The Algoma Thunderbird girl’s and boy’s technical training program is designed to instill confidence on the ball under pressure, ensuring every player maximizes their touches and decision-making skills in high-intensity environments.
TECHNICAL THEME & FOCUS
Theme: “Confidence on the Ball Under Pressure”
Every 4-week session, across all age groups and genders, focuses intensely on the following technical elements:
- Dribbling proficiency with both feet
- Tight-space ball control and quick footwork
- Effective change of direction and speed
- 1v1 attacking strategies
- Ball protection and shielding techniques
- Decision making under game-like pressure
Standard 60-Minute Session Format
The high-tempo sessions follow a structured format to maximize player engagement and skill application:
- 0–10 min -> Dynamic Ball Warm-Up -> High touches, coordination, and agility.
- 10–25 min -> Ball Mastery Circuits -> Repetition training and technique refinement.
- 25–40 min -> 1v1 / Pressure Games -> Applying learned skills in pressurized scenarios.
- 40–60 min -> Small-Sided Matches -> Translating technical skills into game realism.
Session #1 – U7-U9 Boys
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Tuesdays 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 10th, 17th, 24th and Dec 1st
Session #1 – U7–U9 Girls
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Mondays 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
Session #2 U10-U11 Boys
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Tuesdays 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 10th, 17th, 24th and Dec 1st
Session #2 U10–U11 Girls
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Mondays 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
Session #3 U12–U13 Boys
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Wednesdays 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 11th, 18th, 25th and Dec 2nd
Session #3 U12–U13 Girls
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Mondays 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
Session#4 U15 Boys
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Wednesdays 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 11th, 18th, 25th and Dec 2nd
Session#4 U15 Girls
-> 4 sessions – 60 minutes each session
-> When: Mondays 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM
-> Where: George Leach Centre
-> Cost: $100
-> Dates: Nov 9th, 16th, 23rd and 30th
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