Youth Soccer
Co-ed Spring Fall Program
For Boys and Girls ages 4 through 13: the philosophy of the program is to teach skills and rules to each player. Each division has been adapted to the ability of each age group.
- Registration for Fall soccer is now CLOSED. Registration for Spring Soccer will open on Feb 1, 2024.
- Fall season will include 5 weeks of games. First Game will be Sept 16 (practices begin Sept 5).
- Cost for the 4 to 6 age groups is $40 for residents and $50 for non-residents.
- Cost for the 7 to 13 age groups is $50 for residents and $60 for non-residents.
- $5 discount for each additional family member.
- Additional $10 late fee charge for registrations received after July 17.
- Refunds are not permitted once your player is placed on a team. Refund will be permitted before teams are formed less $10 to cover costs associated with making last-minute adjustments.
- Volunteer Coaches will receive a full refund for the child's registration that they are coaching and will be allowed two friend requests once a background check is complete and clear. To apply to be a volunteer coach, fill out this volunteer coach's application (PDF) and email to Michelle May
- SafeSports Training Video link.
Game Schedule
Your coach will be in touch about the game schedule, or you can always access the Rec Soccer League Portal!
Soccer Fields
- When can I register my child for rec soccer?
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Spring Soccer registration takes place in February and Fall Soccer registrations are in July.
- Can I register multiple kids at once?
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Yes! Just add all players to your shopping cart before checking out.
- Why can’t my 6-year-old and 9-year-old play on the same team?
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We have the teams divided by age as there’s a significant size difference in kids in different age groups. This is for the safety and well-being of all players.
- What equipment do we need?
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The only equipment you need are shin guards. Soccer ball and cleats are optional.
- How can I input into what night practices take place?
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The only way to do this is by volunteering as a Coach for your child’s team – coaches always get to choose the practice schedule and location for their team.
- How can I help?
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Please consider volunteering as a coach. The success of our program lies with the generous help our coaches provide. It’s a really rewarding experience and you get refunded the cost of the program for your own child.
- How do I find out about my child’s practice schedule?
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Coaches will email or call their teams before the start of the practices
- How can I find more information about soccer and the program?
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https://www.recsoccer.info/ or visit our Facebook page – City of Walker parks and Recreation
- Why don’t we have standings for the teams?
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Walker Rec soccer is about teaching children the fundamentals of the game in a fun way. We focus on fun, rather than the final scores.
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Michelle May
Phone: 616-735-6118
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Gillian Hendershot
Phone: (616) 735 6115
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Andrea Ingraham
Phone: 616-735-6122