Fall Junior Academy Program

U7/U8 (2018 & 2019 Birth Years)

The Junior Academy (JRA) program is designed for players who want to take their soccer journey to the next level. We like to think of it as a bridge from our rec program into our competitive program.


The Junior Academy program is offered all year round and is essentially broken into 2 age groups, U7 and U8.


During the Fall season, junior academy teams will train twice a week, once with a professional trainer and once with their team coach. The team coach and trainer will work hand in hand to provide high level training on a weekly basis. Our JRA program will also compete within TCSL 5s League - a program offered by the Twin Cities Soccer League that gives our teams the opportunity to play against other clubs throughout the Twin Cities in jamboree type formats that occur 5 different times throughout the Fall. Lakeville chooses which of those 5 to compete in and during those jamborees, the coach/staff member will be present during those days.


The JRA program is perfect for your any child who wants to make soccer a bigger part of their life. 


TCSL 5's Selected Dates & Locations:

- Septembder 14 (Location TBD)

- September 21  (Location TBD)

- September 29 (Location TBD)

- October 11 (Location TBD)


Weekly Example Schedule: 

Game Dates: TCSL 5's (see above)

Team Training Dates:

  • 1x/week training with professional staff
  • 1x/week training w/ club-assisted volunteer coach


Registration & FEES


REGISTRATION COST: $200


Deadline:

Registrations before July 31, 2025 will be guaranteed placement.

Any registrations received after the deadline will result in a $15 LATE FEE. Registrations received after August 1, 2025,  will be accepted as space on teams will allow or may be placed on a wait list.


Uniform process:

Starting this fall, LSC will no longer place Jr. Academy uniform orders. Instead, families will order directly through our new partner, SoccerPost. If you did not participate in the 2025 Spring Rec Program, you will be required to order the jerseys.


Uniforms will cost $40 plus shipping and tax which includes 2 jerseys. The shorts and socks are optional.


NOTE: If you played in our Jr. Academy or K-8th grade rec program this spring, you do not have to order another kit. You will use the current jerseys for the fall.


Refund Policy: 

If a player drops for any reason, the refund will be as follows:

  • Prior to the Late Fee taking effect (prior to July 31, 2025): A full refund will be issued on request.
  • After the Late Fee takes effect but prior ot team announcement: Refund of all but a $25 admin fee
  • 24-hours after teams have been announced: (even if players cannot attend scheduled practices) NO REFUND will be given


If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email Jorey Erickson, our Recreation Director, at jerickson@lakevillesoccer.org

REGISTRATION System DETAILS

meet our NEW Software SYSTEM


We are very excited to announce PlayMetrics, our new all-in-one registration and communications software platform. PlayMetrics reduces the applications you use to interact and communicate with our club and your teams. Using the PlayMetrics app on your mobile phone, you can now register and communicate with us, taking our club communication and organization to the next level. 


PlayMetrics allows you to register and communicate with your teams all in one place whether at home or on the go. It helps us communicate with all of our families more clearly and effectively, including updates to practice schedules and field closures as they happen. The PlayMetrics platform ensures that you are always in sync with your team and never out of the loop.

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD


Click here for the registration link and follow the instructions provided to create an account.


Next, verify your email and add your players to your account.


Once you’ve added players, you can register for the Fall 2025 Season.

REGISTER NOW
LSC PlayMetrics Software on a Phone

STAFF CONTACTS


RECreation DIRECTOR

Jorey Erickson

jerickson@lakevillesoccer.org


FAQs for REC LEAGUES

  • If multiple divisions are available for my child, what division should I register them for?

    For the Fall season you will register them for the grade they will be entering into that fall.


    For the Spring season you should register them for their CURRENT grade. Do not register them for the grade they will be in, in the future. If they are not in grade-school yet, you should register them for the TOTs program. 


  • How will teams be formed?

    Teams are formed based on grade level. We try our best to put everyone with their classmates and friends but this is not a guarantee. There are no tryouts for the Recreation Program. Every effort will be made to honor friend requests. 


  • Will Junior Academy players and Rec League players be on the same team?

    No they will not. Rec League players will have their own team and coach while Junior Academy players will have their own pool trainings and game day rosters. 


  • Should I register my child for both the Rec Soccer League and Junior Academy?

    NO - while Junior Academy is in conjunction with the Rec League, it is a separate program. Please register for one or the other. Make sure you visit our information pages regarding both programs before registering. 


  • Will Junior Academy have multiple teams or one team?

    Our Junior Academy program will be pool training with professional coaches once a week within their age group and gender. The Rec Director will then form the teams to compete on the weekends. These teams may be subject to change in the light of absences or player development. 


  • What is the Game Format for LSC's Recreational League?

    The Recreation Program follows the United States Youth Soccer Association (USYSA) guidelines for the game format and playing time (equal playing time).  


    • (4v4) with 2x20 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the Kindergarten groups
    • (4v4) with 2x20 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 1st and 2nd-grade groups
    • (7v7 with GK’s) with 2x25 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 3rd and 4th-grade groups
    • (9v9 with GK’s) depending on total numbers 2x30 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 5th and 6th-grade groups

  • What does is mean to be a Volunteer Coach?

    Volunteer coaches are key to the success of the program. We need volunteers! Volunteer coaches will be expected to coach the team practice once a week within their availability. They will also be expected to coach their team's games on the weekends as well.


    Without adequate volunteers, rosters will be limited, and children may be turned away. If you are interested in coaching, please indicate when you register your child. A preseason coaching clinic is offered to all volunteer coaches as well as a coaching guide to help coaches create a fun environment where kids can improve their skills.