EMERGING TALENT PROGRAM (ETP) PROGRAM
About ETP:
The SYA Soccer Emerging Talent Program (ETP) is designed as a supplemental skill training program for talented and enthusiastic recreational players that are U6 and U7. The ETP program serves as a bridge between our recreational program and our U8 Academy program. ETP focuses solely on the individual and improving technical skills and confidence with the ball by providing an environment where players have the support and ability to be creative and express themselves as players.
ETP is managed and directed by the professional coaching staff of SYA Soccer. All of the coaches in this program have extensive playing and coaching backgrounds as well as coaching certifications.
The Emerging Talent Program follows the Play-Practice-Play methodology of the United States Soccer Federation (USSF).
Program Directors:
ETP Academy Director: Craig Scott- [email protected]
ETP Schedule
ETP Boys & Girls Winter Session 1
January 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th
February 1st, 8th
Monday’s: 5:00-6:00pm at nZone Field 1
Cost: $95
ETP Boys & Girls Winter Session 2
February 15th, 22nd
March 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd
Monday’s: 5:00-6:00pm at nZone Field 1
Cost: $95
ETP Boys & Girls Spring Session
TBD: Schedule to be released 3/1/20
Location: SYA Park
Cost: $70
Frequently Asked Questions:
How can my son/ daughter join the Emerging Talent Program?
Interested players may request an evaluation for the ETP Program by contacting your respective Program Director: Craig Scott.
Player identification will happen in one of three ways:
-Player identified by the SYA Technical Coaching Staff
-Players recommended by their Recreational Coach
-Player evaluation sessions which will be held prior to the start of the Winter 1 Session and Spring Session. *These evaluation sessions are free to participate but you must register with your respective director*
What is the cost to participate?
-Winter 1: $70 *
-Winter 2: $95 *
-Spring: $70 *
*These are costs from 2020-2021 season*
What should players bring to practices and games?
-Size 4 Soccer Ball (pumped up)
-Water Bottle
-Proper uniform attire including soccer cleats and shin guards. Practice uniform will consist of the ETP t-shirt, black shorts and black socks
Can you play in both the ETP and SYA Recreational League?
– YES! ETP is a supplemental training program and in fact you MUST be a current SYA Recreation soccer player to be eligible for this program.
Who are the coaches?
The 2019/ 2020 U8 Academy Coaching staff includes:
-Craig Scott: ETP Academy Director
-Eric Lewis- Boys Staff Coach
-Eugene Asamoah- Boys Staff Coach
-Miq Umar- Boys Staff Coach
-Kyle Lewis- Boys Staff Coach
-Harleigh Radcliff- Girls Staff Coach
-Charlotte Radcliff- Girls Staff Coach
*Please note: The U8 Academy/ ETP Staff is subject to change throughout the year*
