It started with a simple weekend problem: every time my kids wanted to play soccer, we struggled to find a decent soccer field near me.
Google Maps was hit or miss. Some fields were outdated, others had no details about whether they were grass, turf, lit at night, fenced, or even open to the public.
So I decided to build SoccerFieldMap.com
— a tool that makes it easy to find and share soccer fields in your area.
How It Works
Search “soccer field near me” and instantly see nearby options.
Browse verified details like surface type, lighting, and availability.
Read and leave reviews from other players.
Contribute new fields to help the community grow.
Why This Matters
Soccer is more than just a game — it’s about community. Pickup games should be easy to organize, but poor information often ruins the flow. By solving the “where do we play?” problem, SoccerFieldMap helps kids, families, and teams connect faster.
Tech Behind It
I built the app with:
Next.js for the frontend
Firebase for authentication and database
Google Maps API for geolocation + map display
What’s Next
Leaderboards for top contributors 🏆
Chat groups per field so people can organize matches 📲
Expansion to other sports (basketball, tennis, etc.) 🎾
Closing Thought
The next time you’re searching for a soccer field near me, I hope SoccerFieldMap makes the process easier, faster, and more reliable.
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