As a non-profit, full service youth soccer club, Sporting Nebraska FC strives to provide an affordable and competitive experience for all Sporting Nebraska FC members. Financial Assistance is provided on a first come, first serve basis, and is based upon the allocated funds set forth by the Finance Committee, along with financial needs of the family. 

Financial Assistance is awarded on an annual basis, and is reviewed in conjunction with the Team Formation time frames set by the Nebraska State Soccer Association and can only be submitted and reviewed upon the player receiving an Invitation to join a team. The amount of financial assistance funds available is finite and based upon the budget of Sporting Nebraska FC. 

Financial Assistance applications are reviewed by the Finance Committee, which consists of Sporting Nebraska FC board members. Information submitted is confidential and is used for the sole purpose of determining eligibility for financial assistance. 

Financial Assistance awarded is only for Registration with Sporting Nebraska FC per NSSA policies. All Team Fees, Personal Travel Fees, Training Kits, Uniforms, Camps, etc… are the sole responsibility of the family, so be sure you are able to budget for those additional costs before applying. Additionally, Sporting Nebraska FC provides an Installment Payment Plan for all families within our programs and that information is available upon registration of your child. 

The Deadline to submit a Financial Assistance Application is listed below and Sporting Nebraska FC will not accept any applications after the listed deadline dates and no further applications will be accepted after July 16th or once all of the allocated funds have been exhausted. 

• U11-U13 Age Groups - Submission Deadline is second week of June
• U14-U19 Age Groups - Submission Deadline is first week of July 
• ECNL & GA Program Players - Submission Deadline is third week of June
• Omaha Academy Players - Submission Deadline is second week of June
• Lincoln Academy Players - Submission Deadline is first week of July

The #IMPACT of financial assistance allows children to participate in soccer while developing a lifelong passion for the game. In the past two years, Sporting Nebraska FC has awarded over $60,000 in financial assistance to children in all of our programs.

Sporting Nebraska FC is pleased to announce that the scholarship fund for recreational players will now be named the Rick Sedrel Recreational Scholarship Fund, in honor of one of our long-serving coaches. This program grants assistance to recreational players experiencing financial hardship.

In 1994, Rick Sedrel began his coaching journey with a U6 co-ed Millard Star Soccer team.

Over 60 seasons, he has fielded many girls and boys teams, emphasizing development and fun. There were many successful seasons in which his team won the league or a tournament; more importantly, the players formed lasting friendships and a passion for the game. Many of his players have gone on to hold referee, coaching, and administrative roles across the state.

In addition to coaching, Rick has held many positions with the state’s league and referee

development programs. As a referee mentor, he has helped new referees gain confidence in their role.

On October 22nd, 2023, Rick’s U15 girls team finished their fall season and he announced his retirement from coaching after nearly 30 years. Away from the field, he will enjoy his other passions: photography, nature, and being rowdy at Union Omaha games. We appreciate the dedication Rick has shown to numerous players and the club, and hope that the Rick Sedrel Scholarship Fund continues to inspire the next generation of players.