Spirit Sports
Spirit Sports
Kids Recreation
Learning sports, making friends, building confidence and character, and discovering who God created you to be.
Soccer Registration Opens June 1st
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Welcome to Spirit Sports
SPIRIT is Mount Zion's kids sports ministry. We run soccer, flag football, basketball, cheer, and t-ball throughout the school year. The whole point is teaching kids the game and letting them play, not ranking teams or stressing about wins.
Every kid plays. Coaches focus on encouragement over competition. Parents cheer for all the kids, not just their own. And at the end of the season, everyone gets a trophy because they showed up and tried something. We believe God gave every child unique abilities, and our job is to help them discover those in a supportive environment. You don't have to be a member of Mount Zion to join.
We welcome families from all over the community who want a different kind of sports experience for their kids.
Four Seasons of Sports
We run four different sports seasons throughout the school year. This allows for your child can try something new or stick with what they love. Each season runs for several weeks with practices and games built into your family's schedule.
Fall Soccer
Learn dribbling, passing, and teamwork on the field. Great for kids who love to run and want to try a fast-paced team sport.
What your child will experience
Practices come first
Your child will have about four practices before games start. That's where they learn the basics: how to dribble, how to catch, how to run the bases, whatever the sport is. Practices happen on weeknights and Saturday mornings. You pick what works for your schedule when you register.
Then games start on the same schedule
After those first practices, games begin. They're on the same days you already picked: one weeknight and Saturday mornings. We try to stick to your preferred weeknight, but we can't promise every single game will land there.
No benchwarmers, no scoreboards
Your child will rotate through different positions. Everyone gets time on the field or court. We don't keep score, so there's no scoreboard pressure and no "losing team" to feel bad about. The whole focus is on learning and trying.
Parents encourage everyone
We ask parents to cheer for all the kids out there, not just their own team. It changes the vibe. Kids notice when the whole crowd is supportive, and it makes the experience better for everyone.
Season ends with a trophy party
We wrap up each season during our Spirit Sunday celebration at church. Every child gets a trophy. Not for being the best, just for being part of the team.
Volunteer with SPIRIT
We need coaches, referees, umpires, and timekeepers to make each season happen. You don't need to know the sport inside and out. Most of our coaches are parents who learn alongside the kids. We provide training and support, and you'll get a registration discount for your child. It's a great way to stay involved and help the league run smoothly.
Support our Mission
Registration fees cover most of our costs, but not all of them. Donations help us keep fees low, provide scholarships for families who need them, and maintain our equipment and facilities.
If SPIRIT has been good for your family and you want to help other kids experience it, we'd appreciate your support.
Connect beyond SPIRIT
SPIRIT is part of Mount Zion's kids ministry. We also have programs on Wednesdays and Sundays for kids. If you want to see what else we offer, check out MZ Kids.
FAQ
Have questions? We have the answers!
SPIRIT is a non-competitive teaching league. We focus on our God given abilities and help the children learn skills in a fun environment. We do not keep score. Parents are asked to encourage all children regardless of whose team they are on. Applause is a great motivator to make children feel good about performing and want to do well.
Spirit offers 5 sports throughout the year:
Early Fall - SOCCER - 3-8 year olds, co-ed, 3 age divisions: 3, 4/5, and 6/7/8
Late Fall - FLAG FOOTBALL - 7-10 year olds, co-ed, 1 age division
Winter - BASKETBALL & CHEER - Basketball is co-ed, 2 age divisions 4/5 and 6/7/8
Cheer is co-ed, 1 age division
Spring - T-BALL - 4-8 year olds, co-ed, 2 age divisions, 4/5 and 6/7/8
The cost is $99 per child per season. The cost covers your child’s trophy and the cost of maintaining and replacing shared equipment, fields, the basketball court, and providing umpires and referees.
**Take advantage of our Early Bird Specials and pay only $79 for the first two weeks of registration. Additional discounts for parents or grandparents who volunteer to coach!
Yes! $5 off for each additional child per family. $10 off for each child if one parent coaches a team!
All games and practices are on site at Mount Zion. Our T-Ball, Soccer, and Flag Football fields are located at the lower end of the parking lot. Our gymnasium is located in the back of the church.
For all sports offered, there are usually 6 – 10 kids per team and all teams are co-ed. Team numbers are determined by registrations and desired practice nights.
The number of games and practices each season depends on many factors including weather, coaches' availability, church events, holidays, and other extenuating circumstances. Each season is unique.
Picture Day occurs each season and is typically on a Saturday before games start. Brittany Crow Photography takes care of our team and individual pictures. She is great with children and super fast returning your order! Usually you will receive your order before or at the first game. There is typically an optional practice time (determined by each team's coach) after your team's picture time.
You will need to order your child's uniform from Scotteez. The link to the uniform package is https://scotteez-ga.printavo.com/merch/mount-zion-spirit/. The basic uniform package is $36.00. The uniforms will be brought to the Spirit fields and distributed before Picture Day. You can also purchase matching Spiritwear for yourself and customize your child's jersey!
You need two uniform shirts because one is for when your child is the "home team" and one for when he or she is the "away team". Watch your game schedule to see this notation. Depending on how you are looking at the schedule, it will either show "Away Team @ Home Team" or a house icon next to the Home Team's name.
Blue Jersey = Home Team
Yellow Jersey = Away Team
Your child will need a size 3/4 soccer ball with his/her name on it (this is recommended but not required), shin guards, and tennis shoes or cleats (cleats are recommended for age 6 and up). Be sure you've purchased your child's SPIRIT uniform from our uniform provider!
Your child will need a mouth piece (an inexpensive one is sufficient) and cleats are recommended. Be sure you've purchased your child's SPIRIT uniform from our uniform provider!
A junior size basketball with the child’s name on it is recommended but not required and tennis shoes. Be sure you have your SPIRIT uniform too! You can purchase a matching basketball jersey too at our uniform provider.
Your child needs a Glove, Cleats or Tennis shoes (Cleats are recommended), and a helmet with name clearly marked on the outside (face guard not required). Be sure you have your child's SPIRIT uniform from our uniform provider! You can also purchase baseball pants for T-Ball season.
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