Sporting Springfield
Juniors U4-U6
The first step in soccer growth and development begins with a love of the game and especially a love of having the ball. That is created with quality time learning the nuances of the ball. How do you make it roll left, right, short, long, soft, hard, straight, curved? At this age level, we give players time with the ball at their feet, learning and loving the ball, and building a foundation to grow upon as they get older.
They will typically train one time per week for 45 minutes.
Youth Academy U7-U8
The foundation of any successful soccer club around the world is found within it's youth development program. Based upon the premise that playing the game of soccer is one of the best ways to learn it; players are placed into an environment where they focus on individual technical skills first, and play small-sided games.
Teams train one time per week for 60 minutes
Competitive U9-U10
Introduction to more competitive soccer and a bigger field. Teams play in a structured league at LCS. We introduce tournament play with one per season and typically in town at U9, and add in additional local tournament at U10.
Teams typically train two times per week for one and a half hours per session.
Competitive U11-U12
Teams start to become a bit more of a focus here in this age group, while still maintaining a strong focus on player development. Players are placed into team/player pools where continuing to learn how to play the game and mastering individual technical skills are the main focus. Exposure to tournaments and outside league competition continues at these ages. Teams typically participate in the following tournaments, Clorox Cup, Metro Fall Classic, Champions Challenge, LCS Fall Classic, KC Select Mother’s Day, Tony Glavin Spring Classic, and many others. Our kids begin playing against the best teams/players in the country and realizing what they are capable of doing. Most league play will be at LCS.
Teams typically train two times per week for one and a half hours per session.
Competitive U13-U19
Teams and players are now focused on team success and exposure to the highest levels of competition within the Midwest and United States. Player development is continued here as the ability to get players to the next level is a primary goal. College exposure is obtained by attending the highest level of college showcases in the nation. Teams typically at these ages participate in the Heartland League in Kansas City, Midwest Regional League, and National Premier League. They also take part in the FC Dallas Showcase, SLSG Boys College Showcase, TSC Sam Shannon Showcase, Disney Soccer Showcase, Score at the Shore (FL), Showcase of the South and the College Search Kickoff.
Teams typically train two times per week for one and a half hours per session.
Ozark HS Partnership!!
What? Ozark HS Soccer and Sporting Springfield training development progam.
Why? To introduce the sport of soccer to Ozark families that would not otherwise have access, and help them grow and develop a love of the sport!
When? Mondays, September 11 - October 16, 2023
Where? Ozark HS Grass Field (1350 W Bluff Dr, Ozark, MO 65721)
How much? $80/player includes a performance shirt
For more information email --> Coach Craig Kondracki
