Fusion Spring Soccer Program Overview (U11-U18)

Fusion FC is excited to have your child join our U11-U18 Spring Teams!

Experienced coaches lead our program and focus on fundamental skills such as dribbling, passing, shooting, and ball control, all while fostering a love for the game.

Program Structure:

  • Age Group Division:

    • U11-U18 (2014-2007 born players)

  • Level of Play
    • Div. 1 – full time professional coach

    • Div. 2/3 – professional coach one training session per week with volunteer coach for the other session

    • **Players are invited to register for the division they wish.  However, Fusion FC reserves the right to move players to an alternate division if the Technical Staff see a better fit for the player in a different division than the one the player registered for.  If the player is moved to a different division, program pricing will be adjusted to the division they are placed in**

  • Duration:

    • Season Length: 11 weeks, March 31-June 13 

    • Training Sessions: 2 times per week (typically 1.25 hours per session).

    • Games: Typically, one game per weekend (Saturday or Sunday)

    • Tournaments are optional and will be determined on a team-by-team basis based on player interest and availability.  Fusion recommended Spring tournaments are:

    • May: Coastal FC Spring Classic (local)

    • June: Starfire Spring Cup (travel)

  • Coaching Philosophy:

    • Age-appropriate coaching methods that allow kids to develop at their own pace.

    • Encourage creativity and problem-solving on the field.

    • Provide regular feedback to players, keeping it positive and constructive.

  • Fees:

  • Div. 1
    • $600 (early bird pricing, until Feb 28, 2025)

    • $650 (regular pricing, from March 1, 2025 on)

  • Div. 2/3 

    • $450 (early bird pricing, until Feb 28, 2025)

    • $500 (regular pricing, from March 1, 2025 on)

  • Kit is an additional $75 for any players who did not play during the 2024/25 Fall/Winter Season.

Age Group Training Days:

TRAINING SCHEDULE AT BOTTOM OF PAGE!

At this time, Fusion is planning to run Spring programming on the above days, however program days of the week are subject to change based on final field permits and registration numbers.  Thank you for your understanding.

Program Goals:

  • Skill Development: Focus on technical skills like passing, dribbling, shooting, and ball control.
  • Game Understanding: Teach the fundamentals of positioning, teamwork, and game tactics.
  • Physical Conditioning: Develop endurance, agility, and coordination through drills and small-sided games.
  • Sportsmanship and Character Building: Emphasize respect for coaches, teammates, and opponents, fostering a positive and inclusive environment.
  • Fun & Enjoyment: Make sure soccer remains fun and exciting, fostering a lifelong passion for the sport.

Training Focus Areas:

  1. Technical Skills: 
    • Dribbling: Close control, change of pace, and direction.
    • Passing & Receiving: Short- and long-range passing, using both feet and receiving under pressure.
    • Shooting: Different types of shots (instep, volleys, and chips) and accuracy.
    • Ball Control: Juggling, first touch, and playing the ball under pressure.
  2. Tactical Understanding:
    • Positioning: Importance of space and positioning, both offensively and defensively.
    • Movement Off the Ball: Making runs, timing, and creating passing lanes.
    • Defensive Concepts: Marking, positioning, and 1v1 defending.
    • Transition Play: Switching from defence to attack and vice versa.
  3. Small-Sided Games:
    • Emphasize 3v3, 4v4, or 5v5 games for tactical learning in small spaces.
    • Use scrimmages to reinforce concepts from practice.
  4. Physical Conditioning:
    • Agility Drills: Ladder drills, cone weaving, and quick footwork exercises.
    • Endurance: Short sprints, interval training, and fitness games that incorporate soccer elements.
    • Strength & Balance: Bodyweight exercises to improve balance, core strength, and coordination.
  5. Goalkeeping (Optional):
    • For players interested in the goalkeeper position, include sessions on shot-stopping, positioning, and distribution.

Program Registration

GIRLS TRAINING SCHEDULE

 

U11 (2014) U12 (2013) U12 (2013) – U13 (2012) Skill Centre
Teams: Teams: Training group:
U11 Girls Div 1 – Selects Black U12 Girls Div 1 – Selects U13 SC
U11 Girls Div 1 – Selects Blue    
U11 Girls Div 2 – Selects White Monday Monday
  5:15pm – 6:30pm 5:15pm – 6:30pm
Tuesday South Arm 4 Grass South Arm 4 Grass
5:15pm – 6:30pm    
Richmond High Turf Wednesday Wednesday
  5:15pm – 6:30pm 5:15pm – 6:30pm
Thursday McMath 1 Grass McMath 1 Grass
5:15pm – 6:30pm    
South Arm 4 Grass  

 

U13 (2012) – U14 (2011) U15 (2010) – U16 (2009) U17 (2008) Girls 
Teams: Teams: Teams:
U14 Girls Div 2 – Selects U16 Girls Div 2 – Selects U17 Girls Div 2 – Selects
     
Tuesday Tuesday Tuesday
6:30pm – 7:45pm 7:45pm – 9:00pm 7:45pm – 9:00pm
Richmond High Turf Richmond High Turf Richmond High Turf
     
Thursday Thursday Thursday
6:30pm – 7:45pm 6:30pm – 7:45pm 6:30pm – 7:45pm
South Arm 4 Grass South Arm 4 Grass South Arm 4 Grass
     
   

BOYS TRAINING SCHEDULE

U11 (2014)U12 (2013)U13 (2012)U14 (2011)
Teams:Teams:Teams & Training Group:Teams:
U11 Boys Div 2 – SelectsU12 Boys Div 1 – Selects BlackU13 Boys Div 1 – SelectsU14 Boys Div 1 – Selects
U12 Boys Div 2 – Selects BlueU13 Boys SC
Tuesday
5:15pm – 6:30pmMondayTuesdayTuesday
Richmond High Turf6:30pm – 7:45pm6:30pm – 7:45pm6:30pm – 7:45pm
South Arm 4 GrassRichmond HighRichmond High
Thursday
5:15pm – 6:30pmWednesdayThursdayThursday
South Arm 4 Grass6:30pm – 7:45pm6:30pm – 7:45pm6:30pm – 7:45pm
McMath 1 GrassSouth Arm 3 GrassSouth Arm 3 Grass

Registration:

Refund Policy:

Please review Fusion FC’s Refund Policy before you register.

Fusion FC is a Canadian National Youth License Club & Founding Member of the BCSPL