Lafayette Parks and Recreation

Our Tee Ball season opener will be Wednesday, June 4th.  All games are on Wednesdays at either 5:30 PM or 6:30 PM.  The one hour time slot includes 30 minutes for practice and 30 minutes for game. Each player will get a nice team shirt and hat. We have special events each week to help with the family fun.  Typical age of players are typically 4YO to 6YO.

When considering where to play, Lafayette has some benefits:

1. No concessions duties
2. No parent field prep requirements
3. No fundraisers 

Tee Ball is a great tradition here at Lafayette and every kid should get a chance to play.  Financial assistance is available upon request.  If you have any questions, you can call me at 715-225-9912, send me an email to lafayetterecdirect@gmail.com 

Bruce Kyes, Recreation

715-225-9912

Special Team Requests are now only granted on a limited basis.  Many team rosters now filled and have no more room to add players. New registrants will be placed on teams that still have openings.  These include U8 Girls, U8 Co-Ed, and U12/14.   In U6, teams with Rosters over 6 players are closed to special requests.   We still have plenty of room for new players.  

April 9th is Shirt order day. 

Registration is now open for spring soccer. The 2025 Spring soccer opener is planned for Sunday Afternoon April 27th. Remaining games will be played on Saturday mornings between 9AM and Noon.  No play over the Memorial Day Weekend. The closer is June 12.  

U6 Division is for 4-5 YO players. Teams are kept small with 5-6 players. Fields are modified for beginner play. U6 teams practice for 30 minutes and play for 30 minutes during their one hour time slot on  Saturday mornings. Parents coach these teams. Because U6 teams are small, it is important for everybody to make it to the games so teams have enough players. Players need soccer socks, shin guards, and water bottles, Each player should have a #3 soccer ball. Cleated shoes are recommended but running shoes work fine.  

U8 Division (Girls) and (Coed) is for 6-7 YO players.  Each team will have 6-7 players on the roster. Games are played 5x5. All games are on Saturdays during a 1 hour time slot. The U8 teams usually practice 1X per week. Coaches and parents decide which evening to practice. Teams and field sizes are kept small. Games are played 5X5 with goals. Players should come with soccer socks, shin guards, water bottles, and cleated shoes. Each player should have their own #3 soccer ball. B

U10 Division (Girls) and (Coed) is for 8-9 YO players. Each team will have 9-10 players. The games are played 7X7. The field is sized up and and goalies are used.  Typically, U10 practice 2X per week. Coaches and parents agree which nights work best.  Players need their own cleats, soccer socks, water bottles and cleats. A size #4 ball is used.    All games are played Saturdays. 

U12/14 Division is for players 10-13 YO. Each team will have 13 players. The games are played 10x10.  This division plays in a league with Chippewa Falls Youth soccer league. Games are scheduled on Saturdays at either Lafayette or at Casper Field. Practices are 2X a week on nights agreed to by coaches and parents.  Players should come with their own gear. 

Have fun and learn the fundamentals—it’s really pretty simple here at Lafayette. We strive to offer a great place to introduce your child to the fun and exciting world of team sports. Our programs are specially designed to offer all kids a chance to learn and play organized youth sports. Games and practices are set up so players can learn and grow while having a good time with their friends and classmates. Coaching and competition is kept positive so kids are motivated to learn and work together—important assets for all youth as they grow and develop.

Parents can also have fun!  We cover concessions duties so parents can watch, cheer, or coach their kid’s team. You won't find mandatory $100 'concession shift deposits’ or ‘extra $50 non-worker fees’ here. Our concessions are run exclusively by youth where they can get a chance to learn job duties, work commitment, and customer service. So parents, you too can 'recreate' at Lafayette, a great place where you can enjoy coaching and cheering on the kids with friends and neighbors.

No matter which town or community you are from, all are welcome join us at Lafayette Parks & Recreation. Hope to see you on the fields soon!