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Chisholm Youth Soccer

Games & Divisions

The City of Chisholm hosts and organizes Youth Soccer League Games played primarily against Nashwauk/Keewatin. The game/scrimmage schedule will be determined when teams are selected in late March. The league is a co-ed rec league.

The following criteria are based on the grades the child is currently in (2025-2026):

U6 - Children in grades Pre-K & Kindergarten (apx. ages 4-6)

U8 - Children in grades 1 & 2 (apx. ages 6-8)

U10 - Children in grades 3 & 4 (apx. ages 8-10)

U12 - Children in grades 5,6, & 7 (apx. ages 10-12); 7th graders must be 12 & under by 6/15/26 to be eligible

All games are played in Hibbing or Keewatin. Games/scrimmages in Keewatin/Hibbing are on Mondays and Saturdays. Some games may be played in Chisholm. 

All divisions have some games on Saturdays. Schedules may be altered due to scheduling conflicts, rain dates, and make-up games. The schedule will be released in mid-April, exact date TBD. We will post online and send out game schedules once we have those finalized.

The season is expected to go from April 20th (practices begin) to June 6th, 2026.

Practices

Coaches determine the times, days, and location of practices in Chisholm. Coaches will contact parents/guardians and share information about practice start dates, where they will take place, times, etc. Practices will start as soon as field conditions allow, and typically (at minimum) a week before the first game. Participants should bring all equipment with them to practices and games. Expect to download the  TeamReach app  on your mobile device for all team communication. 

Equipment

Players must have the following to participate: 

  • Soccer cleats (for U8 and up)
  • Shin guards w/ long socks to cover
  • Water bottle (filled)
  • Glasses strap (if eyeglasses are worn)
  • Suggestion of hat and/or sunscreen on sunny days
  • Players must wear jersey provided on game days
  • Players cannot wear jewelry in practices or games.

Team Coaches

Teams are coached by adult volunteers. Please contact the Chisholm Parks and Recreation office at 218-254-7909 if interested in coaching. All coaches are required to complete and pass a criminal background check and complete training. Registration fees returned if the league does not recruit enough coaches.

Training for Coaches & Parents

Much emphasis has been placed on concussion awareness and training. This LINK is a short training session for concussion awareness. Coaches must view this training video before coaching (every 3 years) and return the completion certificate to the Parks & Rec Department. It is strongly advised that all parents take this 20-minute training. 

AYSA Training Option #2 is also required of all coaches. 

Scholarships

The City of Chisholm offers scholarships for families who may need financial help to cover league fees. The City of Chisholm makes every effort to provide access to all city youth programming. See scholarship guidelines and application below for more information.

Registration 

Registration closes Sunday, March 22nd at Midnight 

Please register online. The parent/guardians are required to set up an account to register their child. If you have any trouble with online registration, please contact 218-254-7909 for assistance. Once your account is set up, you'll be able to easily register each year for sports and other recreation activities at the City of Chisholm.

(The City of Chisholm has eliminated paper registration.)

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS ↓

Scholarship Guidelines and Application complete fillable PDF, email or print & return to City Hall, attn Parks & Rec
Volunteer Packet documents must be completed by all volunteer coaches