Children's Soccer

Spring 2025 Game Days

During the soccer season, we will host seven Saturday game days. All games will be held on the FPC campus between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. on Saturday game days.

• March 29
• April 5
• April 12
• No gameday on April 19 for Easter weekend 
• April 26 (Picture Day)
• May 3
• May 10
• May 17 

Inclement Weather Policy

We monitor the weather and field conditions closely leading up to each game. If conditions are determined to be unsafe, all parents and coaches will be contacted via text message/email if the game or games need to be canceled. On game day, we notify everyone via text message as well as blowing an airhorn to signal everyone to go back to their vehicles. We do everything possible to be able to play, but if there is severe weather or heavy rain, we will cancel. Individual games can be made up among teams during their practice times on weekdays, but entire Saturdays will not be rescheduled. 

Season Schedules by Division

Season schedules can be viewed on either your coach's portal or team page.

Parent Conduct & Expectations

Parents are essential in creating a positive environment by showing respect to referees, coaches, players, and promoting good sportsmanship. Please familiarize yourself with our expectations for parents and families. 

Coach Information

MyUpward.org 
We are excited to use the MyUpward portal this year. You can find your team rosters, contact parents, share your team page, view schedules, plan practices, and create game day subbing plans from the portal. Please note: The rules in the system are Upward’s defaults. Please refer to our Coaches Manual for the current set of league-specific rules.

Coaches Manual
For quick reference, please refer to the Coaches Manual for details on our league-specific rules, trophies, and more. 

Coaches Meeting
Tuesday, March 18 | 6:00 p.m. | Zoom
We strongly encourage you to attend our Coaches’ Meeting via Zoom, where we’ll cover everything you need to know before the first game on Saturday, March 29. 

Jersey Pickup
March 17-19 | 9:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
We are facilitating our jersey pickups through the downstairs Recreation Office near Oak Hills School gym. Once there, you will find a set of stairs (and a sign which says Recreation Office); go up the stairs and through the first set of doors. Immediately to your right, there will be a bank teller’s window where a member of our team can get your name and bring your team’s jerseys to you. 

Jerseys will be available for pickup from that office March 17-19 from 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. They will not be available at the Front Desk of the church. Further, for those wishing to simply pick their team jerseys on the first Saturday of games, you will still be able to do so at the Cannon Center, like usual. 

All jerseys must be picked up by coaches as these are the issued jerseys from our league and are required to be worn.  Any other custom jerseys (outside of customizing last names on the back of our jerseys) are not allowed.  There will be space on the back of each jersey to still be able to put players names as you see fit.  

Practices on FPC Campus
Practices on FPC campus will begin March 24th. We are not able to let any teams start early due to field maintenance. If you requested to use our fields you can find your practice time and location on your upward coaches portal. 

Campus Construction & New Field Locations
Construction at FPC will continue throughout the Spring season as Oak Hill School builds a new track and field on the former Upper Fields (1st & 2nd Grade fields). This has required changes to field locations and parking. The assignments are below. Please refer to the 2025 Spring Soccer Field Locations.

• PreK 3/4/5 — Fields 9, 10, 11, & 12 (Blue)
• Kindergarten — Fields 4 & 5 (Yellow)
• 1st & 2nd Grade — Fields 6, 7, & 8 (Green)
• 3rd & 4th Grade — Fields 1, 2, & 3 (Purple)

Traffic & Safety
With four different areas in use on the church campus, please be mindful of new traffic patterns. We've worked to improve parking safety for children and families walking to and from games. The map includes arrows indicating the flow of traffic. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we navigate these changes. A lot of planning and effort has gone into ensuring the season runs smoothly.

FAQ 

When will registration open for Fall 2025? 

• Early Registration is January 1–23. Late Registration is January 24–31

What are the game dates for this season? 

• March 29, April 5, April 12, April 26 (Picture Day), May 3, May 10, May 17 
• No gameday on April 19 for Easter weekend 

What are the divisions? 

• Pre-K 3 and 4-year-olds, Pre-K 5-year-olds, Kindergarten boys, Kindergarten girls, 1st & 2nd grade boys, 1st & 2nd grade girls, 3rd & 4th grade boys, and 3rd & 4th grade girls 

What is the cost to register? 

• Early Registration (January 1–23): PreK 3/4/5-year-olds $170; Kindergarten and up $195
• Late Registration (January 24–31): PreK 3/4/5-year-olds $270; Kindergarten and up $295

What is the registration deadline? 

• Registration closes at midnight on January 31  

Is there a sibling discount? 

• Yes. Discounts can only be applied when siblings register together, and it is applied automatically if they are in the same division. If your children are in both the PREK and the older divisions, please send us an email at recreation@fpcnashville.org for your unique discount code. 

Do Coaches get a discount for their child? 

• Yes, coaches get $70 off registration for one child. You must email us at recreation@fpcnashville.org after registering to get your discount code. This needs to be done before registering your child.  

Can coaches also get the sibling discount? 

• Yes, ONLY if all kids are registered together, after you have registered as a coach and received your discount code. Please email us at recreation@fpcnashville.org  after you have registered. 

Where do I sign up to coach? 

• Click this link for Coaching PreK 3, 4, or 5.
• Click this link for coaching Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd grade, or 3rd and 4th grade.

