Spring/Summer Junior Academy Program

U7/U8 (2016 & 2017 Birth Years)

OVERVIEW


The Junior Academy program is designed for players more advanced in their technical and tactical abilities with hopes of joining the travel program in future seasons. Junior Academy players will be trained by our professional coaching staff during the Spring/Summer Recreational season. This is a separate program from our Recreational League to introduce them to the travel program training/playing expectations. Traveling soccer leagues are formed based on birth year, with U7/U8's being only players having a 2016 & 2017 birth year.


Example Schedule:

- 1x/week pool training w/ Professional Club Staff

- 1x/ week games on assigned JA teams within Rec League

- 1x/week optional training with Volunteer Coaches (required curriculum provided)


2024 SEssion dates: 

Game Dates: May 11, 18, 25; June 1, 8, 22

Pool Training Dates: May 6, 13, 20; June 3, 10, 17

Team Training Dates: All Practice times and locations are scheduled independently at the discretion of the volunteer coach. Coaches are encouraged to work with the best available days/times for their individual team/families

Registration & FEES


REGISTRATION COST: $180


Deadline

Registrations before April 15, 2024 will be guaranteed placement.

Any registrations received after the deadline will result in a $15 LATE FEE. Registrations received after April 15 will be accepted as space on teams will allow or may be placed on a wait list. Please note - registering late will result in a delay of uniform up to 2-3 weeks. 


Refund Policy: 

If a player drops for any reason, the refund will be as follows:

  • Prior to the Late Fee taking effect (prior to April 15, 2024): A full refund will be issued on request.
  • After the Late Fee takes effect but prior ot team announcement: Refund of all but a $25 admin fee
  • After teams have been announced: (even if players cannot attend scheduled practices) NO REFUND will be given


If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email Byron Wolt, our Rec Director at recmanager@lakevillesoccer.org.

REGISTRATION System DETAILS

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We are very excited to announce PlayMetrics, our new all-in-one registration and communications software platform. PlayMetrics reduces the applications you use to interact and communicate with our club and your teams. Using the PlayMetrics app on your mobile phone, you can now register and communicate with us, taking our club communication and organization to the next level. 


PlayMetrics allows you to register and communicate with your teams all in one place whether at home or on the go. It helps us communicate with all of our families more clearly and effectively, including updates to practice schedules and field closures as they happen. The PlayMetrics platform ensures that you are always in sync with your team and never out of the loop.

HOW TO REGISTER YOUR CHILD


Click here for the registration link and follow the instructions provided to create an account.


Next, verify your email and add your players to your account.


Once you’ve added players, you can register for the Spring/Summer 2024 Season.

REGISTER NOW
LSC PlayMetrics Software on a Phone

STAFF CONTACTS


RECreation DIRECTOR

Byron Wolt

recmanager@lakevillesoccer.org

FAQs for REC LEAGUES

  • If multiple divisions are available for my child, what division should I register them for?

    For the Fall season you will register them for the grade they will be entering into that fall.


    For the Spring season you should register them for their CURRENT grade. Do not register them for the grade they will be in, in the future. If they are not in grade-school yet, you should register them for the TOTs program. 


  • How will teams be formed?

    Teams are formed based on grade level. We try our best to put everyone with their classmates and friends but this is not a guarantee. There are no tryouts for the Recreation Program. Every effort will be made to honor friend requests. 


  • Will Junior Academy players and Rec League players be on the same team?

    No they will not. Rec League players will have their own team and coach while Junior Academy players will have their own pool trainings and game day rosters. 


  • Should I register my child for both the Rec Soccer League and Junior Academy?

    NO - while Junior Academy is in conjunction with the Rec League, it is a separate program. Please register for one or the other. Make sure you visit our information pages regarding both programs before registering. 


  • Will Junior Academy have multiple teams or one team?

    Our Junior Academy program will be pool training with professional coaches once a week within their age group and gender. The Rec Director will then form the teams to compete on the weekends. These teams may be subject to change in the light of absences or player development. 


  • What is the Game Format for LSC's Recreational League?

    The Recreation Program follows the United States Youth Soccer Association (USYSA) guidelines for the game format and playing time (equal playing time).  


    • (4v4) with 2x20 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the Kindergarten groups
    • (4v4) with 2x20 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 1st and 2nd-grade groups
    • (7v7 with GK’s) with 2x25 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 3rd and 4th-grade groups
    • (9v9 with GK’s) depending on total numbers 2x30 mins halves and five-minute halftime for the 5th and 6th-grade groups

  • What does is mean to be a Volunteer Coach?

    Volunteer coaches are key to the success of the program. We need volunteers! Volunteer coaches will be expected to coach the team practice once a week within their availability. They will also be expected to coach their team's games on the weekends as well.


    Without adequate volunteers, rosters will be limited, and children may be turned away. If you are interested in coaching, please indicate when you register your child. A preseason coaching clinic is offered to all volunteer coaches as well as a coaching guide to help coaches create a fun environment where kids can improve their skills.

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