Registration for the Lil' Impact Recreational Academy starts on Feb. 1 and goes through Feb. 25. The program begins March 1.

The L'il Impact is open to all children 5 to 8 years old, on a first-come, first-served basis. All players are trained by Impact USA professional coaches, with an emphasis on individual skills training and development.

It is an exceptional introduction to the joy of soccer. The program concentrates on providing young players with a solid foundation in basic soccer technical skills and instilling a love of the game. This is achieved through fun and challenging exercises and games.

Fees for the LIL IMPACT RECREATIONAL ACADEMY are $95. This coversa uniform shirt, coaches' salaries, and field maintenance.

Directions to the Impact Soccer Complex:

The fields are located just south of Karns High (and the railroad tracks) and near the Smoky Mtn. Tennis Academy.

From the Cedar Bluff Area, go west on Middlebrook Pike as it turns into Ball Camp-Byington Road (Rt. 131). Make a right on (Rt. 131) and go until you cross over the one-way bridge. Immediately after crossing over the one-way bridge turn left to the fields.

From Pellissippi Parkway take the Hardin Valley exit and go east. Turn on Ball Camp -Byington road (Rt. 131) and follow directions above.

From Karns continue south on Rt 131 and turn right just before the one lane bridge. The Smoky Mountain Tennis Academy should be just across and down the street.

For more information, please call Tony Rowshanaei at 556-8230 or email him at tonyrow2@aol.com.

Click here for more information about Tony and the Impact Youth Academy.

Click here for more information about the Impact Nike United Soccer Association.