As we look toward the 2026 soccer season, the East Central Soccer District is excited to share our proposed calendar. Below is the information for our four primary programs and the key milestones you need to know. These dates were approved at the AGM on January 24, 2026. Divisions of play are as follows: Classic…

Now that the dust has settled from the 2025 Spring/Summer season, we’d love to hear your thoughts. We’ve created a short survey to collect your feedback. Your perspective is crucial as we reflect on the past season and look ahead to the future direction of the league. Your input will help us make improvements to…

For many girls, the thrill of scoring a goal, the camaraderie of being on a team, and the joy of playing a sport can be a formative part of their childhood. So why is it that as they get older, the number of girls who continue to play drops so dramatically? While there’s no single…

The sidelines of youth soccer fields should be a place of positive encouragement, not hostility. Unfortunately, rising instances of verbal and physical abuse toward referees have led to a significant shortage of officials, threatening the very future of the sport. In response, U.S. Soccer has implemented an updated Referee Abuse Prevention Policy (Policy 531-9), effective…

There is no wrong style of coaching (with a few caveats).  Be authentic you, and the kids will respond. There are few things in life more fun than walking into your child’s elementary school, the grocery store and having kids call out “Hi coach!” as you walk along.  You’re going to be rewarded far more…