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what it looks like in practice
activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Coach Training and Support FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBcapacity buildingProvides pre-season 1-hour coaching clinics for Micro Soccer and Academy programs, covers fees for USSF 7v7 Grassroots Coaching Licensure, and requires all coaches and assistant coaches to complete a free background check through the Arizona Youth Soccer Association.
- Competitive Travel Soccer Program FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceFields competitive boys’ and girls’ travel teams under the Flagstaff United program, registering approximately 20 teams annually with Arizona Soccer Association and U.S. Soccer. The program serves over 100 players per season and participates in tournaments across Arizona and the southwestern U.S., with opportunities for college recruitment exposure.
- Facilitate college recruitment for high school players FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceShowcases high school players to facilitate their recruitment by colleges.
- Financial Assistance Program FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceOffers scholarships to families requiring financial support to cover program dues, ensuring broader access to soccer programs.
- Host youth soccer tournaments FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceHosts two annual youth soccer tournaments: the OSI Champions Cup in September and the Kickin in the Pines Invitational in May. These tournaments draw teams from across the southwestern United States and provide opportunities for older Academy members to compete against out-of-town clubs.
- Operate competitive youth soccer programs FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceOperates the Flagstaff United program, a competitive soccer program for boys and girls aged U7 to U18, serving over 100 players each season. This program registers approximately 20 teams annually with Arizona Soccer Association (ASA) and U.S. Soccer, and participates in tournaments across Arizona and the southwest.
- Operate youth recreational soccer programs FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceOperates a 6-week recreational soccer program called Micro Soccer for children born between 2019 and 2021, focusing on basic skills, offered three times a year. It also runs a 7 to 8-week recreational soccer program called "Academy" for children born between 2014 and 2018, focusing on individual skills and team play in a co-ed environment, also offered three times a year.
- Player Development and Skills Training FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceProvides weekly Skills Sessions for all players led by professional soccer development experts, enhancing technical training across all program levels.
- Provide professional soccer training and coaching development FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBcapacity buildingEmploys licensed and highly qualified coaches for its Flagstaff United teams and offers a weekly Skills Session with professional training from soccer development experts for all players. The organization also provides coaches' clinics for its Micro Soccer and Academy programs and covers fees for USSF on-line 7v7 Grassroots Coaching Licensure for Academy coaches.
- Provide soccer scholarships FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceProvides scholarships to families needing financial assistance to cover program dues for its soccer programs.
- Youth Soccer Programs by Age and Skill Level FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceOperates three structured soccer divisions: Micro Soccer for children born between 2019–2021 (focusing on basic skills), Academy for children born between 2014–2018 (emphasizing individual and team development), and Flagstaff United for competitive travel teams for players aged U7 to U18. Programs are offered in fall, spring, and summer seasons.
- Youth Soccer Tournaments FLAGSTAFF SOCCER CLUBdirect serviceHosts two annual youth soccer tournaments—the OSI Champions Cup in September and the Kickin in the Pines Invitational in May (also known as the Northern Arizona Invitational)—attracting teams from across the southwestern United States.