CARL Soccer
Competitive, local play with a focus on growth and teamwork.
The Central Arkansas Recreational League (CARL) gives older players a more structured experience, while still keeping it fun. Teams are gender-specific and play games against other local clubs, offering a true league environment.
More Than a Game—It’s a League of Growth.
Locations
We have several different locations for your convenience. Choose the location when you register, and you will only meet once a week.
- The Ranch
- Riverdale
- The Ranch
- Burns Park
- Maumelle
All players should bring a water bottle and wear athletic clothes. Cleats and guard's are required.
Program Highlights
- Who: Boys & Girls, 3rd Grade through 6th Grade.
- Practices: 1–2 weekday evenings, time/day set by your coach
- Games: Mostly Saturdays, with occasional Sunday games
- League: Games played against other local clubs through CARL
- All coaches are volunteers, supported by Arkansas Rising staff
- Includes: Jersey & player development in a team setting
Cost
- Total cost is $170 which includes an Arkansas Rising full uniform for each child.
- Recreational player fees help cover the costs of the following items: Uniform including jersey, shorts, socks and alternate t-shirt, Registration with Arkansas State Soccer, US Youth Soccer Association, and USSF, secondary injury insurance for your player at games and practices, and program administration.
| Dates | Details | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| July 1st | Registration Opens | |
| Augest 2nd | Registration Closes | |
| August 3rd-9th | Late Registration* | Fees apply |
| August 19th | CARL Coaches Meeting | |
| Week of August 25th | Practice Starts | *schedule set by coach |
| September 6th | First Game | |
| October 25th | Last Game | |
| November 1st | Possible rain out or make up games |