Jr. Academy (Beginners) Fall 2017 (Players born 2008-2013)

9/6/2017 - 10/30/2017

Our Junior Academy program is an instructional soccer program designed to develop the individual skills of our youngest players. The program gives players an opportunity to enjoy the game of soccer in a fun and developmentally appropriate environment. Our practices are tailored specifically for young players and offer instruction on basic technique and game play. The Junior Academy is a perfect fit for boys and girls who have an interest in playing the game of soccer and want to learn new skills. We welcome all players, from beginners to those preparing to move to the developmental or select level! Practice in small groups is ideal for these ages. Our groups usually have a 1:8 coach to player ratio.

Age Groups
U5/U6: Players born in 2013 & 2012
U7/U8: Players born in 2011 & 2010
U9/U10: Players born in 2009 & 2008

Practice will begin on Wednesday, September 6

U5/U6 Structure
Practice: Mondays from 5:30pm-6:30pm
Game: Wednesdays from 5:30pm-6:30pm
* Wednesday, September 6 will be a practice
** Monday, October 30 will be a game

U7/U8 Structure
Practice: Mondays from 6:30pm-7:30pm
Game: Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm
* Wednesday, September 6 will be a practice
** Monday, October 30 will be a game

U9/U10 Structure
Practice: Mondays from 6:30pm-7:30pm
Game: Wednesdays from 6:30pm-7:30pm
* Wednesday, September 6 will be a practice
** Monday, October 30 will be a game

Each team will play 8 matches tentatively beginning the week of September 11
All matches are played at Heritage Park in Taylor, MI
All players need shin guards, ball (size 3 or 4) and water bottle; cleats are optional.

Cost
Early Registration (through July 27, 2017) - $100
Standard Registration (through August 10, 2017) - $120
Late Registration (through September 1, 2017) - $140
* Fee includes all practices, 8 games, and your uniform (2 shirts, 1 short, 1 sock)

Practice will begin on Wednesday, September 6

Heritage Park - Taylor, Michigan

Developmental (Recreational) Fall 2017 (Players born 1999-2008)

9/5/2017 - 10/29/2017

Our developmental teams are unique to the Downriver area and allow players to bridge the gap from Junior Academy to Select and Premier teams! If you are not currently on a select or premier team and are looking to move up to the next level, this is the place for you! Developmental teams are open to all players that are not currently rostered on Junior Academy, Select, or Premier teams between the ages of 10-19 (see age group chart below).

Structure
- 1-2 practices per week
- Generally 1 game per weekend, 8 game season
- Tournaments are optional and decided on by the team
*Developmental teams may have the option to play indoor during the winter but it is not mandatory.

Practice will begin the week of September 5

Cost
Early Registration (through July 27, 2017) - $115
Standard Registration (through August 10, 2017) - $130
Late Registration (through September 1, 2017) - $150
* Uniform not included (~$52 + S/H) and are purchased online, details will follow via email when registration concludes

Age Group Chart
U16-U19: Born in 2002-1999
U15: Born in 2003
U14: Born in 2004
U13: Born in 2005
U12: Born in 2006
U11: Born in 2007
* Age groups and genders may be combined depending on the number of registrations

Any questions or concerns please email info@taylorsoccer.club

Heritage Park - Taylor, Michigan

Most practices and half of the games will be held at Heritage Park (12111 Pardee Rd, Taylor, MI 48180).  The other half of the games are in surrounding cities... Dearborn, Canton, Livonia, etc.