Recreational Soccer Program
The Recreational Soccer Program is open to all children regardless of experience to participate in Fall, Spring and Summer seasons. Participants, aged 4-15, attend Saturday sessions and games at Macombs Dam Park, Mullaly Park, or Patterson Park. Weekly after-school sessions are also offered. Special events include the Annual Health and Wellness Day Fair and the Annual Literacy Day (up to 2,000 free books, soccer book circles, and author visits). Up to 700 children participate in the Recreational Soccer Program each season.
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Philosophy
The purpose of the South Bronx United Recreational Program is to give all children an opportunity to play soccer in a fun, positive, and safe environment, with an emphasis on age-appropriate development. South Bronx United has five principles that are shared with US Youth Soccer, the Soccer Association for Youth USA (SAY Soccer), and the American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO).
1. Fun Soccer!
Youth play soccer because it is fun!
2. Everyone Plays
All children can register and get a chance to play. Every child 14 and under must play at least half of each game.
3. Balanced Teams
Teams are balanced to increase the learning experience and opportunities to have fun.
4. Positive Coaching and Sportsmanship
Coaches also mainitain a positive attitude and use positive, instructive language. Players must learn principles of good sportsmanship.
5. Player Development (Small-Sided Games)
Player development is emphasized over winning. We support small-sided games, especially for young children, as the best way for players to develop in game situations.
The SBU Recreational Program also promotes literacy, health and wellness through the SBU Literacy Day and Bronx Field Day and Health and Wellness Fair.
Divisions & Times
Games are held every Saturday in Fall and Spring. The Fall Season runs September-November. The Spring season runs from mid March-June. Additionally, optional practices are held after school one day a week for most age groups (U8-U19) during the fall and spring season. In summer, Saturday practices are held in July and August.
Expected Game/Training Times* (Exact times may change slightly):
All times are for Saturdays in Fall and Spring except for the Weekday Practices, which are held Tuesdays & Wednesdays in Fall & Spring
MACOMBS DAM PARK, 161st Street by Yankee Stadium
Coed Under 5
Born in 2020
9:00 - 10:00 AM, Macomb's Field
Coed Under 6
Born in 2019
9:00 - 10:00 AM, Macomb's Field
Girls Under 8
Born in 2017 or 2018
9:30 - 10:30 AM, Macomb's Field
Boys Under 8
Born in 2017 or 2018
10:00 - 11:00 AM, Macomb's Field
Boys Under 10
Born in 2015 or 2016
10:45 - 12:00 PM, Macomb's Field
Boys Under 12
Born in 2013 or 2014
11:45 - 1:00 PM, Macomb's Field
Boys Under 15
Born in 2010 - 2012
12:45 - 2:00 PM, Macomb's Field
FOSTER PARK, Jerome Avenue at 165th St
Girls Under 11
Born in 2014 - 2016
9:00 - 10:15 AM, Foster Park
Girls Under 14
Born in 2011 - 2013
10:15 - 11:30 AM, Foster Park
Global Youth League Girls Under 19
Born in 2006 - 2010
11:30 - 1:00 PM, Foster Park
Global Youth League Boys Under 19
Born in 2006 - 2009
1:00-4:00, Foster Park
PATTERSON PLAYGROUND, College Avenue at 146th St
Girls Under 11
Born in 2014 - 2016
10:45 - 12:00 PM, Patterson Park
Coed Under 8
Born in 2017 or 2018
12:00 - 1:00 PM, Patterson Park
Boys Under 10
Born in 2015 or 2016
1:00 - 2:15 PM, Patterson Park
Boys Under 12
Born in 2013 or 2014
2:15 - 3:30 PM, Patterson Park
Boys Under 15
Born in 2010 - 2012
3:30 - 4:45 PM, Patterson Park
AFTERSCHOOL PRACTICES, Foster Park, Jerome Avenue at 165th St
Boys & Girls Under 10
Born in 2015 - 2017
Fall - Tuesdays, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Foster Park
Spring - Tuesdays, 4:00 - 5:30pm, Foster Park
Boys & Girls Under 15
Born in 2010 - 2014
Fall - Wednesdays, 3:30 - 5:00pm, Foster Park
Spring - Wednesdays, 4:00 - 5:30pm, Foster Park
Uniforms
Uniforms are provided to all participants once accepted into the program. The uniform includes jersey, shorts, and socks. Parents/players are responsible for bringing shinguards and appropriate footwear (turf/indoor shoes, cleats, or athletic sneakers are all fine). Players returning from the fall season will use the same uniform in the spring. There will not be any extra jerseys, so please remember to bring your full uniform.