Hello Dedham Soccer Community!
So, that tricky Groundhog, again, huh?! Ok so the season opener was put on hold due to snow but that’s ok, because we are full steam ahead into Spring, now! The Board and I cannot wait to get out there and share what we have planned. Read on to learn more!
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SAVE THE DATE!! Nobles Town Picnic: Join us Sunday, June 8 th for our annual soccer celebration for town soccer teams and their families! More Details to come!
In Case You Missed It (ICYMI)!
Spring Break Soccer Camp with Nike starts next week!!
Still need plans for spring break week? Sharpen those skills with a 3-day soccer campNike Soccer Camp – Dedham, MA | April 2025
We’re excited to announce the launch of the Nike Soccer Camp in Dedham this April! This camp offers players in grades 2 through 8 the chance to develop technical, tactical, and mental skills in a structured, high-level training
environment—recommended by Dedham Boys HS Varsity Coach Sal Ledda.
About Next Step Training
Led by Camp Directors Nicholas Woodruff and MLS Champion Luis Silva, Next Step Training delivers elite-level coaching for players across New England.
- Player-first approach
- Structured curriculum
- Club-neutral philosophy
Our mission is to help players reach their full potential through expert coaching, game-specific training, and competitive development.
Camp Highlights
- Professional coaching staff
- Unique, structured curriculum focused on skill development
- Elite technical training & game knowledge sessions
- Competitive and engaging scrimmages
- Specialized goalkeeper training
- Low camper-to-coach ratio for personalized instruction
- Grouping by age and ability for maximum growth
Camp Schedule & Location
Location: Gonzalez Field, 500 High St., Dedham, MA 02026
Dates: April 22-24 (Tuesday–Thursday)
Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Camp Price & Discounts
Price: $195 (before discounts)
Discount Codes:
$75 off: Use code NEXTSTEP75
Register Now!
Nike Soccer Camp- Dedham
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Next Step Training
Don’t miss this opportunity to train with top coaches and take your game to the next level!
If you have any questions, please reach out directly to Nike:
1-800-645-3226 or [email protected]
Coaches and Training
Coach’s Certifications: If you have still not completed your certification- you cannot run practices or coach during games. Russell sent out a reminder last week, please get this done ASAP. **Especially for Travel Coaches, Officials look for credentials on necks!
Please reach out if you have any questions!!
Practices: I know the weather has not been our friend these past few weeks but try to practice as much as possible, as safely as possible. Players should be dressed appropriately (layers!) and keep hydrated. You can shorten practices as needed if winter
temps continue to stick around!
Games:
With the rainout on April 12 th , we will play on June 7 th (Town, Travel, Preschool
Kickers) regular schedule AND at Nobles (for Town/Preschool Kickers) on the 8th
First Game of the Spring Season (re-do): April 19 th
Travel Coaches: work with your opponent towns to reschedule Week 1 ASAP- this goes for any reschedules later in the season (should try to avoid as much as possible)
June 14 th will be a make-up game day for Town if there is another rainout
Last Game of the Season (Travel): June 14th (Games are scheduled for
Memorial Day weekend)
Lights: Lighted fields are scheduled to come on at dusk. If they don’t come on, reach out to your Town/Travel Directors and/or me- we’ll get them on for you!
HS Teams: Coach Chris sent an email over the weekend with lots of great info- reach out if you didn't receive or have questions!
Fields Update:
Rustcraft Field will be closed until further notice. In light of this closure, additional Dedham fields will be used this spring for both practices and games. We will provide further updates as details are finalized. Thank you for your understanding!
Sal Ledda’s Youth Soccer Summer Camp- Registration Open!
Sign up for one week or sign up for both and SAVE
Camp Details:
Dates: Aug 4-8 and Aug 11-15
Location: Pool Field
Time: 5:30-8p
Who: Girls and boys of all skill levels (3 rd -8 th grade)
Featured Coaches: Don Savi, Amy Joyce, John Finn, Mike Lafrenseca and Michael McDonaugh
Questions and Payment Details reach out to Sal Ledda.
Stonehill College Women's Soccer Youth Summer Camp
We are excited to invite Dedham Youth Soccer players to join us for a fantastic week of
soccer fun at Stonehill College this summer! The camp will be led by the Stonehill
College Women’s Soccer coaching staff and current team members.
Camp Details:
Dates: July 14th - July 18th
Location: W.B. Mason Stadium / North Practice Field
Who: Girls and boys of all skill levels
Schedule:
Half-Day: 4-6-Year-Olds | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Full-Day: 7-14-Year-Olds | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Registration & Info:
Stonehill College Youth Summer Soccer Camp
Thank you, and we hope to see many Dedham Youth Soccer players there!
Revs Dedham Soccer Night
Just about a month away!! Dedham Soccer Night at the Revs will take place on May 17th. All youth soccer players will receive a free ticket to attend this fun event! Stay tuned for the link to select your seats!
Fan Gear Store
The Fan Gear Store is open and Play It Again Sports has some great Dedham Soccer clothing available. Thank you to Courtney Donati for your time and effort organizing this. Be sure to order your gear before the season begins. Click here to check out the store and place an order.
Thank you for your support and enthusiasm. Looking forward to a fantastic Spring season!
For the love of the game- Dedham on…3!
Danielle
