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Parks & Recreation
Recreational Fall Youth Soccer – Athletes
Welcome to Rocky Hill Rec. Soccer! Our Recreational Youth Fall Soccer program is the foundational step for young players looking to explore and enjoy the sport of soccer. Designed for children of all skill levels, this program focuses on creating a fun, engaging, and inclusive environment where participants can learn and develop the essential fundamentals of soccer.
Whether your child is brand new to the sport or has some experience, our dedicated volunteer coaches will guide them through age-appropriate drills and activities that emphasize:
n Basic Skills: Dribbling, Passing, Shooting, and Ball Control.
n Teamwork and Sportsmanship: Learning to Cooperate, Communicate, and Respect Teammates and Opponents. n Game Understanding: Introducing Basic Rules and Strategies in a simplified and enjoyable way.
n Physical Activity and Fun: Encouraging a healthy lifestyle through active participation and positive experiences.
This program is more than just learning soccer; it’s about building confidence, fostering friendships, and instilling a love for the sport. We believe in creating a supportive atmosphere where every child feels valued and has the opportunity to thrive.
registration information
REGISTRATION BEGINS: Monday, April 14, 2025 REGISTRATION ENDS: Friday, July 18, 2025 Date: September–October
(Season starts on Tuesday, September 2 Season tarts on Tuesday, September 2.)
NEW Cancellation Policy: Effective for the 2025 season, in the event there is a coaching shortage, teams will be formed in each division based on the amount of coaches able to volunteer. In the event the department has a shortage on coaches and not enough volunteers step-up, teams will be formed based on the order in which players are registered from first to last. We hope to not incur these situation and that we do indeed receive adequate volunteers each season.
other information
n■ Teammate/ Coach requests are NOT accepted (effective as of 2023).
n■ Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Once we have reached our maximum capacity you will be placed on a wait list with no team mate requests or guarantees of a spot so it is recommended that you register early. In the event space permits after July 18 a $25 late fee will apply per child.
n■ Anyone registering for our league and trying out for travel must withdraw from our rec league
by July 19 if they have made a travel team for
a refund. (Players are not permitted to play on both Travel and Rec. Soccer at the same time.)
n■ Parks & Recreation has the right to reconfigure, merge divisions with other organizations or cancel leagues based on enrollment and not having enough coaches. There will be no make ups beyond October 31 due to the cold weather and start of basketball season.
communications
n■ A majority of the communication for the season will take place via email.
n■ Please ensure your household email address is linked to your account at the time of registration AND set-up to receive emails from our department.
• If your account is not set-up to receive emails, you will miss important announcements regarding your child’s season.
n■ Communications related to scheduled practices/games, cancellations and/or other announcements will be made via email.
n■ Schedules will be posted online by visiting: https://rockyhillct.myrec.com/info/ and visiting the Youth Fall Soccer located by clicking the “Programs” link.
n■ Team placement emails will be sent out the week of August 25–August 29. If you do not receive an email by Friday August 29, please call the office.
Division Details
n■ All division’s practice, game days, locations and times are subject to change based on availability.
n■ ALL registered participants will receive one pinnie (subject to change).
n■ Grades/ages based on the 2025–26 school year. n■ All participants must be potty trained.
n■ Parent/guardians are REQUIRED to stay on-site
during practices and in games in the event of an
emergency.
n■ Please use the table on the next page to determine which division your child should be in.
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