Initial tryouts were held on March 12th. For chance to tryout for this summer please email Hass Zerban,
hass@sdfc.us
Program Overview
SDFC Summer Soccer provides the opportunity for motivated young players to develop their game within a well organized program under the expert guidance of dedicated and proven professional coaches. SDFC Summer Soccer is entirely supplementary to regular club programs and will NOT conflict with travel soccer commitments. The program is designed for those looking for additional soccer development during the summer vacation period.
The major purpose of SDFC Summer Soccer is to promote player development through high level training and playing opportunities, by providing a thorough curriculum which tests the players in every aspect of the game of soccer. The birth year split allows everyone to get a chance to see how Fall Soccer will shape up.
The birth year change will take place as of August this summer. This allows some flexibility and SDFC are willing to work with all players to ensure everyone has a fantastic summer.
- Open to U8 - U14 Boys and Girls
- 6 week Premier training program
- 2 x 1.5 hour practice sessions each week.
- Uniform package is the current SDFC uniform.
- Three Elite Tournaments (June & July)
GIRLS:
EDP Classic (NJ) - Sat & Sun
POCONO Cup (PA) - Sat & Sun.
MAPS CAPS Challenge (NJ) Sat & Sun.
BOYS:
EDP Classic (NJ) - Sat & Sun June
POCONO Cup (PA) - Sat & Sun. July
MAPS CAPS Challenge (NJ) Sat & Sun. July
What is the new birth year age group system?
Birth Year refers to players born between January 1st and December 31st. To follow the standards for field dimensions, tournament and league play, the "U..." system will still be in effect. For 2016-2017, the age groups will be (click here for full age group chart):
- U7 - players born in 2010
- U8 - players born in 2009
- U9 - players born in 2008
- etc etc
Why are the USSF mandating the change?
From Tab Ramos (USSF Youth Technical Director) "It puts our players on the same age-playing calendar as the rest of the world so they will be used to competing in the right age group. That makes it much easier for us to scout for the National Teams and find players ready to compete internationally."
Does this apply to both boys and girls?
Yes.
Does a player HAVE to play in the birth year or can they "play up"?
Similar to the current system, if it is developmentally appropriate, players will be given the opportunity to play up. As we transition into the age group change we do envisage that there will be increased opportunities for players to "play up" as they remain with their current "age group". One of US Soccer’s primary directives is for players to play up an age group if their club feels their talent dictates this. We have always tried to do this at SDFC in the best interest of individual development and will continue to do so with the new classifications on a case by case basis.
Testimonials
"Rich did a terrific job with the players – The summer season was a great kick start to our fall season preparations."
U11 Girls Parent (2014)
"The coaches done a great job with the boys and gave them freedom to express themselves in games and in practices"
U10 Boys Parent (2012)
"My son loved playing and, we would return to the program no question. It was great meeting new families"
U8 Boys Parent (2011)
"I thought that Mark was excellent with the group and my daughter loved his coaching"
U9 Girls Parent (2012)
"My Son had a fantastic experience playing and training at a competitive level"
U10 Boys Parent (2013)
"Great fun, we looked forward to the weekends at the tournaments"
U9 Boys Parent (2014)
"Had an amazing time watching the team play really good soccer"
U10 Girls Parent (2015)