SEASON START DATE CHANGED TO MARCH 8.
PLEASE REFER TO EMAIL SENT TO FAMILES 2-26-2021. Excerpt below:

Parents, 
Based on the Governor’s new executive order and the expiration of Mecklenburg County’s health directive, all county facilities, including parks, will re-open to the public on March 1. Specific guidance for school-operated fields has not yet been released, but is expected to follow the county’s lead. However, as of today, Charlotte-Mecklenburg schools have not yet made an  announcement to allow us to utilize their fields.

While the re-opening is great news for our soccer program, the late notice, combined with extremely wet field conditions, has led CSA to the difficult decision to postpone the start of the season to March 8. This will allow CSA staff to prepare the fields for our return and organize staffing to help ensure a smooth start to the season for all families.

This delay affects all rec teams scheduled to practice at the following locations:
McAlpine Elementary School
McKee Road Park
McClintock Middle School
Colonel Beatty Park
Palisades Soccer Complex
Red Ventures Soccer Complex
Frank Liske Park
Old Mount Pleasant Middle School field

More information will be provided next week, but please plan to return to the fields starting the week of March 8. The start date for games will also be pushed back a week to March 20.

Thank you for your interest in our South Charlotte Programs for U6 - U10.
We are about to begin our season and have closed registration at this location and are not accepting any more waitlist registrations at this location, sorry!
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COVID-19 POLICIES - SPRING 2021 The program information offered below is based on CSA’s understanding of current situation based the Governor’s orders and other guidance as of December 1, 2020 and our best prediction of allowable activities on public properties for the upcoming months. CSA is looking forward to seeing our new and returning families and we will make every effort to provide a great soccer experience, but like all of you, we are faced with much uncertainty due to the impact of the pandemic and the governing bodies' response. Should you decide to register for Spring soccer, we ask for your understanding and flexibility, as changes to field assignments and dates may be necessary based on allowable activities, available venues and capacities. PRIOR TO REGISTERING WITH CSA REC SOCCER, REVIEW THE DOCUMENTS BELOW.  You will be required to acknowledge that you have read, understand, agree and intend to comply with these policies. CSA RETURN TO PLAY PLAN - Health and Safety Guidelines for Parents & Staff - CLICK HERE UPDATED EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 2021 CSA SEASON CANCELLATION & COMPENSATION POLICY - CLICK HERE COMMUNICABLE DISEASE RELEASE AND WAIVER - CLICK HERE

GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION We understand that given the current situation, many families will choose to wait as long as possible before making a commitment to registering. Our programs will continue to accept players as long as we have spots available; however, you may be placed on a wait list at any time. • OUR PROGRAMS HAVE LIMITED CAPACITY.  •  REGISTER EARLY - REGISTRATION IS FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED. • ONLY COMPLETED REGISTRATIONS ARE HONORED - CHECK YOUR EMAIL RECEIPT TO VERIFY REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT. • IF A DIVISION IS FULL, YOU CAN REGISTER YOUR CHILD TO THE WAIT LIST AT NO COST AND YOU WILL BE CONTACTED WHEN SPACE IS AVAILABLE. • DIVISIONS ARE SUBJECT TO CANCELLATION IF NOT SUPPORTED BY PLAYER COUNTS OR VOLUNTEERS. • ASSIGNMENT OF PLAYERS IS DEPENDENT ON VOLUNTEER AVAILABILITY.

At this time, ALL PRACTICE AND GAME FIELD ASSIGNMENTS ARE TENTATIVE. Please read the information included below concerning fields. 

Our program utilizes PARENT VOLUNTEER COACHES! Without coaches, there will not be teams! Please consider volunteering to coach your child's team. You can volunteer during registration and we offer discounted registration!

Our programs are TEAM-BASED, OPEN ENROLLMENT programs! There are no tryouts or evaluations for our general recreation programs. Teams are formed based on practice night and friend requests.  

QUICK FACTS about our South Charlotte Program for U6, U8, U10
Season:	March 1 - May 23
Teams Offered:	Under-6, Under-8, Under-10, separate teams for boys and girls.
Primary Practice Location:	McAlpine Elementary School fields, 9100 Carswell Road, Charlotte (MAP) Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including but not limited to: JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex.
Practice Days:	One Practice per week, based on parent preferences and coach availability.  May be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday OR Friday, dependent on requests/availability.
Game Location:	Due to restrictions on field usage and gathering size during the pandemic, we are required to utilize multiple locations for games, all are located in the South Charlotte area. Due to these restrictions, siblings might play games at different fields.  Nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including but not limited to: McAlpine ES, Flat Branch Park, McKee Road Park, JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex.
Game Days:	6 to 7 Saturdays in season. Game times vary. Sunday games are possible for make ups.

Click here to view options for other age groups and other locations.

