Freedom Optimist Soccer offers a recreational soccer league in Eldersburg and Sykesville, MD for boys and girls from age 3 to seniors in high school.
To receive the quickest updates regarding weather related game and practice updates, field status and other information, Like our Facebook page.
For weather and field information, check the Freedom Area Rec Council Facebook page>. On weekdays the message is updated by 4pm, on weekends by 7am.
Have a question? First check out our Frequently Asked Questions page.
Have a question about registration? Check out How To Register for Freedom Optimist Soccer, or contact our registration specialist directly at registrar@freedomoptsoccer.com.
The season runs Sundays, in the morning for younger divisions and in the afternoon for middle-school divisions, from March 15th through May 10th (no games April 5th). The first Sunday will be the single and only team practice, and then games the rest of the season, only on Sundays.
Registration is open through 16 February, 2026 only. No late registrations will be accepted.
Registration fees are $75.00/player.
PLEASE REGISTER EARLY! Team sizes and age grouping will depend on the number of participants. Registration is first come/first serve and some Divisions are fill up fast each year. There will be no wait-lists this year. Once a division fills, it is closed to any additional registrations.
Coaching or Volunteering?
Make sure to read the section “Coaching or Volunteering? Background Check Requirements” on the sidebar and complete your volunteer registration, done via the registration link above, and background check. Registration and background check is required to coach or volunteer.
Please read through each page carefully to ensure that all information is provided accurately. Any sessions cancelled by circumstances beyond our control are non-refundable.
For additional information contact us via the Contact Us page.
What a great Fall 2025 season!
A big thanks to everyone for a wonderful season, including all the coach volunteers, the players, the referees, the parents, and all the other volunteers! Even the weather held up nicely all season!
We will be reaching out to players who have yet to receive their All Star or Senior Game shirt. Coaches who didn’t receive their Coach & Kids picture, or if you may have items in our Lost & Found, should contact us.
Our Shooting Stars Program will return next Spring!For details, dates, and how to register, visit our Shooting Stars page and follow our Shooting Stars Facebook page for updates.
We’re proud that our Shooting Stars program was featured on WBAL-TV! (Click the image to visit WBAL-TV) 
Or for more information, contact us at shootingstars@freedomoptsoccer.com with any questions.