ACS
Recreation Soccer
Spring Recreation League
Registration Now Open!
AC Sandhills invites you to join our Recreation Soccer Program. Recreation means that this program is for every age and level of player, from beginner to experienced, to come play Soccer here in the Sandhills. Our program is all about learning the game, developing skills, and having fun. We have a place for any player between the ages of 2 and 18.
**Schedules and dates are subject to change based on guidelines set by our state and local governments.
Birth Year Program
2020/2019 (Age 2-3) U4 Mini Kickers
2018/2017(Age 4-5) U6 Future Stars
2016-2005 (Age 6-18) U7 to High School
2016 = U7
2015 = U8
2014(U9) and 2013(U10) = U10
2012(U11) and 2011 (U12) = U12
2010(U13), 2009(U14) and 2008(U15) = U15
2007(U16), 2006(U17) and 2005 (U18) = High School
Under 6 Soccer
Future Stars will run, jump, turn, and kick their way through a fun program designed to teach players all the fundamental skills of soccer
Under 4 Soccer
This program teaches the key building blocks of soccer in a fun stress-free environment. Introduces basic agility, balance and dynamic movement.
2022/2023 Recreation Sponsors
2023 Spring Recreation Soccer League
Dates:
Practices start the week of February 20th
Games will be Saturdays, starting
March 11th
Location
All games for U7 through the High School Divisions will be held at the Morganton Sports Complex located at 100 Fire Lane in Southern Pines. Practices
will be at Morganton Road in addition to other area fields as
needed.
U7 / U8 Divisions
- Minimum of 6 Game Days
- 9 Practice Weeks; Practice 1 hour/once a week
- Referee for every game
- Rec Tournament (Spring Only)
U10 to High School Divisions
- U10, U12, U15, & Coed HS League
- Minimum of 6 Game Days
- 9 Practice Weeks; Practice 1 hour/twice a week
- Referee for every game
- Rec Tournament (Spring Only)
Jersey/Uniform
AC Sandhills provides 2 Jerseys for all
recreation players.
1 White (Home) Jersey / 1 Orange (Away) Jersey
Fall jerseys will be used for the spring season.
Recommended Uniform:
1 Soccer Shorts - Black
1 Pair Soccer Socks - Black
1 Pair of Shin Guards (required)
(Socks must cover shin guards completely)
1 Pair of Soccer Cleats (No metal studs allowed)
Free Play Fridays
and Fun Fridays!
Watch for Spring Dates!
5:30-6:30pm
.
Free Play is open for all Recreation Players, U10 and older, and it is small sided games that will take place every Friday during the recreation season for all eligible players. Coaches are encouraged to come and facilitate games but this will be a time for players to play. No coaching allowed.
Fun Fridays is a program designed for the U7 and U8 players to allow them more opportunity to play.
Registration
- $100 through January 15th
- $110 January 16th - February 13th
- $120 After February 13th
Age Verification
This can be a birth certificate or other legal document. Proof can be uploaded to TeamSnap when registering or presented to ACS Staff. You may also submit a birth certificate to info@acsandhills.com. If the players's age was verified in a past season, please contact ACS to confirm.
ACS REFUND POLICY
A full registration refund or credit will be issued if requested at least 10 days prior to the start of the first practice, minus a $15 administrative fee. After the season has started, a credit or refund may be considered by the Director of Soccer on a case-by-case basis, minus the $15 administrative fee.
U5/U6 Future Stars (For players born in 2017 or 2018)
Future Stars is a program for U6 players as part of the AC Sandhills recreation soccer program, the focus is on player development and creating a fun environment for players to experience the game of soccer.
Players will work on
- Agility
- Running
- Jumping
- Ball Control
- Kicking
Future Stars will run, jump, turn, and kick their way through a fun program designed to teach players all the fundamental tools they need to one day be a star player.
60 min Sessions on Saturdays
Soccer balls and equipment will be provided and set up by an ACS Staff Coach.
What to Bring
Players should wear athletic shoes and clothes, cleats not required, but all players need to wear shin guards. Also make sure to bring lots of water to stay hydrated.
Fall Dates
Saturdays:
September 17 & 24
October 1,15, 22, & 29
Rain Date - November 5
* Dates and schedules for our fall recreation programs are subject to change based on our state and local guidelines.
3 Sessions Available:
9 AM, 10 AM or 11 AM
Location: Aberdeen Sportsplex
11940 US Hwy 15 Aberdeen
U3/U4 Mini Kickers (For players born in 2019 & 2020)
U3/U4 Mini Kickers is a program for AC Sandhills youngest recreation players. The program is designed to prepare players to progress to U6 Future Stars after they turn 4 years old and teaches the key building blocks of soccer.
Players will work on:
- Dribbling with the ball & Changing Directions
- Stopping the ball
- Kicking the ball
Because agility, balance and quickness are key aspects of soccer, the Mini Kickers program also introduces players to basic agility like jumping, running sideways, backwards, and balance on one foot. Most of all players have fun in this stress-free sports environment.
Program available for players born in 2019 & 2020
Soccer balls and equipment is provided and set up by ACS Staff Coach.
Players should wear athletic shoes and clothes, cleats and shin guards not required.
Also make sure to bring lots of water to stay hydrated.
All participants will receive a Mini-Kickers T-Shirt
Fall Dates
Mondays: September 12, 19, 26
October 3, 17 24
Tuesdays: September 13, 20, 27
October 4, 11, 18
Wednesdays: September 14, 21, 28
October 5, 12, 19
Thursdays: September 15, 22, 29
October 6, 13, 20
9/29 canceled due to the weather
Fridays: September 16, 23, 30
October 7, 14, 21
9/30 canceled due to the weather
* Dates and schedules for our fall recreation programs are subject to change based on our state and local guidelines.
Program Days
Choose the day/time best for you.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays at 4:00 pm or
Wednesdays or Fridays at 9:30 am
Sessions run 45 minutes
Location:
Morganton Road Sports Complex
Cost: $65
