CHARLOTTE EAGLES REC LEAGUE
Youth Soccer for Kids Ages 4-12 in the Charlotte Area
A structured, faith-centered league where kids learn the game, build real friendships, and grow in confidence.
Co-ed play for our youngest players (First Flight & U6). Boys-only teams from U8 through U12. Spring and fall seasons across three Charlotte-area campuses. No prior soccer experience needed.
4-12
AGES WELCOME
$150
PER PLAYER / SEASON
3
CAMPUSES IN CHARLOTTE
2
SEASONS — FALL & SPRING
ABOUT THE PROGRAM
What is the Eagles Rec League?
Charlotte Eagles Rec is a recreational soccer league for boys and girls ages 4–12. Players of every experience level are welcome — from children who have never kicked a ball to those returning for another season.
Each week includes one weekday evening practice and one Saturday game. Seasons run 8–10 weeks each spring and fall across three convenient Charlotte-area campuses.
A NOTE ON OUR FAITH
Charlotte Eagles is a Christian sports organization. Our coaches intentionally model positive character and faith-based values in every practice. You don't need to share our faith to participate — but you should know it's genuinely part of who we are.
A PROGRAM BUILT JUST FOR THEM
Is Your Daughter Between The Ages of 7-10? She Has Her Own Eagles Program.
Eagles Rec offers co-ed play for our youngest players (First Flight and U6). For girls ages U8 through U12, we've built something dedicated: the Charlotte Eagles Girls Development League (GDL) — a faith-centered program designed specifically for female players in a supportive, competitive environment with coaches who invest in their growth.
Program Overview
Eligibility
First Flight (ages 3-4) $80 · CO-ED
U6 (ages 4-5) $150 · CO-ED
U8 - U12 (ages 6-12) $150 · BOYS ONLY
Girls U8-U10 See GDL Link above
Skill Level Beginner
Season
Practice 1x per week, weekday evenings
Games Saturdays only
Game Times 8:30am · 10:15am · 12:00pm · 1:45pm
Season Length 9 weeks - 9 practices & 8 games
End-of-season celebration Fall season only
What’s Included
Campuses Matthews, University, Waxhaw
Seasons Fall & Spring
Equipment Needed Cleats, Shin guards, water bottle
Uniform Handed out at first practice/game
Coaching Volunteer Coaches & Parents
WHAT TO EXPECT
A Typical Week in Eagles Rec
No surprises. Here’s exactly what your player’s week looks like during the season.
WEEKDAY
PRACTICE — 60 Minutes
EVENINGS
Age-appropriate drills, skill work, and small-sided games. Your child learns fundamentals in a structured but fun environment. Coaches focus on encouragement and development — not just results.
GAME DAY — 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Window
SATURDAY
9 Weeks Total
FULL
Each season comprises of 9 Practices & 8 Games
SEASON
Fall 2026 Season — Key Dates
Practice Begins Week of August 24
Games Begin Weekend of August 29
No Games Labor Day Weekend
Makeup Game Day October 31
Season Length 9 weeks
NOTE - Weather permitting we will have 8 game weekends. However, we will utilize the Makeup Game Day if/when we miss 2 game days.
WEEKDAY PRACTICE — Coaches invest in every player
CHARACTER & FAITH — Built into every practice
SATURDAY GAME DAY — A community that shows up
Most games are played at Hellenic Park in Matthews, our league's shared home field. University and Waxhaw teams also host at least two home campus games per season. Click here for the new format.
WHY EAGLES REC
What Sets Us Apart
Any league can put kids on a field. Here's what makes Charlotte Eagles different.
Development, Not Just Wins
Our coaches teach the fundamentals the right way — footwork, game awareness, teamwork — in a low-pressure environment where every child grows at their own pace. Winning is great. Learning is the goal.
Intentionally Faith-Based
We're a Christian organization — and that shapes everything. Coaches model biblical values like respect, encouragement, and humility in every practice and game. Character development is built in, not bolted on.
Coaches Who Genuinely Care
Our coaches are more than instructors — they're invested in your child as a person. They know your kid's name, notice improvement, and build encouragement that carries beyond the final whistle.
Fair, Balanced Teams
Teams are formed thoughtfully so every player is in the right environment to compete and enjoy the game. No stacked rosters. Every child plays every week.
WHAT GROUP IS MY CHILD IN?
Our program follows the school calendar year (Aug 1 – Jul 31) to assign age groups — aligning with how schools group students by grade, making it easier for families to coordinate.
Age Groups
First Flight Pre-K
Aug 1, 2021-July 31, 2022 $80/season———————————Format 3v3
Roster Size 6-8 players
Field Size 25x15 yards
Ball Size Size 3
U6 Kindergarten
Aug 1, 2020-July 31, 2021 $150/season———————————Format 3v3
Roster Size 6-8 players
Field Size 25x15 yards
Ball Size Size 3
U10 3rd & 4th Grade
Aug 1, 2016-July 31, 2018 $150/season———————————Format 7v7
Roster Size 10-12 players
Field Size 55×35 yards
Ball Size Size 4
U8 1st & 2nd Grade
Aug 1, 2018-July 31 ,2020 $150/season———————————Format 4v4
Roster Size 6-8 players
Field Size 35×25 yards
Ball Size Size 3
U12 5th & 6th Grade
Aug 1, 2014-July 31, 2016 $150/season———————————Format 9v9
Roster Size 12-14 players
Field Size 70×50 yards
Ball Size Size 4
FIND US
Three campuses across the Charlotte area. Same program, same quality, at every location.
