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5v5 League Des Moines, IA

June 18 - August 6, 2025
Norwalk, Iowa
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Good afternoon,

Last night we had a good test run with our league and we are looking forward to making some necessary changes and looking forward to having a big time this summer on Wednesday nights! Maybe the music was to loud or maybe not. :-)

The registration will remain open until Sunday afternoon as we have already had a few to join and we gladly welcome anyone other teams or organizations that would like to join. Please share with your soccer friends and families. Register here: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/244356/5v5-league-des-moines-ia


The schedule for the remainder of the league will be posted Sunday evening or Monday morning. From this point on all information like the schedule can be found at this link:https://soccer.exposureevents.com/244356/5v5-league-des-moines-ia


All league updates, contest, and announcements can be found here on are facebook event or page: https://www.facebook.com/share/15ap8ezevV/ & https://www.facebook.com/apexsocceracademy/


5v5 SUMMER TOURNAMENT FAMILY DISCOUNTS

For teams playing in our 5v5 SUMMER LEAGUE we'd gladly like to offer a discount on the two tournaments being offered this summer.

CHECKOUT MORE ABOUT 5V5 SOCCER
Parents, This Is Your Moment – Build Your Dream Team!
CLICK HERE

SUMMER TOURNAMENT - DISCOUNTED PRICES

Registration fee for the June 28th tournament has already hit the late registration price of $450. If you are planning to attend there is still time this week and weekend to get registered. To get your discounted registration price of $300 just simply pick the pay later option and an invoice will then be sent.

Steps:
1. Find 5 to 10 players. *players can be co-ed or even a combination of multiple age groups.
2. Register the team.
3. Pick pay later option.
4. Send email to Kris@5v5soccer.com with name of team and subject line "summer family discount".
5. An invoice with discounted price will be sent to your inbox.
6. Pay the fee and you are set for some 5v5 fun!

We have teams already registered from all over the state of Iowa as well as SD, NE, MI.
PLEASE COME JOIN US FOR SOME SOCCER ACTION AND HELP OUT A GREAT ORGANIZATION HERE IN CENTRAL IOWA!

We are extremely happy to partner with @cishelter for our summer events!
Gate Fee:
There will be a donation of $5 or 2 canned goods per person for our summer events. Donations will go to Central Iowa Shelter & Services.

We have an upcoming 1st Annual 5v5 Soccer Tournament at Cownie Soccer Complex on June 28st.
REGISTER NOW!
Teams can be formed by coaches, managers, or parents. This is a great way for them to keep sharp and active over the summer.

When: June 28
Where: Cownie Soccer Complex
Format: 4+gk = 5v5 Soccer
Roster: Max 10
Games: 4 Minimum
National Qualifier: 1st-3rd placed teams qualify for Nov 30-De 1 Tampa, FL National Championship
More Info + Register
LINK: https://soccer.exposureevents.com/235714/5v5-des-moines-ia
Facebook Event Link: https://www.facebook.com/share/196xmBY562/
LIKE, SHARE AND INVITE YOUR FRIENDS!

Tournament Sponsor: Andria Lang, Realtor
If you or your organization is interested in becoming a sponsor please reach out to Kris Ray at Kris@apexsocceracademy.com.

JUNE - 28th at Cownie Complex

https://www.facebook.com/share/1ACaqyKk9Z/

JULY - 26th at Norwalk - McAninch Sports Complex

https://www.facebook.com/share/1ARgFDjTBA/

Any questions? Reach out to kris@apexsocceracademy.com or kris@5v5soccer.com.

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6/19/2025 2:18 PM

WE ARE GOING TO LET THIS LAST WAVE OF RAN PAST BEFORE WE GET STARTED.

WE WILL START AT 645. EVERYTHING HAS BEEN MOVED BACK 15 MINUTES.

6/18/2025 7:20 PM

THE LEAGUE IS HELD ON TURF AND IS ON AS SCHEDULED.

6/18/2025 6:15 PM

Good afternoon,

There have been a couple of schedule changes in the 2014-15 & 2010-2011 B divisions. Please just make a note of them. Should not really change a whole lot in the time that you will be at the complex. For those that did loose a 12 mintue match we will try to make up the time later in the season.

