Ball mastery warm-ups
Every age group starts with ten minutes of touches: inside-outside cuts, weak-foot passes and scanning drills before a ball goes into a small-sided game.
Spring registration closes Friday — U8 through U18, financial aid applications still accepted.See age groups
Community football · Tacoma
Saturday league nights under the lights.
Riverside Union FC runs co-ed youth leagues and adult five-a-side on the same riverside pitch, with qualified coaches, certified referees and a parent lounge that actually has working Wi‑Fi. You register once, see every training slot in a single calendar, and get text alerts when Tacoma weather moves practice indoors.
Shin guards required for all youth sessions. Cleats allowed on turf only.
Club snapshot
- Youth teams this season
- 18
- Licensed coaches
- 6
- Registered players
- 420+
- Full-size pitches
- 2
Upcoming home fixtures
All kickoffs at Riverside Pitch unless marked indoor at the Dome. Gates open forty minutes before kickoff.
- Sat 12 Oct
U12 Tigers vs Cascade City
Kickoff 10:00. Arrive 9:15 for check-in. Orange bibs provided; bring water bottles.
- Sat 12 Oct
Adult five-a-side league · Division B
Kickoff 19:30 under lights. Two halves of twenty-five minutes. Referee fee included in league dues.
- Sun 13 Oct
U15 Storm vs Harbor Athletic
Kickoff 14:00. Parents invited to sideline meeting at 13:30 on concussion protocol updates.
- Wed 16 Oct
Goalkeeper clinic
Indoor Dome 18:00–19:30. Six spots left. Register through the parent portal.
What players work on each week
Sessions are planned in four-week blocks so skills compound instead of resetting every Monday.
Small-sided games
We play 3v3 through 7v7 depending on age so everyone gets dozens of decisions per half. Coaches freeze play twice per session to coach positioning, not lectures.
Fair play & safeguarding
Captains shake hands before kickoff, refs are club-trained, and every volunteer completes background checks. Parents receive a one-page code of conduct in plain English.
Make-up sessions
Rainouts move to the Dome automatically with a text link to claim a make-up slot within fourteen days so you are not chasing coaches on social media.
Goalkeeper pathway
Keepers train separately twice a week with a UEFA C licensed coach, then rejoin their team for finishing drills so outfield players learn to shoot with intent.
Season fees
Fees include league registration, referee costs and a home/away kit bundle. Payment plans available.
Save $40
U6–U8
One practice and one game per week.
$65/ mo
- Size 3 ball provided
- Volunteer coach training
- End-of-season medal
U9–U12
Two practices plus weekend league fixtures.
$85/ mo
- Licensed coach
- Home and away kit
- Tournament entry
Adult five-a-side
Ten league nights per season, ref included.
$55/ mo
- Flexible roster
- Lights included
- Post-match room
Families on the sideline
“The calendar actually matches reality — when Tacoma rains, we get a Dome link before we leave the house.”
“My daughter finally gets meaningful minutes because small-sided games are non-negotiable here.”
“Adult league is competitive without being hostile. Refs know the rules and captains enforce respect.”
Initials used instead of photos.
Before you register
What gear do kids need?
Molded cleats for turf, shin guards under socks, and a labeled water bottle. The club sells reversible bibs on site.
Can my child play up an age group?
Only with director approval and a two-week trial. We prioritize safety and confidence over rushing development.
Do you offer scholarships?
Yes. Submit the aid form before registration closes; decisions go out within ten business days.
Where do I park on match day?
Use the Riverside lot off Dock Street. Overflow parking is signed on Marine View Drive with a shuttle cart.
Bring your player to a free intro night.
Wednesday intro sessions run 17:30–18:30 on Pitch B. Coaches assess comfort level and place kids in the right group.
Riverside Pitch office
901 Dock Street, Tacoma, WA (fictional)
- Mon–Fri 12:00–20:00
- Sat–Sun match days 08:00–21:00
+1 253 555 0136