Our website has been updated with information about the Indoor 2026/2027 season. Check out our FAQ page for commonly asked questions. If you have any questions about the upcoming season, please email programs@saintsfc.ca.
Welcome to EMSA Spruce Grove
Home of The Saints
Spruce Grove Soccer Association (EMSA Spruce Grove) is part of the Edmonton Minor Soccer Association (EMSA Main) and is sanctioned by Alberta Soccer (ASA). We are dedicated to providing an accessible, inclusive, and welcoming grassroots soccer environment for all ages and skill levels, including our Premier teams.
Indoor 2026/2027 Registration
Our Indoor 2026-2027 registration will open on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 at 10:00 am.
Please note that the EMSA portal issue with birth years not aligning up with programming or the birth year showing as invalid has been resolved.
New Registration Portal
We launched a new registration portal in August 2025 to provide a simpler and more user-friendly registration experience.
Need help getting started?
Step-by-step instructions available here
Quick start guide available here
📌 Important Registration Information
• Payments can be made by:
- E-transfer: payments@saintsfc.ca
- By phone: Credit card payments by calling 780-962-5111
- In person: Credit/debit card or cash during office hours
Office Hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 2:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursday: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Each family will be charged a $200 volunteer deposit fee. This deposit will be fully reimbursed once a family member completes a 4-hour volunteer shift or serves as a team official.
Thank you for supporting our program and helping our soccer community thrive!
| Age Group | Birth Years | Teams | Programs Offered |
|---|---|---|---|
| U4/U5 | 2023–2022 | Mixed | 🟢 Mini |
| U7 | 2021–2020 | Girls & Boys | 🟢 Mini |
| U9 | 2019–2018 | Girls & Boys | 🔵 In-House ⭐ Premier |
| U11 | 2017–2016 | Girls & Boys | 🟡 Community ⭐ Premier |
| U13 | 2015–2014 | Girls & Boys | 🟡 Community ⭐ Premier |
| U15 | 2013–2012 | Girls & Boys | 🟡 Community ⭐ Premier |
| U17 | 2011–2010 | Girls & Boys | 🟡 Community ⭐ Premier |
| U19 | 2009–2008 | Girls & Boys | 🟡 Community ⭐ Premier |
For more information about the outdoor season, including registration details, please click the links below.
U4/5 Mini Program
Our U4/5 Academy is designed for our youngest players, born in 2022 and 2023. Sessions run once a week on Saturday from 9:00 am – 10:00 am. This program focuses on fun, movement, and a love of the game.
Program runs mid-October to the end of February.
Click here for more information.
U7 Mini Program
Our U7 Academy program is designed for players born in 2020 and 2021. It focuses on learning and developing fundamental skills while fostering a love for the game in a fun, supportive environment.
Sessions run twice a week for one hour with age-appropriate activities that encourage skill development and teamwork. Sessions run on Saturdays from 10:00 am – 11:00 am and on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm.
Program runs mid-October to the end of February.
Click here for more information.
U9 In-House Soccer
Our U9 in-house program is for players born between 2018- 2019. Each week, there is one practice on Saturday and a game on Wednesday. All sessions in Spruce Grove.
Program runs mid-October to the end of February.
Click here for more information.
U11-U19 Community Soccer
Our U11 – U19 community program is for players born in 2016- 2008. Each week, there is one practice and one league game. Games are played in Spruce Grove and the Edmonton area.
Player placement and team-building event takes place in mid-September. Preseason practices begin late September. Game schedules are released on October 9. Season starts October 17 until the end of February. Depending on a team’s performance, they may have postseason commitments in March, city finals or provincials.
Click here for more information.
U9 – U19 Premier Soccer
Our U9 – U19 premier(club) program is for players born in 2019- 2008 who want to challenge themselves. Each week, there are two practices and one league game. Games are played in Spruce Grove and the Edmonton area. Some weeks, teams may play two league games. In addition to practices, players attend technical sessions.
Player evaluations (tryouts) take place in mid-August and early September. Player evaluation schedule found below. Players placed on a premier team will begin preseason practices in September. Game schedules are released on October 2. Season starts October 17 until the end of February. Depending on a team’s performance, they may have postseason commitments in March (provincials).
