The Mary Munford PTA runs a soccer program in the Fall and Spring seasons in conjunction with the Richmond City Department of Parks and Recreation. Many volunteers are needed to act as coaches, assistant coaches, and team parents! Please look at the information below for more specific information on volunteering. If you have additional questions after reviewing the information below, please visit the Spring 2026 Registration Page or email marymunfordsoccer@gmail.com.
General Information
US soccer youth leagues are shifting from a calendar year age group system to a school year systems, to better align players with their school peers and promoted player retention by keeping friends together. In accordance with these changes, Munford FC is changing our qualifying age groups. Starting Spring season 2026, Munford FC will include 4 groups: kindergarten, 1st grade, 2nd-3rd grade, and 4th-5th grade. We hope that splitting the younger groups will allow for better competition, a smother transition into the older group, and better play retention.
Volunteer coaches:
We are always looking for volunteer coaches. If you coach, one registration fee per team you coach is waived. Please consider helping out the program by volunteering to coach. If you’re interested in coaching, fill out the volunteer coach registration online when you register your child. IF WE DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH COACHES, WE WILL HAVE TO TURN AWAY PLAYERS.
Have Questions?
If you have any questions about the Mary Munford Soccer Program, please visit the Spring 2026 Registration Page or email marymunfordsoccer@gmail.com.
2025-2026 Fees
Age Groups:
Kindergarten and First Grade groups:
Key Rules & Guidelines
- Players: 4v4 (no goalies).
- Ball: Size 3.
- Equipment: Shin guards mandatory; no jewelry.
- Fields: Munford fields A-C
- Game Length: 2 10-minute halves, with short break.
- Coaching: Coaches act as referees and can be on the field.
- Restarts (General):
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Kick-ins (not throw-ins) for sideline out-of-bounds.
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Kick-offs after goals; opponents 4 yards away.
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Fouls: All free kicks are indirect; explain fouls to players; no slide tackles.
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Offside: None, but discourage "cherry picking".
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Scoring: No official scores or standings kept.
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Goal size: small pop-ups for K, 4x6’ for 1st
2nd-3rd grade group:
Key Rules & Guidelines
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Ball: Size 3.
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Players: 7v7 including goalie
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Field: Munford fields 1-4, LHJ away games
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Game Length: Two 22 minute halves, with short break.
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Coaching: Coaches act as referees and can be on the field.
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Heading: Banned; results in an indirect free kick (IFK).
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Offside: Not enforced, discourage cherry picking.
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Goalkeeper: on field, different colored jersey/pinney
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Fouls: Mostly indirect free kicks; no penalty kicks; coaches often explain fouls.
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Restart: Throw-ins (sometimes with an instructional second try), goal kicks, corner kicks.
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Equipment: Shinguards are mandatory.
4th-5th grade group:
Rules determine by City Parks and Recreation, new manual coming out 2026.
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Ball size 4
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Fields: Munford fields 1-4 for practice
Please note the following policies:
Registration is first-come, first-served and each registration is date and time stamped by the online registration system. We create and fill teams based on volunteer coach availability and field space availability. We also attempt to create balanced teams with regards to gender and age.
Players may indicate a practice day preference or a coach preference. Some helpful tips: In arranging carpools, please coordinate with others by selecting the same practice day. If you prefer a particular coach, check with him or her to see if they are coaching this season and on what day.
We cannot guarantee a player a specific coach or practice day but will do our very best to be accommodating. Should a player’s team placement be unsatisfactory, we’ll refund all fees minus the processing fee.
Due to the complexity of building a large number of teams involving several hundred players, we will not make changes to teams.
We encourage coaches, parents, and players to embody and promote the spirit of our recreational soccer program: learn new skills, have fun, and make new friends.
Inclement Weather, Field Closings, and Game Cancellations
Your coach is responsible for reaching out regarding field closings and practice cancellations. Please touch base with your coach regarding their preferred communication method. The Munford league utilizes SportsEngine. Make sure you activate your SportsEngine messaging to get the most up to date information.
**Exact practice days determined by coaching availability**
Equipment
To play for a Munford team, a player will need a red Munford jersey, red socks, black shorts, shin guards, and cleats.
If your child needs a uniform, you may order one when you register your child. This will include a red Munford jersey and a pair of red socks. We do not provide the shorts, shin guards or cleats.