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Under 7's

  1. Grassroots

For this age group, players are expected to possess basic motoric and coordination skills. We will develop the rest of the player skill-sets for you!

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What to expect

  • Fundamentals 60 minutes

    Fundamentals

    60 mins training or practice sessions

  • Movement skills

    Movement

    General Movement, Coordination, Technique, Small-Sided Games

  • Dribbling ball

    Technical

    Technical skills revolve around core skills such as controlling the ball, dribbling, shooting, fakes, turns, and passing

  • Dribbling ball

    Dribbling

    Develop dribbling with sole, inside and outside of the foot

  • Passing ball

    Passing

    Develop short passing with the inside of the foot

  • Shooting ability

    Shooting ability

    Introduce receiving with the inside and outside of foot and instep, and shooting while dribbling

U7 Teams

  • Licensed, dedicated, grassroots coaches that help the players develop motoric and cognitive skills required to learn the game of soccer
  • Emphasis is given to instill the love for the game at this early stage through fun drills that awaken the "hunger" to acquire better soccer skills throughout the season
  • Players are expected to commit to 1-2 team practices and 1-2 games per week depending on the season (indoor or outdoor) .
  • The games played are interim with possibility of Jamboree-style games upon availability from the other clubs

U7 Format

  • Grassroots Ball size is #3
  • No Player ID cards required 
  • No league standings
  • There are no formal try-outs

General

To fully develop their creativity and enjoyment of the game, children have to have the freedom to try things out at practice, to play freely and without interference.

Experience shows us that players will compete even in the absence of league standings. All young players understand that soccer is a game for scoring goals and “winning”. The absence of league titles does not diminish each player’s desire to compete each time they have a soccer match. When coaches in U7 leagues choose the “win at all costs” approach and/or parents criticize or pressure their children, poor player development is the most frequent result.

The aim for this age group should not be to win games, but to develop and promote each player. Every child is equally important! Sting FC has adopted the Canada Soccer Association philosophy to focus on broad-based player development. In addition, Sting FC adheres to the Alberta Soccer Association’s mandate that there are NO tryouts at the U7 level – the focus is on inclusion, skill development, and fun!