programs
Our Recreational Program serves as the foundation of the organization and is the very heart and soul of what we do. The basic objective of the program is really quite simple - to provide a safe environment for kids to learn and enjoy the game.
Teams are formed by neighborhood so kids can play with their classmates and for the convenience of practice locations. Teams are allowed to practice no more than two times per week. Games are played on Saturday mornings. Both the Fall and Spring Seasons run for 8 weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April.
Teams are formed by neighborhood so kids can play with their classmates and for the convenience of practice locations. Teams are allowed to practice no more than two times per week. Games are played on Saturday mornings. Both the Fall and Spring Seasons run for 8 weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April.
Tiny Tots (3 - 5 Years)
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two outdoor seasons: Fall and Spring, and an indoor Winter season. Players may choose to play in any season, and are not required to participate in all 3.
Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Tiny Tots
The Tiny Tots Program is an instructional program designed to introduce players to the game in a fun, non-competitive environment. As such, the emphasis is on starting to build players’ confidence in the basic skills of the game in non-threatening situations.
Eight, forty-five minute sessions are conducted on Saturday mornings Sunday afternoon sessions may also be available, if there is sufficient interest. This program is offered outdoors during the Fall and Spring, and indoors during the Winter.
Equipment Requirements
1. Please have your child wear the jersey, shorts and socks that they are given at the first session they attend.
2. Shin Guards.
3. Soccer Shorts.
4. A size 3 soccer ball
5. Athletic shoes – soccer shoes are recommended
6. Water Bottle. *A snack will be provided for each player following the session.
Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Tiny Tots
The Tiny Tots Program is an instructional program designed to introduce players to the game in a fun, non-competitive environment. As such, the emphasis is on starting to build players’ confidence in the basic skills of the game in non-threatening situations.
Eight, forty-five minute sessions are conducted on Saturday mornings Sunday afternoon sessions may also be available, if there is sufficient interest. This program is offered outdoors during the Fall and Spring, and indoors during the Winter.
Equipment Requirements
1. Please have your child wear the jersey, shorts and socks that they are given at the first session they attend.
2. Shin Guards.
3. Soccer Shorts.
4. A size 3 soccer ball
5. Athletic shoes – soccer shoes are recommended
6. Water Bottle. *A snack will be provided for each player following the session.
Under 6 Program ( 5 - 6 Years)
Practices for the U6 Division will be held 1x per week during the season. The Parent Volunteer Coach decides the practice day and time, and also makes the decision on a practice location in Bexley. Teams will be informed approximately one month before the season begins about the day, time, and location of practices. There will be 6-7 games held on Saturday mornings, and 1-2 on Sunday afternoons. All games will be held at Wolfe Park in Bexley. (105 Park Dr. Bexley, OH 43209).
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two seasons: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 6 games consist of 3 players versus 3 players (3v3) with no goalie, on a 20 yd x 30 yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. Players must have turned 5 years old prior to the start of the soccer year (or be entering into kindergarten) to register in the Under 6 Division.
UNDER 6 12 Players 3 Fields 3 v 3 20 yds x 30 yds 4 x 8 minute quarters
Main Rules:
1. No punting.
2. No heading
3. Size 3 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from a marked spot 2.5 yards from the goal. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 32 minutes (4 x 8 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 3v3 (with no Goalie)
At this age players do not need to have positions. All players should attack and defend. All players should take the ball to goal when they have possession and all players should pressure the ball when they are defending. Coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play. Coaches should only advise their players to defend or dribble to goal.
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two seasons: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 6 games consist of 3 players versus 3 players (3v3) with no goalie, on a 20 yd x 30 yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. Players must have turned 5 years old prior to the start of the soccer year (or be entering into kindergarten) to register in the Under 6 Division.
UNDER 6 12 Players 3 Fields 3 v 3 20 yds x 30 yds 4 x 8 minute quarters
Main Rules:
1. No punting.
2. No heading
3. Size 3 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from a marked spot 2.5 yards from the goal. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 32 minutes (4 x 8 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 3v3 (with no Goalie)
At this age players do not need to have positions. All players should attack and defend. All players should take the ball to goal when they have possession and all players should pressure the ball when they are defending. Coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play. Coaches should only advise their players to defend or dribble to goal.
Under 7 Program (6 - 7 Years)
Practices for the U7 Division will be held 1x per week during the season. The Parent Volunteer Coach decides the practice day and time, and also makes the decision on a practice location in Bexley. Teams will be informed approximately one month before the season begins about the day, time, and location of practices. There will be 6-7 games held on Saturday mornings, and 1-2 on Sunday afternoons. All games will be held at The Fields at Easton. (4475 Sunbury Rd. Columbus, OH 43219).
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 7 games consist of 4 players versus 4 players on a 25yd x 35yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 6 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 7 Division.
