CGSA has its philosophy, methods, and activities consistent with the National Youth License agenda. Game format utilizes the small-sided teaching philosophy. Low-stress atmosphere with exposure to the game and an emphasis on skill development.

 

It provides younger soccer players with a comprehensive training and playing experience in order to prepare them for the competitive Select soccer environment of the age U-13 age group and above.

 

Environment where players are allowed to flourish in a competitive arena in which skill development (not winning) is the determinant of success, where quality and long-term benefits are more important than short-term gains.

 

Education of players and parents in club values and age-appropriate player development. Flexibility in program rules so that teaching takes precedence over game administration. Outcomes are learning and fun - not scores and standings. Nominal travel so that players are spared traditional statewide competition.

 

Program decisions made in the best interest of the player, not a team. Elimination of games of elimination, including selection via try-outs whenever feasible. Local leadership in care of a National Licensed Coach (administrator, DOC or Academy Director).

 

Peer enforcement of best coaching and game management methods at participating clubs.

 

 

U-9      8-10 players/group max.          as specified by GYSA Rules regional travel

U-10    8-10 players/group max.          as specified by GYSA Rules regional travel

U-11    10-12 players/group max         as specified by GYSA Rules regional travel

U-12    14-15 players/group max         as specified by GYSA Rules statewide travel

 

 

All age groups will be run by a nationally licensed Academy Director, and will introduce qualified licensed trainers and “parent coaches” as assistants only. Training will consist of 2 sessions each week with an optional session added periodically. An outline of the goals for these sessions will be provided to parents/players with periodic feedback in the form of written assessments based on mastery of the various technical and tactical curriculums. Attendance will be monitored as an additional measure of reaching program objectives.

 

Trainers are required to complete individual players’ assessments in the end of each season. The players’ assessment form can be found on the Web site under “Forms”.

 

 

Registration fees for the Academy Program will be the same as for the Select teams. Fees for travel that may be required to festivals or interleague game play will be the responsibility of each individual player. Any additional tournament participation will be at the discretion of the Academy Director, and will also be the responsibility of each individual. Uniforms will be the same as the CGSA Select Programs select teams and will be the responsibility of the player.

 

Trainer Fees will be Determined based on the yearly evaluation of Fee Structure set forth and approved by the Board of Directors yearly.

 

Academy participation requires a higher level of commitment both financially and dedication to skill development, from players and parents alike. This is a yearly commitment from both the parents and players. There is a commitment letter both players and parents will be signing when joining the academy team. While we would like this program to be made available to all members that would like to take part, the resource demand on both facilities and staff require us to place certain limitations on participation. In order to insure the best possible implementation for all involved, an informal evaluation of those interested in participating will be used, only when necessary. Program participation limitations will be determined prior to each season.