Mini's U4-U7
Our goal is to engage girls in sport by creating fun programs for all levels of ability and commitment.
We encourage participation in more than one sport with the ultimate goal to develop our players with a love for sport and physical activity through soccer excellence.
With Programs being offered from the ages of U6-U18, we believe in teaching our youth powerful life lessons by creating bonds with teammates, coaches, and sport that will carry them through their soccer career and into adulthood on and off the field.
League Overview
U4 & U5 - Girls & Boys
Number of Players: Small Groups
Session Days: Saturdays - 1 Hour of Play
*No sessions on Thanksgiving Weekend or Family Day*
Ball size: 3
Staff: Run by NSGSC staff
U6 & U7
Number of Players: 10-12
Game Days: Sundays - 1 Hour of Play
*No sessions on Thanksgiving Weekend or Family Day*
Ball size: 3
Volunteers Required: 1 Head Coach, Assistant Coaches, Team Manager (at least one female)
Club Staff: Present to oversee session activities
Development Options: Pro D Days, Spring Break Camps, Summer Camps, Winter Break Camps
Registration Information
U4 & U5 - Girls & Boys
Dates:
FALL: September 10, 2022 - December 10, 2022
WINTER: January 7, 2023 - March 4, 2023
*No sessions on Thanksgiving Weekend or Family Day*
Days: Saturdays
Time: TBD
Location: NSGIF - North Shore Girls Indoor Facility @ Windsor Secondary
Cost: FALL: $205 , WINTER: $125
U6 & U7
Dates: September 6, 2022 - March 5, 2023
Winter Holiday Break: December 12-January 2
*No sessions on Thanksgiving Weekend or Family Day*
Days: Sundays
Time: 1 HOUR sessions ONCE/Week between 9AM - 2:45PM
Location: NSGIF - North Shore Girls Indoor Facility @ Windsor Secondary
Cost: $305
Focus Points
Passing Sessions
Passing is part of maintaining possession, so keeping the ball is the key to passing. Important aspects of successful passing are:
- TECHNIQUE - Quality and Consistency
- JUDGEMENT - When and why you pass
- VISION - Where to play the ball
2 Touch is important because:
- 1st touch controls the ball to ensure the best chance of a good pass
- Direction of 1st touch signals where the pass is likely to go
- Gives more time to help make a better decision and pass
Key points:
- Good 1st touch so the ball is out of your feet
- Non-kicking foot in line with the ball, pointing at the target, knee bent
- Kicking foot should have the toe up making a V to lock ankle
- The area from the bottom of your big toe to the back of your heel make contact with the ball
- Follow through so that the target can see the bottom of your shoe.
Dribbling Sessions
Dribbling is one of the actions that happens the most often in the game and therefore a lot of focus should be put on building their confidence and success in this area.
Key points:
- Good 1st touch so the ball is out of your feet
- Non-kicking foot in line with the ball, pointing at the target, knee bent
- Kicking foot should have the toe up making a V to lock ankle
- The area from the bottom of your big toe to the back of your heel make contact with the ball
- Follow through so that the target can see the bottom of your shoe.
Receiving Sessions
The first touch is the most important touch in maintaining possession. It sets you up for the next touch which could be a dribble, pass or shot.
Key Points (receiving on the ground):
- Keep your eye on the ball
- Receive the ball away from the pressure (defender)
- Lock ankle: toe is up, knee is bent, leg makes a check mark
- Don’t stop the ball!!! Prepare it for the next action: dribble, pass, shot, or to play away from pressure
Key Points (receiving in the air):
- Eye on the ball to read the flight, speed and direction of the ball
- What part of the body are you going to use? Foot, thigh, or chest?
- Get in line with the path of the ball
- Cushion ball with the body part presented to slow it down and preparing for the next touch
Quick Links
PHONE: (236) 476 - 3350 | MAILING: PO Box 37031 2032 Lonsdale Ave N Van. V7M 2K0
