U8 PROGRAM Overview

Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM (only)

Coaching: Training is led by our Competitive Academy Director with support from U8 Team Facilitators

Start Date: Practices begin in October

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U8 Program General Information

Items needed by each player

  • Soccer Ball: Size 3
  • Soccer Cleats: Cleats specifically designed for soccer; Baseball & Football cleats are not allowed.
  • Shin guards: Every player MUST wear shin-guards fully covered by their socks.
  • Water: Every player should bring water for hydration during practices and games.


Practice Schedule

  • Day/Time: Wednesdays, 6:00–7:30 PM (only)
  • Start Date: Practices begin in October
  • Led By: Competitive Academy Director with support from U8 Team Facilitators


Practice Format (90 Minutes)

  • 40-45 minutes – Instruction led by Academy Director
  • 15-20 minutes – Individual Team Time
  • 20-30 minutes – Mini Games to apply skills learned that night.


Team Formation

  • Teams will be created using the Blind Draw system (per GYSA rules).
  • Maximum of 8 players per team/facilitator.


League Format

  • If registrations allow us to form 6 teams in a gender, all games will remain in-house (no travel).
  • If registrations do not allow us to form a minimum of 6 teams, teams will participate in the GYSA U-8 Travel Program.
  • Game Days: Saturdays, starting the first week of November through end of February.


U8 Program Game Day Information