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9U - 10U Recreational

Birth Years 2017 - 2016


The 9U-10U Recreational program at Skyline is designed to continue the long tradition of Skyline’s fun, community atmosphere. The 9U-10U Recreational program has two seasons, one in the fall and one in the spring. Families will register prior to each season. The fall season runs from August – October and the spring season runs from March – May.


  • All 9U-10U Recreational teams are coached by volunteer parents. At this age, teams typically practice one, sometimes two times a week at a convenient location near you. Practice days and times vary from team to team based on the geographic location of families and the coach’s choice.


  • 9U/10U Recreational teams participate in the South Metro League or the Colorado Soccer Association (CSA) Front Range Recreational Leagues.  Teams play seven versus seven (7v7) format with goalkeepers for 8 games per season.


  • Games are played in a home/away format with opponents. For Interleague, 4 home games will be at Skyline fields (Kennedy or Hampden Heights) and 4 away games at Littleton United fields or Real fields in Highlands Ranch/Parker. 


  • Teams that participate in the CSA Front Range League will have 4 home games at Skyline fields (Kennedy or Hampden Heights) and 4 away games outside of Denver and surrounding areas may be required for games. These locations could range from Ft Collins to Pueblo. Games are refereed by certified referees at 9U/10U, with parents stepping in as needed.


  • Teams playing the Front Range and Advance league must comply with CSA roster limitations, age restrictions and player verification rules.

Upcoming Important Dates

Date Event
10/11/24 Spring Registration Opens
2/7/25 Returning player registration deadline for priority team placement.
2/28/25 Practices will be made visible in the Playmetrics app.
3/7/25 Front Range League Schedules Post
Play Dates (8 of the following) March: 22, 29 April: 5, 12, 19, 26 May: 3, 10, 17, 18 Front Range League (Designated 9U-12U teams) U13, U14, U15
3/8/25 Early Regreation discount ended, standard rate applies. Registration is first come first serve where space is available.
3/14/25 South Metro League game schedules will be posted in Playmetrics.
Play Dates (8 of the following) March 29, April 5, 12, 19, 26-27, May 3, 10, 17 South Metro Interleague U9, U10, U11, U12
4/11/25 Fall Registration Opens
Register for Fall Now

Fall Registration: $220

Which program is right for your player: Recreational vs Developmental Rec vs Elite

9U/10U Recreational 9U/10U Developmental Rec 9U/10U Elite
Birth Year 2017 (9U) & 2016 (10U) 2017 (9U) & 2016 (10U) For 2024/2025: 2017 (9U) & 2016 (10U)
Tryout Not Required Not Required Required
Program Goal Focus on fun and learning. Players new to soccer or want to play for fun with friends. Both Rec and Developmental Rec teams can participate and teams may be formed around friends and existing teams. Players with higher skill level and excitement for the game. Commitment level similar to that required at 11U Competitive. Teams are formed around DOC recommendations.
Commitment One Season One Season Fall, Pre Spring and Spring Seasons
Team Formation Team/Friend/Coach Requests Teams receive 5 training sessions with a Skyline Staff coach for practices during the season Invite Only / DOC Approval
Ideal Team Size 12-14 Players 12-14 Players 9-12 Players
Competition Level Skyline / Colorado United Inter League Teams are encouraged to play at the appropriate level of CSA Front Range League. CSA Front Range League Intermediate - Silver, Gold or Premier
Game Format 7v7 with goalkeepers 7v7 with goalkeepers 7v7 with goalkeepers
Game Location 4 Home games at Kennedy Soccer Complex OR Hampden Heights Park. 4 away games in the Littleton and Highlands Ranch area. CSA Front Range League - 4 Home games at Kennedy Soccer Complex or Hampden Heights. 4 Away games Greater metro area. Home games at Kennedy Soccer Complex. Away games will be in the greater metro area.
Coach Volunteer Parent Coach Volunteer Parent Coach and 5 In Season Team Based Sessions Included with Registration - No Winter Included Paid Staff Coach and Director of Coaching
Practices Once Weekly One Weekly with volunteer Parent Coach plus Team Based training sessions with Skyline Staff Coach at 5 of your practices (Centralized location). Twice Weekly with Paid Coach Plus Optional Elite AGT with DOC.
Practice Location Permitted Parks - Coaches Choice Permitted Parks - Coaches Choice Kennedy Soccer Complex or Centrally Located Park
SKILLS/AGT Training Optional - Cost of $100. Space is limited - First come first served. 4 Monday Training sessions Individual Skills Add-on is not offered. The team will receive 5 practice sessions during the season from a Skyline Staff coach. Optional AGT Sessions Included (Weather & Permit Dependent)
Goalkeeper Training TBD TBD Optional Goalkeeper Sessions per Year (Weather & Permit Dependent)
Uniform Kit - Order from soccer.com Rec and Developmental Rec - Additional Cost (2 jerseys, 1 short and 1 pair of socks) $55-$60 based on youth or adult sizes. http://www.skylinesoccer.org/uniforms/ Rec and Developmental - Additional Cost (2 jerseys, 1 short and 1 pair of socks) $55-$60 based on youth or adult sizes. http://www.skylinesoccer.org/uniforms $151 - Additional Cost (2 jerseys, 2 shorts, 2 pairs of socks & 1 training top) http://www.skylinesoccer.org/uniforms
Tournaments Optional Team Sign Up (Additional Cost) Optional (Additional Cost) Skyline Cup (Required) is Included in registration fee. Additional tournaments (Highly recommended) will be an additional cost. 2-3 Per Year (Additional Cost)
Winter Training Camp or Indoor League Opportunities (Additional Cost) Camp or Indoor League Opportunities (Additional Cost) Spring Preseason Training Sessions (Included in Registration Cost)
Indoor League Optional (Additional Cost) Optional (Additional Cost) Strongly Encouraged (Additional Cost)