Also the B5 from 2012/13 B team is going to be unable to attend this evening. If any of the teams from 2014/13/14/15 G, 2014/15 B, or 2010/11 would like to get some extra touches and fill that slot for this evening that would be great. Just send me a quick text to which B5 slots you'd like to fill. 4232405737

SCHEDULE
RULES

3. Equipment: Shin guards must be worn at all times. Players may wear a cast on the hand, wrist, forearm, elbow, upper arm or shoulder if it is covered and padded with a closed-cell, slow-recovery foam padding no less than ½-inch thick. The covering must be approved by the referee OR the Tournament Director. Tournament Director has final say on approval. Jewelry is not to be worn at any time during play. All field players must wear the same color shirt (numbers are NOT required). If two teams have similar colored shirts, the HOME team must change to a different color. Goalkeepers must wear a shirt of a different color from both teams.
4. Home VS Away/Visitor: The Home team will be the team listed first on the schedule.

THERE WILL ALSO BE A SET OF COLORED PENNIES PLACED AT EACH FIELD.

6/18/2025 3:46 PM

Good morning,

This email is only going out to those in the adult divisions. If any of you are interested in coming early and helping ref the youth matches you are more than welcome to help. The pay is $14 per match.

REFS NEEDED FOR 5V5 LEAGUE AND TOURNAMENTS:
https://forms.gle/fazdCRk7LoZx7i74A
Close to $30 per hour.
Questions: Kris Ray
Kris@apexsocceracademy.com or 423-240-5737


Kris Ray
Technical Director
Apex Soccer Academy & Norwalk Soccer Club
kris@apexsocceracademy.com
423-240-5737
www.apexsocceracademy.com
www.norwalksoccerclub.com 
“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” ―Winston S. Churchill

6/18/2025 11:47 AM

PLEASE SHARE WITH MEMBERS OF YOUR TEAM!

SCHEDULE FOR JUNE 18TH:
CLICK HERE
SCHEDULE FOR JUNE 28TH TO AUGUST 6TH: CLICK HERE

UPDATES!
FOLLOW US ON OUR FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE FOR EVERYTHING
SUMMER 5V5 LEAGUE: CLICK HERE

IMPORTANT DATES
The full summer league schedule will be released on or before Sunday, June 22nd.
CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *On June 18th teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches vs full 24 minute matches. Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions for the league based on their level of play.
5V5 SUMMER TOURNAMENTS - DISCOUNTED PRICES
Registration fee for the June 28th tournament has already hit the late registration price. If you are planning to attend there is still time this week to get registered. To get the regular registration price just simply pick the pay later option and an invoice will then be sent.
We have teams already registered from all over the state of Iowa as well as SD, NE, MI. PLEASE COME JOIN US!

CHECKOUT MORE ABOUT 5V5 SOCCER
Parents, This Is Your Moment – Build Your Dream Team!
CLICK HERE

JUNE - 28th at Cownie Complex

https://www.facebook.com/share/1AgTomq7eE/

JULY - 26th at Norwalk - McAninch Sports Complex

https://www.facebook.com/share/16VNgfJYy8/

Any questions? Reach out to kris@apexsocceracademy.com

Kris Ray
Technical Director
Apex Soccer Academy & Norwalk Soccer Club
kris@apexsocceracademy.com
423-240-5737
www.apexsocceracademy.com
www.norwalksoccerclub.com
“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” ―Winston S. Churchill

6/17/2025 10:01 PM

Good evening,

REGISTRATION OPEN
Registration is still open and we still have some teams signning up this evening. Please let anyone that may have an interest that they still have time to register.
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 18TH SCHEDULE
The schedule for this coming Wednesday, June 18th will be coming your way tomorrow.
IMPORTANT DATES
Registration will remain open until midnight Friday, June 13th.
We will post a Welcome Note on the Monday, June 16th.
A schedule for the first night of play will be posted and sent on Tuesday, June 17th.
The full summer league schedule will be released on or before Sunday, June 22nd.
CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *On June 18th teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches vs full 24 minute matches. Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions for the league based on their level of play.
Times:
6:30 PM to 10:45 PM
7U to 15U played between 6:30 to 9:30
16U to Adult played between 7:00 to 10:45

SUMMER TOURNAMENTS - DISCOUNTED PRICES
Registration fee for the June 28th tournament has already hit the late registration price. If you are planning to attend there is still time this week to get registered. To get the regular registration price just simply pick the pay later option and a invoice will then be sent.
We have team already register from all over the state of Iowa as well as SD, NE, MI. PLEASE COME JOIN US!

CHECKOUT MORE ABOUT 5V5 SOCCER

Parents, This Is Your Moment – Build Your Dream Team!
CLICK HERE

JUNE - 28th at Cownie Complex

https://soccer.exposureevents.com/235714/5v5-des-moines-ia

JULY - 26th at Norwalk - McAninch Sports Complex

https://soccer.exposureevents.com/235715/5v5-des-moines-ia

Any questions? Reach out to kris@apexsocceracademy.com



Kris Ray
Technical Director
Apex Soccer Academy & Norwalk Soccer Club
kris@apexsocceracademy.com
423-240-5737
www.apexsocceracademy.com
www.norwalksoccerclub.com
“To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.” ―Winston S. Churchill

6/16/2025 7:18 PM

Good afternoon,

The registration link will remain open all weekend for all those last minute people. The late registration price has been taken down. If you know of some others that are interested in putting in a team please share the information with them. Still looking for a couple of 2008 to 2011 Boys, 2017 & 2016 Boys or Girls, and 2011 to 2013 Girls teams.

