Spring Soccer
Spring Soccer 2021
Soccer is the #1 played sport in the World. Murray Parks and Recreation soccer includes: PreK-6th grades are recreational, grades 7-12th play competitive. (Some teams may be Coed.) Registration includes uniform (jersey, shorts & socks), 8 games, and weekly practices. Games will be played on Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings.
DATES: April 17 to May 15 2021 (May 15 rain-out day).
GAME DAYS: Thursday Nights (5:45 pm & 6:45 pm) Saturday Mornings (9:00 am & 10:00 am).
DIVISIONS: Coed Pre-K (3 yr old minimum), Coed Kindergarten, Girls 1-2, Boys 1-2, Girls 3-4, Boys 3-4, Coed 5-6 & Coed 7-9 and Coed 10-12.
COST: $50 Residents, $60 nonresidents, $5 late fee after the deadline.
DEADLINE: Until full or March 25, 2021, 8:00 am. (If spots are available registration will reopen March 27th with a $10 late fee added).
COACHES MEETING: April 1, 2021, 6 pm at the Murray Senior Center.
REGISTER: www.mcreg.com, Parks and Rec Office or the Park Center.
Spring Soccer Flyer 2021
For more information, call 801 264-2614.
- Soccer Ball Size
- When do games start?
- Coaches and Team Info
- What to wear?
- May I still register?
- What not to wear!
Soccer Ball Basics
A proper sized soccer ball is a must for every player. Soccer balls usually come in three different sizes:
Size 3
- Size 3 balls are the smallest balls and are generally used for children under the age of 8
- These balls are generally 23-24 inches in circumference and weigh between 11-12 ounces
Size 4
- Size 4 balls are used for players between the ages of 8-12
- Size 4 balls weigh between 12-13 ounces and have a circumference of 25-26 inches
Size 5
- This is the international standard match ball for all ages 13 and older, including all adult play
- The size 5 ball weighs between 14-16 ounces with a circumference of 27-28 inches
All Soccer games will begin the morning of April 18th (Saturday).
- April 18 Saturday
- April 23 Thursday
- April 25 Saturday
- April 30 Thursday
- May 2 Saturday
- May 7 Thursday
- May 9 Saturday
- May 14 Thursday
- Any rain-out games will be played May 16 if possible.
Teams will be formed the last week of March and then the volunteer coaches will be notified. The coaches meeting will also be April 1, 2021 6pm - 7pm (at the Murray Senior Center). You may then expect to be contacted by your child’s coach with team info including when and where they will hold practice.
- Shin guards ARE required. Team Gear (8472 S State St. Midvale, Ut) gives Murray Recreation 20% off regular retail price.
- Shoes: Younger grades need an athletic running type shoe but soccer cleats are not required. Older grades will want a soccer cleat. NO METAL cleats are allowed.
- Supportive under-garments. Girls: comfortable sports bra, designed for medium to high impact sports. Boys: compression shorts (optional).
- Team jerseys, shorts and socks will be given out at the first game.
SAFETY must be the top priority for referees at all levels, so players can not use equipment or wear anything that is considered dangerous to that player or any other player.
- Rings
- Necklaces
- Earrings
- Hair clips
Under the Laws of the Game, jewelry is not permitted and this is typically reinforced by the local rules of competition. Covering jewelry with tape does not mean that it is safe for play.
The only potential jewelry exception would for items that are of medical or religious nature, but even they must be deemed safe for play by the referee. This includes any kind of jewelry or any other item the referee deems unsafe. An example would be a medical alert bracelet, which could be taped to the player’s wrist, or a medical alert necklace taped to the inside of the player’s uniform.
Coordinator: Leisl Morris
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Parks and Recreation
Physical Address
296 E. Murray Park Avenue
Murray, UT 84107
Phone: (801) 264-2614Fax: (801) 264-2507
Hours
Monday through Friday
8 a.m. to 5 p.m.