Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Sports

Patterson Park Youth Soccer
Fall Rec Soccer League
Boys & Girls
Game on Saturdays each week plus one practice or game during the week for U8-U14.

Season begins August 2025

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED

Location
Patterson Park Turf Field
200 S. Linwood Avenue, 21224

Ages
Age groups are based on birth year.
Age determination date: 12/31/2025
*Participants will be the age listed by the end of the calendar year.
Under-6 (age 5 - born 2020)
Under-8 (ages 6 & 7 - born 2018, 2019)
Under-10 (ages 8 & 9 - born 2016, 2017)
Under-12 (ages 10-11 - born 2014, 2015)
Under-14 (ages 12-13 - born 2012, 2013)

Dates & Times
August 23 - November 1
Under-6 - Saturdays: 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Under-8 - Saturdays: 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. / Tuesdays: 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Under-10 - Saturdays: 12:30 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. / Wednesdays: 6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Under-12 - Saturdays: 1:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.* / Thursdays: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.*
Under-14 - Saturdays:

*times may adjust based on number of teams.

Cost
$35/player
Includes uniform shirt, shorts, and socks.
*Shin guards are required and not provided.

Game Formats (based on US Youth Soccer Recommendations)
Under-6
Format: 3v3 or 4v4 (no goalkeeper)
Field Size: 35 yards x 25 yards (105’ x 75’)
Goal Size: 4’ x 6’
Game Time: 4 quarters of 8 minutes
Ball Size: 3
No Offside
No score is kept
U6 Game Rules

Under-8
Format: 4v4 (no goalkeeper)
Field Size: 35 yards x 25 yards (105’ x 75’)
Goal Size: 4’ x 6’
Game Time: 4 quarters of 10 minutes
Ball Size: 3
No Offside
Score may be kept during play to make adjustments for game imbalances but is not emphasized or recorded.
U8 Game Rules

Under-10 - Beginning of Formal League Play
Format: 7v7
Ball Size: 4
Goal Size: 6.5’ x 18.5”
Field Size: 57 yards x 40 yards (171’ x 120’)
Game Time: 2 halves of 25 minutes
Offside (build out line)
Introduction to competition and tactical play. Score is kept. Scores and standings are recorded for playoff seeding but not made public. Positions are rotated. Equal playing time for all. Emphasis is on development.
U10 Game Rules

Under-12
Format: 9v9
Ball Size: 4
Goal Size: 6.5’ x 18.5”
Field Size: 80 yards x 55 yards (240' x 165')
Game Time: 2 halves of 30 minutes
Offside (midfield)
Progression of competition and tactical play. Score is kept. Scores and standings are recorded for playoff seeding but not made public. Positions are rotated. Equal playing time for all. Emphasis is on development.

Under-14
Format: 11v11
Ball Size: 5
Goal Size: 8' x 24'
Field Size: 120 yards x 55 yards (360' x 165')
Game Time: 2 halves of 35 minutes
Offside

FAQ

What should the player wear and bring?
Always bring water. Appropriate clothing for athletics and the weather. No jewelry is allowed to be worn.
Equipment for players?
Parents provide shin guards and athletic shoes. Turf soccer cleats are fine but not required. No metal cleats.
Can I help coach?
YES, and BCRP will provide the training and background checks at no cost to coaches.
What if it rains?
We will cancel due to heavy rain/thunderstorms, and inform everyone via an announcement on this website and email.

League Contact: rob.schoppert@baltimorecity.gov