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How is a Mini Program Session Structured?Â
How is a Mini Program Session Structured?Â
Tiny Tots (U2-U4) are "Parent & Tot" and UDFC staff will run the session. The focus of Tiny Tots U2-U4 sessions is physical literacy and introduction to the ball. Fun soccer-themed games are played throughout the 35-minute-long sessions. United DFC staff will run the sessions and grown ups will participate with their Tiny Tot player.
Active Start (U5 - U6) teams will a have station based session each 45 minute practice. Teams are coached by volunteers. The team will always begin in the same location on the field.
Sevens (U7) will have 3 station based practices and a "Game Night" on the 4th night. Teams are coached by volunteers. Practices are 55 minutes long.
Fundamentals (U8-U9) will alternate between station nights and Game Nights. Teams are coached by volunteers. Practices are 55 minutes long
What does a Station Based Practice look like?
What does a Station Based Practice look like?
The U5-U9 station based practices have 4 stations. Every 10-15 minutes, teams will rotate clockwise. There are usually 2 scrimmage stations and 2 game stations. All the stations will be planned and set up by UDFC staff prior to the beginning of practice. Volunteer coaches do not have to carry gear or worry about set up.
What does a Festival or Game Night look like?
What does a Festival or Game Night look like?
Festival or Game Nights will be games only. Teams will play two 20 minute games against two different teams. U7 will play 3 v 3. U8-U9 will play 5 v 5. Teams may be asked to go to a different field in CH or Dartmouth for a Tournament night so they can play against different teams.
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