U9-U12 JUNIOR ACADEMY

PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES
Curriculum
SL Benfica academy curriculum
Environment
Competitive, professional and safe
Technical Development
Focus on strong ball control and skills
Game Development
Introduction to game tactics and formations
Tactical Thinking
Development of decision making and soccer IQ
2023/24 BIRTH YEAR CHART
Under 9
Born in 2015 and 2016
Under 10
Born in 2014
Under 11
Born in 2013
Under 12
Born in 2012
U9-U12 PROGRAM
Season Commitment
Fall 2023 and Spring 2024
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 games
GAME STRUCTURE
7v7
U9-U10
Home & Away
9v9
U11-U12
Home & Away
Travel
Up to 1 .5 hours from Cumming, GA
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.
