Why YMS Academy?

The YMS academy program is the only program in the area that spans three years of player development (U8-U10) to help every player develop to their full potential at a time when early skill development is critical to future play. 

 

Can my child play other sports? 

Yes! We appreciate and encourage well rounded kids and understand other sports/activities may conflict with soccer. We do ask that, for the benefit of the player and their skill development, they try to make most practices and games.

 

What player is the academy right for?

The academy program is a good fit for any child who excels on their in-house team and needs a more challenging environment to develop their individual skills as players. Practices are twice week with paid professional trainers to provide skills beyond our in-house recreation program. 

 

What does the YMS Academy 3-year program generally look like?

• 10 weeks fall (Sept.-Nov.)
• 6 weeks winter indoor 
• 10 weeks spring (March-May)

U8 Overview: 

• Training 2x/week, 1.5 hours with professional paid trainers 
• Weekend “blue/white” U8 academy games with trainers in mixed ability player pools
• 3-4 weekend small-sided festivals with other area clubs 

U9 Overview:

• Training 2x/week, 1.5 hours with professional paid trainers 
• Fall: weekend “blue/white” U9 academy games with trainers in mixed ability and/or tiered player pools (academy ACG decision based on pool of players)
• Spring: weekend league play in ability-based player pools; YMS EPIC tournament

U10 Overview: 

• Training 2x/week, 1.5 hours with professional paid trainers 
• Fall/spring: weekend league play with ability-based teams; several tournament opportunities

 

Questions? Email academydirector@ymssoccer.net