Registration
📅 Dates: July 11– August 9, 2026
📍 Location: Montgomery County, Maryland
⚽ Ages: U-8 – U-15 (Boys & Girls)
🕒 Registration Deadline: June 1st
💳 Entry Fee: $550 – $750 (includes referees)
🏆 Sanctioning: US Youth Soccer
⚽ Overview
The MDSL Summer League returns for its 4th year, providing a 5-week, 8-game season designed to keep players sharp ahead of the fall season.
- Open to competitive-level boys and girls teams (U-8 to U-15)
- Games on Saturdays and Sundays (you can request preferred game days)
- Champion and Finalist medals, Champions’ trophies, and Division MVP awards
- Centralized scheduling via GotSport
- $25 discount per team for clubs registering 4 or more teams (select Check/MO to receive discounted invoice)
💰 Age Groups, Formats & Fees
| Age Group | Birth Year | Format | Max Roster | Entry Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U-8 | 2018 | 7v7 | 18 | $550 |
| U-9 | 2017 | 7v7 | 18 | $550 |
| U-10 | 2016 | 7v7 | 18 | $550 |
| U-11 | 2015 | 9v9 | 20 | $650 |
| U-12 | 2014 | 9v9 | 20 | $650 |
| U-13 | 2013 | 11v11 | 22 | $750 |
| U-14 | 2012 | 11v11 | 22 | $750 |
| U-15 | 2011 | 11v11 | 22 | $750 |
Cost includes all referee fees.
Divisions may be adjusted depending on number of registered teams.
🗓️ Key Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Team Registration Deadline | June 27, 2026 |
| Division Structure Released | June 29, 2026 |
| Master Schedule Released | June 30, 2026 |
| Season Begins | July 11, 2026 |
| Season Ends | August 9, 2026 |
🗓️ Match Schedule
| Week | Dates |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | July 11–12, 2026 |
| Week 2 | July 18–19, 2026 |
| Week 3 | July 25–26, 2026 |
| Week 4 | August 1–3, 2026 |
| Week 5 | August 8–9, 2026 |
Each team will play 8 total games across the 5-week season.
👥 Playing Format & Referees
- No Heading for U-8 through U-11 divisions
- Referee Assignments:
- 1 referee per match for U-8 – U-12
- 3 referees per match for U-13 and up
- Block scheduling and double-coach scheduling preference available to avoid conflicts
🪪 Team Eligibility & Roster Requirements
Teams may use one of the following:
- US Youth Soccer or US Club Soccer rosters
- MDSL Roster (if unaffiliated)
MDSL team waiver and roster forms are required for participation.
🎁 Additional Benefits
MDSL member clubs and teams gain access to:
- Squadra and BowNet partnerships
- Exclusive MDSL discounts and offers
📋 Fees Include
- 8 league matches
- Referee fees
- League administration & setup
- Centralized GotSport scheduling
- Standard rules & procedures
All scheduling (fields & matches) are managed by the MDSL Office.