Cadets Rec Soccer Ages 6-14
Mission
United Cadet Rec aims to provide the youth of this community a recreational base of "Just Play" focused on kids having fun and creating a passion for soccer with new and old friends. Games are led by parent volunteers, under the supervision of a Technical Director.
Philosophy
The Philosophy of United Cadet Rec is to introduce the youth of the community to the number one sport in the world, while developing each player's soccer education, motor skills, teamwork and an overall love for the game.
Vision
The Vision of United Cadet Rec is to ignite a lifelong passion for soccer.
About
This youth league meets once per week to play games in a fun, competitive environment that allows the game itself to be the teacher. Players are placed on teams and managed during games by volunteer parent coaches.
Uniforms are used year-round. Purchase once, and use them in every session. United Cadet uniforms include 2 jersey's, 1 pair shorts, 1 pair soccer socks. $43 + tax
NEW!! R3C Training for United Cadet players!
United Cadets is now a games only format. If your player is interested in practices/training please see below for information on our new R3C Training. This training will be limited in size to ensure more individual attention. Training options are available at both Plex South and Plex North locations.
Plex North: Wednesdays (evening) First day - 4/20/22
Plex South: Tuesdays (evening) First day - 4/12/22
Practices will be at either 5:30 pm or 6:30 pm. We will email you with training time 1 week before start date. Younger kids will go first (6-7 yr olds will be at 5:30 pm)
Registration for training is SEPERATE from United Cadets.
Space is limited so register today!
PROGRAMS OFFERED
Fall
- 6 Weeks (Sept-Oct)
- 1 League Game Per Week
- Plex South Indoor: Mon OR Tues
- Plex North Indoor: Saturday
- Price: $60
Winter
- Winter 1: 8 Weeks (Nov-Dec)
- 1 League Game Per Week
- Plex South: Mon & Tues
- Plex North: Saturday
- Price: $85
- Winter 2: 8 Weeks (Jan-Mar)
- 1 League Game Per Week
- Plex South: Mon & Tues
- Plex North: Saturday
- Price: $85
Spring
- 8 weeks: April 18th - June 25th
- 1 League Game Per Week
- Plex South Indoor: Monday
- Plex North Indoor: Saturday
- Price:
$80$50
Summer
- 8 Weeks (North: June 29 - Aug 17; South: July 11 - Aug 29)
- 1 League Game Per Week
- Plex North Outdoor: Wednesday
- Rain Makeup Day (U13-U14 11v11): TBA
- Plex South Indoor: Tuesdays
- Plex North Outdoor: Wednesday
- Price:
$80$50
Looking for practices/training for your United Cadet?
United Cadets is now games only
Training is available separately through our R3C training program.
You must register your player for BOTH programs separately to have both training and games.
Plex South: Tuesdays
Plex North: Wednesdays
Click the R3C image below if interested in additional training options:
Contact the Director
Autumn Reiter
Director of Admin - Youth Soccer
Phone: 260.496.9999
Chad Hagerty
Director of Coaching
Phone: 260.496.9999
Play Format by Age
| Age Group | Play Format* |
|---|---|
| 14U-13U | 11v11 |
| 12U-11U | 9v9 |
| 10U-9U | 7v7 |
| 8U-7U | 4v4 |
*Play format may vary based on team size as well as if games are played indoor or outdoor.
United Cadets Sessions
| Session | Length | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | 6 Weeks | $60 |
| Winter 1 | 8 Weeks | $85 |
| Winter 2 | 8 Weeks | $85 |
| Spring | 8 Weeks | $50 |
| Summer | 8 Weeks | $80 |
Register individually online or in person at The Plex. Players can request up to 4 friends to play with on the same team, though it is not guaranteed. NO CUTS! Players are placed on teams by age and, in some cases, gender. Then each team is assigned a parent volunteer coach. These teams are then placed in divisions for league play.
- Parents can volunteer to be a team coach and will receive a 100% refund of their son or daughters registration at the conclusion of the session (Head coaches only, refund granted for only 1 child per coach). Coach can also request up to 4 players playing together on the same team. The Plex will provide volunteer coaches with a Plex t-shirt to wear during games.
- All volunteer coaches will be asked to agree to a background check, and sign the coaching code of conduct and expectations.
- CLICK HERE IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN COACHING A TEAM
Sibling Discounts Available
The Plex offers a sibling discount of 50% off to the 3rd child from the same family.
- All three children must be registered for the same session (Fall, Winter 1, etc.).
- Discount may be applied to United Cadets, Wee Bears, DFL Flag Football, Plex All-Stars.
- 50% off discount given to lowest priced program
- Must register in person to receive the discount, no discounts will be applied to online registrations.
Spring Plex North: *Tentative Times
Games - Saturdays
6-7 yr olds at 9 am or 10 am
8-9 yr olds at 11 am or 12 am
10-14 yr olds at 1 or 2 pm
Spring Plex South: *Tentative times
Games - Mondays (Mini Dome)
6-8 yr olds at 5:30 pm
9-14 yr olds at 6:30 pm
UNITED CADETS UNIFORM
A uniform is required for the United Cadets program and the uniform IS NOT included in the price of the session. The United Cadet uniform kit includes shorts, soccer socks, and 2 jersey's.
If you are not sure of your child's size, you can contact Lydia at lydiab@fwunitedfc.com to schedule a time to have your child try on a uniform.
United Cadet uniform - $43 + tax
