Introduction: STYSA's Academy is an advanced recreational program developed for players who are ready to expand their soccer abilities. The program will focus mainly on honing individual skills and introducing team-oriented concepts in a friendly environment, so that players feel free to experiment and enjoy the game.
Objective: The main objective of the STYSA Academy Program is to strengthen player development.
Who should participate? Players who are committed to developing their soccer skills.
What is included? Academy training will focus on individual skills such as body coordination, dribbling, passing, ball control, shooting and creativity, as well as basic team tactics such as positional responsibilities on the field. Skills will be further developed through fun games supervised by licensed coaches.
What age groups participate in the program? We focus on the 9U and 10U age groups. Depending on seasonal interest, STYSA may also offer 7U and 8U programs. We play with other Clubs members of the Louisiana Soccer Academy Program (LSAP) and with Academy teams from other Clubs. See below for more information.
9U/10U Academy:
The STYSA Academy Program is for 9U and 10U Boys and Girls who want to participate in a structured program focused on player development. The program will prepare players for the transition to the STYSA ELITE Competitive Program (starting at 11U).
The STYSA Academy Program is run by licensed and certified coaches and trainers, and conducts two (2) training sessions per week.
Academy weekend games are played against other Academy teams from neighboring clubs (example: BRSC, MSC, SYSC). Some travel is required. Players will become familiar with traveling and playing other opponents with the goal of improving both the player's individual technical skills, while introducing the team to the tactical components of the game. STYSA’s 9U/10U Academy Program fee includes a limited budget for jamborees/festivals.
All STYSA Academy games are coached by licensed and certified coaches.
Registration fee is per Season (Fall or Spring). Uniform is included in the registration fee.