BE PART OF THE PROGRAM.

U-17+

Coach

Charismatic, well informed, up to date, experienced, knowledgeable, articulate, disciplinarian- No doubts about his/her authority; Managerial know-how.

Technique

Mastered skills leading to artistry, all at speed under match conditions - Demanding excellence. Individual skill covered during warm-up.

Tactics

Increase tactical speed (Decision making).
Increased pressure and competition.
Gamesmanship Ability to change and adapt to game dynamics, up or down goals, management of the clock.

Team/Functional

Understanding of lines and linkage. Positional technical needs

Attacking

Possession with a purpose.
Combination play with tactical implications

Speed of play

Deception, body positioning to look, moving with your touch.
Penetration and creativity, quality of final ball to beat backs.
Counter attack, wide flank play, target play and creating chances
Crossing with proper runs into the box
Set plays

Defending

Man to man marking with sweeper behind and in front Zonal.
defending, reading service.
*A great deal of coaching / teaching within phase of play in 11v11 game*

Physical

Fitness work with and without the ball, position-specific fitness testing, active recovery.
Flexibility - Static stretching before and after training / matches.
Dynamic Flexibility (especially before matches & training).
Agility - with and without the ball, including fast footwork techniques
Footwork - keeping the feet active when moving / playing
Endurance - Aerobic and anaerobic
Strength - Upper and lower body. Core strength and stability
Balance
Nutrition - Proper diet - pre-game, post-game, tournaments, etc
Prevention and care of injuries
Importance of rest / recovery - schedule issues relative to the physical demands

Psychological

Increased concentration , mental imagery and relaxation exercises
Leadership / player responsibilities on and off the field
Discipline, accountability
Respect for your peers and the game


Communication is key

Goal setting:

daily, weekly, monthly, seasonal

Vary program:

Satisfy player's urge for competition.

Encourage to watch high level soccer.