enhance this goal and the player’s individual experience. We also strive to foster a sense of community around the game of soccer. Families and a family atmosphere are integral to our club. Carolina FC’s Developmental Program brings together families from diverse backgrounds to celebrate youth, health, exercise, and our community.

Recreational Program is offered to all children ages 3-12.

NO previous playing experience required, NO requirement of advanced skills 

Each team requires a volunteer coach. Your child's registration is FREE if you are the volunteer coach!

Season and Field Information:

Carolina FC offers two seasons of play. The Fall season starts September 5th and runs thru November 9th and the Spring season begins February 24 and runs through May 2.  

Each season will consist of a minimum of 8 games including preseason scrimmage and post season jamboree/tournament. 

The wide variety of competition guarantees that your player will have a positive experience on game days as all games will be competitive.

This program is run by Age Group Coordinators who are Carolina Football Club staff coaches and volunteers who dedicate their time to Carolina FC due to their love of the game of soccer and the kids. Our aim is to see that the children of the community start their soccer experience in a positive and fun way.  

League Formats:

Children registered in each age group will be divided into teams and assigned a volunteer coach. The coaches will notify players regarding practice days and times. Teams typically practice one time to two times per week and play one game per week. Players are selected in a blind draft at the beginning of each seasonal year. Teams might stay together from the Fall to Spring seasons. New players entering the league in the Spring will be added to existing teams.

Teams will play a minimum of 8 games per season. Games usually take place on Saturdays and will be played at Carolina Football Club Complex.

· U6 teams play 3v3 sided games, Games Played at Carolina Football Complex

· U8 teams play 5v5 sided games, Games Played at Carolina Football Complex 

· U10 teams play 7v7 sided games, Games Played at Carolina Football Complex

· U13 teams play 9v9 sided games, Games Played at Carolina Football Complex

Each player will play a minimum of one half of each game. As with all other commitments, it is expected that players attend practices on a regular basis, inform the coach of anticipated absences, and arrive at the field on game day at the time designated by the coach.

Fees:

Fee includes: South Carolina Youth Soccer registration and insurance, referee fees, coaching education, field use, league administration.

U6 - U8:              $85 
U10 - U13:         $110

Note: This Spring we will be having our first Recreational Tournament! This will consist of clubs from around the area coming to play us, in a fun relaxed format! The tournament will be at the end of the season in May. There will be small team fee for each team (which is divided by how many players the team has). This will not be more than $20 each. 

Uniforms:

Can be purchased from Carolina Football Club at the clubhouse. A set of 2 shirts cost $30. Players provide their own black shorts and black socks.

Uniforms are in addition to Registration Fees

Volunteers:

We encourage parent participation in this league. Get involved with your child and his/her team. If you would like to coach or be a team manager, please register to volunteer when you register your children. We invite your suggestions and comments. We may not be able to implement every good idea this season, but we hope to always be open to improvement in the seasons to come.

Thanks again for playing with us. We know you have choices and we hope to earn the confidence you have shown us by registering your child with Carolina Football Club.

Training Equipment Requirements

What to wear to training?

We ask that all players wear soccer shorts (no basketball, cheerleader or jean shorts!). Shin guards and soccer socks are required. The shin guards go under a player's socks.  Everyone must wear shin guards for practice and games.  Soccer ‘boots’ cleats are to be worn (no baseball or football cleats). 

Note: Our colors are blue, white, yellow, black and grey. We ask that you do your best to stay within these parameters. (This color policy is overlooked during the winter as warmth is the #1 priority!)

What to bring to training?

A properly inflated size 4 or 5 soccer ball is your most important asset. The vast majority of the training is technical based and therefore every player is required to have their own ball. This is to benefit their own development. We also ask that players bring a water bottle to all sessions.  If you are unable to attend practice please inform coach or AGC as soon as possible.

If you are unable to attend games please inform coach or AGC by Wednesday week prior to match.

Carolina FC Inclement Weather Procedure

Below is the inclement weather procedure for determining the status of the Carolina FC Soccer Complex:

• A decision regarding the playing conditions will be made on any given day by 3pm at the latest. If possible a decision will be made sooner.
• An email will be sent out by 3pm and the Field Status box on the CFC web site will be updated.
• You can also register online for our text message service, just simply click on the Field Status box on our web site and fill in the necessary details.
• If none of the above works you may contact the Club. Please note that with so many club members, the preferred means of communication is email: [email protected]

Contact Information

Cory Junker, Director of Recreational Soccer - [email protected]