Premier Squad
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​TERM 2 2023 - Training Days
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Mondays - 3:45pm till 5:15pm @ Centennial Park
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Wednesdays - 3:45pm till 5:15pm @ Centennial Park
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TERM 2 2023 - Saturday Matches​
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U8 / U9 / U10 - 2:15pm till 5pm @ Queens Park - Super League
Premier Squad includes;
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2 Training sessions per week – Mondays & Wednesdays
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1 match day per week - with a coach. Warm up and Match
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Costs
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$550 for 2 Training sessions and a match day coach
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$200 Competition Fees
Active Kids Vouchers are welcome – Reminder there are 2 available per year at $100 each (2nd one available after July 1st 2022)
OUR PROGRAM
This Program is selective and is designed to further enhance our players in a competitive, technical and challenging environment. Players who are selected to be in this program are given the opportunity to play in a higher level of competition and are expected to be training twice a week.
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Premier Squad Holiday Camp
APRIL 2023
Our most Advanced and Technical Soccer Camp.
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Our intensive program is for soccer players that want to be challenged and excelled.
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We focus on Technical Drills and Skills to help develop young soccer players. We use the FFA curriculum to help guide their learning and give them an understanding of the game specific for their age.
Our Program
U8 & U9
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These 2 squads will be working in the Skill Acquisition Phase.
The foundation of the Skill Acquisition Phase is built upon:
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The coach focusing extensively on providing a solid foundation of technical skill
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If the player does not gain this skill foundation during this phase it will be very difficult to make it up later
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No amount of fitness or competitive spirit will ever compensate for deficiencies in functional game skills
At this age, the children are ready for a more structured approach to training.
In every session the focus is on one of the core skills, from the beginning until the end of the session.
These 4 Core Skills are;
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First Touch
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Running with the Ball
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Striking the Ball
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1v1
We will also be focusing on ‘the two constants’ that players need without the ball;
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Positioning
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Communication
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U10 & U11
These 2 squads will be continuing to work in the Skill Acquisition Phase.
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An in depth look at the following will be put in to place;
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First Touch - Controlling the ball with ALL body parts that are allowed
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Running with the Ball - At Speed - Dribbling in tight areas. Protecting the ball and changing direction
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Striking the Ball - Short and Long range passing. Shooting with pace and accuracy
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1v1 - 2v1 - Avoiding opponents - decision making with the ball
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We will also be looking at the crossover phase between the Skill Acquisition and Game Training Scenarios. Tactical Awareness and insight will help the players apply the Skill Acquisition learnt and apply them in a functional way.
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FAQ's
Q: What are the ages of each squad?
A: We have U6's, U7's, U8's, U9's & U10's
Q: Who will be the coaches?
A: We will ONLY have our most experienced and senior coaches
Q: Can anyone attend these sessions?
A: NO. Only the players selected can attend.
Q: Do i have attend both training sessions plus the match.
A: Ideally, each player should be attending all. But, 1 training and match per week is compulsory.
Q: Does the parent need to stay for the session?
A: No. You can drop off - please make sure the child is registered when they arrive.
Q: Who are the matches against?
A; We will be entering a competition at Waverley Oval.
Q: Are shin pads and boots compulsory?
A; Yes.
Q: What happens if it rains?
A: Unless you receive a text message from us - all sessions and matches will be going ahead - rain or shine.
Q: Do i need to purchase a NEW Nike Kickeroos Development Squad Uniform.
A: Yes. We will be sending out a sizing guide to you and you can select which size you would like to order for your child.
Q: Do i need to inform you if we are going on Holiday or my child is sick.
A: Yes. Please email the office to let us know. There are NO make-up classes available.