RECREATIONAL SOCCER

South Carolina United FC (SCUFC) serves over 5,000 Midlands youth (Fall and Spring) who compete at different levels throughout the greater Columbia area. Soccer encourages team play and individual skill development while having fun. Participants will learn new skills and make friends along the way. 


The SCUFC Recreational Soccer program is for children ages 3-18. SCUFC offers recreational soccer programs at the Polo Road Park soccer complex and the Ballentine Park soccer complex.

PlayMetrics App Required After Registration


After registering for the recreational soccer season, all families will need to download the PlayMetrics app on their mobile device. PlayMetrics is how we share important information throughout the season — including your child’s team assignment. Once teams are formed, coaches will use the app to communicate practice schedules, game details, and any updates. Downloading the app ensures you won’t miss any important team communication!


Click here for more information and step-by-step downloading instructions:
https://www.southcarolinaunitedfc.com/example-post-1

SCUFC uses uniforms for a 2-year cycle. This will be the last season of the 2-year cycle.
ALL NEW PLAYERS MUST purchase a uniform.


Coach Appreciation Discount:  Parents who volunteer to coach his/her child's recreational soccer team and complete the 3 required items below by the first league match will receive a $25 refund. If you are a returning coach and have completed the 3 items within a year, you will receive a discount code to use when registering. If you are a new coach or returning coach who has NOT completed the below items, please e-mail Tripp Miller once they have been completed, and he will send you the discount code and/or refund your credit card the $25 discount.


ONLY the Head Coach will receive the $25 discount.
ONLY 1 coach/team may receive the $25 discount.


All coaches must complete 3 required items every year before the first practice. Once you are confirmed as a coach, you will be able to access all training and background checks in PlayMetrics under the SC Youth Soccer role.


  • CURRENT SCYS Background Screening
  • Completed SAFESPORT Training and received a certificate
  • Health and Safety Training


  • Completed either the Introduction to Grassroots Training Course (dcc.ussoccer.com) or have a coach's license - FREE - MUST BE COMPLETED ONCE.


The registration fee includes a Medal for coaches to award each player at the season's end. 



SCUFC DATES INFO

Registration 

Opens:  May 1, 2026

Closes:  September 6, 2026

Late Registration

Opens:  September 7, 2026

Closes:  October 10, 2026

$35 late fee applies to all Late Registrations

Full Refund Deadline

September 18, 2026

Refunds must be requested in writing (see Refund Policy below)
Practices can Begin

Week of September 7, 2026

For ALL locations  - Please note first practice date is at coach's discretion.  Not all practices wil begin during the week of 9-7-26.

First League Match Day

September 12, 2026


September 19, 2026

Polo Road


Ballentine Park Complex

Carolina Cup - NO GAMES

October 2-4, 2026

NO GAMES AT ANY LOCATIONS
Last League Match Day

November 14, 2026


November 14, 2026

Polo Road


Ballentine Park

PROJECTED AGE GROUPS OFFERED:


  • 4U-6U COED
  • 7U/8U BOYS
  • 7U/8U GIRLS
  • 9U/10U BOYS
  • 9U/10U GIRLS
  • 11U/12U BOYS 
  • 11U/12U GIRLS
  • 13U 15U BOYS
  • 13U - 15U GIRLS
  • 16U – 19U BOYS
  • 16U - 19U GIRLS

 

Games:


All teams will be guaranteed 8 games. Games will normally be played on Saturdays between 9:00 am and 2:00 pm. Some games for odd team brackets may be scheduled for Sunday afternoon between 2:00 pm and 5:00 pm. If there is more than one rain-out weekend, the game(s) will normally be rescheduled for a Sunday afternoon.


Recreational Refund Policy:


All refund requests must be received in writing with a reason for not participating.   ONLY the registration fees are refundable. Any uniform, late fee, or other fees paid are non-refundable.


No refund requests will be honored after the 3rd week of the season.


Refund requests must be e-mailed to SCUFC Recreational Director (tripp@southcarolinaunitedfc.com). 


AGE GROUP RECREATIONAL LEAGUE FEE 2026-2028 Uniform Kit

U3-U6 Coed League 

$70

$35

U7-U8 Coed or Girls League 

$85

$35

U9-U12 Coed or Girls League 

$105

$35

U13-U19 Coed or Girls League 

$135

$35

Fall 2026 DAtes & pricing

RECREATIONAL LEAGUE CONTACTS

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE


The application will be reviewed by the Financial Assistance Committee, and you will be contacted via email with the decision and amount to be awarded. 


Any balance due must be paid prior to the season for your son/daughter to play on a team. 


All previous balances must be paid in full before your application will be considered for another season.


Financial Assistance Application

 

Age Group Birthdate Range

U8

Aug 1, 2018 - July 31, 2019

U9

Aug 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018

U10

Aug 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017

U11

Aug 1, 2015 - July 31, 2016

U12

Aug 1, 2014 - July 31, 2015

U13

Aug 1, 2013 - July 31, 2014

U14

Aug 1, 2012 - July 31, 2013

U15

Aug 1, 2011 - July 31, 2012

U16

Aug 1, 2010 - July 31, 2011

U17

Aug 1, 2009 - July 31, 2010

U18

Aug 1, 2008 - July 31, 2009

BiRTH YEAR AGE MATRIX