Culpeper Soccer Club

U8-U10 Academy

Program Information

The CSC Academy is focused on introducing young players to professional coaching and technical development. The training environment is perfect for U8-U10 players who love the game of soccer and are motivated to learn new skills under the guidance of licensed coaching staff. Players are encouraged to additionally participate in the CSC Recreation Program to experience regular game play. If you are a player born in 2012 who is interested in U11 Academy, please email Fro Adu at [email protected].

Program Goals & Mission.

Player Development is the number one priority of the Academy. The long-term goal is to develop players who are capable of competing at the travel soccer level and beyond. The Academy environment is exciting and challenging and will constantly test our players. As players mature, it is important to place them appropriately to ensure they are encouraged and pushed to achieve their own personal bests. The Academy Program continues to promote fun and fundamentals, while also demanding a strong work ethic, commitment, and passion for the game.

Academy Player Goals

Have the ability to attack and defend as an individual
Attempt to play using both feet
Be able to show imagination and creativity
Identify 1 v 1, 2 v 1, 2 v 2, 3 v 2, & 3 v 3 situations

Academy Personnel

Technical Director | Fro Adu | USSF National B License
U8-U10 Academy Coaches | Matt Cackowski | Michelle Bochette | Clay Warner | Gabrielle Albertella
All Academy Coaches have a USSF Grassroots License and are pursuing additional Qualifications/Licenses.

Academy Schedules & Additional Information

U8 Academy is for players born in 2015 & 2016
U9 Academy is for players born in 2014
U10 Academy is for players born in 2013
Wednesday & Friday Training Sessions | Culpeper Sports Complex
5:30 - 6:30pm for U8 Academy | 5:30 - 6:45pm for U9 & U10 Academy
Spring 2023 training dates are 3/29, 3/31, 4/5, 4/12, 4/19, 4/21, 4/26, 4/28, 5/3, 5/5.
Professional Weekly Training Sessions with Licensed Coaching Staff | 10 Total Sessions Per Season
Times and Dates are subject to change based on daylight, field availability, or weather cancellations.