Youth Development Program

Youth Development Program

Our Youth Development Program, commonly referred to as YDP, is for our younger players U5 –U8. We work on the fundamental elements of soccer while also having a TON of fun –teaching young players how to become successful soccer players and teammates. Training is generally co-ed depending on the number of players registered and held two to three nights a week. Games are held on Saturday mornings during the Fall and Spring seasons.

Training

Training for U7/U8 (Birth Year 2019/2018):

  • Practices held on Mondays & Thursdays from 6:00‐7:00 pm at Dairy Field starting March 16th
  • Dairy Field is located near the intersection of S. 30th St and Mayfred Lane

Training for U5/U6 (Birth Year 2021/2020)

  • Practices will be Wednesday evenings 6:00 – 6:45 at Schaffer Park starting March 18th
  • Schaefer Field is located near the intersection of Walnut St. and N. 28th St.

Uniforms

  • Training jerseys are to be worn during games.
  • Cleats and shin guards are required for participation in all training and games
  • Socks – appropriate socks covering the shin guard must be worn at all practices and games.

Games

  • There will be 6 games that will be held on Saturday mornings. Game dates are 4/11, 4/18, 4/25, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16
  • U7/U8 games are at 9:00 am
  • U5/U6 games are at 10:15 am
  • Games will be coed.