GRFC is excited to form U8 & U9 spring league teams as part of the new Junior Academy program in the WYS RCL (Regional Club League, where all the GRFC U10-U18 teams play). This is the most competitive league in the State of Washington. Our new GRFC U8 & U9 teams will be open to any player seeking a higher level of competition and training. Teams will train on Fridays, 5:00 pm at Starfire Complex, starting the 20th of January and continuing in February, March & April. We will have games on the weekends starting in February.
Coaching Staff:
Keith Larson (USSF A License), Sherri Rolfs (USSF B License), Leighton O’Brien (GRFC DOC, USSF A License) &TJ Young (experienced college player)
Who:
All U8 & U9 boys & girls are welcome & invited to participate in our Academy Program (must be born on or after 1 August 2002)
Why:
Young players will have the opportunity to receive professional soccer training from our GRFC coaches. GRFC is committed to developing the highest level soccer players and is excited to bring our coaches to work with the U8 and U9 players. Our goal is to introduce young players to the soccer culture that GRFC provides to its older age groups. We will strive to teach and encourage each individual player to be comfortable and creative on the ball. Players will learn the basic technical skills necessary to be successful in their future years. We want this to be a fun but focused learning environment.
When:
Fridays at Starfire and Hazen H.S. - See below for schedule
How To Register:
Pre-register online
Register at www.greaterrentonfc.org
Go to Jr. Academy
Go to Academy player Registration
Follow instructions on the page
Academy Training and Game Schedule:
Games:
We will be in the RCL Jr. Academy League in our region with Crossfire, Dos & Eastside FC
Girls games played Saturdays and Boys games played on Sundays
10 game season starting early February
Locations TBD (Starfire or away locations in Bellevue and Redmond)
6v6 game format, modified goals w/ keepers
Training: Fridays, 5:00pm-6:00pm, 2 Locations (Starfire & Hazen High School)
DATE
TIME
FIELD
2/3
5-6pm
SF#2
2/10
5-6pm
SF#2
2/17
5-6pm
SF#2
2/24
5-6pm
SF#2
3/2
5-6pm
SF#2
3/9
5-6pm
SF#2
3/16
5-6pm
SF#1
3/23
5-6pm
SF#2
3/30
TBD
TBD
4/6
OFF
OFF
4/13
5-6pm
SF#2
4/20
5-6pm
Hazen
4/27
5-6pm
Hazen
Cost: $240 (includes jersey, coaching, fields & game day expenses)
Pay online at www.greaterrentonfc.org
Go to Jr. Academy
Go to GRFC/RCL Junior Academy Payment.
Follow instructions on the page
GRFC Developmental Academy Head Coach Keith Larson holds his USSF A License and has 20 years of experience with academy style training. He brings an innovative approach while balancing the joy of the game along with excellent technical training. klarson7485@comcast.net
