Club Soccer Costs in Massachusetts: What You Need to Know

The cost of club soccer in Massachusetts varies greatly by club.

With large clubs and paid coaches the 2023 team fees can run in the $800 – $5,500 per year range. It is very important to know what is, and what is not, included in your team fee.

For example, are there additional uniform costs? Does the team buy new uniforms every year or can you expect to use the same uniform for several years? Teams may include a certain number of tournaments in their basic fee.

Additional tournaments can be “incremental” expenses. If the team travels, find out if there are additional costs that you may have to cover. For example, is the team expected to cover the cost of the coach’s travel? If so, what guidelines are in place for this expense? Are there additional skills or conditioning sessions that your player is expected to attend and for which you have to pay?

Several parents in the survey mentioned the cost of shoes. Your player will go thru shoes at the rate of two to four pairs a year at a cost of $100 a pair and up. Fundraising opportunities may be available.

Some clubs will pool the money earned against general team expenses, others will manage sub accounts so that you get the direct benefit of your fundraising efforts. Be sure to understand how your team will manage fundraising.

Clubs or teams may have scholarship money available on a need basis so this can be an option to explore. Payment plans can be important if you want to manage the timing of your expenses. Some clubs offer a discount for families with more than one child playing with the club. If you anticipate other siblings will also pursue competitive soccer then find out if this is an option for you.