1st/2nd Grade: A transitional year where players are introduced to rules of the games (Goal kicks, Throw ins, Corners) as well as the use of a goalkeeper. Positions are introduced, but not with emphasis. Individual ball mastery will continue to develop dribbling skills, while players will now begin to work with a teammate/s to better their passing and receiving.
When: 8 weeks (4/14, 4/21,4/28, 5/5, 5/12, 5/19, 6/2, 6/9)
1:45 - 2:45
Where: Alphabet
Format: 4v4 Scrimmage play
Cost: $150
| Coaches | Contact | Team |
|---|---|---|
| Charlie Hopper | [email protected] | Chicago Red Stars |
| Ryan Gichrist | [email protected] | Chicago Red Stars |
| James Bell | [email protected] | Houston Dash |
| Jonathan Levy | [email protected] | Houston Dash |
| Charles Miller | [email protected] | NC Courage |
| Zach Sadek | [email protected] | NC Courage |
| Jillian Scaife | [email protected] | San Diego Wave |
| Jaclyn McDonald | [email protected] | San Diego Wave |
| Week 1 | |||
| 4/14, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | Chicago Red Stars | Field 1 |
| 4/14, 1:45 - 2:45 | NC Courage | San Diego Wave | Field 2 |
| Week 2 | |||
| 4/21, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | NC Courage | Field 1 |
| 4/21, 1:45 - 2:45 | San Diego Wave | Chicago Red Stars | Field 2 |
| Week 3 | |||
| 4/28, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | San Diego Wave | Field 1 |
| 4/28, 1:45 - 2:45 | Chicago Red Stars | NC Courage | Field 2 |
| Week 4 | |||
| 5/5, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | Chicago Red Stars | Field 1 |
| 5/5, 1:45 - 2:45 | NC Courage | San Diego Wave | Field 2 |
| Week 5 | |||
| 5/12, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | NC Courage | Field 1 |
| 5/12, 1:45 - 2:45 | San Diego Wave | Chicago Red Stars | Field 2 |
| Week 6 | |||
| 5/19, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | San Diego Wave | Field 1 |
| 5/19, 1:45 - 2:45 | Chicago Red Stars | NC Courage | Field 2 |
| Week 7 | |||
| 6/2, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | Chicago Red Stars | Field 1 |
| 6/2, 1:45 - 2:45 | NC Courage | San Diego Wave | Field 2 |
| Week 8 | |||
| 6/9, 1:45 - 2:45 | Houston Dash | NC Courage | Field 1 |
| 6/9, 1:45 - 2:45 | San Diego Wave | Chicago Red Stars | Field 2 |
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Psychological: |
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Introduce proper shooting technique. Dribbling, Turning, Passing, Receiving Shooting. Encourage players to juggle. |
Attacking & Defending (1v1, 2v1 & 2v2). Introduce positions, but without emphasis. Shape – Forming Triangles Space = time = better decisions Rules of the game |
ACTIVE SESSIONS: Change of speed. Small sided games will improve control of one’s body and increase speed of play. |
FUN! Social. Engaging and positive environment. Try your best! Encourage teamwork. Good sportsmanship. |
