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
World Cup themed jerseys
Pre-season coach and parent clinics
Weekly professional training
Implementation of US Soccer's Grassroots coaching method
8-week age-specific curriculum
Game coaching and support
Exciting 5v5 game format
Program Outcomes
Improved player development
Mentoring and support for parent coaches and parents
Appropriate training format for U8 players
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
U8B Practices
Thursday - 5:30 pm - 6:45 pm
April - 20, 27
May - 4, 11, 18, 25
June - 1, 8
Orkil Field
U8B Games
Saturday - 10:45am-11:45am
April - 22, 29
May - 6, 13, 20, 27
June - 3, 10
Orkil Field