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US Soccer Development Academy

Eastside and the Development Academy

Eastside currently offers both a 04 Boys and a 06 Boys Development Academy teams and both teams will participate in the Oregon division of the US Soccer Development Academy.

Purpose

To provide the best daily environment for dedicated, high performance youth soccer players to achieve long term individual development goals with a team of like- minded teammates, training staff, and families.

Standards

The US Soccer Development Academy requires clubs to meet 7 Key Performance Standards:

Player Development Effectiveness
Staff, Leadership, Structure, and Qualifications
Style of Play & Philosophy
Training Environment & Personal Development
Facilities & Infrastructure
Respect
Resources

All Development Academy clubs undergo two yearly evaluations by US Soccer National Staff.

Who is it for?

For the coming season the program will feature players born in 2004, 2005, 2006, and 2007
Players with high Technical, Tactical, Physical, and/or Psychological performance traits
Players and families dedicated to a 9 1/2 month competition Calendar
Players who prioritize soccer over other activities, but may still participate in other activities

Benefits

The Development Academy provides the best everyday club environment:

Focused, methodological training plan
Individual Development Plans (IDP) for each player
Long-Term Player Development
Fewer, more meaningful games
Emphasis on long-term development, less on winning
Comprehensive training and game calendar with mandatory breaks to allow for family events and other activities
Consistent exposure to top level teachers, teammates, and opponents
Minimized travel