Lethbridge Youth Soccer
Indoor and Outdoor Soccer For Lethbridge Youth
LSA Youth Soccer (LYS) is our community-based, recreational program designed to help kids fall in love with the game—no tryouts required. We focus on fun, fair play, and age-appropriate skill building so every player feels welcome, supported, and proud to wear their team colors.
How LYS works
- U4-U6 Timbits: An introduction to soccer.
- All sessions ran by LSA Staff Coaches, with activities based around players exploring the soccer ball and getting comfortable with an invasion sport. Some
small sided scrimmages may be played, but this environment is purely about the players gaining their first touches of a soccer ball.
- All sessions ran by LSA Staff Coaches, with activities based around players exploring the soccer ball and getting comfortable with an invasion sport. Some
- U8-U10 Fundamental:
- Individual development is paramount by building a love of the ball. Sessions will challenge players creative side as well introduce them to skills needed in the game such as
dribbling, passing and shooting. Scrimmages will be played, but no scores will be kept, and all players will be asked to experience all positions of a soccer match (goalkeeper, defender, midfielder,
striker).
- Individual development is paramount by building a love of the ball. Sessions will challenge players creative side as well introduce them to skills needed in the game such as
- U12-U14 Learning The Game:
- This age is classed as ‘The Golden Age Of Learning’ where skills learnt in the earlier stages are now enhanced as well as an introduction to the tactical side of the game.
Scrimmages will be played and although scores will be kept during the game, coaches and players are asked to keep games meaningful, competitive and to avoid blowouts at all costs. There will be no
league standings.
- This age is classed as ‘The Golden Age Of Learning’ where skills learnt in the earlier stages are now enhanced as well as an introduction to the tactical side of the game.
- U16-U18 Excel In The Game:
- Utilizing the technical understanding and tactical skills learnt in the previous three phases to excel in the game. Like the previous ‘Learning the Game’ phase, coaches are
asked to avoid blowouts and keep games competitive throughout
- Utilizing the technical understanding and tactical skills learnt in the previous three phases to excel in the game. Like the previous ‘Learning the Game’ phase, coaches are
What to bring
Shin guards and appropriate footwear, plus a labeled water bottle. Jersey, shorts are provided and will be provided and handed out at the first session.
Coaches, culture, and support
LYS runs on trained volunteer coaches and supportive parents. We provide session plans, safety guidance, and mentorship so coaches can focus on positive, game-centered learning. Need help with fees? Ask us—financial assistance options are available.
Curious about the competitive pathway? Players who want more training and travel opportunities can explore our LFC program when they’re ready—LYS is the perfect foundation. Ready to play? Register for the next season and join the LSA community!
LYS Resources
