Recreation

Derry Soccer Club’s Hawks Recreation program offers players the opportunity to learn the game of soccer while competing against other players from Derry and surrounding communities. If your player is starting out in the sport, or just looking for a way to stay active, Hawks is the perfect program to play in.

U4: For players born between 9/3/2020 and 11/20/2021

8:00 am – 9:00 am *OR* 9:00 am – 10:00 am Saturdays

West Running Brook MS, 1 W Running Brook Lane, Derry

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U6: For players born between 1/1/2019 and 9/2/2020

Practices and Games 9:30 – 10:30 am Saturdays

Barka Elementary School Field, 21 Eastgate Road, Derry

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U8: For players born between 1/1/2017 and 12/31/2018

Games 8:00 am – 9:00 am Saturdays at Barka

Practices Tuesday *OR* Thursday from 5:30-6:30 pm at Barka

Barka Elementary School Field, 21 Eastgate Road, Derry

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U10: For players born between 1/1/2015 and 12/31/2016

U10 Hawks play in the Southern NH Rec Soccer League

Game Schedule dependent on Southern NH Rec Soccer Schedule

Practices Tuesday *AND* Thursday from 6:30-7:30 pm at Barka or Rider Field

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U12: For players born between 1/1/2013 and 12/31/2014

U12 Hawks play in the Southern NH Rec Soccer League

Game Schedule dependent on Southern NH Rec Soccer Schedule

Practices Tuesday *AND* Thursday from 5:30-6:30 pm at Rider Field

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U15: For players born between 1/1/2010 and 12/31/2012

U15 Hawks play in the Southern NH Rec Soccer League

Game Schedule dependent on Southern NH Rec Soccer Schedule

Practices Tuesday *AND* Thursday from 6:30-7:30 pm at Rider Field

Volunteer Parent Coaches

U18: For players born between 1/1/2007 and 12/31/2009

U18 Hawks play in the Southern NH Rec Soccer League

Game Schedule dependent on Southern NH Rec Soccer Schedule

Practices Tuesday *AND* Thursday from 6:30-7:30 pm at Rider Field

Volunteer Parent Coaches

Please consider volunteering! Derry Soccer Club is a non-profit organization and is 100% volunteer run. Please e-mail kelta@derrysoccerclub.org for more information.

Hawks Program Detail

Program Details

U4 Hawks

This is our into to soccer program. Players range in age from almost 3 to almost 4 years old. Weekend sessions are run by our professional coaching staff and focus on teaching our little ones how much fun it is to suit up and come play soccer! Sessions are 1 hour and include lots of fun games to get our newest players moving.

Parent involvement is highly encouraged!

Size 3 ball.

U6 Hawks

U6 introduces a team element, and players are assigned a team and volunteer parent coaches to practice with each week. Saturday sessions include a 30 minute training session followed by a 30 minute game. Players stay on one side of the field with their team and coach, while friends and family watch from the outer sideline. Soccer cleats, socks and shin guards are now required, along with a Size 3 soccer ball.

Size 3 ball.

U8 Hawks

U8 adds in group practices and referees for games. Games are played on Saturdays in four 12-minute quarters. Format is 6v6 with goalies (no punting). Throw-ins, corner kicks, and goal kicks are all observed. Opposing players clear to half for goal kicks. Referees are expected to provide guidance to players in this low-pressure environment to help them learn the fundamentals of the sport. Scores are not reported.

Size 3 ball.

U10 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)

U10 is the next step in our player evolution and introduces travel in some seasons. We continue with group practices and games are run by a single referee. Games are played in two 25-minute halves. Format is 7v7 with goalies (no punting). Opposing players clear to build out line/center line for goal kicks. No offside, all other rules apply. Scores are reported by coaches. Referees are responsible for reporting any send-offs (red cards).

Size 4 ball.

U12 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)

U12 is true recreational travel in the Southern New Hampshire Recreational League. Teams compete against neighboring towns within 45 minutes of Derry. Playoffs are included for seasons having 5+ teams in the grouping. 2 ARs accompany the center referee. Games are played in two 30-minute halves. Format is 9v9 with goalies. Offside will be called and all other rules apply. Scores are reported by coaches. Referees are responsible for reporting any send-offs (red cards).

Size 4 ball.

U15 & U18 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)

U15 & U18 continue with our SNHREC League. Playoffs are included for seasons having 5+ teams in the grouping. A center referee and 2 ARs officiate all games. Games are played in two 45-minute halves. Format is 11v11 with goalies. All rules of the game apply. Scores are reported by coaches. Referees are responsible for reporting any cautions (yellow cards) or send-offs (red cards), as these age groups are more physical in nature of play.

Size 5 ball.

Age Groups & Tuition

Age Groups	Birth Date Range	Fall 2024-Spring 2025 Tuition
U4	9/3/2020 – 11/20/2021	$95
U6	1/1/2019 – 9/2/2020	$135
U8	1/1/2017 – 12/31/2018	$150
U10	1/1/2015 – 12/31/2016	$165
U12	1/1/2013 – 12/31/2014	$175
U15	1/1/2010 – 12/31/2012	$175
U18 (Fall Only)	1/1/2007 – 12/31/2009	$105

Equipment Needed

Hawks jerseys can be purchased for $25.50 during registration, and will be given out by the team's coach during the first week of the season.

All players will need:

-Soccer Cleats

-Shin guards

-Soccer ball

U4, U6 and U8 use a Size 3 ball.

U10 and U12 use a Size 4 ball.

U15 and U18 use a Size 5 ball.

Hawks Registration is CLOSED for the Fall 2024-Spring 2025 Soccer Year. This registration is for BOTH the Fall 2024 and Spring 2025 soccer seasons. Single season registration is available for U18 Hawks ONLY. Hawks do not play games on Columbus Day or Memorial Day Weekends. Hawks DO play games over April vacation. The spring start date depends on weather and field conditions. All registrants will be notified of the spring schedule in April 2025.

Please consider volunteering! Derry Soccer Club is a non-profit organization and is 100% volunteer run. The number of registrations and teams available is directly impacted by the number of volunteers. Coaches receive a 100% tuition discount. Please e-mail kelta@derrysoccerclub.org for more information. We appreciate your consideration!

Hawks Schedule for Fall 2024:

Practices begin Tuesday, September 3rd

Games begin Saturday, September 7th

Season Ends Saturday, November 9th

Field Addresses

Rider Field Address:

36 Tsienneto Rd, Derry, NH 03038

Barka Field Address:

21 Eastgate Rd, Derry, NH 03038

WRB Field Address:

1 W Running Brook Ln, Derry, NH 03038

Field information page

Registration is CLOSED for Fall24/Spring25

Click Here to Register!

Questions and Contact Information

Visit our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page for more information.
If you still have questions please contact us.

Registration and Uniform Cost

Recreation

Program Details

U4 Hawks

U6 Hawks

U8 Hawks

U10 Hawks (SNH Rec Soccer League)

U12 Hawks (SNH Rec Soccer League)

U15 & U18 Hawks (SNH Rec Soccer League)

Age Groups & Tuition

Equipment Needed

Field Addresses

Registration is CLOSED for Fall24/Spring25

Questions and Contact Information

U10 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)

U12 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)

U15 & U18 Hawks
(SNH Rec Soccer League)