Development Program (u8-u12)

U8 - U12 Development Program - Building the Foundation

The Barrie Soccer Club’s Development Program begins at U8 (7-8 years old) and ends at U12 (11-12 years old). It is open to players who already have foundational knowledge of soccer, have typically played in House League or a similar program, are passionate about the game and are looking to develop their skills. The goal of entering the development program is to achieve selection in the competitive phase of U13+.

The Development Program curriculum is developed by the Club Technical Director and each division is led by their own qualified Technical Lead and Assistant Coaches. It is a proven tailor made program to help players reach their development potential with an emphasis on technical, tactical, mental and physical components. We have a strong emphasis on teaching core values that help with character development

It is an 11-month program which includes 2 indoor training sessions a week from November to April. From May to September, in addition to 2 outdoor training sessions, there could be a weekly game as well as a few summer festivals. ​

U8 includes 2 indoor training sessions a week from November to April. From May to September, in addition to 2 outdoor training sessions, the players attend select U8 festivals against other clubs in Huronia and/or York Region.

For U9-U12, typically 2-3 teams are formed per age division and gender depending on player registration numbers. The York Team (Blue Team), which travels to the Greater Toronto Area for games and festivals in the summer season and the Huronia Team (White Team), which travels within Simcoe County (e.g. Orillia, Innisfil, Collingwood, etc.) for games and festivals in the summer season. Travel can also include trips to places including Bracebridge, Huntsville, North Bay, and Sudbury.

Teams are expected to develop and manage their own budget that will include their costs for the year. Teams are responsible to plan for sponsors and fundraising activities that will offset most if not all of these costs. A Team Manager (volunteer parent) is selected to manage the team budget as well as other matters related to planning the year and facilitating game day duties.

To join this program, or for more information contact the Barrie Soccer Club office at bsctd@barriesoccer.com or call the office at 705-739-7844.