Player spots for the Junior's Program are limited by the number of certified parent coach volunteers we have.

We need volunteers to register and complete their certifications ASAP.
The more certified coaches we have, the more players we can take.

You are able to register to coach, when you sign up your children, or by logging into your Litchfield Soccer Club account and going to the Volunteer tab.
A registered coach cannot be applied toward our player numbers until they also complete their Risk Status (background check) and the Safe Sport training (a 1.5-hour online video/class).

The program also needs non-coaching volunteers to help with painting the fields, helping with uniforms and more. Non coaching volunteers only require the background check. You can sign up during player registration.


For question on the Junior's program please email:  [email protected]

Parent Volunteers needed!!!

Player registration numbers will be based on the number of

parent volunteer coaches that register!

As a volunteer Coach, you will:

• Enthusiastically run a small group of players in your chosen division(s) utilizing provided training sessions and based on the club's/partner training vendor's training philosophy
• Generally be present at weekly training sessions (approximately one hour on Saturday mornings for each division, and an additional one hour during the week for U8 coaches only)
• Act as an ambassador of team spirit
• Attend a preseason training session to become versed in the training philosophy and provided program materials
• Complete provided Safesport training, concussion training and consent to required background check

All curriculum, training and support is provided by professional coaches from Soccer XS.
No previous\soccer experience is required!!

U6 & U8 SEASONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL
(2017-2019 birthyears)

The New Standard of Grassroots Soccer

The SDS (Seasonal Development School) is a season-long program designed to support youth soccer clubs in implementing a more structured and developmentally appropriate environment for U6-U8 recreational programs. Headed up by licensed professional trainers, a fresh new age specific curriculum is delivered each season based on the United States Soccer Federation’s (USSF) Grassroots soccer approach.

U6 SDS: 1 practice per week
U8 SDS: 1 practice and 1 game per week | 4v4 Game Format

Program Features

• Weekly professional training support from Soccer XS trainers in a 1:2 coach to team ratio. 
• Implementation of USSF's Grassroots Development Model
• Age Specific P-P-P (Play-Practice-Play) Curriculum
• Game coaching and support from Soccer XS Trainers
• End of Season Graduation Certificates

Program Outcomes

• Improved player development
• Better parent involvement
• Development of volunteer parent coaches
• More appropriate training environment for players
• Retention of families
• More exciting game day experience 
• Execution of the USSF Grassroots Initiative

Volunteer Opportunities

• Parents are encouraged to help out 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 providing 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

Equipment

• Supplied: jersey (distributed at first session)
• U6 Required: shin guards & size #3 ball. Cleats recommended.
• U8 Required: shin guards, cleats, size #4 ball.
• Not allowed: Jewelry or hats
• Eye Glasses must be unbreakable sports glasses.