This program is for children born in 2017

Fall 2024 schedule: U8 Boys

Training Sessions: Thursdays from 5:30pm to 6:45pm at Orkil
(9/5, 9/12, 9/19, 9/26, 10/3, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24)

Games: Saturdays from 10am to 11am at Orkil
(9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2)

Fall 2024 schedule: U8 Girls

Training Sessions: Wednesdays from 5:30pm to 6:45pm at Orkil
(9/4, 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30)

 
Games: Saturdays from 8:30am to 9:30am at Orkil
(9/7, 9/14, 9/21, 9/28, 10/5, 10/19, 10/26, 11/2)

The U8 World Cup program is designed to support a more structured and developmentally appropriate environment for U8 players. Headed up by professional trainers, age-specific curricula are delivered each season based on the United States Soccer Federation’s (USSF) Grassroots soccer approach to better support the development of youth players. 

For U8 players, we build the season around a World Cup experience. Not only will this add to the excitement of game day, but players can learn a bit about the players, culture and countries associated with the team they’ll represent for the season. 

U8 will have one practice and one game per week, and they will follow a 5v5 game format. 

Program Features
·       8-week age-specific curriculum
·       Implementation of US Soccer's Grassroots coaching method
·        Weekly professional training
·       Pre-season coach and parent clinics
·        World Cup themed jerseys
·        Game coaching and support
·        Exciting 5v5 game format

Program Outcomes
·       Improved player development
·       Appropriate training format for U8 players
·       Mentoring and support for parent coaches and parents
·       Engagement of all stakeholders; parents, players and coaches
·       Exciting end of season 'Soccer Fun-Day' experience.

U8 Volunteer Opportunities
·       Parents are encouraged to help and coach. Please consider coaching your child's team for this season. It will truly be a rewarding experience for both you and your child.
·       Prior to the season, there will be a coaching clinic to help parents become more comfortable on the field and understand the skills being taught at this age group.
·       Team rosters will be announced once all volunteer positions are filled.

U8 Equipment
Supplied: jersey (distributed at first session)
Required: shin guards, socks, cleats, size #3 ball and water bottle