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Saturday September 26, 2026
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rec Soccer
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 4 Year Old's: Practice
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 5 Year Old's
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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Saturday October 3, 2026
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rec Soccer
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 4 Year Old's: Practice
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 5 Year Old's
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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Saturday October 10, 2026
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rec Soccer
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 4 Year Old's: Practice
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 5 Year Old's
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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Saturday October 17, 2026
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8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Rec Soccer
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9:00 AM - 9:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 4 Year Old's: Practice
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
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REC PAYSA Soccer- Minis (4 and 5 Year Olds) - 5 Year Old's
The Parks, Recreation, & Facilities Department is excited to partner with PAYSA for the fall 2026 rec soccer season. Providing children with a positive youth sports experience is a community effort, and we are eager to work together to make this program an even greater success than before.This program is only for residents of Portland or attend school in Portland.Program Goal:To give your child a positive first experience of youth soccer.Practices:Each week your child's practice squad will experience new fun, game-based learning focused on basic soccer skills.Practices Squads:The aim is to have your child in a squad with no more than 9 other children with 2 volunteer coaches. What to Bring: Players must bring shin guards, cleats or sneakers, comfortable clothing, and a water bottle. Parents and caregivers must remain on-siteCoaches: This league is run with the help of volunteer coaches, with each team having at least two coaches. Questions to ask?Can you respect and encourage players? Are you a positive role model? Are you a clear, consistent communicator? Are you someone who listens? Do you have some knowledge of soccer?Coaches Commitment: One practice per week (Approx. 45 - 60 minutes)Registration: Those interested in becoming a head coach or assistant should indicate this during the registration process in the questions section as well as fill out the form available below. Contact: For more information, contact Recreation Leader Kerrigan Manter at kmanter@portlandmaine.govAll potential Coaches, please complete the Volunteer Coach form HERE Mandatory Coaches Pre-Season Meeting: Date: Saturday, September 5, 9-10amLocation: Payson Park, Baxter BlvdAgenda: Coaches will receive team rosters, practice schedules, and game schedules at this meeting.For weather cancellations for this program, please clickHEREfor updates.
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