Kickstart the Fun with Youth Soccer at the Y! 


There’s no better time to introduce your child to the game of soccer! Our program is designed to bring families together—where families get to be part of the action, guiding and cheering as their kids learn the basics, build confidence, and have a blast on the field.

From learning new skills and making new friends to growing through teamwork and play, this is more than just sports—it’s a chance to teach values like respect, responsibility, caring, and honesty in a fun, supportive environment.

At the Y, we focus on development over competition, helping young players fall in love with the game while growing as individuals. Let the journey begin!

 

 

FALL/SPRING SOCCER

  • Our league is open to boys and girls ages 3-15. Below are how the age groups are divided:
    • 3-4 Coed
    • 5-6 Coed
    • 7-9 Girls
    • 7-9 Boys
    • 10-12 Girls
    • 10-12 Boys
    • 13-15 Coed

 

  • Uniform and required equipment:
    • A uniform jersey, shorts and socks will be provided by the Y
    • Families are responsible to provide additional equipment (non-metal cleats and shin guards)

 

  • Season Schedule and Registration Dates:
    • Fall Soccer:
      • Registration is open from June 30th-August 10th
      • Season runs from late August - early November
      • Holiday break for Labor Day

    • Spring Soccer:

      • Registration is open from December 14th-February 8th
      • Season runs from early March - Early May
      • Holiday break for Easter/Catawba County Schools Spring Break

       

      Check out our youth sports calendar for specific dates for the season!

       

  • Practices: Once per week for one hour
    • Monday-Friday at either 5:30pm or 6:30pm
    • Practice location is at your home branch (branch you registered for)

 

  • Games:
    • Ages 7+ will play games at the Hickory and Conover branches. Ages 3-6 will play at their home branch (branch you register for)
    • All age groups play 7 regular season games
    • Games are on Saturdays with occasional weeknight games
    • Ages 7+ will participate in a single-elimination tournament at the end of the season. Expect weeknight games for the tournament.