CYS 1/2 (U8) Curriculum

CYS Development Targets

Over the course of the 1/2 (U8) seasons, we would like our 1st and 2nd grade players to develop the ability to:

Techniques

• Receive balls on the ground using different surfaces of foot (sole, inside)

• Dribble while changing direction, keeping head up, and using acceleration

• Begin to experiment with inside of foot passing technique

Tactics

• Recognize defensive moments and offensive moments of game

• Understand 1v1 attacking and awareness of option to dribble or pass

• Demonstrate awareness to move back and forth between defensive and offensive moments

Psychology

• Work with teammates independently from adults other than coaches

• Interact respectfully with teammates

• Understand general rules of play

• Accept losing, sharing ball, and making mistakes

CYS 1/2 (U8) Weekly Practice Curriculum

Session 1 - Dribbling

Session 2 - Dribbling 2

Session 3 - Dribbling 3

Session 4 - Passing 1

Session 5 - Technical Aspects of Passing 2

Session 6 - Dribbling to Beat Pressure 4

Session 7 - Passing 3

Session 8 - Passing 4