Correction Notice: This edition of the Bavarian United Newsletter has been updated with the correct dates for the spring opening of the concession stand and the Friday Night Lights event. Thank you for your understanding!

Spring Clean-Up Day at Bavarian United!

Saturday, April 11 from 11am-3pm

Let’s spruce up the soccer complex! With many hands, the work will fly by.

Tasks:

• Tear down wooden bleachers on Stadium
• Hang banners
• Rake and remove leaves on Field 4, Ramon, and Academy Fields
• Clean Stadium area, concessions, bleachers, and fence lines
• Move garbage cans behind concessions

Bring rakes, brooms, shovels, tarps, gloves, leaf blowers (label your gear!). Trash and leaf bags provided.

The more volunteers, the faster and more fun it is.

Sign up, then check in at the concession stand on Stadium when you arrive. Volunteer refunds (club dues reimbursements) will be issued in July.

Let’s keep our soccer complex looking its best!

MLS Next ID Clinic

April 11

MLS Next ID Clinics are 90-minute training sessions led by Bavarian United SC’s MLS Next staff, designed to evaluate players for placement and interest in the 2026-2027 competitive season. Players should arrive ready to train with cleats, shin guards, and water.

Bavarian United Home Locker Room Remodel

A big shout-out to Tom Zaiss and Keeper Goals or transforming our home locker room. Tom removed the old wooden benches and storage boxes and added a fresh coat of paint, while Keeper Goals installed brand-new benches. Everything looks outstanding!

Concessions

Opens on Friday, April 17

The concession stand on Stadium opens for the season alongside our Rec Friday Night Lights games at the Bavarian United Soccer Complex. Join us on Friday, April 17 from 4:30-8:30pm as U6-U8 teams take the field for this exciting, twice-a-year event.

Come out and enjoy the atmosphere and grab beverages, snacks, and pretzels while cheering on the players. Be sure to spread the word and stop by!

All proceeds from concessions go directly back into improving the soccer club, so every purchase makes a difference.

The complex will be buzzing so plan ahead, come hungry, and have fun!

Bavarian United Annual General Meeting (AGM)

April 29 at 7pm

All club members are invited to the Bavarian United Annual General Meeting (AGM). The meeting will be held at the Bavarian Bierhaus in the Bierstube room. Bierstube is located in the lower level of the building and can be accessed from the east side of the building, across from the tall digital sign, next to the mailboxes.

2026-2027 Open House/Tryouts

Registration Open May 1, 2026

Join us for our Academy Open House, Premier Tryouts, and National Tryouts (MLS Next Homegrown Division and MLS Next Academy Division). Registration opens May 1, 2026.

Beginning Fall 2026, Bavarian United will adopt grade-year rostering for all teams. Please review the age matrix below to determine the appropriate open house/tryout group.

Open House Offer Dates (schedule coming soon)

• U8-U10 Academy: Offers released June 5, 2026 after 12pm

Tryout Offer Dates (schedule coming soon)

• U13-U19 National: Offers released June 5, 2026 after 12pm
• U11–U14 Premier Girls and Boys: Offers released June 12, 2026 after 12pm
• U15–U19 Premier Boys: Offers released June 19, 2026 after 12pm
• U15–U19 Premier Girls: Offers released June 26, 2026 after 12pm

Location

Bavarian United Soccer Complex, 700 W Lexington Blvd, Glendale, WI

Important Information

• All players must register for the Academy Open House (free) or Premier/National Tryouts ($25) to be considered for placement on a team.
• Team placement may include: Youth Academy, State League, Southeast Classic League (SECL), MLS Next Homegrown Division, or MLS Next Academy Division.
• If you experience any issues with registration, please contact us for assistance at info@bavarianunited.com.

Recreational Soccer 2026-2027

Registration Opens May 1, 2026

Thank you for being part of Bavarian United’s highly successful Recreational Soccer Program! Our mission is to foster a lifelong love of the game while creating opportunities for player development and growth.

We invite you to join us again for the upcoming season. Register early to secure your spot and keep your team together!