Have a great weekend and I will be in touch on Monday with a schedule for this coming Wednesday.

Please share the player waiver link with all of your team members.

IMPORTANT DOCS:
Click here: Rules and other Important documents
Team Roster/Waiver: Print and bring to check-in on June 18th
Player Waiver: Please complete one per player online ( Send to all parents to sign!)

IMPORTANT DATES:
Registration will remain open until midnight Friday, June 13th.
We will post a Welcome Note on the Monday, June 16th.
A schedule for the first night of play will be posted and sent on Monday, June 16th.
The full summer league schedule will be released on or before Sunday, June 22nd.

CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *On June 18th teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches vs full 24 minute matches. Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions for the league based on their level of play.

Times:

6:30 PM to 10:45 PM

7U to 15U played between 6:30 to 9:30

16U to Adult played between 7:00 to 10:45

6/13/2025 4:34 PM

5V5 OPEN FIELD - JUNE 11TH - 5:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Greg Young Sports Complex
1951 E 18th St, Norwalk, IA 50211
We have space available tomorrow evening at the complex to set up at least six 5v5 soccer fields. You are most welcome to bring your team, or part of your team, to use the space. There will be no set schedule, but we welcome you to come and use the space as you wish. Players are welcome even if their whole team or coach is unavailable. It's an open field for everyone, and I can help arrange matches and friendlies if needed. Please share this information with your teams and families.

6/10/2025 3:06 PM

Good afternoon,

5V5 OPEN FIELD - JUNE 11TH
We have space available tomorrow evening at the complex to set up at least six 5v5 soccer fields. You are most welcome to bring your team, or part of your team, to use the space. There will be no set schedule, but we welcome you to come and use the space as you wish. Players are welcome even if their whole team or coach is unavailable. It's an open field for everyone, and I can help arrange matches and friendlies if needed. Please share this information with your teams and families.

PLAYER WAIVERS
We have an online system for players to sign waivers. Please have everyone complete this before coming tomorrow or next Wednesday, June 18th.
All player waivers must be completed online; please complete one per player. (Please send this request to all parents for completion!)

SUMMER 5V5 TOURNAMENTS
Please remember that we are also offering fun 5v5 tournaments this summer! Register early for savings!

Join us for our Des Moines Summer 5v5 Soccer Tournament Series!

June 28th - Cownie Soccer Park
2600 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320


FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YRp3YWdS5/


July 26th - Mcaninch Sports Complex
200 Wright Rd, Norwalk, IA 50211


FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/share/19RwddzgD1/


Tournament Series Event Page & Registration: https://www.apexsocceracademy.com/events & 5v5soccer.com

IMPORTANT 5V5 LEAGUE INFORMATION

IMPORTANT DOCS:
Click here: Rules and other Important documents
Team Roster/Waiver: Print and bring to check-in on June 18th
Player Waiver: All player waivers must be completed online; please complete one per player. (Please send this request to all parents for completion!)

IMPORTANT DATES:
Registration will remain open until midnight Friday, June 13th.
We will post a Welcome Note on the Monday, June 16th.
A schedule for the first night of play will be posted and sent on Monday, June 16th.
The full summer league schedule will be released on or before Sunday, June 22nd.

CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *On June 18th teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches vs full 24 minute matches. Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions for the league based on their level of play.

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6/10/2025 2:45 PM

IMPORTANT DATES:
Registration will remain open until midnight Friday, June 13th.
●We will post a Welcome Note on the Monday, June 16th.
●A schedule for the first night of play will be posted and sent on Monday, June 16th.
The full summer league schedule will be released on or before Sunday, June 22nd.
CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *On June 18th teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches vs full 24 minute matches. Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions for the league based on their level of play.
Times:
6:30 PM to 10:45 PM
7U to 15U played between 6:30 to 9:30
16U to Adult played between 7:00 to 10:45

Payment:
If you have not paid the registration fee you will have up unitl June 13th at midnight to do so.

Stay up to date on social:

FB Event Page & All Things 2025 Summer League *Please follow and like to keep up with all updates.

PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR SOCCER FRIENDS AND FAMILIES!

