CHESTERMERE – The Chestermere United FC outdoor soccer season is already just around the corner, with practices beginning in April. After a successful indoor season with multiple teams topping the charts in the playoffs, players and coaches alike are ready to get going for another season. Chestermere United FC teams play in the Calgary Minor Soccer Association league until August, and offer programs from U-10 to U-18 players. Technical director Dave Clarke said that Chestermere UFC is open to soccer players of any skill level, whether they are brand new or returning to the sport. “We have Grassroots to Advanced [...]
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Indoor soccer registrations soar past outdoor season numbers
Posted on 19 October 2011
CHESTERMERE – Indoor soccer is clearly becoming one of the more popular sports in the community, as the Chestermere United FC indoor program is currently boasting 250 players. There are now 21 teams in total for the program, with the age ranging from U6 to U18. Technical director Dave Clarke said that the numbers haven’t necessarily increased from last year, but instead that they far exceed the numbers of their outdoor program. “It’s a big increase from outdoor where we had approximately 130 players and only 10 teams,” he said. “There is an increase for indoor programs because then you [...]
Players and coaches go head-to-head
Posted on 24 August 2011
CHESTERMERE – The U16 boys team showed the coaches how it was done during their matchup this past Saturday, rushing past their out-of-breath mentors to take home the glory. However, the loss didn’t exactly speak ill for the coaches, who led many teams to victory this season. This includes the U16 team, who finished their season by winning gold in their tier in the provincial championships. Chestermere United FC technical director Dave Clarke said that the game was a great way to end the season as it gave them a good reason to bring everyone together and honor their gold [...]
Registration now open for indoor soccer
Posted on 17 August 2011
CHESTERMERE – Soccer enthusiasts of Chestermere don’t necessarily have to take a break from the sport this winter, as the steadily growing Chestermere United FC indoor soccer program runs from October through to March. Registration from the indoor soccer program opened on Aug 15, and is available to players from U6 to U18. New this year is also a co-ed mens and ladies team, and if there is enough interest, adult male and female teams could be organized in the future as well. Dave Clarke, technical director for the Chestermere Regional Soccer Association, said that they usually see about 800 [...]
