Red White Blue Program

We’re excited to officially introduce a brand-new program designed specifically for our youngest players — the Red White & Blue Youth Program for boys and girls born in 2019 and 2020.

Red White Blue Program

This program is 100% focused on player development and helping kids build confidence with the ball in a fun, structured environment. Players will be placed on a Cottleville United team and participate in both a Fall and Spring season.

Program Details:

FALL SEASON (August – October):

1 practice per week
1 game each Friday night
Internal 3v3 league with 8 total games
End-of-season playoff night to celebrate all of the team’s accomplishments

SPRING SEASON (March – May):

1 practice per week
Friday night 3v3 games continue
Optional opportunity to participate in SLYSA league for players ready for added competition

MORE DETAILS

Focused on fun, building confidence, and technical growth
Small-sided games = more touches and more development
Great first introduction to the structure of team play
All sessions & games will be held at Cottleville City Fields
Games will be 3v3 vs. other Cottleville United teams in a real league setting
During the winter teams may play Vetta coached by parents

WHY 3V3

3v3 is widely regarded as the ideal format for introducing young players to the game, and it’s why we’ve made it the foundation of our Red White & Blue Program. According to world soccer associations like The FA, small-sided games like 3v3 offer significantly more touches on the ball, greater involvement in play, and more opportunities for decision-making compared to traditional formats. These elements are critical for developing technical ability, confidence, and creativity at an early age. Formats like 3v3 are more engaging and fun for young children, keeping them active while building essential skills in a less pressured environment. By focusing on 3v3, we’re creating the best possible conditions for our youngest players to fall in love with

the game and grow through purposeful play.

COST

$650 for the Fall & Spring seasons highlighted above (all 20 practices & 16 games)
Not included is an away and home Cottleville United kit (approx $100)
Not included is any outside league (Vetta) that teams choose to participate in during the winter
Not included is Spring SCCYSA/SLYSA league fee if teams choose to participate