Recreational Program


About Rec Program

City SC Carlsbad Directors of Recreation, Gregg & Adam

The City SC Carlsbad Recreational Program is the foundation of City SC, serving over 2500 recreational players within Carlsbad & the North County area. City SC Carlsbad is dedicated to providing a fun, safe and community based program. It is our mission to offer a program where players have the opportunity to technically improve while having fun and building a love of the game, as well as providing unlimited growth opportunities for players of all skill levels and potentially acting as a stepping stone into the competitive program. Please click here to view our City SC player pathway.

The City SC Carlsbad Recreational Program is overseen by the Director of Recreation, Gregg Cacioppo, and the Assistant Director of Recreation, Adam Martin.

If you are looking for a place to play then look no further. City SC Carlsbad has the experience, knowledge and resources to fulfill every soccer players’ needs.

City SC Carlsbad runs three recreational seasons in the calendar year. First of which is the 6 week Winter League, followed shortly after by our 6 week Spring League, finally followed by our widely popular Fall Recreation League which runs from September – November. Fall registration ends in June and this league fills up quickly so be sure to sign up right away.

DIVISION COORDINATORS

Age Group Location Name Email Address
BU5 & BU7 North & South Jim Barnhill Email coming soon…
BU8 North & South Fer O’Neil Email coming soon…
BU10 North Bob Lundblad Email coming soon…
BU10 South Stephen D’Arcy Email coming soon…
BU12 North & South Alex Tomlinson Email coming soon…
BU14-19 North & South Jose Fernandez-Stoll Email coming soon…
GU5 & GU7 North & South Kyla Rutledge Email coming soon…
GU8 North & South Reed Shafer Email coming soon…
GU10 North Stefan Asbock Email coming soon…
GU10 South Joanna Keeping Email coming soon…
GU12 North & South Rob Pizzurro Email coming soon…
GU14-19 North & South Curtis Marsh Email coming soon…

CONTACT US

Director of Recreation: Gregg Cacioppo | info@citysccarlsbad.com
Assistant Director of Recreation: Adam Martin | info@citysccarlsbad.com
VP of Recreation: Jim Barnhill | jim@ourcitysc.com



2024 Fall Season

Thank you for considering City SC Carlsbad for your child’s Fall soccer season. We take great pride in providing our community with the best soccer experience and look to provide our participants with a well organized program. We are excited to welcome you to what will surely be an amazing Fall 2024 Soccer Season!

Our recreation program is for everyone! We have teams from ages 3-18 and all levels are welcome!
For more details on the Fall 2024 program please CLICK HERE for our FAQs.

For your convenience, we have two location-based registration options:

  • NORTH CARLSBAD will play and practice on fields North of Palomar Airport Road including but not limited to: Zone 5, Magnolia, Chase, Hope, Calavera Hills, Jefferson, Valley, Buena Vista
  • SOUTH CARLSBAD will play and practice on fields South of Palomar Airport Road including but not limited to: Zone 5 La Costa Heights, La Costa Meadows, Alga Norte, Aviara Park, Poinsettia Park, Stagecoach Park, El Camino Creek, Mission Estancia

*REGISTRATION FEES

  • March 4–March 15 (Early Bird): U5 & U7 = $215 | U8-U19 = $260
  • March 16–May 31: U5 & U7 = $230 | U8-U19 = $275
  • June 1–July 7 (**Last Chance Registration): U5 & U7 = $230 | U8-U19 = $300
  • CLICK HERE to register NOW!

*Registration will close on July 7, 2024. A $20 late fee will be assessed on all registrations after July 7, 2024, and players will be placed onto the waitlist and only placed if a spot is available**Age groups will likely be close to full by this time

Age Brackets/FormatUnder 5: U5 players (born in 2020) play 4v4
Under 7: U6/U7 players (2019/2018) play 4v4
Under 8: U8 players (born in 2017) play 7v7
Under 10: U9/U10 players (born in 2016 & 2015) play 7v7
Under 12: U11/U12 players (born in 2014 & 2013) play 9v9
Under 14: U13/U14 players (born in 2012 & 2011) play 11v11
Under 16: U15/U16 players (born in 2010 & 2009) play 11v11 ***
Under 19: U17/U18/U19 players (born in 2008, 2007 & 2006) play 11v11***
***Our U16 and U19 Teams are placed in the SoCal Super Rec league. Game scheduling is done by SoCal and games can be played on either Saturday or Sundays during the season.

Our Fall Recreational Registration includes:

  • Home and away City SC Carlsbad uniforms
  • Personalized trophy (U12 and below ONLY)
  • Picture package
  • Certified USSF referees for age groups U8 and up
  • Field set up and take down
  • Cal South trained and licensed volunteer coaches

Registration details:

  • All registration is online via our link (WILL BE HERE)
  • Registration will close on July 7, 2024. A $20 late fee will be assessed on all registrations after July 7, 2024, and players will be placed onto the waitlist
  • The season will go from August 12 through to November 10, 2024
  • We will do our best to honor one buddy request but it MUST be reciprocated and you MUST be in the same division, if received prior to the close of registration on July 7, 2024 – requests must be made at the time of registration and must be entered into the appropriate field during the registration process (we will NOT accept requests via email)
  • Please contact TeamSnap Chat Feature for issues regarding registration issues

VOLUNTEER HEAD or ASSISTANT COACHES NEEDEDAll of our volunteer coaches are given training and tools to help them be successful. If you are interested in becoming a coach, please CLICK HERE.
Play Up An Age Group Request Form: if you want your child to be considered to play up an age group, please fill out our request form by CLICKING HERE. Not all requests are guaranteed.

