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Placer United Grassroots Program Ages 5 to 12

The Placer United Grassroots Program gives children in our community the opportunity to be involved in a sport, provide them with the best possible learning environment, and teach teamwork and sportsmanship. Placer United makes soccer fun and creates a lifelong passion for the game in young players, as well as creates a pathway to U9-U19 competitive club soccer. We believe the Grassroots Program is the best option for young players because it parallels with the U.S. Soccer training program which emphasizes player development over winning.

Our age-appropriate curriculum focuses on individual technical development, building confidence in young soccer players, improving cognitive development, and increasing imagination, by allowing players to learn the game gradually in a fun, exciting, and competitive environment.

  • We believe every player benefits from playing in every game
  • We are committed to providing a positive, respectful environment
  • Our focus is on the continued growth and development of our players and teams to their desired potential
  • We believe soccer can help build self-esteem, create lasting relationships, and teach life lessons
  • We know we can achieve our goals only through the combined efforts of our parents, players, and volunteers

Coaching

Grassroots Parent-Coaches are volunteers who will be guided and mentored by Placer United’s Grassroots Director, Coach Emre Gencer. Coach Emre holds a United States Soccer Federation National “C” License, Positive Coaching Alliance License., and a U.S. Soccer Director of Coaching License.  He will teach how to instruct basic soccer fundamentals for younger players. This will ensure a positive experience for parent-coaches and players alike and helps players learn proper technique at the earliest ages. Coach Emre will introduce disguised learning in a variety of games and activities that will provide players many touches on the ball while maintaining a fun soccer experience.

Program Highlights

  • Age appropriate program for boys and girls ages 5-12 (birth years 2019-2012)
  • Two weekly one-hour practices with the Grassroots Director
  • Games will be played on the weekends
  • Parent-coaches will receive coaching education sessions
  • Individual players can sign up and will be assigned to a team
  • Recreational level players and parent coaches are welcome

Training Curriculum

  • Two 60-minute team practice sessions per week with the Grassroots Director
  • Curriculum specially designed to be consistent with the Placer United technical training guidelines for similar age groups

Season Length

The following split-season format with a summer break makes training convenient for families new to soccer or with multiple soccer player schedules

  • Winter Session:  January thru March
  • Spring Session:  April thru June
  • Fall Session:  September thru November

Focus

  • Fun!
  • Individual player development
  • Increased confidence
  • Better ball control with maximum touches
  • Ball skills and movement
  • Improved balance and coordination
  • Running mechanics
  • Allow playing the game to be the best teacher

Practices

Each practice will finish with small-sided games which will harness teamwork and introduce some basic tactical concepts while also developing decision-making.

Refund Policy:  We will refund 100% of your registration for cancellations up to 10 days prior to the first session.  Refunds will not occur for cancellations less than 10 days prior to the first session. A club credit towards another event, such as camps or clinics, or a future Grassroots League, will be issued.

2024 Winter Session

 

2024 Spring Session

  • Mandatory Parent Meeting

    Thursday, April 18
    6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting  (Link will be emailed once registration is complete.)

  • Coaches Meeting

    Saturday, April 20
    7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Placer United Soccer Indoor Training Center

  • Team Orientation and First Practice (jerseys distributed)

    U6 Players:  Tuesday, April 23 – 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    U8-U12 Players:  Wednesday, April 24 – 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Field:  TBA Weather Permitting

  • Outdoor Practices

    U6 Players
    Tuesdays and Fridays, starting April 23 thru May 31
    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    U8-U12 Players
    Wednesdays starting April 24 thru May 29
    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Fridays starting April 26 thru May 31
    6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Field:  TBA Weather Permitting

  • Games

    Saturday, May 4 thru Saturday, June 8
    8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Field: TBA Weather Permitting
    End of Season, Saturday, June 8

 

2024 Fall Session

  • Mandatory Parent Meeting

    Thursday, August 22
    6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Zoom Meeting (Link will be emailed once registration is complete)

  • Coaches Meeting

    Saturday, August 24
    7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Placer United Soccer Indoor Training Center

  • Team Orientation &. First Practice (jerseys distributed)

    U6 Players:  Tuesday, August 27 – 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    U8-U12 Players:  Wednesday, August 28 – 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Field: TBA Weather Permitting

  • Outdoor Practices

    U6 Players:
    Tuesdays and Fridays, starting August 27 thru October 1
    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    U8-U12 Players:
    Wednesdays starting August 28 thru October 2
    5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Fridays starting August 30 thru October 4
    6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Field:  TBA Weather Permitting

  • Games

    Saturday, September 7  thru Saturday, October 12
    8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    Field: TBA Weather Permitting
    End of Season, Saturday, October 12

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