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Litchfield Soccer Club

Juniors Spring 2024 Registration

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

With the shortened registration period for Spring 2024, 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).

Coaches Needed!

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


Being a volunteer "coach"  requires NO soccer background, just the ability to commit to helping out every Saturday for one hour and again on Thursdays for U8.
Our Junior's program is organized by Soccer XS, who will give you every week's plan for practice and be there to run the session. The volunteer coaches are there to assist Soccer XS and help with the kids.

To become a certified volunteer coach:
1. Register to Volunteer by logging into your LSC account and going to the Volunteer tab on the left.
2. Complete your background check (Risk Status). This is just filling out an online form.
3. Complete a Safe Sport certification. This is a 1.5 hour online training class.

Info on completing the Risk Status and Safe Sport can be found on our website:
https://clubs.bluesombrero.com/Default.aspx?tabid=1076903


Please consider volunteering so that we can allow more children to participate!



 
 

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


 
  

Juniors U5 Program Information

U5 SOCCER HEROES FOR BOYS & GIRLS

(2019 & 2020 birthyear)

Saturdays:  11am-12pm
Dates: 4/20-6/8

Location: White Memorial Fields, Route 63

u5 soccer heroes flyer - litchfield fall 2021.pdf

An Engaging Introduction to Soccer

The Soccer Heroes program has been designed to provide an age specific approach to learning the game of soccer. Utilizing the Soccer Heroes theme and our fun story based curriculum, this program engages players and parents alike and fosters a memorable first soccer experience. Soccer XS coaching support helps create a dynamic training environment and supports volunteer coaches, some of whom may be coaching for the very first time.U5 Soccer Heroes

If you're a parent of young children, you know that life is about play, fun and making friends. The Soccer Heroes program brings that same approach of fun, discovery and learning in a soccer program that engages the whole family and creates lasting memories.

The 8 week, age specific program, is a step by step interactive development guide for youth soccer organizations that run U5 soccer programs. The curriculum is based around the adventures of Amazing Ava and Super Joel who get their super powers from a special soccer ball. The program is based around 3 developmental areas:

  • Storytelling
  • Imagination & Play
  • Motor Skills Development

All of the learning points are integrated into the games, stories and play; this allows the children to learn in their natural environment while having fun.

The role of the coach is one of story teller and activity facilitator, with the coaching points integrated into the stories. Learning to play with the ball is all part of the stories and the fun. Each child has their own Soccer Heroes soccer ball which teaches them Ava and Joel's soccer super powers as we progress through the season. The program is fun for player’s, coaches and parents alike, it will create a memorable soccer experience for everyone involved and will leave everyone looking forward to their next soccer season.

Program Features:
  • Weekly Professional Training Support (1 training session per week on Saturday mornings)
  • Age Specific Curriculum Support for Volunteer Coaches
  • Soccer Heroes Jersey (Club logo printed left chest)
  • Soccer Heroes Soccer Ball (Part of the curriculum approach)
  • Soccer Heroes Graduation Certificate
  • Professional trainer in a 1:4 trainer to team ratio.
  • End of season ‘Super Heroes’ themed event

U5 Equipment

  • Supplied: jersey and ball (distributed at first session)
  • Required: shin guards.
  • Not allowed: Jewelry or Hats
  • Eye glasses must be unbreakable "sports" glasses

For questions about the Juniors Program, please contact  [email protected]

Juniors U6 & U8 Program Information

U6 & U8 SEASONAL DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL
(2016-2018 birthyears)

U6 Saturdays:  9:45am-10:45am 

U8 Saturdays:  8:30am-9:30am, plus 1 weeknight practice, Thursdays 5:30-6:30pm

Dates: 4/20-6/8

Location:  White Memorial Fields, Route 63

u6-u8 sds flyer - litchfield fall 2021.pdf


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.

For questions about the Juniors Program, please contact  [email protected]

Juniors Registration Information

Juniors Soccer Registration Information:

Spring 2024 REGISTRATION is open until March 20th. There are very limited spots available until we get more certified parent volunteers.



Juniors soccer is for kids ages 3-7 with birthdates from January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2020 for the 2023-2024 season.

Age Levels:  The age group you child will be registered for is dictated by their birth year as per CJSA and US Soccer. Click here to read more and see the Birth Year chartbirth year matrix and chart.pdf

Spring 2024 dates:  8 weeks from

Registration fees are:
U-5 (3 & 4 year old) are $120
U-6 (5 year old) $135
U-8 (6 & 7 year old) $155

Uniforms Jerseys are included with registration.
Fill out your size in the registration form.

No Juniors registrations will be accepted after  March 20, 2024


For all General Registration information click here Registration Information


For any questions on Registration please contact Amy Shannon at [email protected]

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Litchfield Soccer Club

PO Box 1282 
Litchfield, Connecticut 06759

Email: [email protected]

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