Academy U7-U10
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Description
The FC Thunder Academy Program is designed for players in the U7-U10 age groups. (Currently birth years 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013) interested in developing their ability by receiving coaching from experienced, licensed, professional trainers in a fun, learning environment.
Our Academy trainers hold licenses from the US Soccer Federation (USSF), National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA), and even the English Football Association (FA) with experience in coaching U7-U10 Academy age players.
FC Thunder Academy players follow a club curriculum to develop technical ability and independent decision-making, both on and off the ball, in individual and group attacking and defending situations.
FC Thunder competes in the prestigious SA-PDF league that includes the top clubs in the San Antonio area such as SA City, Classics Elite, Lions FC, SA United, River City Premier and Alamo Heights. Academy Directors from these clubs have come together to develop a player-centered league dedicated to development, quality competition and organization.
The season consists of 8-10 games, beginning in September in the Fall and February in the Spring. Games are held every Saturday at a host location from one of the SA-PDF teams.
Players are not required to try-out, but will be placed with a group of players of a similar ability and interest in the game, to set teams up for a successful season.
2019-2020 Academy Season
Fall 2019 - August to December
Spring 2020 - January to May
*Games will be played at Boerne City Park (BCP), San Antonio, Bulverde and Schertz.
*As many Academy teams as possible will be formed based on the number of registered players.
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Tournament Play
Our Academy program participates in 2-3 tournaments each season. Tournament participation is optional. Fees are not included with Academy. Tournament fee will be split between the participating players.
Why FC Thunder?
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Fall 2019 |
FC Thunder Academy Program |
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Coaching |
Licensed, professional trainers with years of playing and coaching experience |
*Always inquire and ask questions regarding your coaches experience. Don’t just assume they know what they are doing. |
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Coach Bio |
Yes, Coach bios can be found at www.boernesoccer.org/page/show/390316-trainers-academy-and-select |
*All Quality clubs list coaches, bios and/or teams coached. |
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Training & Teams |
Two 90 minute training sessions per week |
*Best value in Boerne |
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Games |
8-10 game season against quality opposition (16-20 games per year)
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League/Clubs |
SA PDF consist of the Best Clubs in San Antonio - Classics Elite, SA City, SA United, Sting, Lions, RCP and AHFSH |
*San Antonio PDF Proper Development requires Proper Competition |
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Season |
August to May
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Cost |
$900
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*Best value in Boerne |
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Early Registration Discount |
$25 ~ Register by 5/19/19 |
*Best value in Boerne |
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Non-profit status |
Non-profit organization with scholarships available |
*Not all clubs are non-profit. Be sure to check for non-profit status |
Academy Registration is Now OPEN
Who will be coaching?
1 Qualified, professionally licensed FC Thunder coach per team, with player development overseen by FC Thunder Academy Director, Jarred Harriott.
What are the differences between Recreational soccer and the FC Thunder Academy?
Does your child LOVE soccer? Do they want to receive training from professional coaches? Do they have the dream to play in High School, Select, College, or even Professionally while having FUN? Then the FC Thunder Academy Program is the place to begin their journey!
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Spring 2019 |
Rec Soccer |
Academy Soccer |
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Coaching |
Parent Volunteer Coaches |
Licensed Professional Trainers
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Training |
1 hour per week for 8-9 weeks
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Two 90 minute training sessions per week ~ 17-18 weeks (50+ hours of training per season) |
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Games |
8 game season against other FC Thunder Rec teams |
8-10 game season against other top clubs in the San Antonio area |
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Season |
March 11th to May 18th
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January 16th to May 23rd |
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Tournaments |
No Tournaments
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1-2 Tournaments per season (optional) |
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Academy is the way to go if you want your player to be challenged and taught with clear opportunities for progression. Academy bridges the gap between Rec soccer and Select soccer. It is the optimal pathway to playing at the Select level.
Jarred Harriott
