About the Recreational Program
The recreational program provides an option for the U11, U12, U13 & U14 age groups who would like to continue to play the game recreationally. Players born in 2013, 2012, 2011 and 2010 are eligible to enroll in the recreation division. The recreational division provides a fun and non-competitive environment to foster continued enjoyment of the game. Participants can and should sign up for other developmental programs offered throughout the year such as camps and clinics if they would like to try out to join a club team and play the game in a more competitive environment in the future.
At a glance
- 8-week season beginning Sunday, September 11
- Coaches may lead practices each week (days and times TBD)
- Sunday afternoon small-sided games (Times between 12:00PM – 3:30PM)
- Age groups/genders may be combined or separate depending on registration volume
- All participants receive an HYSC game shirt and size 4 soccer ball
- All participants need shin guards and shoes appropriate for soccer
How to register
Age Groups
Our programs are aligned with United States Youth Soccer age groupings and international standards. The recreational program is for participants who are in the U11-U14 age groups, making them age 12 or 13 and under at the end of the seasonal year for which they are registering. Ideally divisions will be separated by age and gender, but may be combined and co-ed depending on registration volume in each age group.
Determine a players current U-Age group by birth year >
Schedule
The recreational program is offered twice during a seasonal year. The Fall program begins in September, and the Spring program begins in March of the following calendar year. Each program season is 8 weeks and combines weekend games and weeknight training sessions. 8 in-house games are played on Sundays ranging in start times from 12:00 - 3:30PM. Coaches will also have the ability to reserve field space to lead practices each week. Times may vary depending on coach and field availability. All games and practices will be held at Gloucester Township Community Park on Hickstown Rd.
View the In-house program schedules >
Cost
For age groups from U11-U14 our in-house program fee is $125 and covers a uniform tee and an appropriate sized ball as well as individual participation gift trophy.
Registration
Registration typically begins in July (for the Fall season) and January (for the Spring Season). To enroll for the intramural program you must register using our online registration system. New users should follow the online regitration insturctions. Available programs will be displayed for each participant added to the account based on their birth year. Select the card for Rcereational Program and complete the registration process online. Once completed an email will be sent to the registered email address confirming the registration. Repeat the process for all participants.
View our registration instructions for in-house programs >
Game Rules
The recreational program provides age-appropriate game formats aligned to the United States Youth Soccer recommendations for number of players and field size. The recreational program follows the standard FIFA rules of play and laws of the game and modifications appropriate to the age groups. The focus is on fair play and having fun, .
View the rules and guidelines for youth development program games >