About Recreational Program
The City SC San Marcos Recreational Program is overseen by the Recreation Operations Manager, Phil Scicluna.
If you are looking for a place to play, then look no further. City SC San Marcos has the experience, knowledge and resources to fulfill every soccer player’s needs.
City SC San Marcos runs two recreational seasons in the calendar year. First of which is the 8-week Spring Arena League followed by our widely popular Fall Recreation League which runs from August – November. Fall registration ends in July and this league fills up quickly so be sure to sign up right away.
CONTACT US
Recreation Operations Manager: Phil Scicluna | phil@cityscsanmarcos.com
Spring Registration
SPRING ARENA 2024
Arenas with artificial grass remain open for play unless lightning is present. The inflatable Sunset Arena games may be canceled if the grass is closed by City Parks, phone for weather update.
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SPRING ARENA 2024
Our registration is now closed for our 2024 Spring Arena season.
- All players will get an Arena Season Shirt.
- Arena Games on Saturday starting March 23 – May 11 with March 30th off
- U8-U19 will play either at Sunset Arena or Bradley Arena.
- Younger divisions, (U5-U7) will play in the inflatable arena on GRASS at Sunset Park. Park RAIN OUT PHONE LINE SPORTS FIELD WEARTHERLINE 760 744-9494 EXT. 2
AFTER 2PM WEEKDAYS / 7AM SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS - Games will start at 8am and continue until finished each Saturday, Inflatable will be called off for inclement weather if City Park and Rec for San Marcos deem necessary. Sunset and Bradley Arena will cease if lighting is present but not rain.
- All teams are CoEd.
- Age divisions are listed below.
- Teams are run by volunteer coaches.
- There are no practices, just games.
Where is Sunset Arena? Navigate to the Sunset Park Dog Park to find the Arena and Inflatable Arena more easily. 3337 La Mirada DriveWhere is Bradley Arena? The Arena is located on S. Pacific Street (at Linda Vista Drive) on the “backside” of Bradley Park.Arena Rules.docx are also in Forms and Downloads Menu
Age Brackets (U stands for under)Under 5: U5 players (born in 2020) – Turning age 4 in 2024Under 7: U6/U7 players (born in 2018 & 2019)Under 8: U8 players (2017)
Under 9: U9 players (2016)Under 10: U10 players (born in 2015)Under 12: U11/U12 players (born in 2013 & 2014)Under 14: U13/U14 players (born in 2011 & 2012)Under 16: U15/U16 players (born in 2009 & 2010)Under 19: U17/U18/U19 players (born in 2006 -2008)For soccer, coaching, rules & ref questions – contact Phil@cityscsanmarcos.com
For Administrative questions – contact Erin@cityscsanmarcos.com
Summer Futsal Season
2024 Summer Futsal Season Information 
Welcome to the 2024 Summer Futsal Season! We look forward to welcoming you to our FIRST Futsal Season!
Saturdays: June 22 & 29, July 13 & 20 & 27
Player Registration Link: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/428754/signups/new
WHAT IS FUTSAL?
Futsal is a soccer-based game played on a hardcourt (often a basketball court). Futsal is played between two teams of 5 players each, one of whom is the goalkeeper. Walls or boards are not used. It is played with a smaller, harder, and lower-bounce ball. The surface, ball, and rules favor ball control and passing in small spaces. The game emphasizes control, improvisation, creativity, and technique.
HOW DOES THE SEASON WORK?
Based upon enrollment, players will be broken up by age. Each age group will be assigned one hour per Game Day (Saturday mornings between 9a-1p). During the 1-hour weekly session, players can expect coaching from our professional coaches and staff members as well as game play.
WHERE DO THEY PLAY?
Corky Smith Gym in San Marcos (274 Pico Avenue)
WHO CAN REGISTER?
We are accepting players U05 (2020) through U14 (2011). Players of all skill levels are welcome, however this is a Recreation Season and instruction will be tailored for our developmental players (not Competitive).
IMPORTANT DATES
Last Day Registration – May 31
Game Days – June 22 & 29, July 13 & 20 & 27
REGISTRATION FEES
- April 20 – May 31: U5 – U14 = $100
- June 1 – June 22 (*Late Registration, placement not guaranteed): U5 – U14 = $100
WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- League T-Shirt
- Trained coaches
- Training & Game Play at each session
DETAILS:
- All registration is online via our links on this page.
- Registration will close on May 31st. After May 31st, players will be placed onto the waitlist.
- Please contact TeamSnap Chat Feature for issues regarding registration issues.
WHAT TO WEAR:
- Players must wear shin guards.
- Players must wear tennis shoes or Futsal shoes (no cleats, no nubs)
For cancellations or refunds please contact us at: info@cityscsanmarcos.com
Any Other Questions? Please email: info@cityscsanmarcos.com
Fall Registration
Welcome to the 2024 Fall Recreation Season! We look forward to a fun and exciting season!
Season runs from August 24 – November 2. Practices begin in early August.
