Impact Soccer
About the Club
Cherokee Soccer Association is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization based in Canton/Woodstock, GA. Under the Cherokee Soccer Association (CSA) Umbrella, there are two branches - Cherokee Impact Soccer, which manages all Recreational Programs & Georgia Impact Soccer Club, which manages all Competitive Programs.
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Through innovative soccer programming, player development opportunities, and a focus on coaching education, Cherokee & Georgia Impact create an environment for more than 2,000 players and 150 coaches to grow on and off the field.
As one of the most prominent clubs in the area, Impact Soccer is proud to offer the following programs: Recreational, Academy, Select, National League, WPSL (Women's semi-professional soccer), and community outreach programs. Cherokee Impact Soccer Association and Georgia Impact Soccer Club strive to improve the quality of life for our players, families, and community through the game of soccer.
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Keep scrolling down to find out more about our club!
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We would love to have you join the Impact Family!
Player Pathway
We place the highest value on individual player development and are proud to offer numerous programming options to ensure the best environment for development, regardless of level.
Each and every program provides age and level-appropriate training to allow players to develop the technical mastery, game understanding, and physical training needed to grow and progress.
Team-Based Programs
We place the highest value on individual player development and are proud to offer numerous programming options to ensure the best environment for development, regardless of level.
Recreational
Recreational soccer offers an introductory, fun playing environment for players of all skill levels between the ages of 4-19. Our recreational soccer program is one of the largest of its kind in the state.
DPL
Development Player (NPL) is an elite-level, only-female league with a proven record of placing players in college and at the professional level. Teams train three times a week and attend two to three National Showcase events per year.
National Premier League
National Premier League (NPL) is a proven and nationally recognized elite soccer program that offers our top players the best training and development opportunities available in the country. Teams train three times a week and attend two to three National Showcase events per year.
Select
Our Select teams compete at the highest competitive level in Georgia Soccer, as well as in various elite leagues across the country.
Coached by our professional and paid coaching staff, Classic teams train 2-3 times a week, compete in 8-10 League games, and will attend 1-3 tournaments throughout each season (Fall/Spring).
Academy
Georgia Impact's Academy provides the highest level of soccer for U9-U12 players. Academy Soccer is a 10-month program, players begin their season in August and conclude in May.
Developmental Pre-Academy
It prepares players to progress to the Academy level and beyond through our dedicated coaching staff that provides quality and age-appropriate instruction. DPA is the most competitive program offered for U8 players.
Training Programs
We place the highest value on individual player development and are proud to offer numerous programming options to ensure the best environment for development, regardless of level.
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Goalkeeping
Our Goalkeeping staff leads position-specific training for all goalkeepers involved in our competitive programs. All goalkeepers are provided with a minimum of one session per week in addition to their respective team training sessions during the season.
Sprouts
Or Sprouts staff leads age-appropriate activities for players from 2-4 years of age. All activities are fun-based and non-competitive in nature. This program is a great way to work on motor skills and basic soccer techniques.
Camps & Clinics
Impact Soccer camps are aimed at all players looking for a fun soccer experience or an introduction to the game while keeping engaged during breaks from school.
Outreach Programs
Impact Soccer is proud to offer several outreach & community-based programs, allowing for access to high-quality soccer programs for all.
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School Academies
Featuring 4 schools in Cherokee County, Impact Soccer is able to provide high-quality after-school soccer programming for children. Bringing soccer to the community, regardless of any barriers, is part of our mission.
Middle School Soccer
Impact Soccer organizes the only Middle School Soccer league in the Metro-ATL area, providing kids with high-quality soccer programming during the winter time.
