Who is Eastside FC?
Eastside Football Club (FC) is a local soccer club dedicated to fostering a lifelong passion for the beautiful game of soccer. We provide both inclusive recreation and high-level select programs that serve players of all skill levels. Our goal is to provide all children with a venue to experience and play the game of soccer, embrace and enforce the importance of good sportsmanship, and provide players an opportunity to play in high school and beyond.
What programs does Eastside FC offer, and how can people sign up?
ESFC provides players a chance to play in either the recreation or select program over a season. The typical soccer season dictated by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association and US Youth Soccer runs from September to June, similar to the school calendar. The Select program runs the full school year with tryouts taking place in June (rosters for the '25-26 season are already formed), and the recreation program is broken into four separate sessions - fall, winter 1 and 2, and spring. ESFC also offers skills clinics for our new players and those looking to develop in addition to the recreation and select programs.
What are the differences between recreation and select program?
The ESFC recreation program is for those just starting out learning the game of soccer, for the student-athlete who competes in multiple sports over the school year, or for those looking to have fun with their friends on the field. The recreation program is meant to be an introduction to the game at the youngest ages with a focus on skill development, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Registration for recreation is open to all, and there are no tryouts. Recreation players have the opportunity to play roughly 10 games per session with 1-2 practices each week at local fields.
The select program is structured for the player who has a desire to improve and compete at a high level under the tutelage of our professional coaching staff. Tryouts for the select program are held at the end of the school year for the following season (fall-spring). The typical commitment for an ESFC select player is 2 practices per week, 8-10 games, a tournament each fall and spring, and roughly eight indoor games over the course of the winter months, depending on the level of competition for the age group, there may be additional commitments such as State Cup and other tournaments.
How do I find more information on Eastside FC?
To find more information on ESFC, please visit eastfc.org or email generalmanger@eastfc.org.
"Our goal is to provide all children with a venue to experience and play the game of soccer"