In partnership with CareFirst, the clinic brings U9–U14 girls together for a professionally led training experience with licensed female coaches, along with exclusive early access for DCSC players and a connection to the professional game.
Washington, DC — Building on their partnership announced in April, DC Soccer Club and the Washington Spirit are teaming up for a youth soccer clinic on SUNDAY, June 28, at The Fields at RFK Campus. Designed to connect player development with inspiration from the professional game, the clinic offers girls a unique opportunity to train in a high-quality, supportive environment while engaging directly with Washington Spirit players.
As part of this collaboration, DC Soccer Club players will receive early access to registration for this limited-capacity event, ahead of public registration opening on May 18. The clinic will include technical and tactical small-group training, with players grouped appropriately based on playing and developmental experience. Toward the end of the session, participants will have the opportunity to spend time with Washington Spirit players for a Q&A, photos and autographs.
This joint clinic continues a shared commitment between DC Soccer Club and the Washington Spirit to grow the game for girls and create visible, accessible pathways in soccer. Research shows that girls leave sports at higher rates than boys by early adolescence, while those who remain engaged in sports demonstrate higher levels of self-esteem, confidence, and leadership. Clinics like this play an important role in expanding access and creating environments where girls can stay engaged, build confidence, and continue developing both on and off the field.
DCSC x Washington Spirit Clinic Details
- Sunday, June 28, 2026
- 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- The Fields at RFK Campus
- Open to U9–U14 girls (all levels)
- $50 per player
- Limited-capacity registration
Registration includes:
- Professional coaching led by licensed, female coaches
- An official Washington Spirit t-shirt
- One ticket to a Washington Spirit home game in July
- Opportunities to meet Washington Spirit players
“This clinic represents what our partnership with the Washington Spirit is all about — creating meaningful opportunities for our players to develop their skills while being inspired by the professional game,” said Jane Dawber, DC Soccer Club Director of Recreation and Youth Player Development. “Through high-quality training led by all female coaches and the chance to connect with Spirit players, we’re giving girls a powerful experience that supports both their growth in the game and their confidence as athletes.”
Open to girls across the region, the clinic is designed to foster a strong sense of belonging in the game, with training led by experienced female coaches and opportunities to engage with Washington Spirit players who serve as visible role models. The experience is both developmental and inspiring, encouraging girls to build confidence and continue pursuing their soccer journey.
"We're excited to be running this event exclusively with the Spirit for the second year running," said DCSC Director of Soccer Matt Arrington. "We are deeply grateful to the Spirit organization and the players and staff involved for working alongside DCSC to make this event a success."
This year’s clinic is proudly supported by DC Soccer Club, the Washington Spirit, and CareFirst, whose partnership helps expand access and opportunity for youth athletes across the DC community.
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ABOUT DC SOCCER CLUB
DC Soccer Club is the largest independent youth soccer organization in Washington, D.C., serving more than 7,500 players each year. Our mission is to develop character and strengthen community by providing accessible, high-quality soccer experiences for youth of all backgrounds and abilities. Guided by our core values of Intention, Inclusion, Collaboration, and Community, we create opportunities that foster growth both on and off the field.
We champion inclusion by ensuring every child has a place to learn, play, and belong—supported by one of the city’s most comprehensive soccer programs and the leading provider of girls’ participation in DC. Each season, we invest in significant financial assistance, coach and referee education, and sustainable programming that unite players, families, coaches and volunteers in a shared love of the game.
ABOUT THE WASHINGTON SPIRIT
The Washington Spirit is the premier professional women’s soccer team based in Washington, D.C. and plays at Audi Field in Buzzard Point. The Spirit was founded on November 21, 2012, and is an inaugural member of the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) , the fastest-growing sports league in the US. The club is home to some of the best players in the world who have won championships for both club and country. For more information about the club, visit
WashingtonSpirit.com and follow the club on
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Instagram and
Facebook.
ABOUT CAREFIRST BLUECROSS BLUE SHIELD
Nearing its 90th year of service, CareFirst, an independent licensee of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association, is a not-for-profit healthcare company which, through its affiliates and subsidiaries, offers a comprehensive portfolio of health insurance products and administrative services to 3.5 million individuals in Maryland, the District of Columbia and Northern Virginia. In 2025, CareFirst infused over $356 million to support regional community impact to improve overall health and advance accessible, affordable, equitable, high-quality healthcare. To learn more about CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield, visit www.carefirst.com.