Waxhaw
Eagles Soccer Complex 8177 Old Waxhaw Monroe Road, Waxhaw, NC
Waxhaw teams call the Eagles Soccer Complex home for practices. When Waxhaw teams face each other, the game is played right here in Union County — at least twice per season.
Practice 1x per week, only on Thursday 6:00 - 7:00pm—————————————————Evaluations NEED TIME U8 9:30 - 10:30am U10 & U12 10:45 - 11:45am Location - Eagles Soccer Complex
Locations
Matthews
Hellenic Park 2700 McKee Rd, Matthews, NC
Our primary Saturday game venue. All teams from every campus come together here most weekends for a full day of Eagles Rec soccer. Multiple age groups, multiple fields, full Eagles atmosphere — this is where our community comes to life.
Practice 1x per week, either Tuesday or Thursday 6:00 - 7:00pm—————————————————Evaluations NEED TIME U8 9:30 - 10:30am U10 & U12 10:45 - 11:45am Location - Hellenic Park
University
Bradford Prep School 2502 State Rd 2469, Charlotte, NC
University teams practice here in North Charlotte each week. When two University teams are matched against each other, that game is played right here at Bradford Prep — at least twice per season.
Practice 1x per week, either Tuesday or Thursday 6:30 - 7:30pm—————————————————Evaluations NEED TIME U8 9:30 - 10:30am U10 & U12 10:45 - 11:45am Location - Bradford Prep School
✦ NEW THIS FALL ✦
GAME DAY FORMAT
One League. Three Campuses.
One Vision.
Eagles Rec is NOW one connected league spread across three campuses. Here's exactly how Saturdays work — no surprises.
HELLENIC PARK League Home Field · Matthews
BRADFORD PREP Practice Campus · University Area
EAGLES SOCCER COMPLEX Practice Campus · Waxhaw
Eagles Rec isn't three separate programs — it's one connected Eagles community spread across Charlotte. That means most Saturday games are played at Hellenic Park in Matthews, where teams from all three campuses come together, kids compete across the full league, and game day actually feels like game day.
If you're registering at our University or Waxhaw campus, your team will also host at least two games right at your home campus during the season — typically when matched against another team from the same location. So you get the best of both: Saturday mornings with the full Eagles community at Hellenic, and a couple of special home games in your own backyard.
HERE’S HOW IT LOOKS IN PRACTICE
University teams play most of their season at Hellenic against teams from across the league. When they're scheduled against the other University teams, those games comes home to Bradford Prep — right in the neighborhood. Same goes for all Waxhaw Teams.
OUR GOAL IS FOR EVERY CAMPUS TO RUN ITS OWN FULL GAME DAY.
FAMILIES WHO JOIN NOW ARE HELPING US BUILD THAT.
FROM EAGLES REC PARENTS
What Families Are Saying
Don't take our word for it — hear from parents whose kids have been through the program.
THE FULL EAGLES JOURNEY
Where Does Rec Lead?
Eagles Rec is the starting point. Charlotte Eagles offers a full pathway for players who want to keep growing — from first touch all the way to elite competition.
EVERY LEVEL. EVERY COMMITMENT. ALL EAGLES. YOUR PLAYER’S JOURNEY STARTS RIGHT HERE.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Email Sam Cox at scox@charlotteeagles.com or by phone at 980-395-9502
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First Flight (ages 3–4) and U6 (ages 4–5) are fully co-ed. For girls ages U8–U12, we have a dedicated program called the Charlotte Eagles Girls Development League (GDL) — built specifically for female players that age. Visit charlotteeagles.com/girls-youth-gdl to learn more.
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Not at all — this is one of our favorite situations. Many of our players are joining for the first time, and our coaches are trained to work with complete beginners alongside returning players. No one will be made to feel behind.
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Our coaches are Christians and that shapes how they coach — through patience, encouragement, and character. Practices may include a brief devotional thought or prayer. It's never forced, and families of all backgrounds participate here. We'd rather you know upfront than be surprised.
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Most games are played at Hellenic Park in Matthews — our shared league home field. University and Waxhaw teams also host at least two home campus games per season when matched against another team from the same campus. We're growing toward each campus running its own full game day — families who join now are part of building that.
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One 60-minute weekday practice and one Saturday game of roughly 45–60 minutes. The 8:30 AM–2:00 PM game window is the full range across all age groups — your child's game will have one assigned time within that window, not the full day.
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Yes. Every coach — including volunteers — is required to complete a background check before working with players. No exceptions.
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You'll get a confirmation email right away. A few weeks before the season starts, your campus coordinator will reach out with your team placement, coach information, and practice day and time. Uniform details follow after teams are formed.
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Shin guards (required), cleats, and a water bottle. Wear athletic clothes — you won't have your uniform yet. Arrive about 15 minutes early. Bring a ball too! We have some to supplement, but not enough for every player.
READY TO GET STARTED?
Secure Your Player’s Spot Today
Registration takes just a few minutes. Spots are limited at each campus and teams fill quickly — don't wait until the season starts.
Questions? Email Sam Cox at scox@charlotteeagles.com
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
Interested in Coaching?
Coaching at Charlotte Eagles isn't a side gig — it's a calling. Our coaches are men and women who show up every week to invest in the next generation through discipleship and competition, all for the glory of Jesus Christ.
Why it matters: Research shows that a coach is one of the most influential figures in a young person's life — and 90% of people make significant life decisions before the age of 18. What you do on that field matters for eternity.
No professional coaching experience required. We provide training, support, and a team around you.
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