Under 8 Micro (U8)

U8 Micro is one step more advanced than our U7 program.  Players will be introduced to additional soccer skills. Practices are still held one night per week.

Games are played on Saturday mornings and consist of two twenty minute halves. With skill development being one of the primary objectives of Micro, we play an adapted game which promotes many "ball touches" for each child. This game is 4 vs. 4 on a short field with small goals and no goalkeepers.  This allows the necessary space for children to develop their individual dribbling and ball handling techniques like U7.  At U8, passing and team play are introduced as well.  Young referees are used as part of the U8 game, so the coaches are not on the field giving players instructions.

The field changes from season to season.  However, practices are 1 week night per week from 6-7pm. The day of the week will not be determined till right before the start of the season. Games are always on Saturday mornings usually scheduled between 8:45am and 1:30.

Equipment needed for U8 Micro Soccer:

• A size 3 soccer ball
• Reversible jersey (purchased at registration used for multiple seasons)
• Water bottle
• Shin guards
• Soccer socks that cover the shin guards.
• Soccer cleats are required. (Baseball and football cleats are NOT permitted.)  Referees will check cleats at every game and will deny players the opportunity play if they are not wearing the right cleats.
• Players may not wear any earrings even on newly pierced ears. Referees will check for earrings at every game and ask that they be removed.

Ages Eligibile for this Program:  
NASC adheres to PAwest and US Youth Soccer age group guidelines.  The registration program won't let you register for the wrong age group.  You may refer to the FAQ page for the age group guidelines and other common questions. Please contact the Age Group Coordinator if you have additional questions.

Cost
Program cost - $65
Reversible jersey (if needed) - $25

Volunteers:
Micro Soccer is successful because of the people who volunteer their time. Every team will need at least 2 coaches or assistant coaches, plus a team parent to function smoothly.  Please see our Volunteers page for more information and select to volunteer when you register your child on this site.

Still have Questions? Visit our Board of Directors page for contact information of the U8 coordinator.