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6/1/2025 1:30 PM

Description

Games will be held every Wednesday evening from 6:30 PM to approximately 10:45 PM. To register your team, click “Registration” at the top of the page or select your team's Birth Year and Gender at the bottom. All teams will play in a 5v5 format (4 field players + 1 goalkeeper) with an 12 to 16 game guarantee. Multiple game per night for each team. Full event details can be found in the “General Information” section below.

  • Tournament
  • All teams
  • Boys & Girls
  • Adult: Men & Women
  • Ability: Elite/Competitive/Developmental
  • $300.00-$475.00 entry fee
  • 12 game guarantee

Location

Gregg Young Sports Campus Map
Gregg Young Sports Campus
1951 E 18th St
Norwalk, IA, 50211
Directions

Contact

Kris Ray
423-240-5737

Social

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General Information

REGISTRATION
• Register now, pay later. Anyone can register the team. Please select your teams birth year (based on oldest player) from the list below and create a “coaches account”. 
• Having trouble? View the “How To” video here.
• Register now and add your players later. Haven't finalized your roster yet? That's OK, with 5v5 you can register your team and add players up until check-in. 

DEADLINES AND PRICING
IMPORTANT DATES
Registration will remain open until midnight Friday, June 13th
We will post a Welcome Note on the Monday, June 16th.
A schedule for the first night of play will be posted and sent on Monday, June 16th.
CREATING BALANCED DIVISIONS - JUNE 18TH
The first scheduled night of league play will be used to create divisions and a schedule for the remaining summer league. *Teams will play 4 to 6 12 minutes matches.  Scores will be recorded and teams will then be placed in divisions based on thier level of play. 
Weekly Times:
6:30 PM to 10:45 PM
U7 to U15 played between 6:30 to 9:30
U16 to Adult played between 7:30 to 10:45
• Late Registration: Teams will be accepted on an as-needed basis, see divisions below for availability.
• 5v5  Youth & Adult Rec Cost: $300 early, $350 regular 
• 5v5 Adult Competetive Cost: (CASH PRIZES FOR WINNERS): $375 early, $425 regular 


LEAGUE & GAME FORMAT
• Roster: Max of 10.
• 12 minute halves, 1 minute half time.
• Ball Size: We will play with the same ball size you use in the regular season unless playing “up”.
• Goals: 6x12 feet Bownet goals (facility dependent).
• Field Size: 30 yards wide by 40 yards long (facility dependent).
• 12-game guarantee. Multiple game played per night!
• Format: 4+GK.
• 5v5 Open to all teams: from teams with players born in 2018 through Adults.
• When we go to create divisions, teams will be combined +/- 1 year and similar ability level.
• This is a non-sanctioned event so it's open to all teams, regardless of player carding orginization.
• 5v5 National Championship: Join us in Central Florida, top teams from tournaments will qualify for the 2025 5v5 Nationals. Click here for more details!  

REQUIREMENTS
• All player waivers must be completed online.  Please complete one per player online ( Send to all parents to sign!)
• Team Roster/Waivers: Please complete one per team and bring it to check-in
• Check-in: Please complete one per player online ( Send to all parents to sign!)

Players will need proof of age in the form of player cards, birth certificates, team rosters, passports, or school IDs. 

FAQ/Timeline 
• 5v5 Soccer FAQ
• Champions will receive 1st Place 5v5 Soccer Medals
• Teams finishing 1st, 2nd, and 3rd qualify for the 5v5 Soccer National Championship Tournament.
• Teams can register freely up through the Registration Deadline.
• One week before the first game we will send an event welcome notice with next steps.
• Official team lists & Initial Schedules will be released one week before the first game.
• All schedules will be finalized on Friday the week before the first game.
• 5v5 Rules: Click here for the official 5v5 rules.

5v5 Soccer Tournaments
• SAVE $250 | 5 PACK Multi-Tournament/Team Discount: Are you entering 5+ Tournaments or teams? A VIP Multi-Tournament Discount of $50 per event is available. Reach out to Event Contact for more details.

Join us for our Des Moines Summer 5v5 Soccer Tournament Series!

June 28th - Cownie Soccer Park

2600 Hartford Ave, Des Moines, IA 50320

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/share/1YRp3YWdS5/ 

July 26th -  Mcaninch Sports Complex
200 Wright Rd, Norwalk, IA 50211

FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE: https://www.facebook.com/share/19RwddzgD1/

Tournament Series Event Page & Registration: https://www.apexsocceracademy.com/events & 5v5soccer.com

Registration

Register

Registration is currently open for the following divisions:

To make a payment please visit the payments section of the event.


All event related questions should be directed to Kris Ray at kris@apexsocceracademy.com or call 423-240-5737.