First Kickers

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Our First Kickers program serves as an introduction to organized team soccer for our youngest players that are new to the sport of soccer.

First Kickers: Spring 2027 Season

• Eligibility: Children in preschool (3-5 years old) are eligible for this program.
  • Birth Date: August 1, 2021 - July 31, 2023

• Format: 1 Weekly Session for 1 Hour - including gross motor skills, technical soccer skills, fun games, and small-sided soccer games

• Dates: Saturday Mornings | April 10th - June 5th

• Time: 10:00-11:00 AM

• Spring Soccer Festival: June 5, 2027
  • First Kickers will participate in an extended, 90 minute session!

• Location: Oak Brook Sports Core Soccer Fields
  • 700 Oak Brook Rd, Oak Brook, IL

Volunteer Coaches: Each group/team will have a parent volunteer coach.

• If you are interested in being a First Kickers Coach, please make that selection during the registration process.
• All parent volunteer head coaches receive 50% reimbursement of your child's registration fee. 
• Visit our Volunteer Coaches page for more details! 

Uniform & Gear:

• Players First Recreational Soccer T-shirt
• Black soccer shorts and black soccer socks (recommended)
• Shin guards
• Soccer cleats
• Size 3 soccer ball
• New participants will receive a t-shirt on April 10th.

Winter Skills Academy:

Players First Recreational Soccer offers an additional 8 week skills program indoors at the Darien Sportsplex! Check out our Winter Skills Academy page for more information.

Cost: Spring 2027 Season - $175