Juniors Soccer | U4

The Juniors Soccer (U4) program is an introductory program for young players and their parents, focused on fun, comfort, and early development.

• ● Meets once per week (Mondays at Sokol North or Tuesdays at Bobby Miller)
• ● 45-minute sessions (5:45pm–6:30pm)
• ● Parent/guardian participation is required during each session
• ● Focus on fun, confidence, and a positive first soccer experience

Players are not placed on teams. Each session includes age-appropriate activities and games in a group setting.

Program Structure

• ● Coed program led by volunteer coaches
• ● Groups are balanced by number, age, and gender when possible
• ● All session times are consistent for each group
• ● Special requests cannot be guaranteed

Season Overview

● 6-session season (with 1 built-in weather makeup date)

● Shirt and end-of-season award included

● Age-appropriate curriculum focused on development and fun

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• Cost: $75 per player, per season

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• Our goal is six sessions. We have one rainout day incorporated into the regular season. If we do not achieve all 6 sessions due to weather, we will schedule a maximum of 1 rainout day.

Schedule

• ● Mondays — Sokol North Complex
• ● Tuesdays — Bobby Miller Center
• ● Time: 5:45pm–6:30pm

Key Dates for the Fall 2026 Season:

• ● Registration Opens: June 15
• ● Early Registration Deadline ($15 off): June 25
• ● Registration Deadline: August 27
• ● Late Registration Period ($25 late fee applies): August 28 - September 3

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  • ● Season Begins:
    • Sokol North — September 14
    • Bobby Miller — September 15
  • ● Season Ends:
    • Sokol North — October 26
    • Bobby Miller — October 27

Registration is per player, per season and includes 6 sessions, a t-shirt, and an award. (We schedule 7 sessions in case of weather😉)

Parent & Coach Meeting Information

A Parent and Coach Virtual Meeting will be held prior to the start of the season.

Date & Time: September 9 at 7:30pm

Volunteer coaches are needed for all age groups. (Don’t worry — it will be fun and easy!)

All meeting information will be sent to the email address listed in your PARA household account. Please make sure your contact information is up to date so you receive all communication.

Two locations (Sokol North & Bobby Miller) are offered for your convenience. An end-of-season awards presentation will be held.

Session Dates

Players attend one session per week based on their assigned day and location.

EQUIPMENT

• ● Size 3 Soccer Ball
• ● Water Bottle
• ● Comfortable clothes
• ● Shin Guards
• ● Soccer Socks
• ● Soccer Cleats or Tennis Shoes

Parent Involvement

• ● Parents/guardians participate with their child each session
• ● Volunteer coaches are supported with guidance and simple session plans
• ● Parents may be asked to assist during sessions
• (Don’t worry — it’s designed to be fun and easy!)

INCLEMENT WEATHER PROTOCOL

In the event of inclement weather, we will notify you of field closures using the OneCall system and Facebook by 4:00pm on weekdays and 7:00am on weekends. We only announce when the fields are closed. OneCall is a computer-generated phone call. Please be sure to update your contact information with Tuscaloosa County PARA when you register in order to receive these alerts.

If fields are closed due to inclement weather, we will offer a maximum of two make-up days. Indoor backup space may be used when available.

Our goal for Junior’s Soccer is 6 sessions. We have rainout days incorporated into the regular season. If 6 sessions have not been completed at the end of the season, we will re-schedule a maximum of 1 make-up day.

Coaching Opportunities 

● Volunteer coaches are needed at all age groups.
● Coaching education and support are provided.

Be a Coach

👉 Contact Executive Director, Barry Spitzer for more information.

Registration Notes

• ● Registration is completed through PARA
• ● A birth certificate must be on file to participate
• ● Online and in-person registration options are available
• ● Keep contact information updated to receive communication

Stay Connected

Follow Tuscaloosa United Soccer Club and PARA on social media for updates and announcements.  

• TUSC Facebook Link
• PARA Facebook Link