Foundation
PHASE
7v7 (U9-U10)
OVERVIEW
The Foundation Phase at Xtra Soccer Academy builds upon earlier development while introducing more advanced technical skills and a deeper understanding of the game. Players in this stage refine ball control, improve tactical awareness, and begin experiencing competitive environments. This phase emphasizes both individual growth and early team concepts.
KEy Focus
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Expanded Ball Mastery: Enhancing dribbling, passing, and receiving for greater control and confidence.
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Individual Technical Training: Footwork, ball control, and precision-based skill development.
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Competitive Games: Small-sided games to improve decision-making and game awareness.
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1v1, 2v2, 3v3 Scenarios: Fast-paced challenges that encourage quick thinking under pressure.
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Limited Tactical Training: Intro to positioning and off-ball movement to build tactical foundations.
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Listening, Concentration & Behavior: Reinforcing discipline, focus, and maturity.
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Player Evaluations: Tracking growth and identifying areas for improvement.
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The Foundation Phase prepares players for more complex challenges in the Pre-Academy phase and beyond.
Gold Team Program
(Training, Development, Pricing)
Training: Two practices per week during Fall, Winter & Spring.
League: NYSL Fall & Spring + optional Winter League.
Tournaments: 2–3 each Fall & Spring, with Winter options.
Member Perks: LeagueApps communication + 50% discount on Camps & Programs.
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Obligated Team Fees: Obligated team fees include fall and spring team tournament fees (the total team cost divided evenly among all rostered players) and uniforms.
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Optional Team Fees: Optional team fees apply to winter league play and winter tournaments conducted between November 1 and March 1, and players are not required to participate in league or tournament play.
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COST: $999 + Team Fees
WHITE Team Program
(Training, Development, Pricing)
Training: Two practices per week in Fall & Spring; one per week in Winter.
League: NYSL Fall & Spring + optional Winter League.
Tournaments: 2–3 each Fall & Spring, with Winter options.
Member Perks: LeagueApps communication + 50% discount on Camps & Programs.
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Obligated Team Fees: Obligated team fees include fall and spring team tournament fees (the total team cost divided evenly among all rostered players) and uniforms.
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Optional Team Fees: Optional team fees apply to winter league play and winter tournaments conducted between November 1 and March 1, and players are not required to participate in league or tournament play.
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