U8 PROGRAM

Our U8 Academy will:

Identify and develop future CiTY travel players.
Create a positive, learning environment for players and families.
Focus on Individual Skill Development, Ball Mastery and Agility, Balance, and Coordination.
Introduce players and families to rhythm and demands of travel soccer without the pressure.
Help players develop a passion for the game!

Player identification clinics: (Register online through the link below)

Tuesday, August 7: 6:00 - 6:45 pm Centennial HS

Thursday, August 9: 6:00 - 6:45pm Centennial HS

Centennial HS: 4300 Centennial Ln, Ellicott City, MD 21042

Advantages of small sided games:

Players get more touches on the ball.
Players make more soccer decisions.
Allows focus on age-appropriate technique and tactics.
Smaller field improves agility, coordination, and fitness.
Creates a challenging and fun, age-appropriate environment.
Easier communication between coaches and players.

U8 ACADEMY

Open to boys and girls born in 2011.

2018/2019 Season
Professional coaching
Program Director: Carmen Juliano
Separate boys and girls programs.
Fall, Winter, and Spring Programs.
Structured training curriculum and activity calendar
Fall Training - 2x/week in late August, September, and October
6-8 small-sided (4v4) game dates
No Tryouts - Players must register online

Program Fees:

Fall only: $425
Fall and Spring: $800 (includes automatic entry into our annual club fundraiser)
Fees include uniform kit: 2 jerseys, 1 pair of shorts, and 1 pair of socks.