For cancellation policy, please CLICK HERE.
Refunds are only given for the following reasons after registration closes:

  • Injuries – The injury must occur before the first game of the season and prevent the player from participating for the majority of the season. Parents must provide a medical note from doctors as proof
  • No placement – If we cannot place your child due to a lack of coaches then we will provide a full refund

Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


2024 Winter League

Winter League 2024 Registration is NOW OPEN!
City SC Carlsbad Recreation offers two very unique Winter Soccer Programs for children with the birth years 2020-2011. Each program runs 6 weeks and only meets on Saturdays. Please see below for more information on each program.

2020-2017 4v4 Winter League Jamboree

Our Winter Jamboree is geared for children aged 3-7 years old. The goal for this program is all about development and learning the skills needed to play in a full season of soccer. This is a great environment as an introduction to the sport and/or for the experienced player looking to get some great coaching from our professional coaching staff. Each week there will be a new focus and each child will get hundreds of touches on the ball in just an hour session. Our professional staff will teach our future stars some new skills and proper soccer technique with creative and fun games and drills. Every session will end in a small sided game where parents can cheer on their favorite little soccer stars!

AGES: Boys & Girls aged 3-7 (birth years 2020-2017)
DATES:
Saturdays, Feb 3-Mar 16, 2024 (Excludes presidents day weekend)
TIMES (subject to change):

  • Boys & Girls 2020/2019: 8:30-9:30am
  • Boys 2018/2017: 9:45-10:45am
  • Girls 2018/2017: 11am-12pm

*LOCATION: Poinsettia Community Park
*Please note Week 1, Feb 3, will be At Aviara Community Park
COST:
$140 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 Professional Coaches Sessions)
NOTE: Once you sign up you will receive an acceptance email and your payment method will be charged
REGISTER: CLICK HERE to register
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE JAN 1 OR WHEN DIVISIONS FILL
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child
BUDDY REQUESTS: For Jamboree League we will send out a buddy request form closer to the start date


2016-2011 7v7 Winter League Pick Up

Our Winter 7v7 League is a great way for our recreation players to stay in soccer shape while still having time for other Spring Activities. All sessions are run on Saturdays with a 30 min practice before each game. Teams will be run by a volunteer coach and play other teams in the league in a 7v7 format so each player gets maximum touches on the ball during each game.

AGES: Boys & Girls 8-14 (birth years 2016-2011)
DATES: Saturdays, Feb 3-Mar 16, 2024 (Excludes presidents day weekend)
TIMES (PLEASE NOTE WEEK 1, FEB 3, TIMES WILL BE FROM 12:30PM ONWARDS IN THE SAME ORDER BELOW IN 90 MINUTE INCREMENTS):

  • Girls U10 (2016/2015) 8:30AM-10:00AM
  • Boys U10 (2016/2015) 10:00AM-11:30AM
  • Girls U12 (2014/2013) 11:30AM-1:00PM
  • Boys U12 (2014/2013) 1:00PM-2:30PM
  • Boys & Girls (2012/2011) 2:30PM-4:00PM – please note this could be co-ed depending on sign ups

LOCATION: Aviara Community Park
COST: $170 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 games with a licensed Referee)
COACHES: The 7v7 league is run by volunteer coaches, if you are interested in coaching then please fill out the following form by CLICKING HERE
REGISTER: CLICK HERE to register
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE JAN 1 OR WHEN DIVISIONS FILL
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child
BUDDY REQUESTS: For 7v7 Winter League we do not offer buddy requests due to the size and structure of the program


Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


2024 Spring League

Spring League 2024 Registration is NOW OPENCity SC Carlsbad Recreation offers two very unique Spring Soccer Programs for children ages 3-13. Each program runs 6 weeks and only meets on Saturdays. Please see below for more information on each program.


2020-2017 4v4 Spring League Jamboree

Our Spring Jamboree is geared for children aged 3-7 years old. The goal for this program is all about development and learning the skills needed to play in a full season of soccer. This is a great environment as an introduction to the sport and/or for the experienced player looking to get some great coaching from our professional coaching staff. Each week there will be a new focus and each child will get hundreds of touches on the ball in just an hour session. Our professional staff will teach our future stars some new skills and proper soccer technique with creative and fun games and drills. Every session will end in a small sided game where parents can cheer on their favorite little soccer stars!

