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3v3/U6 Academy Program (Pre K 5 year olds and Kindgergarten 5 year olds)

• This program is for first time players who wish to learn the sport of Soccer while having fun.

• Practices are held in an Academy format on Mondays at Oakdale Middle School.

• The Academy is based on a week by week curriculum provided by the UK Elite Soccer coaching organization. Basic soccer skills with an emphasis on foot skills are taught in a noncompetitive environment. The development of the player’s physical coordination and simple ball movement skills are emphasized.   

• 3 player vs. 3 player games are played on weekends that encourage players to have fun without the pressure of competitive games. Scores are not kept and Coaches teach on the fields during each game. The skills learned in the Academy on Monday are reviewed and incorporated during the games on Saturdays

• All players are given equal playing time.

The U8 Academy

• This coed program is for the player who wants to learn more about the sport of Soccer while continuing to have fun

• Practices are typically held at a Deer Crossing Elementary twice per week. One night will be academy style where all the children learn the same skills. The other night is a team practice. Soccer is a team sport and skills are learned at practice. Therefore, players are expected to attend as many practices as possible.

• Soccer skills taught will build on the basics learned in the 3v3 Program but no experience is required. Players are introduced to positioning on the field and are taught the rules of the game. Ball control and ball handling are emphasized.

• U8 plays 5 player vs. 5 player games. 4 field players + a goalie.

• Games are typically played at Deer Crossing Elementary on weekends. The games encourage players to explore the skills they learn during practice. Coaches will teach on the field during the games and serve as referee to "loosely" enforce the rules of the game. Scores are not kept.

• All players will play every position.
  
  
   

Competitive Girls and Boys (Age U10 to under age U16/ U19 see eligibility chart below)

• This program is for the player that has a basic knowledge of Soccer skills and the rules of the game. The program allows the player to experience the excitement of competition while having fun.

• Practices are typically held at a local school twice per week. Soccer is a team sport and players are expected to attend and participate in each practice. This is where the learning takes place. Games are for applying what they have learned and for having fun.

• Players will continue to build and improve their soccer skills while enhancing their physical fitness. Most players have previously played in the instructional program but first time soccer players are welcome.

• All players purchase a LUYAA competitive uniform (Shirt with number, shorts and socks). A uniform is expected to last the player several seasons.

• 7 player vs. 7 player for U10, 8 player vs. 8 player for U12. or 11 player vs. 11 player for (U14 and above) games are played through the Frederick County Youth Soccer League (FCYSL) in accordance with their rules and regulations.

• Games are scheduled throughout Frederick County and are officiated by licensed referees.

• The teams taking part in FCYSL (a recreational soccer league) and subsequently, LUYAA, are grouped in two year age brackets. Within the age brackets there are typically 4 divisions, with D-1 being the most competitive and physically demanding.

• All normally scheduled games are played on Saturdays, as well as Sunday afternoons.

• In some instances, LUYAA Soccer may hold tryouts for the most competitive players at the Division One and higher levels. Players within the LUYAA Soccer organization will have the chance to evaluated and or tryout for one of these teams. In the past, LUYAA Soccer has fielded teams in the Classic Divisions of leagues outside of the Frederick County Youth Soccer League. These teams usually demand a one year commitment from players and traveling outside of Frederick County for games is the norm. In most cases, these teams will incur higher registration costs for families. Tryout and evaluation notices for these teams will be sent out in a mass email to all age appropriate registered players within the LUYAA Soccer program.

• The league is divided into Girls teams and Boys/Coed teams (typically boys, except some groups within the Frederick County Youth Soccer League do not have enough players to have separate teams).

• Coaches and assistants stay on the sidelines with their team during games. Parents sit on the opposite sidelines and are encouraged to be positive influences during games.
   

AGE ELIGIBILITY

Based on the child's age as of July 31, 2009

SOCCER FORM

The following form is required for Spring Soccer Registration

• FCYSA medical release/waiver of liability & Parents Code of Ethics - pdf version

NOTE: If you cannot read the Microsoft Word file, try opening the pdf version (Adobe Acrobat)