🏟️ Epic Soccer Club – Academy Program Structure
(U6–U10 | 2025/26 Season)
🏟️ Academy Age Groups – 2025/26 Season
| Age Group | Birth Year Cutoff |
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| 11U | January 1, 2015 and younger |
| 10U | January 1, 2016 and younger |
| 9U | January 1, 2017 and younger |
| 8U | January 1, 2018 and younger |
| 7U | January 1, 2019 and younger |
| 6U | January 1, 2020 and younger |
🧒 Players
We welcome young athletes who love the game and are excited to learn. Players will develop both technical and tactical soccer skills, along with an understanding of teamwork and game expectations.
🧑🏫 Coaches
Our Academy coaches are dedicated volunteers with years of experience coaching youth players at various levels. All coaches receive training and guidance to ensure a positive and developmental environment.
🌟 Team Goals
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Promote fun, safety, and learning
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Encourage a love for the game
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Help each child grow as a player and teammate
🗓️ Game Schedule
📅 Practice Schedule
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Practices begin in August and continue through April
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Practice 2x per week — Locations, days, and times TBA
🏆 Tournaments
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Tournament participation is determined after team formation
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Parents will be informed during the initial team meeting
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U6–U10: Recommended 3–4 tournaments per season
💰 Costs
🧮 Game Format & Roster Sizes
| Age | Birth Year | Roster Size | Players on Field |
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| U6 | 2019 | 6–8 | 4v4 (No Goalkeepers) |
| U7 | 2018 | 6–8 | 4v4 (No Goalkeepers) |
| U8 | 2017 | 6–8 | 4v4 (No Goalkeepers) |
| U9 | 2016 | 9–12 | 7v7 (Includes Goalkeeper) |
| U10 | 2015 | 9–12 | 7v7 (Includes Goalkeeper) |
⏱️ Game Duration
| Age | # of Periods | Period Length | Breaks Between | Halftime | Total Time |
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| U6–U8 | 4 | 10 min | 2 min | 5 min | 40 min |
| U9–U10 | 4 | 12.5 min | 2 min | 5 min | 50 min |