Once you have registered your player, Skyline staff will begin assigning players. Returning players registered prior to the returning player deadline will be placed back on their teams (from the previous season only) first.


For players new to Skyline or New to the age group (not on a team from the previous season) will be added to teams based on the registration criteria and on a first come first served basis. In the registration form, coach and friend requests can be made. In addition, you can also select practice region. Unfortunately, not all of these requests can be accommodated. For example, a specific team may already have their maximum number of players on the roster.


After taking coach and friend requests into consideration, your other practice details will be considered when assigning players to a team. While we cannot honor every request, we will do our absolute best to place your player in an appropriate environment.


Priority placement will be given to players registered prior to the deadline. After the returning player deadline, Skyline can no longer guarantee placement for new or returning players.


If Skyline is unable to place your player we will refund you your registration fees.

Skyline is an adidas club and requires adidas uniforms on an ongoing two-year uniform cycle. The newest cycle will begin Fall 2021 season. The cost of the new full kit is about $45-$50 (based on youth and adult sizes). For ordering and more information please visit our Uniforms page.


 Although Skyline only requires certain items in your uniform kit, your player will need:


  • Shin Guards: All players are required to wear shin guards during all training and matches. Shin guards are to be worn underneath soccer socks.
  • Cleats: All players are strongly encouraged to purchase cleats to wear in training and matches.
  • Soccer Ball: Skyline encourages all players to bring their soccer ball with them to all training sessions and matches. 9U – 10U players use a size (4) four soccer ball.
  • Water Bottle: All players should bring their own water to all training and matches.

The uniform must be purchased from Soccer.com. The other items can be bought online on or through your local sports retail store. For more information, please visit our Uniforms page. 

How do I know which program to register my player for? When deciding whether to register your play for the Recreational program or the Developmental Rec program, please consider your player’s long-term interests. If you believe that your player is interested in playing with a higher level commitment under the direction of Skyline Staff during 5 training sessions in addition to the weekly team practice, then take a strong look at the Developmental Rec program. If your player is interested in the fun, social aspect of soccer, the recreational program is more likely the right program. Either way, players are able to change programs during their soccer career (although players are not allowed to change programs during the season).


The main difference between Recreational and Developmental Rec is that a Skyline coach works with the team on team concepts, team formation, team positioning, team building. To make the team the focal point and work as a team for game day preparations. There will still be technical development involved in every session but more working as a team to build players confidence.


When will I find out what team my child is on? In the fall season, this information will be emailed to your during the second week of August. In the spring season, you will be notified during the second week of March. You will be notified of your coach’s name and practice day, time, and location. Timing of the announcement is dependent on when a volunteer coach is confirmed.


When will practices begin? Skyline receives park permits from DPR each season. Practices will begin two weeks prior to the first game. Please check the ‘Important Dates’ tab for specific dates.


How many games will we have per season?  Each age group will have 8 games per season.


Can my child play up and age group? At Skyline, we do have a few players who ‘play up.’ but these players are the exception. All players who play up need approval from the Director of Coaching. When determining whether a player is ready to play up, the player must be ready soccer-wise, physically, and socially. We will not have players play up more than one age group.


How do we know if a game or practice has been rained out? Please check the Skyline Field Status on our homepage or call the weather line at 720.317.2882. During the week, the weather line is updated by 3:00p and by 7:30a on weekends.


What if my child does not get placed on a team? You will receive a full refund.


What if my team cannot make a game?

When playing in CSA leagues, teams are required to travel to all home and away games.  Teams typically have 4 home and 4 away games.  By signing the registration waiver, you agree to traveling to away games regardless of the distance.  


Colorado Soccer Association (CSA) fines clubs $500 for forfeits, and those fees will be paid by the members of the team that is forfeiting the game. Skyline will do its best to get guest players for teams who are short players or will help reschedule games where teams don't have enough players. However, Skyline will not approve forfeits and therefore the fees will be paid by the team members.

We ask that Coaches, Parents and Players fulfill their commitment and support everyone's soccer experience by participating in all home and away games.


If you have questions or want to learn more about the recreational program, please contact Jack Neukirch at jack@skylinesoccer.org

Questions about Developmental Rec contact Travis Yoakum travis@skylinesoccer.org

Questions about Elite contact Howard Shumer howard@skylinesoccer.org