What ages and program levels does Elk Grove Soccer offer?Elk Grove Soccer offers Future Stars for ages three to five, ADP for 2015 through 2019 birth years, Street Soccer for 2008 through 2018 birth years, and competitive teams from U8 through U19. The club also runs a school program with Elk Grove Charter School for student-athletes who want a different academic setup.

About
Elk Grove Soccer is a long-running community club in Elk Grove that has been operating since 1983 and welcomes about 6,000 players each year. Families can stay in one organization from first touches through advanced travel soccer, with preschool programming, bridge programs for players moving up from recreation, and competitive teams that reach the high-school ages.
Program options for different stages
Future Stars is the entry point for ages three to five, with small groups, volunteer coaches supported by full-time staff, and Friday game nights at Bartholomew Sports Park. ADP, the Advanced Development Program, serves 2015 through 2019 birth years and gives beginner-to-advanced players a structured step toward the competitive environment. Street Soccer adds another small-sided option for 2008 through 2018 birth years, using tight spaces and high-repetition play to build comfort on the ball and faster decisions.
Competitive pathway
The competitive side runs from U8 through U19 under director of coaching Dan James. Teams are organized in Platinum and Elite levels. Platinum teams train three days per week, while Elite teams train two days per week, with U8 through U10 teams training twice weekly. League play can include ECNL Regional League, Elite Academy League, DPL, NPL, NorCal Premier, and CCSL depending on level, and top teams can access national-league competition and strength-and-conditioning support.
Tryouts, fields, and season logistics
The 2025 competitive tryout cycle covers boys and girls born from 2007 through 2019. Younger birth years open on May 12 and 13, while older age groups continue on May 19 and 20. Sessions are held at Bartholomew Sports Park, Oasis Park, and Kammerer Park, depending on age group and gender. Families register before attending, check in at the tent for the correct birth year and gender, and bring normal training gear including a ball, cleats, and water.
School program and family support
Elk Grove Soccer also partners with Elk Grove Charter School on a school program that combines morning soccer training with classroom instruction, independent study, and community-based educational experiences. Students in the program can train with an elite soccer coach four mornings each week, and both the school and the elite soccer training are free. For families who need help with costs, financial aid is available for players with verified financial need, with applications submitted through PlayMetrics and awards intended to help bridge the gap between what a family can pay and the club's all-inclusive charges.
Contact and next steps
The club office is on Waterman Road in Elk Grove and keeps office hours Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Families can use the club's registration links for Future Stars, ADP, Street Soccer, or competitive tryouts, and competitive questions can also go directly to Dan James.
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Elk Grove Soccer train and play?Future Stars and ADP list Bartholomew Sports Park, 10150 Franklin High Road in Elk Grove, as their home location. Street Soccer is held at Don Nottoli Park, and competitive tryouts use Bartholomew Sports Park, Oasis Park, and Kammerer Park depending on the age group.
When are competitive tryouts and how do families register?The 2025 tryout cycle starts May 12 and 13 for younger birth years and continues May 19 and 20 for older groups, with separate boys and girls schedules by age. Families register online before attending, then check in at the tent for the correct birth year and gender when they arrive at the field.
What do the entry-level programs cost?Spring Future Stars costs $175 for players ages three to five. ADP costs $229 for 2015 through 2019 birth years, and Spring Street Soccer costs $175 for 2008 through 2018 birth years. Competitive pricing varies by level, and the club directs families to the fee information linked from the tryout page.
What is the club's coaching and development approach?ADP is built to move players from recreation toward a more competitive environment, grouping them by current ability and emphasizing technical and tactical learning together. On the competitive side, Elk Grove Soccer separates Platinum and Elite levels largely by training volume, with Platinum teams training three times per week and Elite teams training twice per week.
Is financial aid available?Yes. Elk Grove Soccer offers financial aid for players from families with verified financial need. Applications go through PlayMetrics, and the club says awards are meant to help bridge the gap between what a family can afford and the club's all-inclusive charges.
How can families contact Elk Grove Soccer?Families can contact the club office at the Waterman Road office Tuesday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The contact page lists online contact details, and competitive questions can also be directed to Dan James through the competitive program page.
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