Register by July 1 to:

• Return to your same team (if desired)
• Avoid a $20 late fee (starting July 1)
• Help us release training and game schedules earlier

For more information about our Recreational Soccer Program, please visit our website.

Bavarian United ACL Injury Prevention Program

About ACL Injuries

ACL injuries can be devastating for young athletes, often requiring surgery and long rehab, with reduced mobility, less sports participation, and higher risks of reinjury and long-term osteoarthritis.

Injury rates are rising in youth sports, with girls’ soccer carrying the highest risk (about 1.1% per year vs. 0.3% for boys). Female athletes experience roughly 3.5 times more ACL injuries, likely due to neuromuscular and anatomical factors like limb alignment, ligament laxity, and muscle imbalances.

The good news: structured injury prevention programs can cut ACL injuries by about 50%, with the greatest benefit seen in girls ages 14–18.

ACL Injury Prevention Program Goals

• Increasing lower body strength
• Activating hip and gluteus muscle
• Correcting hamstring/quadricep imbalance
• Improving neuromuscular control through agility and balance exercises
• Promoting proper landing technique to avoid valgus (“knock-kneed”) position of the knee.

Camps and Clinics

Spring and Summer 2026

First Touch Soccer School

April 10 - May 22

June 8 - July 13

July 20 - August 24

First Touch Soccer School helps young players build confidence, fundamental skills, and a love for the game through fun, development-focused sessions led by highly qualified coaches. Using our play–practice–play philosophy, it’s the perfect introduction to soccer for our youngest athletes. 

Technical Development Clinic

April 8 - May 20

Bavarian United SC’s new Technical Development Program (TDP) is a high-intensity clinic focused on elevating players’ technical ability, confidence on the ball, and game-realistic decision-making. Through detailed, high-repetition training in a competitive environment, TDP challenges motivated players to grow and perform under pressure.

NexGen Player Development Summer Camp

June 15 - 19

August 10 - 14

Bavarian United SC’s 2026 Nex Gen Player Development Summer Camp, in partnership with Nex Gen Performance, offers a high-performance training experience led by former Bavarian standout Nick Anguil-Andriacchi. Designed for committed players, the camp delivers elite supplemental training to help athletes reach their full potential.

Bavarian United SC Summer Camp

June 22 - 26

July 13 - 17

Join us this summer at the Bavarian United Soccer Camp for a fun, skill-building week led by experienced coaches in a supportive environment for all levels. With half-day and full-day options, players will develop fundamentals, build confidence, and enjoy plenty of game play on the pitch.

Bavarian United SC Striker & Keeper Camp

July 6 - 10

August 10 - 14

Take your game to the next level this summer at the Bavarian United Striker / Keeper Camp, featuring specialized training for goal-scorers and goalkeepers alike. Led by experienced coaches, players will sharpen position-specific skills, build confidence, and excel in game-defining moments.

Bavarian United SC Girls Preseason Camp

July 27 - 31

The Bavarian United Girls Pre-Season Camp is a full-day, high-level preseason experience designed exclusively for Academy Program and Premier Program girls, blending on-field training with leadership, teamwork, and personal development. Led by our experienced coaches and guest speakers, the camp prepares players for the season while building confidence, connection, and camaraderie within the girls’ program. 

Team Rehab 

Licensed Athletic Trainer Career Opportunity

Team Rehab is a network of therapist-owned outpatient physical therapy clinics in Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Wisconsin and Georgia.

Partner Job Alert:Team Rehabilitation is hiring Athletic Trainers! Known for high-quality care, excellent patient outcomes, and a supportive, inclusive workplace, Team Rehab is a great place to grow your career.

What’s offered:

• $27–$37/hour
• Competitive pay + monthly bonuses
• Benefits for full- and part-time staff
• 401(k) match, profit sharing
• Generous PTO + mentorship opportunities

Join a team focused on excellent care and continued growth.

Looking Ahead

Additional details on the following programs and events will be shared in upcoming newsletters:

• Upcoming volunteer opportunities include Adult Game Ball Runner and Open House/Tryouts