WHAT IS THE JUNIOR ACADEMY?

Our Junior Academy is for all U7-U8 players. As many players may elect to pursue travel/competitive soccer at U8 and above, we make it our mission. to provide a professional environment to prepare those players for their next step. At the same time, many players may choose to remain on the intramural path. Our professional coaching staff will ensure that both fun and development are at the very center of the experience for all players, regardless of their experience or aspirations.


Coaches will follow a curriculum to ensure players are learning on a weekly basis within small-sided games. Within our player-centered environment, coaches allow players the opportunity to experiment, try things, and make their own decisions. There are also no referees or standings, with an emphasis on attempting new skills rather than winning.


Players are not placed on set teams and there are no standings. Staff and/or volunteer coaches will manage game days by rotating players on a weekly basis to provide different experiences and keep the focus on fun and development, rather than results.


All of our staff are qualified soccer coaches with experience working in these age groups. 



SPRING 2026 OVERVIEW

  • Session Length: 60 minutes
  • Age Group: 2018-2019 Birth Years
  • Training Start Date: April 7th
  • Games Start Date: April 11th
  • End Date:  June 6th
  • Training Day(s): Tuesday or Thursday @ 5:30pm (Train both for $75)
  • Game Day: Saturday Mornings at 9am (Except 5/2 & 5/23)
  • Training Location: Hanusey Park (Doylestown, PA)
  • Game Location: Herbst Sports Complex (Pipersville, PA)
  • Cost: $160 (through January 31st)
  • $180 (February 1st - February 28th)
  • $200 (March 1st - March 14th)
  • $225 (Late Registration - only if space is available)
  • Registration Deadline: 3/14

BENEFITS

  • More touches on the ball
  • Opportunity for professional training 2x per week
  • Less pressure from coaches and parents
  • Individual development within enjoyable games
  • Creativity is encouraged
  • A player-centered environment with emphasis on development
  • In-house festival-style scrimmages


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • What does my child need to bring?

    Your child should arrive in comfortable athletic clothes and for the weather. While cleats are recommended for outdoors, sneakers are allowed. Additionally, we recommend bringing a water bottle and a Size 3 soccer ball. Soccer balls will be provided for each session and are not required.

  • Will my child be placed on a team?

    During each training session and game day, coaches will divide players into different teams to ensure that the emphasis remains on trying new skills and the confidence that it requires rather than winning or losing!

  • What happens if it rains?

    If weather affects the field conditions enough, our fields may be closed.  If that is the case, sessions may be cancelled and we will do our best to make up any time missed prior to the end of the program.  However, as it is a free program, there is no guarantee that all sessions will be rescheduled.

  • What is your refund policy?

    The club has a no refund policy within two weeks of the start date of the program. Prior to then, a full refund minus a 5% administrative fee will be provided.