About us
If you're looking for a great time in Dayton you have come to the right place. Gem City Social Sports is the perfect combination of high quality sports leagues and premier social events. GCSS is Dayton's newest place where active young professionals from all over the city can come to meet and compete. From kickball leagues to insider deals to bar crawls, we are sure to keep your calendar full and your social life booming. If the thrill of the game, drink specials, and weekly emails filled with the hottest happenings in the city is what you're looking for then you've come to the right place!
Whether you were born and raised in Dayton or new to the city, we've got a league for you. Grab your college buds, dust off your old jerseys and register a team in any one of our ever-expanding leagues. New to the area and don't have enough people for a league? No problem! Sign up individually and be placed on a team with people just like you, who are looking to get out there and meet new friends. With all levels of play that match any ability, we have a league that is as competitive as you are --- all bragging rights included. After the game, head to one of our many sponsor bars for drink specials and great deals that only GCSS can offer. Celebrate the victory or console your teammates after the upset over some beers. Our social events are like the best first date you never had --- fun and cheap without the awkward conversation. We'll hook you up with amazing parties and awesome drink specials at all your favorite bars throughout the city.
So what are you waiting for? Come play!
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Spring Co-Ed Social Soccer League (Thursday Nights) - All Skill Levels Welcome!
The Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center at Dayton, 1000 North Keowee Street, Dayton, OH, USAre you ready to shake off the winter chill, get active, and meet some awesome new people in Dayton?
Gem City Social Sports is back on the turf for our biggest Spring Soccer season yet! Whether you’re a former high school star or you haven't touched a soccer ball since you were a kid, our Co-Ed league is built around one main goal: having a blast on and off the field.
⚠️ IMPORTANT: RSVPing on Meetup is great to show your interest, but you MUST register officially on our website to secure your spot! Spots are extremely limited this season.
👉 Click Here to Officially Register### 🗓️ League Details:
All games are played under the lights on the turf fields at the Dayton Kroc Center (123 E. Third St., Dayton, OH).
- Game Day: Thursday Nights
- Start Date: April 16th
- Time: Games run between 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM
- Format: 7v7 Co-Ed (Maximum of 5 males on the field at a time). We play on junior-sized fields with two 25-minute halves.
- Vibe: This is a social league! To keep things fun and safe, slide tackling is STRICTLY prohibited.
### 🎟️ How to Register (No team? No problem!)
Meetup members love our leagues because you don't need a pre-made team to play! You can register in one of three ways:
1. Free Agent ($80) - Most Popular for Meetup Members! Flying solo? Awesome. Register as a Free Agent and we will draft you onto a team with other free agents and welcoming players. It is the absolute best way to make a whole team of new friends.
2. Small Group ($80/player) Want to play with 2-5 friends but don't have enough people for a full roster? Register as a "Small Group" (just create a group name during sign-up) and we guarantee we will place you and your friends on the exact same team together!
3. Full Team ($800/team) Got a squad ready to go? Have your captain register the team, pick your name, and manage your own roster!### ✨ What’s Included in Your Registration?
- 8 Weeks of Soccer: Guaranteed playtime on high-quality turf fields.
- Official Team Shirts: NEW this season! Your GCSS team shirt is totally included in your registration cost.
- Post-Game Socials: It’s a social league! After the games, teams head to our sponsor bar to grab drinks, hang out, and celebrate.
### ⚠️ WARNING: Extremely Limited Spots!
We are strictly capping the number of teams this season to ensure the best possible schedule and playing time for everyone. The Co-Ed League is limited to ONLY 12 Team Spots.
Historically, our Thursday Co-Ed league sells out very quickly. Once the spots are gone, registration will close completely!### Ready to hit the pitch?
Don't wait on the sidelines. Grab your cleats, tell your friends, and lock in your spot for Opening Night today.
👉 Register Now at GemCitySocialSports.com
If you have any questions about how the league works, what to wear, or need help registering, feel free to send the organizers a message on Meetup or email us at info@GemCitySocialSports.com!1 attendee
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