 

SOUTH CHARLOTTE PROGRAM DETAILS FOR U6, U8, and U10

Age Groups/Genders Offered Separate teams for boys and girls. Age groups are based on YEAR OF BIRTH, not current age or grade!! Please see our age group policy to play UP or DOWN. Requests must be made prior to January 31.  U6 (Players Born in 2015, 2016, and early 2017. Must be 4 years old by March 1.)   Plays 3 v 3 with no goalie. 6 to 7 players per team. U8 (Players Born in 2013 & 2014)    Plays 4 v 4 with no goalie. 7 to 9 players per team. U10 (Players Born in 2011 & 2012)    Plays 7 v 7 with goalie. 10 to 13 players per team. • We partner with Soccer Shots for younger players - click here! • Older players are welcome at our nearby McKee Road Park location -  Click here for U12 or click here for middle school and high school age players! • To consider a different location, please click here to return to the Program Summary page for all options.

Practice Information: • One practice per week at McAlpine Elementary School fields, 9100 Carswell Road, Charlotte (MAP) or other local fields.  • Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including by not limited to: JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex. • Practice nights available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday OR Friday, dependent on coach availability. • Players are assigned to a practice night and time based on coach availability & special requests. • You can select two "blackout" nights during registration to avoid conflicts with other activities. • Practices are 45 minutes for U6, one hour for U8 and U10. • U6 and U8 practices begin at 5:30pm; U10 practices begin at 5:30pm or 6:45pm as available. See our FAQs for more information on practice nights, siblings and friend requests - click here!

Game Information: • Games are played at McAlpine Elementary School, 9100 Carswell Road (MAP), Flat Branch Park, 11830 Tom Short Road, Charlotte (MAP), McKee Road Park, 4201 McKee Road, Charlotte (MAP) or other local fields. • Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including but not limited to: JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex. • 6 games minimum per season; played primarily on Saturdays between 9am and 5pm - see calendar for dates. • Due to restrictions on field usage and gathering size during the pandemic, we are required to utilize multiple locations for games, all are located in the South Charlotte area. Due to these restrictions, siblings might play games at different fields.

Fees and Policies  6U: $125 per season  8U: $145 per season  10U: $155 per season   • Requests for player registration cancellation must be received by January 31 to be eligible for credit or refund. All cancellations are subject to $50 administrative fee.  • No refunds/credits for individual player registration cancellations received after January 31.  • Volunteer to coach your child's team and receive a discount. • Uniform is NOT included in fee. Please see below.

Uniforms: Sky Blue Shorts, Jerseys and socks.  • We are using a sky blue uniform this season. However, if you have a blue CSA uniform from Spring 2020 you may continue to use that version if you choose. • Uniforms must be purchased separately if needed. Approximate cost $58 + tax and shipping. • Click here for uniform ordering information and other required equipment.

Additional Information  REVIEW OUR COVID-19 POLICIES AND PROCEDURES AT THE TOP OF THIS PAGE - SCROLL UP.    Check our our FAQ and  Special Request Policies page by clicking here!      We need PARENT volunteers to coach!   CSA Curriculum and training provided!   Volunteer during registration or click here for more info!  CSA Rec Soccer's Junior Academy Program  This program is designed for advanced players in age groups 2015, 2014 and 2013.  Pre-season evaluation is required.   Players must be registered and PAID for a Fall Rec Program to be eligible for evaluations.   Click here for more information!  Supplemental Training Available   Players of all ages are welcome to attend our FREE rec level supplemental training.   Please click here for details.

SPRING 2021 PROJECTED DATES - CALENDAR IS TENTATIVE!!  We intend to provide a full season of soccer as outlined below. This plan is based on information currently available and is subject to change based on field availability and gathering limitations.    For a detailed calendar, please follow our CSA Rec Soccer Google Calendar, click here to view. To subscribe to our calendar, click the +GOOGLE CALENDAR icon in the bottom right of the calendar view. Please note that not all events apply to all age groups or locations - read the details for the event! Check back often for updates and changes!
January 1	Registration Opens for Spring season.
	Our programs have limited capacity. Sign up early.  Only PAID REGISTRATIONS are honored. When divisions are full, your child will be placed on the waitlist.
January 31	Last day to request an individual refund if you choose not to participate.  Subject to administrative fees.
February 6 & 7	Evaluations for our Junior Academy Program - click here for information/schedule
TBD	Team Assignments and Practice Nights emailed to parents
TBD	Coaches Clinic
February 23, 24, 25	Pre-season Camp (OPTIONAL) - More info TBA
March 1 - 5	First Week of Practices
Game Days (U6-U12) REVISED 3-1-2021	Saturdays: March 20, 27 April 17, 24 May 1, 8, 15  No games April 3 or 10/Spring Break
Contingency and Make Up Dates if Needed (U6-U12)	Saturdays May 22 Sundays in season may be used if necessary
For a full Google Calendar, please click here.

Please see registration listing below!

IF YOU ARE WILLING TO COACH YOUR CHILD'S TEAM - please volunteer during registration when asked!