Training to Compete (Ages 12 – 13): The fundamental areas of focus here is developing tactical concepts of the game while continuing to develop technical abilities.

Training sessions will be similar to the previous stage with the areas of focus becoming more complex. We will continue to work on the development of fundamental and advanced individual skills. But players should receive more in-depth tactical instructions, particularly in understanding playing positions. Players should continue to experience different positions on the field but may begin to settle into a primary position. 

Players will receive more in-depth tactical guidance as they learn different systems of play and begin to specialize in specific positions. Players should continue to experience different positions on the field but may begin to settle into a primary position.