Parents, players and coaches often seem to get lost in the midst of ’competive’ soccer. Here are some of our true goals for this age group;

 

1) To create a passion for the game of soccer

 

2) To create a fun learning environment - we usually have so much fun that players don’t realize they are learning too!

 

3) To develop the 5 pillars of the soccer player - keeping them age appropriate

   i) Technical - the fundamental of the game (dribbling, receiving, passing, finishing, etc)

   ii) Tactical - relevant to a U9 age level

   iii) Physical - motor skills, balance, fitness in a fun soccer way

   iv) Psychological - creating a winning mentality

   v) Lifestyle - nutrition choices, rest/recovery, self-esteem and confidence among their peers

 

4) To develop players who are ’game intelligent’ and can make the right decisions for themselves on the field.

 

5) To guide the players (with the help of parents) in using the game of soccer to learn many of life’s lessons (i.e. peristance, work ethic, self-belief, practice, etc).

 

6) To develop players who love to compete and strive to put forth their very best effort.

 

7) To ensure that players learn the correct skills for their age so that they can play soccer at the next level.

 
8) To begin to develop a training mentality

9) To make new friends

 

10) To increase every player’s self esteem and confidence - To ensure that every player feels a sense of accomplishment!