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MANCHESTER SOCCER CLUB

MANCHESTER SOCCER CLUB

Manchester Recreation Soccer Spring 2026

Program Details

Season Length: ~8 weeks
Practices: 1–2 per week (age-dependent)
No practices for Parent & Me and Mini Kickers
Preschool programs are subject to change based on enrollment. Every effort will be made to avoid cancellations.
Strikers, Juniors, and Seniors are likely to be co-ed due to enrollment numbers. All age groups may be co-ed depending on registration.

Fees

Program Fee: $105
Early Bird Discount: $10 off (ends Feb 2nd at 11:59 PM)
Late Fee: $15 added beginning March 30th
Out-of-Town Fee: $10
All fees are reflected in the registration cart.
⚠️ Once a program is full, additional spots cannot be guaranteed.

Practices & Games

Games: Weekends (spring season)
Practices:
One led by a paid trainer
One may be led by a volunteer coach
Some age groups may play against other towns’ recreation teams


Location & Equipment

All practices and games take place at:
Kennedy Soccer Complex – Kennedy Road
Players must bring:
Shin guards
Soccer ball
Cleats or sneakers
Water bottle
A team shirt will be provided before the first week of play.

Registration & Financial Assistance

Registration is not complete until full payment is received
Financial assistance is available through MSC
Please contact us to request an application


Important Dates (TENATIVE)

Practices Begin: After Manchester April Vacation
Week of April 20, 2026
First Games: April 25–26, 2026
Last Weekend: June 13, 2026


Parent & Me (Coed) Sunday 10am

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Parent & Me (Coed) Sunday 1pm

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Parent & Me (Coed) Sunday 3pm

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Mini Kicker (Coed) Sunday 9am

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Mini Kicker (Coed) Sunday 11am

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Mini Kicker (Coed) Sunday 2pm

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Mini Kicker (Coed) Sunday 4pm

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Instructional Boys

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Instructional Girls

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Strikers (Boys) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Strikers (Girls) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Juniors (Boys) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Juniors (Girls) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Seniors (Boys) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 08/31/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Seniors (Girls) COULD END UP COED BASED ON ENROLLMENT

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
Show Details
$105.00

Seniors Birth Year 2011 (8th GRADERS ONLY)

Registration closes on 04/05/2026 at 12:00 AM
Season Dates: 04/20/2026 to 06/14/2026
$105.00

Travel Program Information 2025-2026 Season

Travel Registration Information The 2025-2026 Season

All interested players must sign up before the first tryout date of 5/27, THERE IS NO PAYMENT REQUIRED TO TRYOUT.

It is anticipated that teams will be selected around 6/15 and players must accept their spot with a $175 down payment within 72hrs of email

New Players: Please make sure to upload a birth certificate or passport at the time of registration for age verifications. (we cannot place a player on a team until that is completed)

New and Returning Players: Please make sure to upload a recent  profile picture (PASSPORT style) these pictures should be shoulder up, forward facing with nothing blocking the face. (No hats, masks or sunglasses or actions shots allowed)

Volunteers: We are always in need of volunteers for our Travel program, there will be a discount added to volunteers accounts after the online Safesport training and background check have been completed.

Tryout Information:  all tryouts will be held at Veterans Field located at 180 Hillstown Road, Manchester, CT 06040

Below is the tryout schedule, please contact [email protected] with any questions you might have prior to.

Tryout Location: Veterans Memorial Field - Manchester
ryout Information:  all tryouts will be held at Veterans Field located at 180 Hillstown Road, Manchester, CT 06040

Below is the tryout schedule, please contact [email protected] with any questions you might have prior to.

Tryout Location: Veterans Memorial Field - Manchester, bring a soccer ball and water bottle


Girls Tryouts:

U8-U11
May 28, 2025/June 2, 2025 6-7:30PM

U12-U14
May 27, 2025/June 3, 2025 6-7:30PM


Boys Tryouts:

U8-U10
May 27, 2025/June 3, 2025 6-7:30PM

U11
May 28, 2025/June 2, 2025 6-7:30PM

U12-U14
May 27, 2025/June 3, 2025 6-7:30PM


This program includes fall, winter (indoor) and spring for the upcoming year. Players interested must be able to commit to three seasons, 2 practices per week and up to 2 games per weekend which include games within a 35 min drive from Manchester.

Residency Rules

We reserve the right to request proof of residency at any time if needed, this would include showing a utility bill, license etc. We are only allowed 2 out of town players per team unless you are from East Hartford.
 
Financial Assistance


We provide financial assistance to residents of Manchester who are in need of it. Please contact us for a form to get that completed ASAP so your child's addition to a team is not delayed. 

Should you have any questions, please reach out to Amy Cormier at [email protected] for registration related questions or Carlos Amaral at [email protected] for program related questions

If you have questions or problems, please read our Troubleshooting Guide.

Spring 2026 Recreation Program Information

Spring 2026 Recreation Program Information

Season Dates (Tentative)

  • Practices Begin: Week of April 20, 2026

  • First Games: Weekend of April 25, 2026

  • Season Ends: Mid-June 2026


Fees & Deadlines

  • Early Bird Ends: Feb 2 at 11:59 PM

  • Late Fee Begins:

    • March 14 (Juniors & Seniors)

    • March 30 (All other programs)

  • Out-of-Town Fee: $10 (applied after registration)

⚠️ All fees must be paid in full before participation.
NO REFUNDS.


Location

All recreation programs are held at Kennedy Field, Kennedy Road.

Note: Parent & Me and Mini Kickers do not have weekday practices.


TOPSoccer Program

Currently on hold while a new coordinator is sought.

TOPSoccer is a volunteer-run program for children with physical and/or mental challenges. If you are unsure whether this program is appropriate for your child, please contact us before registering.


Programs by Age Group

Parent & Me

Birth Years: 2022–2023
Parent-child introduction to soccer focusing on motor skills, group participation, and fun activities.


Mini Kickers

Birth Years: 2020–2021
Introductory soccer skills, movement, and games.
Parent volunteers required to support sessions.


Instructional

Birth Years: 2018–2019

  • 1 or 2 weekly practices

  • 1 weekend game

  • Practices led by club trainer with volunteer coaches

  • Parent volunteer coaches required
    No coaching experience needed.


Strikers (Co-Ed)

Birth Years: 2016–2017

  • 1 or 2 weekly practices

  • 1 weekend game

  • Trainer-led practices with volunteer coaches

  • Parent coaches facilitate games
    Basic soccer knowledge recommended.


Juniors & Seniors (Co-Ed)

Juniors: 2014–2015
Seniors: 2011–2013

  • 1 or 2 weekly practices

  • 1–2 weekend games

  • One practice led by club trainer

  • Parent coaches run additional practices and games
    Basic soccer knowledge recommended.

     

    If you have questions or problems, please read our Troubleshooting Guide.

    Contact

    MANCHESTER SOCCER CLUB
    PO Box 1165 
    Manchester, Connecticut 06045

    Email: [email protected]

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