JUNIOR ACADEMY
The FCC Junior Academy Program is a seasonal training program for U5-U8 players that have the ability and desire to improve their game and might be interested in our Academy Program.
The Junior Academy is staffed by directors and coaches who will provide high-level training to players that demonstrate a passion for the game and a commitment to further developing skills through concentrated instruction.
The Junior Academy will help bridge the gap between recreational soccer and competitive soccer by emphasizing individual, skills-based training and small-sided scrimmages designed to provide an inspiring, fun environment that fosters confidence, creativity and composure.
Junior Academy is a seasonal program running both in the fall and spring (with separate registration for each season).
Players will further develop the technical components of the game – all while still playing loads of training games.
The ability to run with the ball (dribbling), the ability to move the ball to a teammate (passing), softly controlling a ball that arrives at a player’s feet (receiving) and hitting the ball with power (shooting) – are still the main technical components we address with the players development, all the while understanding that kids are still primarily interested in three things:
1. Having Fun
2. Playing Games
3. Scoring Goals
Players entering the Junior Academy Program will participate in a format that is both fun and better suited to their development. The small-sided games approach (4v4) is the best way to introduce the game to young players.
Advantages to Small Sided Games
· Increases the number of touches on the ball
· Requires players to both attack and defend
· Improves fitness levels due to lively and dynamic tempo
· Provides realistic challenges, limited number of players in restricted space
· Game improve soccer techniques so players can develop and enjoy the game
· Develops individual skill; increases frequency of 1v1 match-ups
· A high number of goals are scored which makes the game fun for players
· Rules are simplified, emphasizes imaginative play and promotes growth and appreciation for the game of soccer
Eligibility:
Any 2015-2017 birth year player is welcome to register.
Email: [email protected]