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Street Soccer by MatchFit
Street soccer has shaped some of the greatest players in the world. From the favelas of Brazil, to the streets of France and Argentina, to the playgrounds we grew up on here — pick-up culture has always been at the heart of player development. But it’s disappearing.
In the U.S., structured coaching has taken over, and true free play is hard to find. Kids don’t have easy access to a place where they can just play, create, compete, and fall in love with the game. We want to change that.
This is our modern way of bringing pick-up back: no coaching, no sidelines, no parent voices. Just kids, a ball, and a time and place every week to play.
The Format
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3v3 or 4v4 matches
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No coaching, no parents cheering
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Teams made by the players themselves (or lightly guided if needed)
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Matches run pickup-style. We let them play.
Why It Matters
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Freedom to Play: Without coaches or pressure, kids get to experiment, express themselves, and problem-solve. This is where creativity lives.
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Competitive Joy: It’s fun, but it’s real. They play to win, to show off, to get better. It’s competitive and chaotic in the best way.
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Minutes on the Ball: Players get constant touches and more meaningful reps in a smaller space with lower numbers than most team training sessions allow.
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Ownership & Leadership: They make the teams, settle fouls, manage the rhythm of the game. It builds accountability.
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Culture Rebuilding: We don’t live in a place where pickup games break out on every block. This is how we bring that energy back.
Street Soccer
15
Sunday, June 8 | 7:00-8:30pm | Join us for 1.5 hours of pure street soccer - no coaching, no pressure, just real play, creativity, and competition.
Street Soccer sessions for 2011–2014 players who are proficient and serious about improving through real, no-pressure play. Invite teammates or friends as long as they can keep the level sharp.
Location: El Divisadero/Berean Parking Lot
Street Soccer
15
Sunday, June 22 | 7:00-8:30pm | Join us for 1.5 hours of pure street soccer - no coaching, no pressure, just real play, creativity, and competition.
