Youth Soccer Leagues
Youth Soccer Leagues
Pre-K-JKindergarten Soccer (Co-ed)
(Co-ed) Ages 3–5 • 3 by 8/15/26
Beginners will learn the fundamentals of the soccer and have a blast with friends on the field! Must be 3 by 8/15/25. Practices on Wednesdays, games on Sunday. No programming 4/13, 4/20, 5/11.
Sun 12:30–1:15pm • Wed 5:30–6:15pm
8/9–9/30 | $165 fee/$135m | Register
No programming 9/6, 9/13, 9/20.
1st/2nd Grade: Ages 6–8 (Co-ed)
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 5
Move ahead with your game by learning more difficult foot work and playing in a fast-paced environment. Players will learn more positioning as the fields get wider and bigger! Sunday practices, Tuesday game times TBD.
Sun 1:30–2:30pm • Tue TBD
8/9–10/4 | $165 fee/$135m | Register
No programming 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 10/4.
3rd/4th Grade: Ages 8–10 (Co-ed)
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 5
The field gets bigger, and the players get better. Players will learn spacing and passing as it pertains to more developed soccer. Drills will become more specific to game-like situations and the games are more advanced. Sunday practices, Tuesday games TBD.
Sun 2:30–3:30pm • Tue TBD
8/9–10/4 | $165 fee/$135m | Register
No programming 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 10/4.
5th/6th Grade: Ages 10–12 (Co-ed)
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, August 5
Ready for the next challenge? Players will sharpen their skills, learn to think one step ahead, and work together in a faster-paced game. With a bigger field, more strategy, and stronger competition, this level prepares players for the next stage of their soccer journey! Sunday practices, Tuesday game times TBD. No programming 4/5.
Sun 2:30–3:30pm • Tue TBD
8/9–10/4 | $165 fee/$135m | Register
No programming 9/6, 9/13, 9/20, 10/4.
Youth Soccer FAQs
What to wear:
- Soccer cleats/tennis shoes
- Shin guards, soccer socks over shin guards, shorts
- Players may dress appropriately according to weather condition
- Each player will receive our uniform shirt
What to bring:
- Water and/or sports drink
- Soccer ball: Size 3 (ages 4 & 7) or Size 4 (ages 8-12)
Do I need soccer cleats or will tennis shoes be okay?
Tennis shoes will be fine for younger players, as long as the playing field is dry. Older players, or when the conditions are wet and muddy, may require cleats.
How long are practices?
- Six and younger should be no longer than 45 minutes.
- Under-8 player practices are one hour.
- Under-10 player practices are one hour.
- Under-12 player practices are one hour.
What does a player need to bring to practice?
A ball, soccer shoes, shin guards, and plenty of water. Shin guards are required for all practices and games (wear UNDERNEATH socks). Cleated shoes are needed if conditions are wet, muddy or surface is soft.
What size ball do I need?
- Size 3 (Ages 4-7)
- Size 4 (Ages 8-12)
We recommend writing your name and phone number on your ball.
Are mouth guards needed?
Injuries to the teeth are so few that insurers do not require them. However, many dentists recommend them.
Why can’t players wear helmets?
Helmets are not included in the Laws of the Game under Players Equipment. Although the player wearing the headgear is protected, he/she may play in a more aggressive manner, physically, than others whom are not protected, thereby becoming a danger to others.
How many players are on a team?
- U6 - 3v3
- U8 - 6v6 with goalie
- U10 - 6v6 with goalie
My child has a disability. Is there a place for him/her?
US Youth Soccer TOP Soccer is a program for players with mental or physical challenges.
Can I wear a cast/earrings/religious items/eyeglasses?
The FIFA Laws of the Game prohibit anything that is dangerous to a player or other players. Referees will determine if any item can be worn without being dangerous.
How do we find out whether fields are open due to weather?
You may contact the MJCC Member Services Desk at (901) 761-0810 or visit www.jccmemphis.org.
Questions? Contact Jamison Knox, Assistant Sports & Leagues Director, at jknox@jccmemphis.org or (901) 259-9247.