Parks & Recreation

SOCCER CAMP 2025 IS COMING THIS SUMMER! Hosted by Smyth Rec Soccer, this is a great opportunity for students to sharpen their skills, have fun, and make new friends on the field. Camp flyers are available now in your school’s main office. You can register by scanning the QR code on the flyer or by clicking here! Questions or concerns, please email Jeff Smarr at jsmarr@smythcounty.org

2026 Smyth County Recreation Soccer Updates & Info
2026 Smyth County Recreation Soccer sign-ups will remain open through the month of February. Students in grades 1st through 8th, may sign up by following links to online sign-ups or in person at practices. Hard copies of Soccer Sih-up forms may be picked up in the Main Office of your child's school.
SCORE Soccer Registration form

Soccer practice schedules:
Chilhowie Warrior Rec Soccer ( AKA; SRWS) Practices start Tuesday, 2/10/26
Tuesday @ Chilhowie Elementary 1^st-3^rd Grades 6:00 to 7:00p, 4^th-8^th Grades 7:00 to 8:00 pm
Thursday’s @ Chilhowie Christian Church times TBA (5:00 to 7:00)
Saltville/Rich Valley Panther Rec Soccer ( SRPS ) Practices start Monday, 2/9/26
Mondays & Wednesdays @ Saltville Elementary School @ 6:00pm

Youth Activity Registration Form

Online Payment Portal

Smyth County Recreation Sportsmanship Policy for Parents and Spectators

Creating a Positive Play Environment: At our league, we take pride in fostering a positive and encouraging environment for young athletes to learn, develop skills, and most importantly, have fun. This environment relies on good sportsmanship from not only our players, but also from the parents and spectators who come to cheer them on.

Expectations for a Positive Experience:

• Focus on Encouragement: We ask that you use positive language to cheer on your child and their team. Focus on effort, improvement, and teamwork, rather than wins or losses.
• Respect the Officials: Officials are here to ensure a fair game for all. Disagreements are part of the game, but please voice them calmly and
respectfully to coaches or league officials, not in front of players or referees.
• Leave the Coaching to the Coaches: While enthusiastic support is encouraged, please refrain from offering unsolicited coaching advice or critiques from the sidelines. This can be confusing for players and undermine team efforts.
• Be a Gracious Winner and Loser: Celebrate victories with enthusiasm but remember to be humble. In defeat, teach your child to accept the outcome with dignity and learn from the experience.
• Zero Tolerance for Abusive Behavior: There will be no tolerance for yelling, insults, or abusive language directed towards players, coaches, officials, or other spectators. This creates a hostile environment and detracts from the enjoyment of the game for everyone. Consequences of Unsportsmanlike Conduct: We understand that emotions can run high during games. However, persistent unsportsmanlike behavior from parents or spectators will not be tolerated.

This may include:
• Verbal warnings: A league representative will approach the spectator and remind them of the sportsmanship policy.
• Removal from the game: If the behavior continues, the spectator may be required to leave the field for the remainder of the game.
• Potential future game suspensions: In cases of severe or repeated violations, spectators may be suspended from attending future games.

Working Together for a Positive Experience: By working together, we can create a positive and supportive environment where young athletes can learn valuable life lessons and develop a love for sports. We appreciate your cooperation in making our league a fun and rewarding experience for all.