2012-2013 OP EAGLES U8 ACADEMY PROGRAM

The U8 Academy just completed its’ most successful season, fielding 5 teams and over 45 players. We were the only team competing in our Central Ohio league to ’pool’ our players for games. This means that they were randomly mixed every game to achieve a new experience every time. We also hosted two ’friendly weekends’ at our own soccer facility, with 29 teams participating. We invite you to experience the finest Academy program in the region, with the opportunity to join the most successful club in the state.

The Program: The Ohio Premier Eagles Soccer Club is pleased to announce that we will again be offering our OP Eagles Academy Program to the U7/U8 age group. Our U8 Academy Program will be for all U7/8 girls and boys who love the game of soccer and wish to improve their ball skills. The OP Eagles Soccer Club will provide a safe, fun environment for the players to practice and play under the guidance of licensed, professional soccer coaches and highly qualified support staff who specialize in working with and developing young soccer players.

How does the U8 Academy work? The U8 Academy program is for all girls and boys born between 8/1/04 and 7/31/06. There are no tryouts or cuts for this program. The players will enjoy 1-2 training sessions per week and have games against other teams in the Columbus area. During game day activities players will be randomly assigned with different players each game. At training, all players will train together.

How is this different? The Ohio Premier Eagles U8 Academy uses the concept of ’player pools’ instead of the old and antiquated team system. ’Player pools’ allow the players to train together as a group and then be randomly assigned to a ’team’ for each game. The ’player pool’ method has been incredibly successful with many of the top clubs across the country and around the world. It is the individual ball skills, creativity and love of the game that creates exciting soccer players who can play on successful teams. This is why the ’player pool’ style works well in helping players reach the next level of play. Players are encouraged to be creative when playing, to play without any fear of making mistakes and to express themselves positively on the soccer field.

Who is this for? OP Eagles U8 Academy is for all girls and boys who have the desire to play highly competitive soccer and learn from experienced professional coaches.

What is the cost? $600 for the entire fall and spring seasons (pro-rated for just the spring). Winter indoor is available at the OP Eagles Indoor Training Facility.

How do I get more information? Contact Chaz Freutel, U8 Academy Director at OPEaglesJuniors@gmail.com

How do I Register?  Click Here