The Select program represents the highest level of competition offered within our club for both boys and girls. This program is designed for players who are ready to take the next step in their development by committing to higher training standards and stronger competition. Players in the Select program train regularly with their teams and compete against strong opponents across the region.

Whether a player’s goal is to play for their high school team, continue competing at a high level, or pursue opportunities at the collegiate level, our program is designed to help them reach their personal goals providing an environment where players can develop their skills, challenge themselves, and grow both as athletes and individuals.

PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PATHWAY

The Select program supports players as they progress through important stages of athletic development.

U11–U14: Training to Train

In these age groups, players focus on building a strong technical and tactical foundation while developing the habits needed for competitive soccer. Training emphasizes:

  • Technical skill development and ball mastery
  • Decision-making in game situations
  • Tactical understanding of team play
  • Confidence and resilience in competition

U15–U19: Training to Compete

Older players begin applying their skills in increasingly competitive environments while preparing for future opportunities such as high school soccer and potential collegiate pathways. Training emphasizes:

  • Advanced tactical understanding
  • Game management and decision-making under pressure
  • Strength, speed, and athletic performance
  • Leadership, communication, and team accountability

A STRUCTURED DEVELOPMENT CURRICULUM 

The Select program follows a structured, evidence-based training curriculum aligned with international development standards. Players train within a 10-month development cycle, designed specifically for the demands of each age group. Training sessions focus on building:

  • Advanced technical skills
  • Tactical awareness and game intelligence
  • Physical performance and athletic development
  • Competitive confidence and resilience

This long-term approach ensures players receive consistent, high-quality development throughout the season.Coaching Standards and Player Safety. Our coaches are held to high professional and safety standards to ensure that every player is supported in a positive, safe environment. All Select coaches follow club-wide coaching expectations that include:

  • A positive coaching model
  • A development-first philosophy
  • Athlete-centered communication
  • Consistent supervision and clear safety procedures
  • Ongoing coaching education to stay current with the evolving game

These standards ensure that every player is coached by qualified, experienced, and committed staff who prioritize both player development and player safety.

PREPARING PLAYERS FOR THE FUTURE

Our goal is not simply to develop soccer players, but to help young athletes build skills and character that extend beyond the game.

For players interested in continuing soccer after high school, our coaches maintain an extensive network of collegiate contacts and can assist families in navigating the recruiting process. We also believe that success in soccer does not mean only pursuing the Division I pathway.

Our focus is on helping each player find the environment where they will thrive—whether that is Division I, II, III, NAIA, JCC, or simply continuing to enjoy the game competitively. Through soccer, players develop discipline, resilience, teamwork, leadership, and confidence— skills that will serve them throughout their lives.

COMMITMENT AND TEAM STRUCTURE

Select teams are formed through annual tryouts, and players who are selected commit to their teams for the full soccer season (Fall–Spring).

  • U11–U14 – Teams compete together throughout the full soccer year.
  • U15–U19 – Teams compete throughout the full soccer year, with a break during the high school soccer season (March–May) to allow players to represent their schools.

A COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT WHILE KEEPING THE JOY OF THE GAME 

The Select program provides an environment where players can develop at a high level while continuing to enjoy the sport they love. Our goal is to help players:

  • Build strong technical and athletic foundations
  • Grow in confidence and competitive resilience
  • Develop leadership and teamwork
  • Prepare for future opportunities in soccer and beyond

Most importantly, we want every player to leave the field better than they arrived—both as athletes and as people.