AGES: *Boys & Girls aged 3-7 (birth years 2020-2017)DATES: Saturdays, Apr 13-May 18TIMES (subject to change):

  • Boys & Girls 2020/2019: 8:30-9:30am
  • Boys 2018/2017: 9:45-10:45am
  • Girls 2018/2017: 11am-12pm

LOCATION: Buena Vista Elementary SchoolCOST: *Early Bird Pricing = $140 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 Professional Coaches Sessions)
*Early Bird Pricing ends Friday, Feb 9. From Feb 10 onwards, the regular pricing of $155 will applyNOTE: Once you sign up you will receive an acceptance email and your payment method will be chargedREGISTER: CLICK HERE to register
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE MARCH 15 OR WHEN DIVISIONS ARE FULL.
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child.


2016-2011 7v7 Spring League Pick Up

Our Spring 7v7 League is a great way for our recreation players to stay in soccer shape while still having time for other Spring Activities. All sessions are run on Saturdays with a 30 min practice before each game. Teams will be run by a volunteer coach and play other teams in the league in a 7v7 format so each player gets maximum touches on the ball during each game.

AGES: *Boys & Girls 8-13 (birth years 2016-2011)DATES: Saturdays, Apr 13-May 18TIMES:

  • Boys U10 (2016/2015 Birth Years): 8:30-9:55am
  • Girls U10 (2016/2015 Birth Years): 10:00-11:25am
  • Boys U12 (2014/2013 Birth Years): 11:30am-12:55pm
  • Girls U12 (2014/2013 Birth Years): 1:00pm-2:25pm
  • *Boys & Girls Coed U14 (2012/2011 Birth Years): 2:30pm-3:55pm

LOCATION: Magnolia Elementary SchoolCOST: *Early Bird Pricing = $170 (Includes Shirt, End of Session Medal, and 6 games with a licensed Referee)
*Early Bird Pricing ends Friday, Feb 9. From Feb 10 onwards, the regular pricing of $185 will applyCOACHES: The 7v7 league is run by volunteer coaches, if you are interested in coaching then please fill out the following form by CLICKING HEREREGISTER: CLICK HERE to register
REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE MARCH 15 OR WHEN DIVISIONS ARE FULL.
If your child’s division is full then please CLICK HERE to fill out the form to be added to our waitlist. We will contact you directly if a spot opens up for your child.
*2012 and 2011 age groups will be COED, 2016-2013 will not be COED


Questions? Please email: info@citysccarlsbad.com


Coaches Corner

Coaches Corner is the ‘go to’ resource for fun/technical drills and advice. A great resource for the recreational coach, click on any of the links below for access to instructional documents with various coaching drills & advice:

RECREATIONAL COACHES RESOURCES

  • 2019 Coaches’ Recreation Handbook – CLICK HERE to view/download
  • 2019 Team Parent Handbook – link coming soon
  • 2019 Practice Field Schedule – link coming soon

U6 RECREATIONAL SESSIONS – Cal South

  • Click here to gain access to 32 instructional U6 session videos
  • Click here to gain access to 9 U6 lesson plans

FUN GAMES THAT TEACH SOCCER

MORE TECHNICAL DRILLS

ADVICE

NUTRITION & HYDRATION

DRILL VIDEOS





Sponsors

Massive THANKS to our 2020 Recreational Team Sponsors (listed below).

Like always, we are extremely grateful for our sponsors generosity so please try and support their local businesses in return!

 

Sponsor Name Sponsor Website
Accuweld
Annmarie D’Ercole Jewelry & Apparel shopannmarie.com 
Automation Design Group adgautomation.com 
Bluprint Home Loans www.bluprinthomeloans.com
BluPrint Home Loans www.bluprinthomeloans.com
Carlsbad Lagoon carlsbadlagoon.com
Carlsbad Lagoon carlsbadlagoon.com
CLA Funding https://clafunding.com
ClearTake www.cleartake.com
Cloud Construction SD cloudconstructionsd.com
Dwin Legal, APC dwinlegal.com
Echelon Front echelonfront.com
El Nopalito el-nopalito.com
EY www.ey.com
Ferrelli & Associates www.buysellsd.com 
First Republic Bank firstrepublic.com
Ford Hutman Media https://fordhutmanmedia.com/
Geoff Proctor Mortgage Team www.geoffproctorteam.com 
Grizzly Tree Trimming Services
Johnson & Johnson
Kahana Feld LLP kahanafeld.com
Kearny Mesa Chevrolet kearnymesachevrolet.com
Koa Komponents Inc. www.koakomponents.com 
Kunzik and Sara Construction www.kunzikandsara.com
Legacy Flooring America www.legacyflooringamerica.com
Massa+Associates Real Estate Group
Original Grain
Pacific First Realty pacificfirstrealty.com
Packard Dental www.packarddental.com
Packard Dental packarddental.com
Sand Dollar Properties
SHELTA sheltahats.com
Skin and Tonique www.skinandtonique.com
SKLZ www.sklz.com
Spill Bully www.spillbully.com
Strawberry Shack thestrawberryshack.com
Suja www.sujajuice.com
Sundt Construction www.sundt.com
Super Dry Flood Service superdrysandiego.com
Swamis Cafe swamiscafe.com
Sweet Bamboo
Trade Ideas, LLC www.trade-ideas.com 
Trane www.tranetechnologies.com
ViaSat www.viatsat.com
Zuniga Tree Service Inc. zunigatreeservice.com