#UnitedFCRush

SPRING REC

United FC Rush is committed to providing a fun, engaging, and developmental soccer experience for players of all levels. Our Spring Recreational Program is designed for young athletes looking to enjoy the game in a positive, structured environment, with Saturday morning sessions focused on skill-building, teamwork, and gameplay. For those seeking a more advanced training opportunity, our Development Academy offers high-level instruction for players born in 2017 and 2018, led by experienced coaches who emphasize technical development, decision-making, and overall growth in the game. Both programs are overseen by our U10 & Younger Director of Coaching to ensure a consistent and high-quality experience. Whether your child is new to soccer or ready for the next step in their development, United FC Rush provides the perfect environment to learn, play, and grow this spring!

SPRING INFO

Cost:	$70
# of Sessions:	6
Registration Open:	January 15th
Registration Close:	April 14th
Uniform:	T-shirt (provided)
Dates:	Saturday mornings or Wednesday evenings (player choice)
Location:	Lower Rec - St. MIchael
Soccer Ball Size:	Chart
u5-u7	Size 3
u8-u12	Size 4

Cleats:	Soccer cleats highly recommended
Shin Guards:	Mandatory
Length of Sessions:	1 hour
Roster size:	8-12 players
Roster Formation:	Rosters are formed randomly from player registrations
Scores & Standings:	NO
Coaching:	Parent Volunteer
Master Coaches:	NO
Jamboree:	NO
Participation Awards:	NO
Team Pictures:	NO
Referee's:	NO
Buddy System:	YES

PROJECTED RECREATIONAL SPRING SCHEDULE

(Weather pending)

DATE	TIME	EVENT	LOCATION
Saturday, April 26	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 3	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 10	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 17	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 31	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, June 7	9:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
OR	-	-
Wednesday, April 30	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 7	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 14	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 21	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 28	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, June 4	5:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields

PROJECTED DEVELOPMENTAL ACADEMY SPRING SCHEDULE

(Weather pending)

DATE	TIME	EVENT	LOCATION
Saturday, April 26	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 3	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 10	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 17	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, May 31	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Saturday, June 7	10:00 AM	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
AND	-	-
Wednesday, April 30	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 14	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 21	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, May 28	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields
Wednesday, June 4	6:30pm	Practice	Lower Rec Fields

TRAINING FOCUS

AGE GROUP	TECHNICAL TRAINING	TACTICAL TRAINING
u5-u6	Dribble with all sides of both feet, Dribble out of trouble, Dribble past someone, Soft first touch	N/A
u7-u8	Dribble out of trouble, dribble past someone, shielding, soft first touch, introduce proper shooting technique and introduce passing.	N/A
u9-u10	Continue with dribbling foci from U8, passing with inside and outside of both feet, shooting with both feet (laces), receiving the ball with all parts of the body.	Basic attacking ideas, basic defending ideas, comprehend basic 1 vs 1 concepts, comprehend basic 2 vs 1 concepts, introduction into 2 vs 2 concepts, comprehend roles of the 1st and 2nd defender and comprehend roles of the 1st and 2nd attacker.
u11-u12	Continue with all U10 foci, speed dribbling in traffic, ability to chip the ball, accurately play long passes, offensive/defensive heading and power/accuracy shooting.	Communication, basic support positions, receiving the ball away from pressure, combination play, how and when to switch the point of attack, pressure vs containing, proper 2 vs 2 roles and introduction into all 3 vs 3 roles.
u13+	Soccer skill development, speed dribbling in traffic, ability to chip the ball, accurately play long passes, offensive/defensive heading and power/accuracy shooting.	Communication, basic support positions, receiving the ball away from pressure, combination play, how and when to switch the point of attack, pressure vs containing, proper 2 vs 2 roles and introduction into all 3 vs 3 roles.