Who is it for: Committed 09U-12U players interested in competitive soccer and looking for a professionally managed year-long team training environment.

Purpose: Provide top-level training on an age appropriate competitive calendar.

Coaching: Instruction provided by experienced, USSF Licensed staff coaches based on yearly curriculum.

We will consider play-up opportunities for any players.

Time Commitment: 8-month season with built in breaks and flexible attendance periods.

Fall:  August – November
Spring: February – May

• 8-10 Game season:  4-5 home games and 4-5 away games vs. local opponent
• 11U/12U 9v9: 30 minute halves, 1 referee
• 09U/10U 7v7: 30 minute halves 1 referee
• No standings or post-season play

Minimal substitutions during games and 50% guaranteed playing time per week for every rostered player.

THE BFC ACADEMY REQUIRES PERFORMANCE STANDARDS

• Player Development Effectiveness
• Staff, Leadership, Structure, and Qualifications
• Style of Play & Philosophy
• Training Environment & Personal Development
• Facilities & Infrastructure
• Respect
• Resources

The BFC Academy provides the best everyday club environment:

• Focused, methodological training plan
• Individual Development Plans (IDP) for each player
• Long-Term Player Development
• Fewer, more meaningful games
• Emphasis on long-term development, less on winning
• Comprehensive training and game calendar with mandatory breaks to allow for family events and other activities
• Consistent exposure to top level teachers, teammates, and opponents
• Minimized travel

Important Dates:

• Development Camp: 5/21, 5/22, 5/23
• 09U-13U Tryouts: 5/28, 5/29, 5/30
• 09U-13U Signing Day: 6/3
• 14U-19U Tryouts: 6/4, 6/5, 6/6
• 14U-19U Signing Day: 6/10
• Registration Deadline:  7/8
• Team Camp: TBA

Direct questions to info@brookhavenfc.soccer