📍 Greenville County / MeSA fields & other locations

What it is: Full-service club offering levels from recreational U6 up to U19 travel / academy / competitive teams.

Highlights: • Strong coaching & skill development • Local, regional & national competition for older age groups • Beautiful tournament facility (MeSA Soccer Complex)

Helpful Hint: If your kid is newer to soccer, start with recreation; higher levels require tryouts & more travel.

📍 Taylors / Greater Greenville area

What it is: Club with multiple levels: recreation, select, and academy from young-ages up through high school.

Highlights: • Option to move from rec to more competitive environments • Balanced competition + growth focus • Clubs that support long-term player development

Helpful Hint: Check travel expectations — select/academy teams will often play games in other towns & on weekends.

📍 Various Greenville neighborhoods / schools / daycares

What they are: Introductory programs for the youngest players (ages usually 1-8), with focus on fun, basic skills, and engaging games.

Highlights: • Great for first-time soccer kids • Low cost / less time commitment • Emphasis on confidence, social skills & having a blast

Helpful Hint: Good place to start to see if your child likes soccer before committing to full league or travel.

📍 Various Fields Across Greenville County

What it is: Fun, 60-minute soccer sessions where kids train with Greenville Triumph players and coaches.
Highlights: 🥅 Skill-building drills, small-sided games, meet-and-greets, and autograph sessions with the team. Kids leave feeling like part of the club!
Age Range: 👧🧒 Typically for ages 6–15 (check event details for specific age groups).Season: 🗓️ Held throughout the year, often during the season or school breaks.
Helpful Hint: 🎟️ Register early — spots fill fast! Bring a water bottle, wear cleats and shin guards, and have your child’s Triumph gear ready for photos.

📍 Parks & recreation centers across Greenville County

What it is: Leagues run by Greenville Rec in partnership with clubs; provides fields, organization, and community access.

Highlights: • Affordable local option • Multiple age divisions • Good for kids who want to play for fun, close to home

Helpful Hint: Look at which field / gym is closest to you; getting in early helps avoid driving far for practices.

📍 Multiple YMCA branches

What it is: Developmental league for kids ages 3-14, two seasons per year (spring & fall).

Highlights: • Practice + game format that meets kids where they are • Emphasis on fun, basic skills, teamwork • Uniform/jersey + end-of-season medal

Helpful Hint: Register early — practices begin in late August for fall, and spots fill up quickly, especially for younger age groups (3-5 yrs).

📍 Located in Mauldin, SC (near Simpsonville)
👧👦 Ages: 4–13

This rec league focuses on fundamentals and teamwork. Perfect for beginners or kids just looking to play without the pressure. The emphasis is on fun, fitness, and learning the game with friends.

✅ Why it rocks:

● Super accessible for new players

● Affordable and local

● Great intro to organized sports