U12 Boys (Competitive) (2013)
Discover potential and spread joy through the 4 pillars of development and growth.
Program: Competitive Youth
Age Group: U12 (Birth Year 2013)
Program/ Development Overview:
This program is for players wishing to participate within a competitive soccer environment, continuing their skill development while fostering a love for the game. A game-based curriculum has been created to improve the rate of learning and develop brave players unafraid of making mistakes and excited to express their creativity in competitive moments. Player development is delivered through our 4 Pillars of Coaching:
- Players Experience FUN by working hard & trying their best,
- Players connecting through Positive Team Spirit (doing things together, "igniting the furnace of human connection"),
- Players demonstrate growth through Positive Coaching, and
- Increased Player commitment through frequent Learning and Improvement.
Program Timeline:
- The program duration spans 5 months
- Assessments and Preseason in March and April; League play in May, June and July; Potential Post-season Alberta Soccer Association's Provincial Championships in August (qualification based on final EMSA league standing).
Technical Overview and Commitment:
- 8 Preseason sessions (6 Tech led and 2 team led)
- 13-week regular season consisting of- 1 coach led team session, 1 tech facilitated cohort team session, 1 tech lead player academy session, and 1 league game a week.
- Training and game sessions range from 1 to 1.5 hours
- Technical Training sessions conclude at the end of July
League Participation:
- Edmonton Minor Soccer Association (EMSA) league
- Approximately 14-16 games
- 9v9 Play Format
Coaching:
- Volunteer coaches with a CPIC clearance that will receive resources, ongoing training, and mentoring by Phoenix FC technical staff
- Centralized curriculum implemented through cohort training
- Google Classrooms organized by the Program Director to inform players and parents of any program updates and details. It will be used as the primary platform to get information to the players and families including session plans, development workshops and learning tools.
Registration fees cover:
- Technical program
- Facility/Field rental cost
- Team equipment
- Coach honorarium and clothing
- EMSA league fees and refereeing costs
- ASA membership and insurance costs
- TRACE AI Video system
- Program Administration
Fee Exclusions:
- Fees DO NOT cover clothing or uniform purchases, extra training fees, tournament entry fees, or related travel costs.
NEW! Volunteers:
- Parent volunteers are needed for various roles, including Team Manager and Trace Camera program.
- Please note that Team Fundraising is also quite common.
Schedule and Changes:
- Training and practice schedules are contingent on EMSA league schedule.
- Schedules are subject to change with league updates released one week prior to startup.
| Ages | U8/U9 | U10/U11 | U12/U13 | U15 | U17 | U19 |
| Birth Year | 2016-2017 | 2014-2015 | 2012-2013 | 2010-2011 | 2008-2009 | 2006-2007 |
| Season Dates | Pre-Season: April League: May-July | Pre-Season: April League: May-July | Pre-Season: April League: May-July | Pre-Season: April League: May-July | Pre-Season: April League: May-July | Pre-Season: April League: May-July |
| Game Format | 7v7 | 9v9 | 9v9 | 11v11 | 11v11 | 11v11 |
| Uniform | **Not Included In Price** | **Not Included In Price** | **Not Included In Price** | **Not Included In Price** | **Not Included In Price** | **Not Included In Price** |
| Club Wear (Optional) | ||||||
| Possible Game Day/Training | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** | TBD
**EMSA determines league schedule** |
| # of Sessions & Games (Combined per season) | 56**
**Number of games may vary** | 56**
**Number of games may vary** | 56**
**Number of games may vary** | 56**
**Number of games may vary** | 56**
**Number of games may vary** | 56**
**Number of games may vary** |
| Session/Game Length | 60-90 Minutes | 60-90 Minutes | 60-90 Minutes | 60-90 Minutes | 60-90 Minutes | 60-90 Minutes |
| Post Season Play | **No Post Season** | **No Post Season** | ASA Provincial Championships August 2025
(Qualification based on final EMSA league standings) | ASA Provincial Championships August 2025
(Qualification based on final EMSA league standings) | ASA Provincial Championships August 2025
(Qualification based on final EMSA league standings) | ASA Provincial Championships August 2025
(Qualification based on final EMSA league standings) |
| Early Bird Pricing (Feb. 10 - Feb. 26) | $800.00 | $825.00 | $925.00 | $950.00 | $950.00 | $950.00 |
| Regular Cost (Feb. 27 - ) | $840.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 14) | $865.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 14) | $965.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 26) | $990.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 26) | $990.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 26) | $990.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 26) |
| Volunteer Fee (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) | $150.00 (4 Hours Required) |
Early-Bird Price: $925.00 (Feb. 10 - Feb. 26, 2025)
Regular Price: $965.00 (Feb. 27 - Mar. 26, 2025)
Volunteer Fee: $150.00 (4 Hours Required)
Payment Details:
Initial Payment: $250.00 (Program Fee Deposit) + $150.00 (Volunteer Fee)
Second Payment: $357.50 on April 30, 2025
Third Payment: $357.50 on May 30, 2025
