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isoccer MSYSA ODP 101Training Program-        

 

Purpose
The ODP 101 Training Program is for players aged 10 and 11 registered within MSYSA. Birth date range is January 1, 2000 to December 31, 2001.

This Program is designed to provide additional technical training to those players seeking new challenges and help identify the level of u10 and u11 Michigan Players. The identification process will help our ODP Staff in its efforts to design and implement appropriate demands and objectives.

The curriculum will be designed specifically for youth players; therefore, your sons and daughters will be assured a proper, age specific learning environment.

Our philosophy is to develop skills and techniques to play “The Beautiful Game of Soccer.” The expression of the player and his/her ability is vital. We want to open the door of creativity for every player with a soccer ball.


Program FAQs:

What is the ODP101 Training Program?

After the ODP101 Camp, players are identified to participate in the ODP101 Training Program.  ODP 101 is a Pilot Program designed to help identify the overall level of the MSYSA u11 player. This program will help MSYSA gauge the progress of its players, provide tangible feedback as to the future development of MSYSA Players and help establish critical curriculum programs for the development of the MSYSA Player. 

How is this different then my club training?

The program is designed to get like players with like players. The environment created will be similar players from varying clubs and geographies will now train with similar level players. The program is to be a supplement to your usual club training.

Why is the program limited to certain areas within Michigan?

Good question. MSYSA would like the program to reach across the State. However, it is also vital to take small steps and before running head first. These are Pilot Programs, ie Test programs. MSYSA would like to test the Program before launching it across the State.

What will be the focus of training in this Program?

First, MSYSA recognizes that the age-appropriate training is vital for 11 years olds. With this in mind, US Youth Soccer and US Soccer Recommendations for age –appropriate and age-development training will be followed. Some major themes:

Technique, Teamwork for example (2v1, 2v2, 2v3, 3v3, and 4v4 to goals or targets)

Training Focus
- Ball comfortableness
- 1v1 skill and confidence
- Basic agility and balance with the ball
- Receive balls under pressure

Individual Tactic Goals
- 1 v 1 Attacking, 2v1 Attacking, 2v2, 3v3, 4v4 Scenarios

Questions??
Contact Bryan Thorp, MSYSA DOC,
bthorp@michiganyouthsoccer.org



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