U13-U19 SENIOR ACADEMY

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
Curriculum
SL Benfica academy curriculum
Environment
Competitive, professional and safe
Technical Development
Advanced technical skills
Game Development
Complex tactical execution and style-of-play
Tactical Thinking
High focus on decision making and versatility
Mental Training
Development of mental strength and health
2023/24 BIRTH YEAR CHART
Under 13
Born in 2011
Under 14
Born in 2010
Under 15
Born in 2009
Under 16
Born in 2008
Under 17
Born in 2007
Under 18-19
Born in 2005 and 2006
U13-U19 PROGRAM
Season Commitment
U13-U14: Fall 2023 and Spring 2024
U15-U19: Fall 2023
Training
3 team training sessions per week
Extra Training
Futsal training incorporated as needed
Coaching
Dedicated licensed coach and mentor
Resources
Game recordings available for home/away games when available
CLUB LEAGUES

National League
USYS Piedmont Conference

Georgia Premier League
USYS State League

Championship
Georgia Soccer Local League

Conference
Georgia Soccer Local League
GAME STRUCTURE
11v11
U13-U19
Home & Away
Travel
Up to 8 hours away including overnight trips
Showcases
Showcase participation to maximize college recruitment
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Teams are separated into boys and girls teams. A singular girl can play on a boys team. A singular boy cannot play on a girls team.
Each team is required to participate in at least 1 pre-season and 1 post-season tournament. Tournament fees are separate and handled internally by each Team Manager. Please visit our tournaments page for more details.
Please visit our uniforms page for more information.
Our policy prohibits staff members from communicating specific information about a child or team to any individual not listed in the child’s registration information.
FC Sudamerica has written codes of conduct for players and parents. View club guidelines page for more information.
