Academy 2026-27 Details

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Come and experience the high level of our Academy training and coaching system, with a strong emphasis on technical soccer fundamentals.  

Now Accepting Academy Girls and Boys (Kindergarten to 6th Grade)  

Nationals Development Program

Our Nationals Program is designed to provide a pathway to Pro level soccer. Pro level soccer is collegiate or professional league play environments depending on each player's pursuit for higher levels of play and excellence.

Expect:

✓  Detailed Tactical and Technical  Instruction

✓  Training 3x/week and weekly games in local leagues.

✓  AI-Powered Video Game Recording

✓  Expert Player Pathway Curriculum Guidance from Stellar's Certified Sporting Director/FIFA Scout

✓  Player Baselines and Continuous Feedback

✓  Summer Training Included

✓  6 Tournaments/Year

Standard Development Program

Our Standard Development Program is designed to provide a highly functioning technical development environment pathway to Pro level soccer. There is less time commitment for players however no less of a high standard for technical and tactical instruction.

Expect:

✓  Detailed Tactical and Technical  Instruction

✓  Training 2x/week and weekly local games or tournaments.

✓  Expert Player Pathway Curriculum Guidance from Stellar's Certified Sporting Director/FIFA Scout

✓  Player Baselines and Continuous Feedback

✓  Summer Training Included

✓  4 Tournaments/Year

Stellar Football Club's philosophy at the Academy level emphasizes individual player development over team development. This approach involves incorporating appropriate soccer training techniques at the right developmental stages tailored to each player's unique needs. 

Most importantly, travel is limited to provide more opportunities for youth soccer players to develop their skills. 

We strongly focus on fundamentals as we progress our players into their Select phase of higher performance. 

These innovative concepts stand in contrast to conventional club culture and are key features that set Stellar apart from other club programs. Stellar's vision and approach is the first of its kind in the state.

At the Academy level, we prioritize internal and local area competition for the majority of the season while planning to participate in external youth soccer tournaments monthly. 

This approach results in less weekly travel, allowing for more individual development during our soccer training sessions and providing flexibility in scaling external competition as needed. 

We can regularly adjust competition levels based on our players' progress and how their team dynamics are evolving.

Stellar stands out by focusing on the player rather than just club prestige or registration numbers.

It's important to recognize that large team rosters and frequent league play are primarily an American method of soccer, not widely practiced globally. 

In most countries, league play or larger team sizes are introduced at much later ages, typically in late middle school or high school. 

Many countries utilize small-sided play, much like Stellar, as their primary development approach. This format leads to more touches on the ball and greater opportunities for player development.

The Jr. Academy teams for youth soccer are coed and designed for beginners to intermediate players aged 4-6. These teams participate in integrated practices and games on designated practice days, with no separate game days scheduled. The Jr. Academy will not take part in external tournaments, and there are reduced fees associated with this program. However, all other aspects of player development remain consistent, providing the same level of coaching as found in the Academy+ or Select programs, ensuring quality soccer training for young athletes.