Soccer in Ocala
Youth leagues, adult soccer, competitive teams, and summer camps. Find the perfect soccer opportunity for your family in Ocala.
What Soccer Opportunities Are Available in Ocala?
Youth Programs
Big Sun: ages 3 to 17, recreational & competitive divisions
Two Main Seasons
Fall and spring leagues
World-Class Facilities
Multiple lighted fields across Ocala area
Summer Camps
Skill development & advanced training programs
What Youth Soccer Leagues Are Available?
Big Sun Youth Soccer League (Sporting Big Sun)
Big Sun Youth Soccer League, now Sporting Big Sun Soccer Academy, has played at the Big Sun Soccer Complex on SE 36th Avenue since 1980. It runs Super Starters for ages 3 and 4, recreational soccer for ages 5 to 17, the Sun Lights program for players with disabilities, competitive U9 to U18 teams and an adult league. Our Big Sun soccer guide has current fees, the Spring 2027 calendar and registration steps.
- Recreational Programs: Fun, skill-building focused, perfect for beginners
- Competitive Travel Teams: Rigorous training for serious young athletes
- Fall & Spring Seasons: recreational games run in the fall and from March to May in spring
⚽ Develops ball control, passing, and tactical skills
💪 Builds cardiovascular fitness and athletic confidence
🤝 Teaches teamwork, communication, and leadership
🎯 Improves focus, coordination, and game awareness
👥 Creates lasting friendships and community bonds
🏆 Provides competitive growth opportunities
What Adult Soccer Leagues Exist in Ocala?
The Big Sun Adult Soccer League plays at the Big Sun Soccer Complex, 2811 SE 36th Avenue, for players 18 and older. Players join a team or register as free agents through the league's Teampass site, and captains register both as a player and as a captain.
Fall 2026: co-ed Friday nights and an open division on Sundays; spring registration opens January 2027
For players seeking higher-intensity competitive play, Ocala offers men's leagues where teams compete for standings and playoff positions. Private organizations provide additional competitive opportunities throughout the year.
Year-round options with fall and spring highlight seasons
Where Are the Best Soccer Facilities in Ocala?
5220 SE Maricamp Rd; five soccer fields, two synthetic turf
Hosts youth leagues & tournaments
Secondary home of Big Sun soccer, used for recreational practices and U14 and high school recreational games
2811 SE 36th Ave, Ocala 34471
Seven full-size grass fields, four lighted
Home of Big Sun youth, competitive and adult soccer since the league moved from Jervey Gantt
6501 SE 107th St., Belleview (south Marion County)
Multi-sport venue
Additional capacity for leagues and tournaments
What Summer Soccer Camps Are Available?
Ocala's summer soccer camps provide focused skill development and competitive training during June and July. Programs range from recreational skill-building clinics for younger players to advanced tactical training for competitive athletes. Sporting Big Sun lists year-round camps for beginner, intermediate and advanced players, and other local coaching organizations offer their own options.
Skill Development Camps
- • Age-appropriate fundamentals
- • Ball control & passing drills
- • Tactical game awareness
- • Week-long and half-day options
Specialized Training
- • Goalkeeper training clinics
- • Advanced tactical sessions
- • Competitive athlete preparation
- • 1-on-1 coaching options
How Do You Register for Soccer?
Contact Big Sun Youth Soccer
Visit sportingbigsun.com, the current site for Big Sun soccer, or read our Big Sun registration guide for programs, fees and dates.
Complete Registration Forms
Fill out required player registration forms with your child's information, age group, and skill level preference. Recreational and competitive divisions have separate registration processes.
Pay League Fees
Submit registration fees which cover coaching, field maintenance, and league administration. Different age groups and divisions have different fee structures.
Receive Team Assignment
After registration closes, teams are assigned and coach information is provided. Early registration is recommended as popular age groups fill quickly.
Big Sun posts each season's registration dates and deadlines on its recreational program page. Check there before the season.
Frequently Asked Questions
Big Sun Youth Soccer League is a nonprofit that has run youth soccer in Marion County since 1980 from the Big Sun Soccer Complex at 2811 SE 36th Avenue in Ocala. Since April 2026 it operates as Sporting Big Sun Soccer Academy, a Sporting Jax partner, with recreational soccer for ages 5 to 17, Super Starters for ages 3 and 4, Sun Lights, competitive teams and an adult league.
Ocala soccer runs in two main seasons, fall and spring. At Big Sun, the fall 2026 Super Starters and Sun Lights sessions run from September 12 into late October, and the Spring 2027 recreational season starts with February practices and runs games from March 5 through May 1. The Big Sun Adult Soccer League plays a fall season that began August 28, 2026 and a spring season starting in March 2027.
Major soccer facilities include the Big Sun Soccer Complex at 2811 SE 36th Avenue, home of Big Sun youth and adult soccer with seven full-size grass fields (four lighted), Rotary Sportsplex at 5220 SE Maricamp Road with five soccer fields, two of them synthetic turf, and Belleview Sports Complex in south Marion County.
Big Sun youth registration is done online through PlayMetrics, linked from sportingbigsun.com. Families create a free account, add the player, choose the age group and practice days, and pay; recreational soccer was listed at $160 before January 1 in October 2026. Other clubs and leagues handle their own registration.
Yes. The Big Sun Adult Soccer League plays at the Big Sun Soccer Complex, 2811 SE 36th Avenue, for players 18 and older. Its fall 2026 season had a co-ed division on Friday nights and an open division on Sundays; spring registration opens in January 2027 through the league's Teampass site, with games starting in March 2027.
Summer soccer camps in Ocala range from skill development clinics for young players to advanced training programs for competitive athletes. Sporting Big Sun (Big Sun soccer) lists summer, fall, winter and spring break camps on its camps page, and other local coaching organizations run their own programs.
Youth soccer builds fitness, develops ball control and tactical skills, and teaches teamwork and leadership. Soccer improves cardiovascular health, coordination, and agility while boosting confidence and social connections. Youth players learn discipline, resilience, and how to work toward goals in a supportive team environment.
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Ready to Get Started with Soccer?
Register with Big Sun (Sporting Big Sun) online for the upcoming season, or contact another local club that fits your family.
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