The Westminster Soccer Association is one of the largest soccer organizations in Central Maryland.
WSA recreational soccer programs provide a fun and competitive opportunity for players ages U5-U15 and High School.
Our U5-U8 teams are co-ed, for children ages 4 thru 7 and follow many of the US Youth Soccer guidelines on player development. The emphasis will be on learning skills and having fun.
Our U10-U15 teams are co-ed, and will be organized by the player’s age (Under-10, Under-12, and Under-15), with all teams formed by a draft. Ninth graders play in the high school co-ed league.
Our high school program is a co-ed, competitive and fun league for high school students who do not play on their high school soccer team. Games are played against other programs in Carroll County. These teams are formed after the local high schools have conducted their tryouts(usually mid-August).
Beginning with the 2026-2027 seasonal year, WSA will be moving to a school year calendar age grouping method for all programs including Club and Recreation. Age groups will change from being formed by January 1-December 31 birth year to an August 1-July 31 age grouping based on school grade.
Click on the link below to learn more about the switch to School Year Calendar Age Group Formation in 2026-2027.
Why is the School Year Calendar used in youth soccer?
The school year model better aligns with academic calendars, supports social development among peers, and improves player retention by allowing teammates to progress together through both school and soccer.
How the School Year Calculation Works
To calculate your player’s soccer age, determine if they fall within the birthdate ranges listed below or click here to use the U.S. Soccer age group formation tool.
| Division | Birth Date Between |
|---|---|
| Recreational Under-5 Co-ed | 08/01/2021 thru 07/31/2022 |
| Recreational Under-6 Co-ed | 08/01/2020 thru 07/31/2021 |
| Recreational Under-7 Co-ed | 08/01/2019 thru 07/31/2020 |
| Recreational Under-8 Co-ed | 08/01/2018 thru 07/31/2019 |
| Recreational Under-10 Co-ed | 08/01/2016 thru 07/31/2018 |
| Recreational Under-12 Co-ed | 08/01/2014 thru 07/31/2016 |
| Recreational Under-15 Co-ed | 08/01/2011 thru 07/31/2014 *unless attending 9th Grade |
| Recreational High School Co-ed | Attending 9th-12th Grade for School Year 2026-2027 |