United DFC Need to Know: June 26 - July 3, 2025
United DFC Need to Know: June 26 - July 3, 2025
Welcome to United DFC’s weekly Need To Know newsletter. Our aim is to keep you informed about everything that is going on inside the club. Watch for your update every Wednesday.
Office Closure
Please note that the office will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st in observance of Canada Day.
We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable holiday!
Support One of Our Own - Fundraising Soccer Festival for UDFC Player
One of our UDFC Skills Centre players has recently been diagnosed with a brain tumor. A soccer festival has been organized as a fundraiser for the family. Please forward this on to your U7-10 players, this is coed and open to all skill levels from non players to community to skills centre. They have the option to register as a team or individually and they will be put on a team. See the PDF attached with links for the registration. The website also has the links.
https://sites.google.com/view/doitfordeclan/home
Thank you in advance for sharing this and getting word out to make this a successful fundraiser!
Mini Field Closure Notice - Canada Day
Please note that the mini fields will be closed on Tuesday, July 1st for Canada Day.
Thank you and enjoy the holiday!
Summer Schedule Now Available
The full calendar for summer is now live! You can view the complete schedule online to stay up to date on all practices, games, and events.
New Office Hours
Monday 10-5
Tuesday 10-5
Wednesday 10-5
Thursday 10-5
We are closed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Coaches Needed
Here is the Skill Center Schedule
We are Looking for help with U9 girls - email shahulcs@udfc.ca if you would like to help with this team!
Exciting Opportunity for Young Female Players!
We’re proud to share that Canadian soccer icon Jessie Fleming has generously donated Halifax Tides FC season tickets to be given back to the community!
These tickets will be awarded to young female soccer players across Nova Scotia who embody the values that define Jessie’s career: leadership, tenacity, discipline, sportsmanship, and humility.
The goal: To give girls—who may not otherwise have the opportunity—a chance to experience professional women’s soccer up close.
Nominees should be:
- Girls aged 8-16 playing soccer in Nova Scotia
- Leaders on and off the pitch
- Dedicated, disciplined, and resilient
- From families where attending a Tides FC match may not be financially accessible
To nominate a player, please fill out THIS GOOGLE FORM as soon as possible.
- Deadline for July games: Monday, June 23
- Nominations will remain open until June 30 for the rest of the season
Thank you for helping us celebrate and support the next generation of female soccer leaders!
UDFC Programs and Registration Status
Current Mini Program Status: Unfortunately, our traditional mini programs on CH High, Dartmouth High, Seaside and Portland Estates have closed for the year. We sincerely appreciate all the families who have shown interest in our programming but we are full. The only exceptions to this would be a player who comes with a parent coach. If you are interested in coaching, please reach out to taylorp@udfc.ca and she will see if there is a coach needed in the program where your player wants to play.
Quiet Soccer: Join United DFC’s Quiet Soccer Program, specially tailored for 5-12 year-olds who may find the busy traditional mini soccer setting overwhelming. Our program offers a quieter field and less crowded environment, ensuring a comfortable space for your child to actively participate in soccer. This session is once a week. This program is ideal for families with children who may have challenges (neurodivergent, very shy, anxiety, etc) who do not enjoy the bustle of a busy soccer field. The Quiet Soccer Program is the only program on the field so there are considerably less distractions and much more support.
Exciting New Opportunity: We're pleased to announce that registration is now open for a brand new mini program in North Preston! This 8-week program for ages 2-12 will be launching in North Preston starting in July, running on Wednesdays and Thursdays. Please visit our website for more information. All are welcome to join.
Summer Camps Available: Don't forget that we also have summer camps available! These programs offer another great opportunity for youth ages 6-12 to stay active and engaged during the summer months. These camps are fun but are filling up quickly. Please sign up today.
Teen KickAround/ Safe Space: Our Teen Kick Around program is for anyone U12 and older who wants to play soccer with friends on Friday evenings in Cole Harbour. United DFC Soccer introduces a unique program designed for teenagers to come together and enjoy soccer with friends, fostering inclusivity regardless of gender, experience, or skill level. It is also a good place to make new friends. Whether a seasoned player or new to soccer, everyone is invited to join in this inclusive and gender-neutral environment. It is just a kick around supervised by staff. There is no instruction or formal coaching.
Youth Teams & Skills Center- At this time, all of our youth teams (U12-U18) and Skill center teams (U7-U11) are full.
