Programs with a Purpose

Our Youth Sports programs maximize the positive effects of athletics by emphasizing healthy competition and promoting teamwork. The Y focuses on the life lessons that can be learned from sports, and our coaches strive to instill a positive self-image in each player.

Spring soccer is sure to be a blast for your young player. Your child will learn the fundamentals of soccer during practices and games, while having a great time. In this program everyone plays and everyone has fun!

C.W. AVERY FAMILY YMCA

2026 Spring League Dates: April 27 - July 18

Practices begin the week of May 4, with games getting underway the week of May 25. Games will be played primarily on Friday evenings or Saturday mornings at the C.W. Avery Family YMCA. Occasional games may be played on weeknights. No games will be played on the 4th of July weekend.

All participants will receive a soccer shirt and socks for games. Uniforms will not be guaranteed by the first game for those players who register after March 30.

Registration opens in January.

League Divisions (Grade as of Spring 2026)

• Pre-K/Kindergarten
• Grades 1-2
• Grades 3-4*
• Grades 5-6*

*May be combined.

Cost:

Before February 24
$115 for Facility Members/$170 for Community Members

February 24-March 30
$125 for Facility Members/$185 for Community Members

After March 30
$135 for Facility Members/$200 for Community Members

Preseason Clinics

Preseason clinics are available to all youth soccer league participants at no extra cost. Pre-registration is required.

For more information, please contact:
Mariah Free, Sports Director
[email protected]
(815) 267-8600, ext. 217