ACADEMY HIGHLIGHTS:
Learn the proper techniques for:
Short Passing, First Touch, Dribbling, Changing Direction & Moves to beat an opponent
Beginning Tactics will be introduced for:
Attacking Play
Defensive Play
Transitional* Play
ACADEMY OUTCOMES:
An excitement for the game
A positive first experience in the game
Parents gain an understanding and appreciation for player development
Develop a healthy desire to compete
Make new friends
WHAT TO BRING:
All training sessions and games
Wear your Sparks shirt
Bring a Soccer ball
Proper playing wear (socks to cover shin guards and soccer shorts)
Water bottle
Good attitude and a desire to learn
*Definition of terms:
Technical – what a player does when he/she has possession of the ball
Tactical – what a player does when he/she does not have possession of the ball
Skill – the ability to perform technique while under pressure
Transition – What to do when possession of the ball changes from one team to the other
