Rising Stars Latest Information
About
Our youngest soccer programs focus on physical, social, cognitive, and emotional development through fun games and activities in a relaxed environment. Players learn to love the game of soccer and make lasting friendships on and off the field. Starting in 2023, we will operate two distinct services to support younger children with their soccer development and promotion to our Junior Academy teams when they are ready.
- Rising Stars is Club independent programming targeted at three age groups (U6, U7, U8) only.
- After School programming is partnered and managed through local Elementary Schools (and District)
Registration and Fees
Fees for Rising Stars are $150 per season
This includes (for each player)
- Game Jersey and Training T-Shirt
- Participation Medal
- Player and Team (digital) photographs
Rising Stars Format (U6, U7, U8)
One training session per week (emphasis on technical skills) plus games (Saturday).
All sessions led by professional, licensed coach (minimum National D License) working under the direction of our Nationally USSF A-Licensed Technical Director; Patrick Olalere.
8 week training schedule to include five core elements/skills
- Basic Foot Skills
- Basic Passing
- Tackling and Pressure
- Control and Turning
- Shooting
4 v 4 format with no goalkeepers on small sided fields (30×20 yards with 6×4 feet goals)
Single Gender: Boys and Girls separated
Players will be expected to supply a size 4 ball, soccer cleats, and shin guards
Limited participation to ensure highest level training and attention