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At GSA, we emphasize three important things for U5-U8 players

  • FUN!  Players will want to play more when they are enjoying themselves.
  • DEVELOPMENT!  We use a unique approach to teaching even the youngest players.
  • SPORTSMENSHIP!  A key value that need to be taught to all of our youth playing sports.

When kids are small, we play small-sided games. As they grow, we grow the number of players on the field accordingly. At GSA, young players have more fun because we have fewer kids on the field at one time. This results in more movement, more touches on the ball, more dribbling, more scoring and more FUN!

Each GSA U5-U8 team is led by a KidSafe Volunteer coach(s) who will coach once a week practices and Saturday games (8 games total).

GSA Volunteer Coaches are KidSafe and have been encouraged to use the MOJO youth soccer curriculum to keep players engaged and practices FUN with emphasis on touches and small sided games.

Each practice begins with age specific ball mastery touches designed for multiple touches on the ball.

Every player is required to bring a size #3 ball for their ball mastery touches.

Registration Opens June 1st 2026 for the 2026-2027 Season

Deadline to Register is August 1st (please note we often fill up prior to the registration deadline)
We will continue to accept registrations after the deadline as long as we have spots available.

U5-U8 Rec Registration Fees:

Player fees include a uniform kit (jersey, shorts, socks).

Age GroupFall New Player Cost (New Uniform Needed)
U5$125
U6$125
U7$175
U8$175

Rec U5-U8 Practice Dates:

Age GroupPractice TimeGame DaysBall Size Playing Format
U5Mondays 5:30-6:30PMSaturdays 8am#33v3
U6Wednesdays 5:30-6:30PMSaturdays 9am#33v3
U7Tuesdays 5:30-6:30PMSaturdays 10am#34v4+GK
U8Thursdays 5:30-6:30PMSaturdays 11am#34v4+GK

U5-U8 Specifics:

  • One practice a week at GSA fields
  • 8 games per season (all games are played at GSA)
  • Every U5-U8 player will receive a participation medal
  • Practices begin the week of August 31
  • Games begin September 12th
  • Every Fall Season, all players will receive a New Uniform Kit
  • Players are required to wear personal shin guards and cleats to all practices & games
  • Players are required bring their own soccer ball and water to all practices & games
  • Soccer Ball size #3 (please place your name on the ball)
  • Each team will create/share a team snack volunteer sign up for game day

Rec U5-U8 Game Dates:

  • Sept 12th
  • Sept 19th
  • Sept 26th
  • Oct 3rd
  • Oct 10th
  • Oct 17th
  • Oct 24th
  • Oct 31st

*Nov. 7th Rain out Make up if needed

Questions?
Contact Jill Gardner, DOC of Rec Soccer.

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GSA incorporates a variety of team play with a multitude of goals-in every sense of the word. From recreational to select teams to summer camps, GSA welcomes players, regardless of skill level, who wish to play and train.