Academy: Birth Years 2014-2012
ACADEMY SOCCER OVERVIEW
For players that are U8 to U10 (currently 2014 to 2012), our competitive program is called Academy.
Our core values of loyalty, honesty, and positivity, impact upon every training session and game that we coach.
BSC Academy players are coached by our experienced, dedicated, nationally licensed team of coaches to a club curriculum in accordance with the United States Soccer Federation (USSF). This curriculum is designed and implemented by directors and coaches to nurture the technical, tactical, physical and psychological aspects of a player within a team environment, while fostering a love for the game.
Our aim is to develop players' technical ability and establish strong fundamentals at their young age, while being capable of making decisions independently for success in individual, group and team situations on the soccer field. We want BSC teams to play exciting soccer, and our coaches, players and parents to hold themselves to the highest standards.
Our focus is on the development of the player and person. Success, in terms of results, is a byproduct of effective development and a positive coaching environment.
Meet our Academy Director: Ian Johnson
Ian brings over 25 years of coaching and team management to BSC, where he has coached teams and players throughout Select and Academy programs in New Jersey, Washington State, Georgia, and Texas.
Ian has been in the U.S. for 19 years following a semi-professional playing career in England, where he has since earned multiple qualifications, including his USSF A License.
Ian was appointed the BSC Academy Director in December 2021.
“What I love the most about coaching soccer is seeing players grow and develop throughout the years into not only more confident players but more confident people, through being part of a team.” – Ian Johnson
Academy FAQ's
| Is my Child the Right age to Join? | Academy is open to all players born from 2016-2012. Players born in 2016 & 2015 participate in our Micro Academy |
| Coaches | Qualified, passionate and experienced coaching staff, including ODP coaches, dedicated to long-term development. Coach bios can be found at https://www.boernesoccer.org/coaches |
| Training | 2x 90 minute training sessions per week (Micro Academy 2x60 minutes) ~ 15 weeks. GK training takes place once a week with our qualified goalkeeping coach. |
| How long is the season? | FALL:August-December SPRING:January-May |
| League Games | Up to 8 games per season (8 Fall, 8 Spring) |
| League competition | SA-PDF Academy league. This league consists only of reputable clubs in & around San Antonio. Micro Academy will have in-house games. |
| Tournaments | All Academy teams participate in a pre and post season tournament dependent on player availability |
| Registration Cost | U5/U6 - $300 | U7/U8 - $880 (full year) | U9/U10 - $980 (full year) Extended payment plans/assistance available |
| Uniform Cost | $143.85 (Micro Academy $45) |
| Club History/Non-profit status | Boerne Soccer Club is a Non-profit organization that has served the Boerne community since 1979 |
| Payment assistance | Financial assistance is available through our scholarship fund, financial aid and flexible payment plans. Please contact our Registrar |
| What teams are at BSC? | BSC have boys and girls teams (NOT co-ed) at each Academy age group from 2014 to 2012 |
| How can I join? | Players are not required to try-out, but will be placed with a group of players of a similar ability for their development |
What are the differences between Recreational & Academy Soccer?
| REC | ACADEMY | |
| Coaching | Parent volunteer coaches | Licensed professional trainers |
| Training | 1 hour per week for 9 weeks | 2x 90 minute training sessions per week (Micro Academy 2x60 minutes) ~ 15 weeks |
| Games | 8 game in-house season | 8-10 game season (per Fall & Spring) against other competitive club Academy programs |
| Travel | All games played at Boerne City Park | Games to be played at Boerne City Park as well as in and around the San Antonio area. Games are hosted by each participating SA-PDF club. (All Micro Academy games to be played at Boerne City Park). |
| Season | Fall: September to November. Spring: March to May | Fall: August to December. Spring: January to May |
| Tournaments | No tournaments | 1-2 Tournaments per season dependent on player availability |
Want to join our club for the Spring 2022 season?
We are excited to announce that registration is now open to all new and current players for our Spring 2022 Academy season!
Academy soccer is available to all players born from 2016 to 2012 as an opportunity to be trained by licensed, professional BSC Coaches.
REGISTER FOR ACADEMY (2014-2012)
QUESTIONS?
please contact:
Ian Johnson
Academy Director
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