Why the Competitive Program over the Rec. Program?

Recreational soccer is an in-house program with a focus of touches on the ball and is an introductiont the excitement soccer provides. Summer/Fall recreational soccer ends at 4th grade. Players that would prefer to play at a competitive level are encourage to start when they age at the U9 age group.  

Competitive soccer competes against other TCSL Member Clubs at various playing levels. The focus of the Competitive Program is to develop players to reach their highest playing potential. Both programs look to foster an enjoyment and passion for the sport. See the new player page and handout: Competitive Versus Recreational Soccer.

How is the Competitive Program Organized?

• Player ID/team formation occurs end of July/early August for the following year
• Teams are organized by: age, gender, skill and registration numbers
• We serve age U9-U18 and average 18-20 teams between girls and boys
• Late registrations will be added to a wait list (after August) and we actively attempt to place all players on a team

  
What is the commitment?

Fall season

• August-October,  with an average of two practices a week with games on the weekends.
• Fall Festival(u9/10) and final four are possible for the older group.

Summer season

• Training is available all winter starting with Futsal(November-February- and other team skill sessions.
• The Club will expect attendance at practices starting in later March at our indoor arena facility(Civic center).
• Summer game play starts in May and ends in July. June is Fall Festival(U9/U10) and Final Four in July.
• Games are located within 30 miles of Allianz field in St. Paul, MN. Half games are played at home and the other half are at various locations with drive time generally under an hour.