Returning again in Fall 2026 – Open to all kids of any need
Our Shooting Stars soccer program is open to all children ages 5-18 with physical, mental or emotional special needs
| Fall 2026 Dates: | Friday August 14th, Friday August 21st, Friday August 28th, and Friday September 18st (rain dates Friday September 25th, and Friday October 2nd) |
| Location: | Freedom Park Soccer Fields 1 and 2, 100 Raincliff Road, Sykesville, MD 21784 |
| Cost: | NO COST (Pre-registration is required!) |
| Includes: | All players receive a jersey, a soccer ball, an award (final night) … and a fun experience! |
The Freedom Optimist Shooting Stars program offers children with physical, intellectual, and/or emotional disabilities an opportunity to enjoy the game of soccer in a safe and supportive community environment. Use the registration button below to register your Stars Player. For more information contact shootingstars@freedomoptsoccer.com or check our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) page.
Come out and be a Volunteer/Mentor!
Be part of the experience as a volunteer or mentor! ALL Adult Volunteers and Youth Mentors (ages 12 and older) must pre-register using the button below. After registration you will receive a confirmation email with additional instructions that must also be completed. Youth Mentors must have a completed Minor Consent Form completed (under Volunteer in the FAQ). Volunteers and Mentors should plan to be on hand 5:30pm – 8pm on Opening Day, and 6pm – 8pm on other dates.
Looking for a way to show off your love for the Shooting Stars program?
Visit https://uniformateam.com/collections/fos-shooting-stars and pick up Shooting Stars Spirit Wear!
We’re proud that our Shooting Stars program was featured on WBAL-TV! (Click the image to visit WBAL-TV) 
And a BIG THANK YOU to our Shooting Stars Clinic Sponsors! Click Here to see the list of wonderful groups who helped make this event possible.
–| Interested in being a Sponsor? Contact shootingstars@freedomoptsoccer.com for more information. |–