spring SEASON GENERAL INFORMATION

overview

Decorah United Soccer Club provides a competitive, growth-focused environment during the Fall Season for players aged U5 to U19 who are dedicated to improving their skills and competing at a higher level.

• Each age group from U7/U8 to U15 typically includes 1–2 teams, allowing us to place players in the most suitable environment for their development and playing experience. (No friend requests or carpooling for team roster placement.)

• We offer training-only sessions for age groups U5/U6 and U16–U19.

• For the U7/U8 age group, families may choose between two options:

1. Training only

2. Training and participation in league games

Our teams compete in the Iowa Soccer League (ISL) – Rec Northeast, a local league organized by Iowa Soccer.

Players benefit from high-quality coaching and structured team training sessions, with a focus on continued technical development, tactical understanding, and preparation for future opportunities within the club and beyond.

BIRTH YEAR GUIDELINES

(August 1, 2025- July 31, 2026)

U5/U6 = 2021/2020

U7/U8 = 2019/2018

U9/U10 = 2017/2016

U11/U12 = 2015/2014

U13 - U15 = 2013 - 2011

U16 - U19 = 2010 - 2007

practice information

Frequency: Two practices per week

Typical Practice Days: Mondays and Thursdays

Locations: Will Baker Park or Luther College fields

Practice times are determined by our director and based on each coach's availability and will be set by early March, a few weeks before the season begins. Final practice days and times for each age group will be shared once confirmed.

Note: Practice days may be adjusted by the coach if there are widespread scheduling conflicts within the team.

equipment required

• Soccer Ball, Cleats (no tennis shoes), shin guards, water bottle, athletic clothing and warm clothes if necessary.

• Ball Sizes for Age Group

• Size 3 ball for U5 - U8

• Size 4 ball for U9 - U12

• Size 5 ball for U13 and up

GAME INFORMATION

Our teams compete in the Iowa Soccer League (ISL) – Rec Northeast, a local league organized by Iowa Soccer.

Season Duration: Late March through the last weekend in May.

Projected First Game: Likely to begin the weekend in April.

Game Schedule Release: Iowa Soccer typically releases team schedules 1–2 weeks before the first weekend of games. We will share schedules with families as soon as they become available.

Game Days: Most games take place on Saturdays, though some may be scheduled for Sundays due to league or field availability

program cost

A detailed cost breakdown is available for each age group, including options for games and practice or practice-only participation.

What’s Included in the Cost:

• League registration fees

• Secondary player insurance

• Referee fees for games

• Field rental, maintenance, and painting

• Coaching Director and administrative overhead expenses

• Team coaches’ pay

• Training and game equipment
  
  

What’s Not Included:

• Uniforms for U9 to U15 players

• Transportation to and from games

• Tournament registration fees and coach compensation (if applicable)

Note: If a team chooses to participate in a tournament, an additional fee will be requested from parents to cover registration, coach per diem, and any other related expenses.

uniforms

New Uniform Cycle: Beginning in Fall 2025, a new two-year uniform cycle will run through Spring 2027.

• U9 to U15 Players:

  Required to purchase a full uniform kit

  The same kit can be used through July 2027 or until the player outgrows it
  

• U5 to U8 Players:

  Will receive a game/practice T-shirt as part of their registration fee

  No additional uniform purchase is required

COMMUNICATION

All Team communication and Scheduling will be sent through the Spond App. This includes communication regarding weather related cancellation of practice or games if necessary. Please ensure you have downloaded the app and are registered correctly.

VOLUNTEER PARENT COACHES

We are always looking for volunteer parent coaches to enrich our program. Volunteer coaches must be familiar with the game of soccer and are willing to attend most practices and all games of their assigned team. Volunteer parent coaches will received 50% registration costs for the following season for one player. For questions regarding this program please email our Coaching Director at teojube@decorahunitedsoccer.com.

Registration

Check back in January of 2026 or follow us on Facebook or Instagram to learn about Spring 2026 Registration.