Click here for more information.
Adult Co-Ed In-House Program
Our adult program is for players born in 2008 or later. We offer two leagues of play. A recreational league for beginning/ intermediate players who want a relaxed game and a competitive league for players who want a more intense game. Games are once a week, Saturday evening at TriLeisure Sports Park.
Click here for more information
If you experience any issues during registration or have questions, please contact us at info@saintsfc.ca. We will respond within 48-72 business hours.
Premier/ Club Player Evaluations (Tryouts)
Get ready to showcase your skills! Our Indoor 2026/ 2027 Player Evaluations begin August 16 and we’re excited to welcome players from U9–U19.
Pre-registration is recommended before attending tryouts. Register here:
https://register.teamsnap.com/form/4pMGhc7BN4mVYO8SaOT1g
Check the schedule for your age group, date, time, and location.
Locations:
• Fuhr Sports Park
• Heatherglen Fields
Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled session to check-in
Players should bring:
Soccer cleats or running shoes
Shin pads
Water bottle
Weather-appropriate training gear
Please note: Tryout sessions on September 1 and 2 begin earlier due to reduced daylight.
We can’t wait to see everyone on the field. Best of luck to all players. We’re looking forward to an exciting indoor season!
If your child cannot attend their scheduled session or if you have any questions, please contact clubboys@saintsfc.ca or clubgirls@saintsfc.ca
| Date | Age Group | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunday, August 16 | U9 Boys & U9 Girls | 6:00–7:00 PM | Fuhr Sports Park |
| U10/ U11 Girls | 7:15–8:30 PM | Fuhr Sports Park | |
| Monday, August 17 | U10 Boys | 6:00–7:00 PM | Fuhr Sports Park |
| U11 Boys | 7:15–8:30 PM | Fuhr Sports Park | |
| Tuesday, August 18 | U9 Boys | 6:00–7:00 PM | Heatherglen Fields |
| U9/ U10/ U11 Girls | 7:15–8:30 PM | Heatherglen Fields | |
| Wednesday, August 19 | U10 Boys | 6:00–7:00 PM | Heatherglen Fields |
| U11 Boys | 7:15–8:30 PM | Heatherglen Fields | |
| Sunday, August 30 | U12/ U13 Boys | 6:00–7:30 PM | Fuhr Sports Park |
| U15/U17/ U19 Boys | 7:30–9:00 PM | Fuhr Sports Park | |
| Monday, August 31 | U12 / U13 Girls | 6:00–7:30 PM | Fuhr Sports Park |
| U15/ U17/U19 Girls | 7:30–9:00 PM | Fuhr Sports Park | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | U13 Boys | 5:45–7:00 PM | Heatherglen Fields |
| U15/U17/ U19 Boys | 7:00–8:30 PM | Heatherglen Fields | |
| Wednesday, September 2 | U12/ U13 Girls | 5:45–7:00 PM | Heatherglen Fields |
| U15/ U17/U19 Girls | 7:00–8:30 PM | Heatherglen Fields |
Grassroots Program Update
Starting this indoor season (2026-27), we are updating the U8-U11 Premier and Community programs to align with the Canada Soccer Grassroots Standards.
In the Premier and Community program, our players will still receive training from our coaches, technical staff, and vendors. Starting this season, our players will be pooled into balanced teams with more emphasis on development than winning. We will aim to have teams by birth year (ex. 2018 & 2019 for U9 age group), unless we need to combine ages together.
For U11 age group only, tiering will be permitted and structured for the age and stage of the participating players. Our focus will be on development. Our goal in doing so is to provide better long term player development for both players and coaches.
Why are we making these updates?
This change is aimed at enriching the players’ experiences by providing a better playing environment. With a focus on improving player development and increasing player retention by providing more options tailored to what the player wants. In the long term, this change brings our club into stronger alignment with Canada Soccer Grassroots Standards.
LONG TERM PLAYER DEVELOPMENT (LTPD) PATHWAY
SGSA follows the long term player development (LTPD) pathway promoted by Canada Soccer.
Click the links below for more information
SQS and Child Welfare
