RECREATIONAL FULL-SIDED SOCCER (U13-U19)

Recreational soccer is designed for older players ready to play full-sided games. It is available for players U13 through U19, typically corresponding to 7th through 12th grade.

It has no tryouts, the season runs through the fall, practices twice a week, with a game on the weekend.

Players compete in standard 11v11 matches and follow all the official Laws of the Game. As players grow and develop, the ball size and match length increase, eventually reaching a full-size #5 ball with 45-minute halves.

Refer to our Age Chart to find the appropriate age group based on birth year.

For questions about the recreational program or registration, contact Jenny at Jenny@Issaquahfc.org.

REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR THE FALL 2025 SEASON.

A photo of a middle school-aged Issaquah FC team posing for a picture with their coaches at a tournament on a sunny day.

PROGRAM DETAILS

SEASON AND TIME COMMITMENT

Recreational teams begin practicing twice a week starting in mid-August. The league runs from the weekend after Labor Day (September 6th/7th) through mid-November. Days and locations determined by coach request and field availability

Games are typically held on Saturdays, but older boys’ and girls’ teams usually play on Sundays due to field availability. For details on which age groups play on Saturdays versus Sundays, see Game FAQ.

Each team plays a total of 10 games during the season (could have a bye weekend).

COST

See the registration fee table for details.

As part of their registration, recreational players receive an official Issaquah FC uniform kit, which includes a jersey, shorts, and socks. Parents are responsible for providing the following additional equipment:

Soccer Ball: All players are responsible for purchasing their own ball.
- U13 and above = size #5
Shin guards: Required for all practices and games.
Shoes: Cleats are recommended for better grip on wet grass and improved lateral movement.

TEAMS

Rosters are released to coaches in late July or early August. After that, no changes will be made except to add late registrants if space permits.

U13 through U19 teams play full 11-a-side games with a maximum roster size of 18 players.

Refer to our Age Chart for age groups based on birth year.

FIELD LOCATIONS

Practices: Teams practice within the Issaquah School District boundaries.
Games:
- Home games are held within Issaquah boundaries at one of the following fields:
  - Pine Lake Middle School
  - Pine Lake Park
  - Central Park
  - Beaver Lake Middle School (turf)
  - Inglewood Middle School
- Away games may be played in Mercer Island, Newport, Bellevue, Snoqualmie Valley, and other locations across the greater Eastside region.

For more information, visit the Field FAQ and Games FAQ pages.

COACHES

Every team will have volunteer coaches; primarily family members. No previous soccer experience is required - just enthusiasm and a commitment to attend every practice! We will provide training, resources, and equipment to support all coaches.