Player Registration Link: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/402270
Coach Registration Link: https://go.teamsnap.com/forms/402271
IMPORTANT DATES:
Last Day Early Bird Registration – May 31
Last Day Regular Registration – July 12
Player Evaluations (returning players may not need to attend) – July 13
Practices can begin – August 5
Onsite Coach Meeting & Training – August 7
Onsite Coach Meeting & Training – August 13
Team Manager Meeting & Uniform Pick Up – August 14
Game Days – August 24, September 7-14-21-28, October 5-12-19-26, November 2
Picture Day – TBA
All Star Assessment – November 9
VOLUNTEER HEAD or ASSISTANT COACHES and Team Managers NEEDED!All of our volunteer coaches are given training and tools to help them be successful. If you are interested in becoming a coach, please REGISTER TO COACH HERE.
NEW THIS YEAR- Head Coaches will receive a refund for discounted registration for their child on their team. Discount will make registration only $100 per player. Refund will be processed upon completion of Coach Onboarding & Team Assignment. Please note, this discount is available only for 1 Head Coach per team.
REGISTRATION FEES
- April 20 – May 31: U5 – U7 = $150 | U8-U19 = $175
- June 1 – July 12: U5 – U7 = $175 | U8-U19 = $190
- July 13 – August 23 (*Late Registration, placement not guaranteed): U5 – U7 = $175 | U8-U19 = $190
AGE BRACKETS/FORMAT (some age groups may be combined based upon enrollment and field space)
Under 5: U5 players (born in 2020) play 4v4 with up to 11 players per team
Under 6: U6 players (born in 2019) play 4v4 with up to 11 players per team
Under 7: U7 players (2018) play 4v4 with up to 11 players per team (may switch to 7v7 for second half of season)
Under 8: U8 players (2017) play 7v7 with up to 11 players per team
Under 9: U9 players (2016) play 7v7 with up to 11 players per team
Under 10: U10 players (born in 2015) play 7v7 with 11 players per team
Under 12: U11/U12 players (born in 2013 & 2014) play 9v9 with up to 13 players per team
Under 14: U13/U14 players (born in 2011 & 2012) play 11v11 with up to 15 players per team
Under 16: U15/U16 players (born in 2009 & 2010) play 11v11 travel team and will play on Sundays
Under 19: U17/U18/U19 players (born in 2006 -2008) play 11v11 travel team and will play on Sundays
REGISTRATION INCLUDES:
- Home and away City SC San Marcos uniforms U8 and up
- Colorful uniforms for lower division players U7 and below
- Trophy (U08 and below only)
- Picture package
- Referees for all upper division matches
- Trained and licensed volunteer coaches
REGISTRATION DETAILS:
- All registration is online via our links on this page.
- Regular Registration will close on July 12th. After July 12th, players will be placed onto the waitlist.
- Please contact TeamSnap Chat Feature for issues regarding registration issues.
BUDDY REQUESTS (2018-2020 ONLY):
- This is a request and NOT a guarantee!
- The buddy request should ONLY be submitted by our lower divisions U5-U7 (ages 2018-2020).
- The buddy request MUST be reciprocal!
- The buddy request is ONLY for ONE person, if there are additional names in the field we will not consider any of them.
- These rules are to avoid unbalanced teams.
WHAT TO WEAR:
- Players cannot wear any jewelry or watches on the field, that includes earrings.
- Players must wear shin guards, or they cannot play in the match.
- Players must wear soccer cleats or other shoes but cannot wear baseball, football or any other style cleat with a toe spike. You can wear athletic shoes but be aware that they are thinner and provide less protection for their feet.
GAME DAY INFO:
U5-U7
- The games are played on two fields that are laid out side by side. It is encouraged to have two parents/coaches so you can have one per field to keep the game moving.
- Games will last for 40 minutes; you can rotate players freely between both fields to keep game play fun.
- We recommend a short water break after 10 minutes and then a 5-minute half time break with one last break at ¾ time. You need to complete your games within 55 minutes so the next games can take the field.
- The space between the dual fields is for the coaches and players to stand when not on the field. Have spectators sit around the outsides of the fields.
- We do not recommend throw-ins, with the smaller field sizes the chances of getting hit in the head is high. Just do kick-ins to make the games flow better and heads stay safe.
U8-U10
- U8s will play 40 minutes and U09 & U10 will play 50 minutes.
- 7v7 games have free substitutions this season. You must rotate everyone before you can rotate a player a second time. Each player should play 2/3 of a match.
- No headers for the u9-u10 divisions, the foul for heading is in indirect free kick.
- 7v7 games have a buildout line. The rules we follow are the recreation-based rules. Offsides begins at the build-out line, not the half line. When the keeper has the ball, the opposing team must retreat beyond the buildout line and must remain there until:
- The ball makes it to another player.
- The keeper places the ball onto the ground and removes their hands.
- The ball makes it across the buildout line when thrown by the keeper.
- 7v7 keepers cannot drop kick, punt or bounce kick the ball.
- If there are repeated offenses of drop kicks or punts an indirect free kick at the top to the goal area will be given.
U12
- Games will be 60 minutes.
- 9v9 games are allowed free substitutions this year. You must make sure that all your players participate in each match for a minimum of 50% of the match.
- No headers in the U12 division, the foul for heading is an indirect free kick.
- All other laws of the game are followed.
U14
- Games will be 70 minutes.
- 11v11 games are allowed free substitutions this year. You must make sure that all your players participate in each match for a minimum of 50% of the match.
- Headers are allowed and all laws of the game are followed.
For cancellations or refunds please contact us at: info@cityscsanmarcos.com
Any Other Questions? Please email: info@cityscsanmarcos.com
