DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
What do we do?
Academy training with 4v4 games on Friday or Thursday nights.
Why do we do it this way?
The 4v4 system accelerates development of technical ability and game intelligence. Small pictures are clearer for children; space and options are more compatible with their abilities. 4v4 is the smallest sided game you can have that has all the elements of a real soccer match without any of the confusions that surround learning to play soccer. In a real soccer match children have the option of passing the ball forwards, square or backwards. Three children cannot do this because one of the directions will be missing. With five children the extra one duplicates one of the elements. She becomes “also wide, also deep or also back.” This “also” position clutters the picture.
What are our objectives?
Methodology:
Uniforms:
Jerseys are provided by the club. Players are required to have black shorts and black socks for all events.
Spring Schedule:
Practice Tuesday & Thursdays at 5pm
Tuesday, January 30 - First Day of Practice - Auburn, AL
Thursday, February 8 - In House - Auburn, AL
February 10-11 - Columbus Academy Cup - Columbus, GA
Thursday, February 15 - In House - Auburn, AL
Thursday, February 22 - In House - Auburn, AL
Saturday, February 24 - AMO Playdate - Opelika, AL
Thursday, February 29 - In House - Auburn, AL
March 4-8 - Spring Break
Tuesday, March 14 - In House - Auburn, AL
Sunday, March 16 - AMO Playdate - Smith Station, AL
Thursday, March 21 - In House - Auburn, AL
Thursday, March 28 - In House - Auburn, AL
Thursday, April 4 - In House - Auburn, AL
April 6-7 - Auburn Academy Cup - Auburn, AL
Thursday, April 11 - In House- Auburn, AL
Sunday, April 13 - AMO Playdate - Auburn, AL
Thursday, April 18 - In House - Auburn, AL
Saturday, April 20 - CFS/CYSC Playdate - Columbus, GA
Thursday, April 25 - In House - Auburn, AL
Sunday, May 5 - CFS - Auburn, AL
May 20-21 - Tryouts for Fall 24/Spring 25 - Auburn, AL
What is Academy style training?
Academy style training, according to United States Youth Soccer, is training players in an “Education First” environment by following the same curriculum for all players involved. This creates a culture within the club which can be duplicated with each new generation of players. This starts in the Development Academy by creating a professional environment. Steps to create this include:
What are the Player Development Initiatives?
The Player Development Initiatives (PDIs) are US Soccer's guidance and recommendations to improve the approach and methodology of soccer player development in the United States. They were written in 2016 and amended in 2017. Age divisions and small-sided formats are standardized by the PDIs.
What is Fun Integration Theory?
Fun Integration theory is a scientific study of a common-sense concept, namely that when people enjoy something, they tend to do it more, and when they do it more, they tend to get better at it. As one improves at something, one tends to enjoy it more, completing a self-reinforcing cycle.
FEE BREAKDOWN
ASC Fee | $250 |
Team Fee | $400 ($200 per season) |
Monthly Payment (8 Months) | $50 |
# of Training Months | 7 |
2 Jerseys, 2 practices a week, certified coaches fees, local games, weeknight games, 3 local tournaments