Adult Soccer: Our Womens and Mens Beginner Kick Around programs are still open for registration. Both programs are VERY fun and welcoming to all levels.
Thank You Thank you for your continued interest and support of United DFC programs. We're excited about these new opportunities and look forward to serving our community in innovative ways.
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to us.
Ticket Discounts for Halifax Tides Games
We’re thrilled to share a special offer just for you! As part of our partnership with the Halifax Tides, all United DFC members can enjoy exclusive discounts on game tickets this season!
📅 15% OFF all other home games for the rest of the season
Come out and support pro soccer in Halifax while enjoying a great deal! Let’s fill the stands with UDFC spirit
Ticket Link: Ticket Discount for Tides
Women's Beginner Kick Around Night Announced - Tuesdays, Astral Jr High 7-8:30 pm
UDFC is excited to announce the location and time for the Beginner Women's Kick Around group. Our women's group spends a little time learning skills and the rest of the session playing games. Whether it is your first time or your first time in a long time, this program emphasizes skill development, game play and soccer fitness in a welcoming and social environment. This program caters to both absolute beginners and returning players, fostering a supportive space for women of all ages, fitness and abilities. With a focus on social interaction, health, and the joy of laughter, the Women's Beginner Soccer program prioritizes support, inclusivity, and fun, breaking down barriers to ensure every woman and gender-diverse individual can enjoy soccer, regardless of their skill level or experience. Join us for a unique initiative that promotes confidence, laughter, exercise, and lasting connections. All are welcome to be part of this empowering soccer journey.
More details visit: HERE
Coaches have a discounted rate - see link above for details and how to register.
Women's Program begins June 10th
Ticket Discounts for Halifax Wanderers Games
We’re thrilled to share a special offer just for you! As part of our partnership with the Halifax Wanderers, all United DFC members can enjoy exclusive discounts on game tickets this season!
🎉 50% OFF tickets for the game on May 10
📅 25% OFF all other home games for the rest of the season
Come out and support pro soccer in Halifax while enjoying a great deal! Let’s fill the stands with UDFC spirit
Link for tickets: Ticket Discount for Wanderers Game
Gk Training
We’re excited to announce that summer goalkeeper training has officially started! This specialized program is a great opportunity for our keepers to sharpen their skills and build confidence between the posts.
📍 Location: Cole Harbour Turf
All goalkeepers are encouraged to attend and take advantage of this focused training led by our experienced Goalkeeping staff Keith Partridge.
For more information, visit our website HERE
Interested in Coaching?
If you are interested in coaching at any age group, please contact Nino at nino@udfc for more information.
We have something for all commitment levels, so please feel free to reach out!
Have 3 or more children playing at UDFC?
Check out our payment policy and contact Patricia Morrison at patriciam@udfc.ca to receive a $35 discount on player 3, and a registration value up to $300 for player 4.
PROGRAM SPONSORSHIPS
UDFC's greatest strength is its community. The club is actively looking for Sponsors or Partners to help reduce the cost of delivering - or enhancing - programs. Sponsorships support events like Soccer by the Sea, teams such as our Skill Center teams, and initiatives like Special Olympics and Women in Coaching. For known potential Sponsorship opportunities, please reach out to nino@udfc.ca.
Our club has ~3,500 members over the course of the year, with weekly Need-to-Know emails received by more than 4,000 individuals on a weekly basis.
Social Media: Share your United DFC Moments
Please remember to tag us in your United DFC social media posts! Photos can also be sent to katies@udfc.ca to be shared with our community.
Gear Collection
We are currently accepting new or gently used gear at our office that you no longer need. Any gear dropped off will be offered to any members who are in need. We will accept cleats, shin pads, gently used socks, shorts, training shirts, jerseys (GK jerseys too!) , tracksuits, hoodies, etc. as long as it is still in good condition.
Goalkeeper Gloves
Email Coach Keith(Keithp@udfc.ca) for a discount code.
Check out our partner, OK Tire:
Read more about our partnership here.
Social Media Channels
Please follow our social media channels and like/tag/share/comment on any posts that resonate with you. This is a small thing you can do that will help the club a great deal.
Instagram: @UnitedDFC
Facebook: @UnitedDFC
Twitter: @UnitedDFC
TikTok: @UnitedDFC
YouTube: @United DFC
