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 Matthews 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: | Colonel Beatty Park, 4330 Weddington Road, Matthews (MAP)
Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including buy not limited to: McAlpine ES, JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park, OrthoCarolina Sportsplex.
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| 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.
| MATTHEWS 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 Colonel Beatty Park, 4330 Weddington Road, Matthews (MAP) or other local fields.
• Alternate nearby fields may be utilized if necessary, including by not limited to: McAlpine ES, JM Robinson Middle School, Davie Park, Hellenic Park, Flat Branch Park.
• Practice nights available: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, OR Thursday, dependent on coach availability.
• Players are assigned to a practice night and time based on coach availability & special requests.
• You can select one "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! CHECK |
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.
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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.
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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!
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| January 1 |
Registration Opens for Spring season.
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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.
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| 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
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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!
SEEING A WAITLIST??
DON'T DISPAIR, SOMETIMES WE NEED TO ASSESS FIELD SPACING AND VOLUNTEERS BEFORE WE ADD MORE PLAYERS - SIGN UP FOR THE WAITLIST!!