Junior Reds - Find Out More | SoCal Reds FC
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​Introducing…..Junior Reds powered by MLS GO,
the recreational soccer program of MLS!

PRACTICES AND GAMES!

Built for boys and girls ages 4-14 we provide kids with a fun, affordable, 

Elevated Soccer Experience through our

“Professional Approach to Recreational Soccer”

JUNIOR REDS IS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR BOTH PLAYERS AND COACHES

Our players get the opportunity to play with their friends as well as participate in sessions with Professional Trainers.

Our volunteer coaches also get an opportunity to develop their skills with coach mentoring sessions.

Each team will play in FULL MLS GO Team uniforms representing various teams of MLS...

 Inter Miami - play like Messi!

LA Galaxy - Be a MLS Cup Champion!

LAFC - Oliver Giroud!

PROFESSIONAL COACHING FOR ALL​ - All divisions will practice and play on weeknights with the support of our professional trainers!

PROFESSIONAL ENVIRONMENT - Fields set up with tents and benches and referees included!

LA GALAXY GAME TICKET INCLUDED FOR ALL!

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"We signed up my two girls for the Red’s Rec program and have been really liking it. It is by far the best value both in monetary and training terms. I’ve noticed the program has changed from the previous time we had signed up. What I like most is the professional coaches and the trainings they do before a game and during the week. I will be recommending the Red’s program to my friends and family due to the professional coaching that’s included."

Powered by MLS GO - the official recreational soccer program of Major League Soccer

For boys & girls ages 4-14, Junior Reds delivers a fun, affordable, and elevated soccer experience built on our Professional Approach to Recreational Soccer.

🔴 Why Families Choose Junior Reds

• Play with friends (Friend Requests accepted until July 1st)

• Professional Trainer Experience with licensed coaches

• Full MLS GO uniforms representing official MLS teams

• LA Galaxy game ticket included 🎟️

• Professionally set-up fields for game day

• Paid, trained referees for all matches

• End-of-season tournament for all teams 🏆

⭐ Player & Coach Development

Players train in a positive, confidence-building environment.
Volunteer coaches receive professional mentoring and support.

📅 Program Highlights

 Program Highlights​

U5–U7 - Players born Aug 2019 – July 2022: $249

Saturday practice and games with professional coaches

Professional Trainer Experience included

 

U8–U14 - Players born Aug 2012 - July 2019: $349

Weekday practices with a volunteer coach plus Saturday games

Professional Trainer Experience included

🌟 Now Accepting 4-Year-Olds

Join U6 on Saturdays or play Mini Reds during the week

👉 Spots are limited - register now and play together.

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What’s Included:

• 10 weeks of practices & games

• FULL MLS GO Team Uniform

• LA Galaxy Ticket

• End of season tournament

Professional Trainer Experience

(U8 and older included; U7 and below additional fee)

• Medals

• Friend & coach requests accepted

• SoCal Reds gift!

• Referees

• Fully set up fields

• Coach mentoring

Age Divisions & Formats:

  • Ages 4-14

    • 2021 (Aug) – 2022 (July) U5

    • 2020 (Aug) – 2021 (July) U6

    • 2019 (Aug) – 2020 (July) U7

    • 2018 (Aug) – 2019 (July) U8

    • 2017 (Aug) – 2018 (July) U9

    • 2016 (Aug) – 2017 (July) U10

    • 2015 (Aug) – 2016 (July) U11

    • 2014 (Aug) – 2015 (July) U12

    • 2013 (Aug) – 2014 (July) U13

    • 2012 (Aug) – 2013 (July) U14

Sibling Discounts

A 10% discount will automatically be applied to the 2nd and subsequent sibling when registering for the same program at the same time.

MLS GO Grants

Individual participants can apply for grants to make MLS GO more accessible

MLS GO PLAY Fund

MLS GO PLAY Fund FAQ

MLS GO Individual Grant Application

Season Timeline:

  • Registration Closes - August 1st 

  • Parent Meeting - Tuesday, August 18th via zoom @ 7:00pm 

  • Coaches Meeting - Thursday, August 20th via zoom @ 8:00pm   

  • JR Coach on field training - Saturday August 29th, 9:00am to 12:00pm  

  • Practices begin - Monday, August 31st 

  • Games begin - Saturday, Sept 12th 

  • Professional Trainer Experience begins - Monday, Sept 14th 

  • End of Season tournament – Saturday, Nov 7th

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$25 Playtime Sports Education - Credit Program

1. Program Overview

SoCal Reds FC operates the MLS GO Recreational League in Irvine and Garden Grove.

As part of a community partnership, schools can participate in a Credit Program where:

For every student who registers for the MLS GO Recreational League, the school community earns a $25 Playtime Sports Education credit.

2. How the $25 Playtime Credit Works​​

Step 1 – School Participation

Schools shares league information with families.

No facilities, staffing, or administrative handling required.

Step 2 – Family Registration

Families register directly with SoCal Reds FC for the MLS GO league.

During registration, families select their child’s school.

Step 3 – Credit Accumulation

For every registered student connected to a school:

  • $25 is added to that school’s Playtime Credit balance.

  • Credits accumulate throughout the registration period.

Step 4 – School Benefit Use

The accumulated Playtime Credits may be used for:

  • Free after-school enrichment sessions

  • Lunchtime Sports

  • Before school activity programs

  • PE support programming

  • School-wide field day activities

  • Scholarship spots for students in need

  • PTA-sponsored community sports events

Credits directly fund programming for the school community. No cash exchange or substitution for cash. 

All credits will be reconciled by August 31st 2026 and shared directly with each school.

Example Impact

Students Registered = Playtime Credit Earned

20 students = $500 in program credit

40 students = $1,000 in program credit

75 students = $1,875 in program credit

100 students = $2,500 in program credit

There is no cap.The more students participate, the more programming value the school receives.

3. What Schools Are Responsible For

  • School newsletter

  • Flyers to all students

  • Flyer & Poster in reception

  • After-school program distribution

There is:

  • No financial handling

  • No fundraising sales

  • No staffing requirements

  • No administrative processing

4. What Families Receive

Participants receive a professional MLS GO league experience which includes

  • Structured weekly practices and games

  • Official MLS GO uniform

  • LA Galaxy match ticket

  • Safe, structured, inclusive soccer environment

  • Provided referees

  • Professional field set up

  • End of season tournament

5. Important Clarification

The MLS GO Recreational League is operated by SoCal Reds FC and is not school sponsored.

  • Takes place at community field locations and occurs outside of school hours
     

The school community benefits from participation through Playtime Credits.

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