UNDER 7 13 Players 2 Fields 4 v 4 25yds x 35yds 4 x 8 minute quarters
Main Rules:
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from the top of the offensive team's goal box. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 32 Minutes (4 x 8 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 4v4 (4v4 with Goalie)
Field players should attack and defend. Field players should take the ball to goal when they have possession, and if they pass to an open player, be praised by their coach. (coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play - the player should learn to make the decision on their own). Field players should pressure the ball when they are defending. Focus on spatial awareness and not necessarily positions.
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 7 games consist of 4 players versus 4 players on a 25yd x 35yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 6 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 7 Division.
UNDER 7 13 Players 2 Fields 4 v 4 25yds x 35yds 4 x 8 minute quarters
Main Rules:
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from the top of the offensive team's goal box. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 32 Minutes (4 x 8 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 4v4 (4v4 with Goalie)
Field players should attack and defend. Field players should take the ball to goal when they have possession, and if they pass to an open player, be praised by their coach. (coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play - the player should learn to make the decision on their own). Field players should pressure the ball when they are defending. Focus on spatial awareness and not necessarily positions.
Under 8 Program (7 - 8 Years)
Practices for the U8 Co-Rec Division will be held 1x per week during the season. The Parent Volunteer Coach decides the practice day and time, and also makes the decision on a practice location in Bexley. Teams will be informed approximately one month before the season begins about the day, time, and location of practices. There will be 6-7 games held on Saturday mornings, and 1-2 on Sunday afternoons. All games will be held at The Fields at Easton. (4475 Sunbury Rd. Columbus, OH 43219).
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 8 games consist of 5 players versus 5 players on a 30yd x 35yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 7 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 8 Division.
U8 COREC. 13 Players 2 Fields 5 v 5 30yds x 35yds 4 x 10 min quarters
Under-8
Main Rules:
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from the top of the offensive team's goal box. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 40 Minutes (4 x 10 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 4v4 or 5v5 (3v3/4v4 + Goalie)
The goalie can use his or her hands, and when they have possession, they should be advised to roll the ball out with their hands, or pass the ball with their feet to a teammate nearby. Goalies should never punt. Field players should attack and defend. Field players should take the ball to goal when they have possession, and if they pass to an open player, be given praise by their coach (coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play - the player should learn to make the decision on their own). Field players should pressure the ball when they are defending.
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 8 games consist of 5 players versus 5 players on a 30yd x 35yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 7 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 8 Division.
U8 COREC. 13 Players 2 Fields 5 v 5 30yds x 35yds 4 x 10 min quarters
Under-8
Main Rules:
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
5. Goal kicks will be taken from the top of the offensive team's goal box. During a goal kick the opposing/defensive team must go behind the midway line. When the ball is put in play, the opposing/defensive team may cross over the midway line and defend.
Length of Match: 40 Minutes (4 x 10 minute Quarters)
Game Play: 4v4 or 5v5 (3v3/4v4 + Goalie)
The goalie can use his or her hands, and when they have possession, they should be advised to roll the ball out with their hands, or pass the ball with their feet to a teammate nearby. Goalies should never punt. Field players should attack and defend. Field players should take the ball to goal when they have possession, and if they pass to an open player, be given praise by their coach (coaches should never advise their players to pass or shoot during play - the player should learn to make the decision on their own). Field players should pressure the ball when they are defending.
Under 10 Coed or Girls Program (8 - 10 Years)
Practices for the U10 Co-Rec Division will be held 1x per week during the season. The Parent Volunteer Coach decides the practice day and time, and also makes the decision on a practice location in Bexley. Teams will be informed approximately one month before the season begins about the day, time, and location of practices. There will be 6-7 games held on Saturday mornings, and 1-2 on Sunday afternoons. All games will be held at The Fields at Easton. (4475 Sunbury Rd. Columbus, OH 43219).
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 10 games consist of 7 players versus 7 players on a 50yd x 75yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 9 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 10 Division.
U10 COREC 12 Players 1 Field 7 v 7 50yds x 75yds 2 x 25 min
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
Our Micro Soccer program is designed to maximize player development. The Under 10 games consist of 7 players versus 7 players on a 50yd x 75yd field. With so few players on a small field, each child gets numerous touches on the ball and is actively involved in the game. The Laws of the Game are modified to make it simpler and easier for the players to learn the game. As players get older, they play on progressively larger fields, larger goals, and with more players on the field. Players must have turned 9 years old prior to the start of the soccer year to register in the Under 10 Division.
U10 COREC 12 Players 1 Field 7 v 7 50yds x 75yds 2 x 25 min
1. No punting
2. No heading
3. Size 4 Ball
4. Throw-ins: Players must keep both feet on the ground behind the touch-line. Players must use both hands to deliver the ball from behind and over their head.
