2010-2007 PLAYERS
Tonka United's Competitive Soccer program offers year-round soccer experiences for 2010-2007 birth year (U11-U14) players at all levels of play:
- Elite (starts at U13)
- Academy
- Select
Program placement is based on a player assessment that takes place each July. Tonka United's goal is to give our families and players a great soccer experience by placing players at suitable levels for success. All Competitive Soccer players receive a year-round soccer experience, professional coaching staff, and individual Player Development Plans.
VIEW TRYOUTS SCHEDULE
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ELITE
2008-2007 (U13-U14) Only
The Elite Soccer program is a partnership between Tonka United and Fusion SC, who together created Tonka Fusion Elite. This soccer program is designed for players who have strong desire to play in a elite soccer environment year-round while being challenged to excel by teammates and coaches who have similar levels of passion for the game. Players in Tonka Fusion Elite have aspirations to compete at a high-level in high school, college, and beyond.
- Year-Round Soccer in Top State, Regional & National Competitions
- Professional Coaching Staff
- College Advisory Program
- Athletic Performance Training & Medical Services
VIEW ELITE SOCCER PROGRAM
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ACADEMY
Tonka United's Academy program prepares and teaches players how to train and play at the highest levels in Minnesota. The Academy program requires a higher level of time and financial commitment.
- Teams play at TCSL National/Regional level or MYSA C1 (2006-2007 only)
- Teams participate in regional and local tournaments
- Teams participate in Presidents Cup and selected college showcases (2006-2007 only)
- Teams tiered as Academy 1 and Academy 2
- Professional Head Coaches
- Player Development Curriculum and meso-cycle training plan provided, with oversight of Age Group Director
- Individual Player Development Plans
- Emphasis on developing players through challenging game-like situations that demand good possession habits
View season plans & coach announcements for the U12-U14 Academy and Select teams for the 2020-2021 season.
Multi-Sport Player Expectations
Fall: Soccer practices and games come before other sports. It needs to be the main priority. If conflicts do arise, please talk to your coaches.
Winter: If you have a game or practice for your winter sport that conflicts with soccer, your winter sport takes precedent.
Spring/Summer: Soccer practices and games come before other sports. It needs to the main priority. If conflicts do arise, please talk to your coaches.
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SELECT
Tonka United's Select program's focus is to enjoy soccer through playing the game and accomplishing individual improvement. The Select program does not require the Academy program's high level of time and financial commitment.
- Teams play at TCSL State/Cities level
- Teams participate in local tournaments
- Teams tiered as Blue (U11/U12 only), White, and Red (lowest level)
- Professional Head Coaches or Parent Volunteer Coaches
- Players will train in the Select Pool when possible (30-35 players)
- Player Development Curriculum provided, with oversight of Age Group Director
View season plans & coach announcements for the U12-U14 Academy and Select teams for the 2020-2021 season.
Multi-Sport Player Expectations
Fall: Soccer practices and games come before other sports. It needs to be the main priority. If conflicts do arise, please talk to your coaches.
Winter: If you have a game or practice for your winter sport that conflicts with soccer, your winter sport takes precedent.
Spring/Summer: Soccer practices and games come before other sports. It needs to the main priority. If conflicts do arise, please talk to your coaches.
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