2013-2012 RED TEAMS

OVERVIEW

At the 13U and 14U levels, the primary focus is on refining existing skills and introducing more advanced tactical concepts within the context of 11v11 play.

• Players at this age are expected to have a solid foundation in basic techniques. Training emphasizes improving the speed and accuracy of skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. This includes position-specific training to further develop technical abilities relevant to individual roles.
• Players begin to learn and apply more complex tactical concepts like understanding game structure, positioning, movement off the ball, and adapting to different game situations. This is also the stage where players start understanding principles like defensive positioning, attacking strategies, and transitions between offense and defense. Small-sided games are valuable in applying these concepts under pressure.
• There will also be emphasis to the physical development and conditioning side where players enhance their speed, agility, and endurance, which are often incorporated into attacking drills.
• Goalkeeping becomes a more specialized position, requiring dedicated training with a qualified goalkeeper trainer in addition to practicing as a field player. 
  
  

PROGRAM SPECIFICS

EPSC coaches are licensed staff members who follow a play-train-play-train model and teams will participate in the ECNL-RL, NPL-Prem or Twin Cities Soccer Leagues (TCSL) Regional leagues. The ECNL-RL and NPL-Prem leagues are year-round leagues that start in September (13U-14U) and November (15U-19U).

• The 13U and 14U red team programs are designed for players wanting to compete at the highest level within the state of Minnesota and do require a higher level of commitment than our second and third teams.
• 11v11 Games (10 outfield players and 1 goalkeeper)
• Emphasis is placed on transitioning from foundational skills to a greater understanding of the game's tactical aspects, while continuing to refine technical abilities and improving physical fitness. 

*All teams are subject to change based on tryouts. Levels of players, strength of team, and number of players could impact possible changes.