Developmental Soccer Grades 1-4

League Overview

Grades 1-4 are separated (boys/girls) and are all in-town matches. They play these games at either West Elementary (1/2 & 3/4) or West Rec (3/4). There are usually about 8 teams per group.

Field Sizes and Game Formats

  • Slightly larger field (approx. 35–50 yards long)
  • 7v7 gameplay
  • Introduction of goalkeepers
  • Games are typically officiated by a single referee at grades 1-2, with the introduction of assistant referees (line judges) for grades 3/4
  • Coaches continue to emphasize development over competition
  • Offside rules are introduced at grades 3/4, helping players learn timing, spacing, and tactical play
Age Seasons Games Practices Home Field
Grades 1-2Spring & FallSaturdays1x /weekWest Elementary
Grades 3-4Spring & FallSaturdays1x /weekWest Elementary or West Rec

Games

Games are scheduled on Saturdays except in the event make-up games are needed. Those may be scheduled at any time depending on coach, ref and field availability.

  • Developmental league games are held at either West Elementary (1/2 & 3/4) or West Rec (3/4)

The amount of players per team are as follows.

Min. Players on Field Standard Players on Field Max Roster Size
5713

Seasons

FALL (7–8 WEEKS) - Runs September through early November

SPRING (7–8 WEEKS) - Runs April through early June

Registration

This league uses a Single-Season Registration System.

Registration may close earlier if teams reach capacity

FULL SEASON COST - $165 per child

REGISTRATION DEADLINE - July 15*

FAMILY MAXIMUM - If registering three or more players total, your payment is capped at $410.

*$30 LATE FEE - Applies if signing up after deadline. Placement is based on availability.

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