Rec Soccer Information Zone

Everything your family needs for the FALL 2026 recreation season, from the first practice to the final whistle.

In this guide

Schedules Fields Weather Uniforms & Gear Sideline Conduct Game Day Checklist

Important Dates

Nov

7 – 8

Rain Dates & High School Tournament

Saturday – Sunday

What families need to know

Schedules & the PlayMetrics App

  • Practice and game schedules live in the PlayMetrics app. Download it and log in with your registration email.
  • Turn on notifications so you see time and field changes right away.
  • Games are played on weekends; practice days are set by each coach.
Get the PlayMetrics app

Fields & Field Status

  • Rec games are played at fields across Arlington. Check the field name in your schedule before you leave home.
  • Park only in marked spaces and follow posted rules at each site.
See field locations

Weather & Cancellations

  • If you hear thunder or see lightning, everyone leaves the field and waits in a car or building. Play resumes 30 minutes after the last strike.
  • Cancellations are announced through the app and email. The Arlington County weather line is 703-228-4715.
  • Rained-out games are scheduled.
Read the weather policy

Uniforms & Gear

  • Shin guards are required at every practice and game, fully covered by socks.
  • No jewelry on the field, and no metal-studded cleats.

Ball Size by Grade

Size 3 Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
Size 4 3rd – 6th Grade
Size 5 7th Grade & Older
View the uniform gallery

Coaches & Team Communication

  • Rec teams are led by volunteer parent coaches.
  • Haven't heard from your coach? Email the rec office and we'll connect you.
  • Tell your coach ahead of time if your player will miss a game.
Volunteer to coach

How Games Work

  • Younger age groups play small-sided games so every player gets more touches on the ball.
  • Field size, team size, and game length grow with each age group.
  • Every player gets meaningful playing time. That's the rec promise.
See age-appropriate play

Sideline Conduct & Referees

  • Many of our referees are teenagers learning the game. Please treat them with respect, win or lose.
  • Cheer for effort, let coaches coach, and stay on the spectator side of the field.
  • All families agree to ASA's Code of Conduct at registration.
Read the Code of Conduct

Injuries & Player Safety

  • Suspect a head injury? When in doubt, sit them out. A player with a possible concussion doesn't return to play that day.
  • Let your coach know about any injury, even a minor one.
  • Safety concerns can be reported confidentially at any time.
Player Safety & Reporting

Refunds & Financial Aid

To view the information, please click on the links below.

Refund Policy Financial Aid

Game Day Checklist

Pack the bag the night before and arrive 30 minutes early to warm up.

✓   Team jersey, shorts & socks

✓   Shin guards

✓   Cleats or sneakers

✓   Correct-size ball, labeled with a name

✓   Full water bottle

✓   Sunscreen and a weather layer

Still Have a Question?

The rec team is here to help: info@arlingtonsoccer.com