Youth Soccer

Youth Soccer

The YMCA Youth Sports Program helps kids become not only better players, but better people as well. It’s a progressive program, with multiple age-specific levels. Every child gets to play and the games are safe, exciting and fun. We encourage fair play, positive competition, and family involvement.

How are the coaches picked?
GREAT QUESTION!! All of our coaches are volunteers. Some of them are Y staff, some are parents helping coach their kids, while others are folks from the community who share the same Y values. ALL of our coaches go through a background check as well as a drug test. Your child’s safety is our #1 priority.

How often is practice?
Typically our teams practice once or twice a week. We know your life is busy so most of those practices will last around 1 hour. We want to honor your time so we provide resources to the coaches to help make your season the best it can be.

Can I stay and watch practice?
Absolutely! We encourage it! As a matter of fact our teams are always looking for Assistant Coaches if you’re interested in helping

What equipment will my child need?

Soccer School- Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 3 soccer ball.

U7 (ages 5-6) Boys and Girls- Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 3 soccer ball.
Aiken uses a size 4 ball.

U9 (ages 7-8) Boys and Girls- Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 4 soccer ball.

U11 (ages 9-10) Boys and Girls- Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 4 soccer ball.
Aiken uses size 4 ball.

U13 COED (ages 11-12) – Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 5 soccer ball.

U16 COED (ages 13-15)- Players are required to wear soccer cleats, shin guards, and soccer socks to go over the shin guards. This age group uses a size 5 soccer ball.