Recreation is Bethlehem Soccer Club’s oldest soccer program.  Recreation runs two separate seven-week seasons. The fall program is during September and October, while  the spring season plays during the months of  May and June. Recreation is a non-results oriented soccer league. Scores are not maintained, nor are standings kept. Every Saturday morning brings a clean slate, and new challenges.

Divisions and teams are set based on grades, beginning at the PreK level and topping out with the 8th grade age group. To determine if your child is eligible to play in the youngest division, Pre-Kindergarten (PK), they must be eligible to start Kindergarten in the following fall.  PK, K and 1st grade divisions are co-ed and are played using small sided games (micro soccer) and without goalkeepers. From 2nd grade and older, teams are formed based on enrollment.  All-Girls divisions are offered (when enrollment allows) from 2nd grade and older. The number of players on the field is based on number of players, number of volunteer coaches and field availability. BSC tries to follow USSF guidelines as closely as possible for each age group. BSC often will combine grades when making these divisions.

All recreation coaches are volunteers. Their skills and knowledge of the game can vary greatly. Some played competitively in high school and college while others may have no idea what a corner kick is. Without them, this program would not be possible. Skill development is not the most emphasized point of this league. Having a good time is. Please consider volunteering as a coach – it really isn’t that hard at this level!  We are always looking for people with a skill, talent or hard work that will help improve the club. Let us know.