Lafayette Parks and Recreation

Fall soccer registration is now open. The six week season opens September 6 and closes October 11.  

U6 Division is for 4-5 YO players. Teams are kept small with 5-6 players. Fields are modified for beginner play. U6 teams practice for 30 minutes and play for 30 minutes during their one hour time slot on  Saturday mornings. Parents coach these teams. Because U6 teams are small, it is important for everybody to make it to the games so teams have enough players. Players need soccer socks, shin guards, and water bottles, Each player should have a #3 soccer ball. Cleated shoes are recommended but running shoes work fine.  

U8 Girls Division is for 6-7 YO players.  Each team will have 6-7 players on the roster. Games are played 5x5. All games are on Saturdays during a 1 hour time slot. The U8 teams usually practice 1X per week. Coaches and parents decide which evening to practice. Teams and field sizes are kept small. Games are played 5X5 with goals. Players should come with soccer socks, shin guards, water bottles, and cleated shoes. Each player should have their own #3 soccer ball. 

U8 Co-ed Division is for 6-7 YO players.  Each team will have 6-7 players on the roster. Games are played 5x5. All games are on Saturdays during a 1 hour time slot. The U8 teams usually practice 1X per week. Coaches and parents decide which evening to practice. Teams and field sizes are kept small. Games are played 5X5 with goals. Players should come with soccer socks, shin guards, water bottles, and cleated shoes. Each player should have their own #3 soccer ball. 

U10 Girls Division is for 8-9 YO players. Each team will have 9-10 players. The games are played 7X7. The field is sized up and and goalies are used.  Typically, U10 practice 2X per week. Coaches and parents agree which nights work best.  Players need their own cleats, soccer socks, water bottles and cleats. A size #4 ball is used.    All games are played Saturdays. 

U10 Co-ed Division is for 8-9 YO players. Each team will have 9-10 players. The games are played 7X7. The field is sized up and and goalies are used.  Typically, U10 practice 2X per week. Coaches and parents agree which nights work best.  Players need their own cleats, soccer socks, water bottles and cleats. A size #4 ball is used.    All games are played Saturdays. 

U12/14 Co-ed Division is for players 10-13 YO. Each team will have 13 players. The games are played 9x9.  This division plays in a league with Chippewa Falls Youth soccer league. Games are scheduled on Saturdays at either Lafayette or at Casper Field. Practices are 2X a week on nights agreed to by coaches and parents.  Players should come with their own gear. 

Have fun and learn the fundamentals—it’s really pretty simple here at Lafayette. We strive to offer a great place to introduce your child to the fun and exciting world of team sports. Our programs are specially designed to offer all kids a chance to learn and play organized youth sports. Games and practices are set up so players can learn and grow while having a good time with their friends and classmates. Coaching and competition is kept positive so kids are motivated to learn and work together—important assets for all youth as they grow and develop.

Parents can also have fun!  We cover concessions duties so parents can watch, cheer, or coach their kid’s team. You won't find mandatory $100 'concession shift deposits’ or ‘extra $50 non-worker fees’ here. Our concessions are run exclusively by youth where they can get a chance to learn job duties, work commitment, and customer service. So parents, you too can 'recreate' at Lafayette, a great place where you can enjoy coaching and cheering on the kids with friends and neighbors.

No matter which town or community you are from, all are welcome join us at Lafayette Parks & Recreation. Hope to see you on the fields soon!