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The Player Pathway
at JFC

From first kicks to season finales and beyond — here is your map through JFC.

The journey, at a glance

  1. 1
    Stage 1 U4–U5
    Micro Soccer
  2. 2
    Stage 2 U6–U10
    Recreational
  3. 3a
    Stage 3a U11–U19
    Older Rec
  4. 3b
    Stage 3b U9–U14
    Rush Competitive
  5. 4
    Stage 4 U15–U19
    Rush United
Young JFC players at a Saturday game
Stage 1
1 Rec

Micro Soccer

Ages 4–5

What it looks like

Small-sided games on Monday nights (Monday Night Futbol!) and some Saturdays (3v3 or 4v4).

Parent volunteer coaches make the calls and make sure everyone is having fun.

~8 games per season.

What your child builds

Love for the game by playing with friends, eating snacks, and high-fiving teammates.

First touches and comfort with the ball.

Listening to a coach. Playing with teammates.

For endless-energy kids, consider the paid add-on: Tiny Tots Skills (4 sessions, $50).

What's next

At age 6, players move into Recreational (Stage 2 below).

Register for Micro Soccer → Tiny Tots Skills add-on
JFC recreational players
Stage 2
2 Rec

Recreational

Ages 6–10 · The longest stage — up to 5 seasons

What it looks like

1 game per week + Saturday games for some ages.

Parent volunteer coaches lead practices and games during the season.

3 clinics led by JFC staff — included in the fee, no extra charge.

Free goalkeeper training.

What your child builds

Real soccer skills — passing, receiving, dribbling.

Game awareness and basic positioning.

A love for the game and their team.

Rec-Plus extends the season

JFC coaches lead Rec-Plus tournament teams.

Players who attend Rec-Plus Training (U8–U10 paid add-on) are eligible for Rec-Plus selection.

Teams are formed based on interest and ability, and carry an extra fee.

Register for Recreational →
After the rec season ↓

Rec-Plus Teams

Selected from players who attend Rec-Plus Training during Stage 2 (Ages 8–10).

Pro-coach training 2× per week. 2–3 local tournaments. Continues after the rec season ends.

✓ Financial support available

Learn more about Rec-Plus →
At age 9, a new choice opens up

Recreational or Competitive?

U9 is the first age at which players can try out for Mississippi Rush Competitive. Some kids continue in recreational; others transition to year-round training and play in travel tournaments via MS Rush.

It's not a one-way door. Tryouts happen every May from U9 through U18.

Stage 3 · Two paths

Recreational vs Competitive

JFC Older Recreational player kneeling on the field under the lights
Rec Ages 11–19 · Up to 9 seasons

Older Recreational

Combined two-year age bands. 9v9 at U12, 11v11 at U13+.
Fall + Spring seasons; 1-2 games per week.
$155 (U11–U14) · $165 (U15–U19).

Best for

Kids who love the game and want to keep playing without the year-round, competitive commitment.

Register for Older Rec →
Mississippi Rush team entering the field
Competitive Ages 9–14 · Tryouts each May

Mississippi Rush Competitive

  • Pro-coach training 2× per week.
  • Optional skills training 1× per week in Fall + Spring.
  • 8–10 tournaments per year; 2–4 require overnight travel.
  • ECNL / ECNL-RL pathways at U13+.
Best for

Kids who want pro coaching, more reps, and a path to higher levels of competitive play.

See Rush tryout info →
Mississippi Rush United
Stage 4
4 Competitive

Mississippi Rush United

Ages 15–19 · High-school years and beyond

What it looks like

Merged competitive program with MS Rush, Rankin Soccer Club, MS Brilla, and players from across the region.

League play, college showcases, regional and national tournaments.

The highest level of youth soccer in Mississippi.

See Rush United tryout info →

Stage 5 · Beyond JFC

What comes after the youth pathway

Adult soccer

JFC routinely offers low pressure, casual adult play at our complex.

Express interest →