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FALL 2026 AGE GROUP CHART
Under 4: Born 8-1-2022 to 12-31-2023
Under 6: Born 8-1-2020 to 7-31-2022
Under 8: Born 8-1-2018 to 7-31-2020
Under 10: Born 8-1-2016 to 7-31-2018
Under 12: Born 8-1-2014 to 7-31-2016
Under 14: Born 8-1-2012 to 7-31-2014
Age groups are consistent throughout all US Youth Soccer programs.
Requests to play down in age group cannot be honored.
Request to play up in age group will be assessed on a case by case basis.
VOLUNTEER TO COACH!
Anyone interested in coaching, please contact Rec Director: Mauro Morales mmorales@rushunionsoccer.org
DUNWOODY RECREATION OVERVIEW
The goal of the Rush Union Recreation Program is to offer affordable participation, development and competition in an environment that is organized, healthy, enjoyable and sporting to all it's participants regardless of ability. Registration is open to anyone interested in playing the game of soccer.
Fall 2026 Season Important Dates:
May 1 Registration for Fall 2026 Opens
Aug 2 Registration Closes (at midnight)
Aug 12 Coaches Meeting (Tentative)
Aug 17 Practices begin this week
Aug 29 Games Begins
Sept 9
U4 Mini Kickers Begins (Tentative)
Nov 7/8 End of regular season
Volunteer to coach!
One of the most important assets of our Recreation program is our volunteer/parent coaches. We do not use paid coaching staff to coach our 6U and older recreation players. Without volunteer coaches, we can't have teams!
Rush Union provides a coaching curriculum to cover your practice sessions, coaching equipment, opportunities to watch our professional staff at open sessions, as well as personal visits to your practice location, upon request.
As you register, please consider coaching. Reach out to our staff to inquire about coach training and certification opportunities.
Anyone interested in coaching, please contact Rec Director Mauro Morales mmorales@rushunionsoccer.org
Uniforms
NEW (to Rush Union) recreation players ages U6 and up are required to purchase a full uniform kit.
The kit includes a white jersey, blue jersey, blue shorts, 2 pairs socks, cinch sack.
Cost is $44 plus shipping.
Link to place your uniform order: HERE You can choose ANY number for your player.
U4 Mini kickers will receive a T-shirt at the first session.
Practice schedules:
This is dependent on the volunteer coach of your team. We are dependent on volunteer coaches, so we allow them to set their practice time and location.
Recreational Soccer - Brook Run Park in Dunwoody
Dunwoody teams will practice at Brook Run Park or other local parks. Home games will be played at Brook Run Park or Pleasantdale Park, if needed. Recreation teams that practice at Brook Run Park usually practice on Mondays or Wednesdays 5-6pm (Fall only) or 6-7pm.
Please note that ages 8U and up may be scheduled against other local clubs and programs and therefore play some games away.
PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS-2026-2027
In addition to the fees below, all players will incur a $15 Capital Improvement fee per season.
| Program Description | Fees |
|---|---|
| 4U: MINI KICKERS - COED ONLY 8 Week Session. One 45-60 minute session per week introducing kids to the soccer ball and playing fun games that begin to introduce soccer skills. | $130 includes Tshirt |
| 6U: COED ONLY 7-8 Week Session. One 1-hour practice per week. Saturday games played in a 3v3 format. | $150+ Uniform Purchase |
| 8U: COED and GIRLS OFFERED 7-8 Week Session. One 1-hour practice sessions per week. Saturday games played in a 4v4 or 5v5 format. May be scheduled with neighboring clubs. | $170+ Uniform Purchase |
| 10U: COED and GIRLS OFFERED 7-8 Week Session. One 1-hour practice session per week. Weekend games played in a 7v7 format. Inter scheduled play with other clubs. | $185+ Uniform Purchase |
| 12U: COED OFFERED 8 Week Session. One 1-hour practice session per week. Weekend games played in a 9v9 format. Inter scheduled play with other clubs. | $200+ Uniform Purchase |
| 14U: COED OFFERED 8-10 Week Session. Two 1-hour practice sessions per week. Weekend games played in an 11 v 11 format. Inter scheduled play with other clubs. | $220+ Uniform Purchase |
UNIFORMS
NOTE: U4 Mini Kickers will receive a program T-shirt, so NO uniform is required
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All
new
6U and older
recreation players will be required to wear the Rush Union Soccer full uniform kit.
Uniforms can be purchased through our purchasing site at Best Buy Soccer using the order button above.
The full uniform kit includes the following:
Home Jersey: White
Away Jersey: Blue
Shorts: Blue
2 Pairs of Blue Socks
Cinch Sack
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OTHER ITEMS NEEDED:
- Shin guards are required
- Water bottle for practices/games
- Soccer cleats (preferred, but optional)
- Soccer ball for practices.
Ball Sizing: Size 3 Ball (U4-U8);
Size 4 Ball (U10-U12); Size 5 Ball (U14+)
This gear is available from most super-stores, sporting goods stores, or second-hand sporting stores, as well as through our uniform supplier.
REQUESTS AND REFUNDS
Requests for player, teammate, and coach pairings will be reviewed, but are not guaranteed.
NO refund requests will be honored once the team formation process has begun.
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