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AGES U9-U19

SEASON

Seasonal Year (Fall & Spring)

COMMITMENT

2- 3 x Practice per Week | 7 – 9 Weekend Games per Season | Plus Tournaments
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U9-U19 Player Development Platform

The mission of the DYS Select Program is simple: develop complete youth soccer players. Select teams are formed through annual tryouts, where players are evaluated on their ability to contribute to a team environment that challenges them appropriately and accelerates their growth.

Under the guidance of our experienced, professional coaching staff, Select players receive:

  • Technical development focused on ball mastery, decision‑making, and functional skills
  • Tactical education that deepens their understanding of systems, roles, and game intelligence
  • A competitive environment that encourages accountability and long‑term development
  • A structured pathway that prepares players for advancement into higher competitive levels

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Competitive Soccer

Competitive soccer is tryout-based on a yearly basis, approx. 30 weeks (15 weeks Fall / 15 weeks Spring).

Ages

U9 to U19 boys and girls. Central Pennsylvania Youth Soccer League

Training

2- 3 x weekly training sessions.

Games

7 - 9 Weekly league matches per season against opponents at at the local and district levels.

Development

Advanced training curriculum led by experienced staff members and Directors of Coaching.

Season Extras

Participation in tournaments throughout the year. (Included in Cost)

PLAYER EXPECTATIONS

Time Commitment

Approximately 30 weeks per year (Fall & Spring seasons). With 2-3 training sessions per week.

ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENT

Players are expected to attend all trainings and games.

Player Behavior & Conduct

Players are expected to demonstrate respectful behavior on and off the field.

Competition

Weekly league games during the season.

Player Commitment

Commitment to the full seasonal program is required.

Communication

Official communication is handled through club-approved channels.

Player Development

Our Player Development approach focuses on building confident, well-rounded players through intentional training, technical mastery, and game intelligence.

Training Structure

Consistent, Age-Appropriate Sessions

  • 2 – 3 structured team trainings per week.
  • Sessions designed for long-term development, not short-term results.
  • Coaches following a unified club curriculum.
Technical Skills

Mastery of the Fundamentals

  • Ball control, first touch, and passing accuracy.
  • Dribbling, shooting, and finishing techniques.
  • Position-specific technical development.
Tactical Understanding

Playing the Game the Right Way

  • Decision-making in game-like scenarios.
  • Team shape, spacing, and transitions.
  • Understanding individual roles within the system.
Physical Development

Building Athletic Foundations

  • Speed, agility, and coordination.
  • Strength and injury-prevention exercises.
  • Age-appropriate conditioning integrated into training.
Mental and Personal Growth

Developing Confident Competitors

  • Coachability, resilience, and focus.
  • Accountability and positive team culture.
  • Leadership and communication on and off the field.
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