Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Sports

Patterson Park Youth Soccer
Fall rec soccer league.
Boys and girls.
Game on Saturdays each week plus one practice or game during the week for U8-U13.

Season begins August 24, 2024

REGISTRATION IS CLOSED

VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED

Location
Patterson Park Turf Field

Ages
Age groups are based on birth year.
Age determination date: 12/31/2024
*Participants will be the age listed by the end of the calendar year.
Under-6 (age 5 - born 2019)
Under-8 (ages 6 & 7 - born 2017, 2018)
Under-10 (ages 8 & 9 - born 2015, 2016)
Under-13 (ages 10-12 - born 2012, 2013, 2014)

Dates
August 24 - November 2
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-13 - Saturdays: 1:45 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.* / Thursdays: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.*

*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)
U6
Format: 3v3 or 4v4 (no goalkeeper)
Field Size: 105’ x 70’
Goal Size: 4’ x 6’
Game Time: 4 quarters of 8 minutes
Ball Size: 3
No Offside
No score is kept
U6 Game Rules

U8
Format: 4v4 (no goalkeeper)
Field Size: 105’ x 70’
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

U10 - Beginning of Formal League Play
Format: 7v7
Ball Size: 4
Goal Size: 6.5’ x 18.5”
Field Size: 171’ x 120’ (cross-turf)
Game Time: 2 halves of 25 minutes
Offside
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

U12/U13
Format: 9v9
Ball Size: 4
Goal Size: 6.5’ x 18.5”
Field Size: 210' x 160' or 170' x 120'
Game Time: 2 halves of 30 minutes
Offside
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.

FAQ

What should the player wear and bring?
Always bring water. Appropriate clothing for athletics and the weather.
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