Character-building skills on and off the field.
At the Y, children learn basic soccer skills using age-appropriate equipment (i.e. smaller balls and goals for young kids). Players do fun drills and games that teach fundamental soccer skills, such as dribbling, passing and shooting. As players develop, coaches work with the kids on the idea of team play and basic strategy.
At our Ys, kids can play soccer in leagues or clinics. This gives kids more of a chance to learn the game through a developmental process, as our coaches build their confidence in skills, knowledge of the game and understanding of the sport. Our Ys participate in a number of soccer leagues, both Inter-Y and with partner organizations like the United Sports Soccer League and the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association. Soccer leagues build character and instills the values of fair play and teamwork while providing important exercise and soccer skill development. Every kid plays in Y leagues.
Preschool Soccer
Y – DCFC Preschool Soccer Clinic
Y – DCFC Youth Soccer Clinic
Youth Soccer
United Soccer League – 4-5
United Soccer League – 6-8
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of March 31 assigned 1 practice/week (coaches will select practice days, Mon-Fri starting at 6 or 6:30 p.m.)
Games: Sat. April 5 – May 17 assigned 1 or 2 games/week (no games on April 19 for Easter weekend), depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD
Volunteer Coaches will receive a 25% discount on team fees (applied AFTER registration)
Team Pictures will be on TBD @ the YMCA before/after your game that day.
Team fees will include uniform top and practice equipment. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
United Soccer League – 8-11
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of March 31 assigned 1 practice/week (coaches will select practice days, Mon-Fri starting at 6 or 6:30 p.m.)
Games: Sat. April 5 – May 17 assigned 1 or 2 games/week (no games on April 19 for Easter weekend), depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Divisions: Ages 6-8 and 8-11; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 8 years old, we suggest registering for the 6-8 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 8 year old then we suggest the 8-11 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD
Volunteer Coaches will receive a 25% discount on team fees (applied AFTER registration)
Team Pictures will be on TBD @ the YMCA before/after your game that day.
Team fees will include uniform top and practice equipment. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).
United Soccer League – 11-14
Learn the fundamentals of soccer as well as the importance of teamwork through Youth Soccer. Everyone plays and everyone is part of the team. Kids develop important soccer skills, including passing, dribbling, shooting and working as a team in a fun and supportive environment. Not only will children have an opportunity to advance skills, but they’ll also build social skills, gain confidence and develop leadership skills. Dedicated volunteer coaches are trained to set expectations and help kids find their strengths and improve. This is a co-ed league.
Practices: Begins week of March 31 assigned 1 practice/week (coaches will select practice days, Mon-Fri starting at 6 or 6:30 p.m.)
Games: Sat. April 5 – May 17 assigned 1 or 2 games/week (no games on April 19 for Easter weekend), depending on the number of teams in each division. (Location: Carls Family YMCA), game times will be between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Divisions: 8-11 and 11-14; if you have younger/smaller/newer players who are 11 years old, we suggest registering for the 8-11 division; if you have more mature/developed/experienced 11 year old then we suggest the 11-14 year old division.
Coaches Meeting @ TBD
Volunteer Coaches will receive a 25% discount on team fees (applied AFTER registration)
Team Pictures will be on TBD @ the YMCA before/after your game that day.
Team fees will include uniform top and practice equipment. Other needed equipment will need to be provided by the families (soccer socks and shin guards).