Do assistant coaches need to register? 

• Yes, it is necessary for them to pass our background check. Please use the links above to register and mention who you are coaching with.

Can I request a coach and/or teammates? 

• Yes, PLEASE include this information on your child’s registration form. If you don’t, you may be randomly assigned to a team.  

Do we get custom jerseys included in our registration fees? 

• Yes. Upward Sports custom prints each jersey along with a pair of socks for each registered participant.

Can we wear our own jerseys? 

• No, every team participating in our league must wear the Upwards custom jerseys.

What happens if I lose my jersey? 

• Another jersey can be purchased for $35, please email our recreation team at recreation@fpcnashville.org 

When and where do the coaches pick up their team’s jerseys? 

• Jersey pickup for the coaches is March 17–19 from 9:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m. in the old recreation office. Enter through the back side of Oak Hill School next to the flag pole, up the stairs. You’ll see a sign that says “Recreation Office”. 

What is the refund policy? 

• A partial refund of $100 is available until the season starts on March 29. After that, there are no refunds. 

Are referees provided for games? 

• Trained referees are provided for Kindergarten 1st & 2nd grade and 3rd & 4th grade. PreK 3, 4, and/or PreK 5 may have coaches or parents step in and cover. 

 Is a score kept? 

• No, this is a recreational league and therefore, we do not keep score.

Where can I find the rulebook and league standards? 

• Click this link:  Coach Manual Spring 2025

I’m interested in becoming a referee. How do I get started? 

• Please email recreation@fpcnashville.org (minimum age 14) 

Can our team practice at First Pres during the season? 

• Yes, coaches are allotted one hour of practice time on our fields per week. We allot times based on the order of registration- first come, first served. Please mention your top 3 days and times on your coach registration. 

When do practices begin?  

• The week of March 24  

Is there a lost and found? 

• Yes, you will find lost and found outside the Cannon Center (Pool House). You can drop by anytime to collect your items. 

Where can I find the schedule of the games? 

• The game schedule will be located here starting the week of February 17.

How will my child’s coach contact me? 

• Your child’s coach will contact you via text message and/or email. Make sure you include both on your child’s registration. 

What is the protocol for inclement weather? 

• We monitor the weather and field conditions closely leading up to each game. If conditions are determined to be unsafe, all parents and coaches will be contacted via text message/email if the game or games need to be canceled. On game day, we notify everyone via text message as well as blowing an airhorn to signal everyone to go back to their vehicles. We do everything possible to be able to play, but if there is severe weather or heavy rain, we will cancel. Individual games can be made up among teams during their practice times on weekdays, but entire Saturdays will not be rescheduled. 

What if my team doesn’t have enough players because people are out of town? 

• Contact us at recreation@fpcnashville.org. You have the option of scrimmaging with less players, borrowing players from your opponent, or rescheduling the game during your or your opponent’s practice time. Please do not no-show without communicating for the sake of your opponent. 

Where do we park? 

• You may park in any marked parking spot on campus. Please do not park along curbs, buses, grass, cones, or barriers of any kind. Parking is clearly marked. 
•  Do not park outside of the campus on the streets of the neighborhoods. 
•  Get there early, it is likely that you will need time to walk to your field location, and parking fills up fast.  
• Remember to communicate with any friends or family coming to watch. 

What do I need to remember for game day? 

• You may park in any marked parking spot on campus. Please do not park along or on grass, curbs, buses, cones, or barriers of any kind. Parking is clearly marked.  
• Do not park outside of the campus on the streets of the neighborhoods.  
• Get there early, it is likely that you will need time to walk to your field location and parking fills up fast. 
• Remember to communicate with any friends or family coming to watch. 
• Come in good spirits! Encourage your child to have good sportsmanship. Lead by example. 
• Please do not contest the calls of the referees. Teach your child to respect all calls, even ones you or they disagree with. 
• Remember to have FUN! This is a recreational league aimed at teaching your child the skills of the game while forming a love of the sport! Avoid making it overly competitive. 

Where can I find a field map? 

• When the field map becomes available, you will find it here. 

Why We Play

First Presbyterian Church has a long history of using our beautiful property to encourage playfulness and relational connection to enhance faith development in people of all ages. The act of playing together can teach us many things about ourselves, our neighbors, and our creator. Athletics can be a beautiful vehicle for growth and discipleship. Because of this, we believe children’s soccer is an important part of our mission here at First Presbyterian.

Fall 2025 Soccer 

We look forward to having you on our campus for the Fall 2025 soccer season. We will host seven Saturday game days. All games will be held on the FPC campus between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. 

Early Registration: May 12–June 6
Late Registration: June 7–13

Game Dates:
August 9
August 16
August 23
September 6
September 13
September 20
September 27 

Soccer Saints Volunteer Sign-Up

We want to welcome and love the soccer families as they play, cheer, and coach on the FPC campus. Would you help us create a warm and welcoming atmosphere by volunteering as a Soccer Saint at one of our welcome tents on Saturday mornings during soccer season? Whether you are young, old, or in between, it’s a great way to serve God’s people and spread joy. Your ministry of presence will be a blessing to our community. 

Sign up for an hour shift between 7:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. on Saturdays game days March 29–May 17.