League Information

See below for all the details you need about our leagues!

 

League Formats: 

• 7v7 Outdoor Soccer
• 9v9 Outdoor Soccer
• 11v11 Outdoor Soccer
• Indoor Soccer
• Futsal

 

Current Winter leagues 2011/12 leagues- details:

• 11v11 Weekend Roosevelt & McKinley - D1 & D2
• 9v9 Saturday Bell - D1
• 9v9 Saturday Tubman - D2
• 9v9 Sunday Maret / Sidwell - D1 & D2
• 9v9 Sunday Tubman - D1 & D2
• 7v7 Sunday Jellef Georgetown - mixed rec
• 5v5 Thursday Night Men's Futsal St. Albans
• 5v5 Chinatown Coed indoor- D1 & mixed rec

 

Planned Spring 2012 leagues (details pending): 

• Cardozo weekday 7v7
• Roosevelt weekday 7v7
• Chinatown weekday 5v5 indoor
• Georgetown weekday 7v7 outdoor
• Saturday Cardozo 7v7 
• Sunday Tubman 9v9 
• Sunday Maret 9v9
• Sunday Reservoir 9v9
• Sunday Dupont 7v7
• Sunday evening Georgetown 7v7
• Weekend 11v11 (played both Saturtdays and Sundays)   

 

Maps of facilities we play at: 

• Cardozo High School
• Georgetown Day School
• Maret School
• Roosevelt High School
• Stead Rec Center
• Tubman Elementary
• Thomson Elementary School
• McKinley High School 
• St. Albans School
• Sidwell Friends

 

League Rules:

• Outdoor Soccer Rules
• Indoor 5v5 "modified futsal" Rules
• Indoor 5v5 futsal

Frequently Asked Questions:

What sports do you offer?

What kind of equipment do I need?

Where are games held?

How much does it cost?

How long is the season and how often are games?

How many players on a team?

What is the level of play in the leagues?

Are there referees in these games?

Are there are any specific rules of play in the league?

Is there soccer year-round?

Are all leagues coed? If so, what is the gender breakdown?

Are games ever cancelled due to weather conditions?

Is District Sports a non-for-profit organization?

 

What sports do you offer?

Soccer, futbol, calico, the beautiful game. At this point District Sports only runs soccer and Futsal leagues but we may entertain organizing other sports.

What kind of equipment do I need?

Shin guards and long socks covering them are a must for all District Sports leagues. Players without shin guards will not be allowed to participate. As for footwear, any athletic footwear is permissible on both turf and grass fields (this includes molded cleats). Each player receives a league-issued jersey.

Where are games held?

Games are generally held at metro- accessible schools and recreation centers in the District of Columbia. Fields surfaces are mostly artificial (turf).

How much does it cost?

Leagues generally cost between $75 and $85 per individual. Full team registration fees are aggregated based on the price per individual.

How long is the season and how often are games?

Generally speaking each season is 8 weeks in length with teams playing one game per week. Typically, each league has a playoff tournament for which the top regular season finishers competing in a playoff tournament.

How many players on a team?

Roster size varies depending on the format of the league. Generally speaking roster size per league is as follows:

11v11 - 18 players

9v9 - 14 players

7v7 - 12 players

Indoor 5v5 - 10 players

What is the level of play in the leagues?

District Sports strives to provide soccer playing opportunities for anyone who is seeking a recreational sports experience. Our leagues are suitable for both beginner and advanced palyers. Where possible District Sports divides leagues into tiers. The tiers are broken out as follows:

Division 1- Advanced Rec (advanced players may enjoy this league as long as they realize they are playing rec soccer with less experienced players).

Division 2- Beginner to Intermediate Rec (former college varsity and club players should not play in this league).

Are there referees in these games?

Yes and where possible referees hold United States Soccer Federation certifications. Referees are present primarily for the safety of the players and therefore should be respected. District Sports will not tolerate rough or reckless play, nor abuse of others on the field- including opponents and referees.

Are there are any specific rules of play in the league?

All games are played in accordance with standard FIFA rules. In certain leagues (9v9 and 11v11) off sides will be called. Slide-tackling is absolutely prohibited in all leagues. Here are the complete District Sports outdoor soccer rules.

Is there soccer year-round?

District Sports runs four (4) separate seasons of soccer each year- winter, spring, fall, and summer. During the winter months we run gym indoor leagues and futsal.

Are all leagues coed? If so, what is the gender breakdown?

Yes, all leagues are coed. The gender breakdown varies by format but is generally as follows:

11v11- 3 members of the opposite sex on the field at all time

9v9- 3 members of the opposite sex on the field at all times

7v7- 2 members of the opposite sex on the field at all times

Indoor 5v5 - 1 member of the opposite sex on the field at all times

Are games ever cancelled due to weather conditions?

Games played on grass may be cancelled if there is significant precipitation within 12 hours of kickoff. Turf fields allow for games even during rain storms. District Sports management will cancel games due to lightning or other acts of god that make play hazardous for those participating. For updates on the status of games check the weather hotline at 202.263.1143.

Is District Sports a non-for-profit organization?

Yes, District Sports is a federally recognized non-for-profit organization devoted to promoting community athletics and well- being. Whenever possible, District Sports seeks to promote and support local, national, and International organizations that are using soccer as vehicle for social good. Over the years, these organizations have included DC Scores, Street Soccer USA, and love.futbol.