Spring Season Kicks Off March 9th
The Spring 2026 season is almost here and we are excited to get players back on the field. Official training begins March 9, starting with a hybrid model. Monday practices will move outdoors while Wednesday and Thursday sessions will remain indoors at SportsZone. After our first tournament weekend, we will shift to full outdoor training beginning March 25.
Before the season starts, all families should mark their calendars for Field Day on March 7. This is the day we set up our fields and facility for the spring season. Every family is expected to have someone present to help prepare the complex. This year we will also be enacting a volunteer fee, with more information to be shared soon.
Spring 2026 will feature a more competitive and condensed schedule. Players can expect strong tournament play, cup competitions, and a full slate of league matches designed to support development at all levels.
Early in the season, our younger teams will compete in the Union FC Invitational.
Event details:
https://www.unionfcindy.org/unionfcindyinvitational
Our U14 and older groups will take part in the Crossroads of America event in April.
Event details:
https://www.academyeventseries.com/event-series/crossroadsmens
Later in April, teams will attend the Red Lion Invitational.
Event details:
https://fcpride.org/events/red-lion-invitational/
As we move into May, the State Cup pathways begin, including Presidents Cup and Challenge Cup preliminary rounds.
Presidents Cup:
https://www.soccerindiana.org/presidents-cup/
Challenge Cup:
https://www.soccerindiana.org/challenge-cup/
Younger age groups will close the season at the Memorial Cup Tournament.
Event details:
https://www.soccerindiana.org/memorial-cup/
This overview provides a sense of what is ahead, but schedules may adjust as the season nears. PlayMetrics is the final source of truth for all team schedules, match times, and updates.
We look forward to a competitive and rewarding spring season with all of our Next 11 Academy families.
