SYA offers its U7 and U8 age groups a unique Academy style program which is led by our professionally licensed SYA staff coaches as they work closely with our parent coaches. Our once per week Academy program allows for the players to participate in a positive player-centered environment where they are encouraged to develop not only their love of the game but also their individual technical skills through guided discovery and repetition. These sessions are designed by the Academy Director using the U.S. Soccer Player Development Framework with the age-appropriate developmental goals in mind. Every time we step foot on the field, we are aiming to achieve each of SYA’s 5 Core Values: Character Building, Teamwork, Skill Development, Respect, and Recognition.
U7 teams will have training once per week at the Academy. U8 teams will train up to twice per week, as they have the Academy session and the option of a coach scheduled training session in addition.
U7/U8 Academy Schedule
| Spring 2025 Schedule | |||
| Week # | Tuesday Date (Girls) | Friday Date (Boys) | U7/U8 Game Dates |
| 1 | 3/25 | 3/28 | 3/29 |
| 2 | 4/1 | 4/4 | 4/5 |
| 3 | 4/8 | 4/11 | 4/12 |
| 4 | 4/22 | 4/25 | 4/26 |
| 5 | 4/29 | 5/2 | 5/3 |
| 6 | 5/6 | 5/9 | 5/10 |
| 7 | 5/13 | 5/16 | 5/17 |
| 8 | 5/27 | 5/30 | 5/31 |
| Training Day | Training Times | Location |
| Tuesdays – Girls | 5:15-6:15pm (U7), 6:30-7:30pm (U8) | E.C. Lawrence Park #4 |
| Fridays – Boys | 5:15-6:15pm (U7), 6:30-7:30pm (U8) | E.C. Lawrence Park #4 |
Program Contact – Eric Lewis U7/U8 Academy Director