Under 12 Coed or Girls Program (10 - 12 Years)
CEFC focuses on your child's development as a soccer player.
CEFC’s mission is to develop creative, skillful, technically sound, tactically aware, adaptable soccer players who understand, love and appreciate the game. These core values incorporate an understanding that winning at the youth level is not a prerequisite for molding and coaching elite soccer players.
Click here for more information about the Under 12 Program: CEFC U12
CEFC’s mission is to develop creative, skillful, technically sound, tactically aware, adaptable soccer players who understand, love and appreciate the game. These core values incorporate an understanding that winning at the youth level is not a prerequisite for molding and coaching elite soccer players.
Click here for more information about the Under 12 Program: CEFC U12
Under 12 Coed or Girls (10 - 12 Years)
Practices for the U12 Co-Rec Division will be held 1x per week during the season. The Parent Volunteer Coach decides the practice day and time, and also makes the decision on a practice location in Bexley. Teams will be informed approximately one month before the season begins about the day, time, and location of practices. Home games will be held at The Fields at Easton. (4475 Sunbury Rd. Columbus, OH 43219).
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
U12 COREC. 9 v 9 50yds X 75yds 2 x 30 min
Please note: Players who have turned 12 prior to August 1, 2014 may only register to play on a middle school team. An exception may be made for those players who are still in the 6th grade. This exception may be made to allow players to continue to play with their classmates.
Inter-League Games
CESA has partnered with the Gahanna Soccer Association (GSA) in the U12 Co-Rec & U12 Girls Divisions in order to provide a more diverse level of play. Teams in these divisions can expect to play 2-3 weeknight games and 1-2 away games at Headley Park in Gahanna. The away games are typically played on Saturday mornings. The weeknight games are typically played at home.
The purpose of our recreational soccer programs is for players to learn the game and have fun doing it. The curriculum is developmental by design and focuses on individual skills development and on team tactics. The soccer year runs from August 1st through July 31st and is comprised of two season: Fall and Spring. Players may choose to play during either one or both seasons. Each season runs for eight weeks. The Fall Season typically begins the week after Labor Day and runs through the month of October. The Spring Season typically begins the first week in April and runs through the month of May. No games are scheduled for Labor Day or Memorial Day weekends.
U12 COREC. 9 v 9 50yds X 75yds 2 x 30 min
Please note: Players who have turned 12 prior to August 1, 2014 may only register to play on a middle school team. An exception may be made for those players who are still in the 6th grade. This exception may be made to allow players to continue to play with their classmates.
Inter-League Games
CESA has partnered with the Gahanna Soccer Association (GSA) in the U12 Co-Rec & U12 Girls Divisions in order to provide a more diverse level of play. Teams in these divisions can expect to play 2-3 weeknight games and 1-2 away games at Headley Park in Gahanna. The away games are typically played on Saturday mornings. The weeknight games are typically played at home.
Under 15 Coed or Girls (12 - 15 Years)
Middle School Soccer Association (MSSA)
This is a recreational program administered by CESA for middle school age players (12-14) in grades 7-8. It is comprised of teams from leagues throughout central Ohio and consists of separate co-rec and girls divisions. Teams play a 5 week, 10 game schedule which includes home and away games. Girls teams generally play on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Co-Rec teams generally play on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. The season ends with a round-robin tournament.
This is a recreational program administered by CESA for middle school age players (12-14) in grades 7-8. It is comprised of teams from leagues throughout central Ohio and consists of separate co-rec and girls divisions. Teams play a 5 week, 10 game schedule which includes home and away games. Girls teams generally play on Wednesday evenings and Saturday mornings. Co-Rec teams generally play on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings. The season ends with a round-robin tournament.
Under 18 Coed or Girls (15 - 18 Years)
High School Soccer Association (HSSA)
This is a recreational program also administered by CESA for high school age players (14-18) in grades 9-12. It is a co-rec program. There is no separate girls division. It too is comprised of teams from leagues throughout central Ohio. Teams play an 8 game schedule which includes home and away games. Games are played on Sunday afternoons. There are generally one or two practices at the beginning of the season for players to get to meet each other, but no practices once the season begins. A minimum of three (3) girls must be on the field at all times. If we do not have a sufficient number of girls registered, teams will not be formed.
This is a recreational program also administered by CESA for high school age players (14-18) in grades 9-12. It is a co-rec program. There is no separate girls division. It too is comprised of teams from leagues throughout central Ohio. Teams play an 8 game schedule which includes home and away games. Games are played on Sunday afternoons. There are generally one or two practices at the beginning of the season for players to get to meet each other, but no practices once the season begins. A minimum of three (3) girls must be on the field at all times. If we do not have a sufficient number of girls registered, teams will not be formed.
