The
focus for Weston FC (Select) is to allow for
player development through age appropriate training.
This type of training will afford more children
the opportunity to reach their full potential
athletically while learning various individual
skills within a group setting.
In
the U9 - U12 age groups the building blocks of
player development are:
Ball Mastery
Exercises where each player must work alone with
a ball, numerous repetitions using both feet.
Passing and Receiving
Exercises to improve a player's first touch, so
important at all levels and to encourage and teach
accurate creative passing.
Moves to beat an opponent (1v1)
Exercises and games that teach game winning individual
moves that can create space amongst the most packed
of defenses.
Speed
Exercises and games that improve acceleration,
running with and without the ball and changes
of pace.
Finishing
Exercises and games that teach technique and encourage
instinctive play.
Group Attack
Exercises and games that improve small-group combination
play with emphasis on fast break attacks.
Play the Game
Free of any over coaching from the sidelines!
The players need to be allowed the freedom to
be creative and apply what they have practiced
during the week.
In
the U13 - U19 age groups the following player
characteristics are important:
Technique
Method of accomplishing something; degree of skill
one exhibits.
Speed
Rate of movement; rapidity of motion.
Intelligence
Acquired knowledge, information and insight and
its application under pressure.
Personality
The character, characteristics and other qualities
of a particular person as it relates to the game,
competition and pressure.
Play
the Game
Even at the older age groups it’s important
that the coach not over coach on game day. The
players need the freedom to apply what they have
practiced during the week, develop their creativity
and concentration. The players need to be able
to "get in the zone" as individuals
and as a team.
For
additional information on the Weston FC program
please call 954-349-9786.
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