U11 - U12 Developmental Rec
U11 (5th Grade) DOB: Aug 1, 2015 - July 31st 2016
U12 (6th Grade) DOB: Aug 1, 2014 - July 31st 2015
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The Developmental Rec program is a pathway for recreational players and teams U8-U12, looking for more player and team development. The Developmental Rec programs allows teams and players the benefit of staying on a team with friends, but adds in a weekly developmental training session with Skyline Staff coaching.
Developmental Rec teams will practice 1-2 times per week with a volunteer coach. Teams will receive 5 Skyline staff training sessions in addition to their weekly practice with their team coach.
The Skyline staff coach focuses on Technical and Tactical training to further develop each player and the team as a whole. This is a great blend to prepare players to become more competitive players.
Skyline continues to have Recreational and Competitive programs but saw a need for the in between. This program is offered for players U8-U12.
- Teams are recreational with a desire to become more developed and competitive.
- Teams receive 5 training sessions with a Skyline Staff coach for practice.
- Skyline staff coach will work with team coach to assist them with curriculum for player and team development.
- Teams will play at the appropriate level of CSA Front Range League or interleague.
- Seasons run Fall and Spring. Registration is per season
- U11 + Developmental Rec teams play in a 9 v 9 format.
Teams playing the Front Range and Advance league must comply with CSA roster limitations, age restrictions and player verification rules.
All players wear Skyline recreational uniforms on game day that can be ordered online.
Please note, no refunds will be issued after games begin unless defined in our
refund policy.
Upcoming Important Dates
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| 3/13/26 | South Metro League game schedules posted in Playmetrics by 3PM |
| 3/16/26 | Practices begin |
| Mar 28, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25, 26, May 2, 9, May 16, 17 | South Metro League game dates |
Fall Registration (Full Year): $780
Beginning in the fall of 2026, teams will be formed by school year. Click Here for more information!
Which program is right for your player: Recreational vs Developmental Rec
| Choose Your Program | U11 - U18 Recreational | U11 - U12 Developmental Rec |
|---|---|---|
| Practice Location | Denver Area- DPR Permitted Fields | Denver Area- DPR Permitted Fields |
| Practices | 1 Team Practice a Week | 1 or 2 Team Practices Per Week |
| Game Location | Denver Metro & Suburbs | Denver Metro & Suburbs |
| Game Day | Saturdays and Occasional Sundays | Saturdays and Occasional Sundays |
| Coach | Volunteer Parent Coach | Volunteer Parent Coach, plus 5 sessions in Spring and 5 in Fall with a Skyline Staff coach |
| Team Size | 14- 16 Players. Up to 18 players on 15 and older teams | 14-16 Players |
| League | U11 -U12 Skyline / Littleton United Inter League 13U & Older CSA Front Range League Recreational | U11 - U12 Teams are encouraged to play at the appropriate level of CSA Front Range League. 13U and older Teams play in the Front Range League. |
| Uniform | Recreational Uniform Required | Recreational Uniform Required |
| Ball Size | Size (4) U11/U12, size (5) U13 and older | Size (4) U11/U12, size (5) U13 and older |
| Commitment | One Season | Full Year |
If you have questions or want to learn more about the Developmental Rec program, please contact Travis Yoakum, travis@skylinesoccer.org.

