What ages and levels does Lakewood Soccer Association offer?Co-ed recreational Saturday Soccer serves players about ages 4 through 14 in U5–U14 brackets tied to Pre-K through eighth grade with an August 1 birthdate cutoff. It is recreational play with no tryouts.
About
Lakewood Soccer Association (LSA) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Lakewood, Ohio, recognized under IRC section 501(c)(3) with EIN 34-1406305. The association runs co-ed recreational soccer for youth roughly ages 4 through 14, centered on a Saturday Soccer program it has run for more than 40 years. There are no tryouts; teams are coached by volunteer parents.
Programs and seasons
Saturday Soccer runs two primary seasons each year: spring (about six games, typically mid-April through May) and fall (eight games, typically August through October). Saturday morning games use rotating start times such as 8:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:30 a.m., depending on the week. At the beginning of each season the association holds kick-off camps led by Lakewood High School soccer coaches and players.
Age brackets and ball sizes
Programming spans U5 through U14 brackets aligned to school grade (Pre-K through eighth grade) using an August 1 birthdate cutoff; the exact birth-year windows shift with each seasonal cycle. Ball sizes follow U5–U6 size 3, U7–U11 size 4, and U12–U14 size 5.
Games, practices, and training extras
Games for younger divisions (U5–U8) are at Memorial Fields, and U9–U14 games are at Tyler Field, both in the Cleveland Metroparks, on Saturday mornings. Teams hold at least one practice per week; practice time and location are set by the coach. During the spring season the association may offer one optional footskills session per week when weather allows.
Registration, fees, and aid
Player registration is seasonal. For spring 2026, player signup is $60 per child, open January 12 through February 17, with no new registrations after February 17. Team assignments are planned for the week of March 16, followed by schedules; games begin April 11 and continue Saturday mornings through May 16 that spring. Families facing economic hardship can request fee assistance by completing the Financial Assistance Request before registering. Coach, referee, and board volunteer signups use the association’s SportsEngine (Sport Ngin) registration forms each season.
Uniforms and gear
Purple and gold uniforms are sold in store or online through Geiger’s in Lakewood at 14710 Detroit Avenue, including a dedicated Lakewood Soccer Association team store online. Players must wear shin guards and bring a water bottle to association events.
Staying in touch
The association shares news on Facebook and Instagram. Prospective board members apply through the board member application process.
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Frequently asked questions
Where are games and practices?Saturday games are at Memorial Fields for U5–U8 and Tyler Field for U9–U14, both in the Cleveland Metroparks. Teams schedule at least one practice per week; the coach sets practice time and location.
When is registration and what does spring 2026 cost?Registration is seasonal. For spring 2026, player signup costs $60 per child, January 12 through February 17, with no registrations accepted after February 17. Team assignments are planned for the week of March 16, with games from April 11 through May 16 on Saturday mornings.
How long are the spring and fall seasons?Spring is typically six games from mid-April through May. Fall is eight games, typically August through October.
Are tryouts required?No. The program welcomes all skill levels in the age range and does not hold tryouts.
What is the coaching model?Teams are coached by volunteer parents. Kick-off camps at the start of each season involve Lakewood High School soccer coaches and players.
Is financial assistance available?Yes. Families experiencing economic hardship can submit a Financial Assistance Request before completing player registration.
Where do families buy uniforms?Purple and gold kits are available in person or online through Geiger’s at 14710 Detroit Avenue in Lakewood, including the association’s online team store at shopgeigers.com under Lakewood Soccer Association.
How can families follow updates or volunteer?The association maintains Facebook and Instagram accounts for community news. Prospective board members complete the board application; coach and referee roles register through the seasonal SportsEngine forms the association uses.
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