Rec – Nampa Premier Soccer

Recreational Division

Overview:

Our recreational division is just that RECREATIONAL.

Recreational Defined: relating to or denoting activity done for enjoyment in one’s spare time.

Our goal for recreational soccer is to foster a place where players can get outside, get active, and focus on having fun while also learning basic soccer skills, social skills, and team building skills.

Recreational soccer is NOT aimed at winning games or getting the most goals.

It is truly focused on having FUN and learning.

If you or your player are looking for a more intense and involved area of soccer that does have more focus on winning and promotes high-level competition, please consider trying out for our competitive program (More information on our competitive program can be found under the competitive section).

General information:

Spring Season:

Registration–
- Opens the end of October and Ends the middle of February with a Waitlisted option until the end of February.
Practices–
- Typically start the end of March.
Games–
- Games start the second weekend of April and end in May prior to memorial weekend.
Coaches–
- Will notify their teams as soon as they are given their roster at our seasonal coaches meeting.
- Normally this takes place mid to late March.

Fall Season:

Registration–
- Opens the end of May and Ends the middle of July with a Waitlisted option until the end of July
Practices–
- Typically start the end of August.
Games–
- Typically start the second weekend of September and run until the end of October prior to Halloween
Coaches–
- Will notify their teams as soon as they are given their roster at our seasonal coaches meeting.
- Normally this takes place mid to late August.

Games and Practices:

Games
For U10 and below age groups

All games are played at College of Western Idaho on Saturdays.

For outback age groups U11 and above

Home games are played at The College of Western Idaho on Saturdays.

Away games are played at the opposing teams home field.

All games are local to the treasure valley area.

Kids should be prepared for games with full uniform:

NPSC socks (over shin guards)
NPSC shorts
NPSC shirt (both colors)
Proper cleats (required for U7+)
No jewelry (watches, earrings, bracelets, etc.)

Practices
Practice dates and time are determined by the head coach. We try to create teams that reside in similar geographic locations. Practices are usually 1–2 times a week and last approximately 30 minutes to 1 hour, depending on your child’s age.

Kids should come to practice prepared with:

Shin guards
Water/water bottle
Appropriately-sized soccer ball
Cleats (suggested)
* If this is a hardship, please contact Nampa Premier Soccer Club

Coaches:

Our coaches are volunteer-based. They are required to complete and pass a background check. We require that all coaches pass a basic coaching class online, as well as a concussion awareness class as well.

We are always looking for new additions to our amazing coaches. If you are interested in coaching your child’s team or another team, please mark that on your registration form and go to ‘Get Involved‘ or get in touch with the Director of Recreational Coaching.

Reminders:

*Players must have a uniform, which can be purchased here. A uniform consists of 2 shirts (1 red and 1 white), 1 pair of shorts, and a pair of socks (socks can be purchased from any store; red is preferred but not required).

**A full uniform must be worn to each game. Please know that uniforms are now only available through Tursi Soccer with shipping. We do not have any on hand, and they will not be available for purchase at the booth. If you have any questions or issues with your uniform order please contact Tursi Soccer directly.