U9 sessions can be split into beginner, intermediate or advanced, dependent on the stage of development of each individual. The basic foundations are still taught at beginner, intermediate and advanced U9 groups. This is important for development as we want to work at a consistent and growing rate, instead of making a giant leap straight into elite training. Ball mastery, passing, shooting & teamwork are still heavily focused on by coaches but are subject to alteration based on the ability of the group.
We continue to arrange friendlies as match experience at young ages is vital to understanding the game and allowing players to learn through their own performances. The more they play, the more they learn.
These games are carefully selected to mirror the current standard of the group to produce a balanced match between similar ability sides.
Girls
Our U9's are an advanced class, with many players playing at a top level as part of their respective grassroots teams. They train alongside our U10's Girls section which adds to the challenge for these girls to showcase their talents.
They're an energetic group of players and have very positive attitudes in both training sessions and games, which always leaves both players and coaches in smiles after every session.
U9's Football:
Format: 7v7
Match Time: 50 minutes (25 min halves)
Ball Size: 3
Training Topics:
Teamwork, passing, shooting, ball mastery, dribbling, defending, attacking, possession, formations, positions.
