Training Program

For Loudoun ‘97 Black, the coaches focus on the following - relative to the development of the individual and the team.

Technical:

• develop a very strong skill base (dribbling, passing, collecting, shooting, heading)
• develop an excellent first touch
• increase technical speed

Tactical:

• 1v1 - attacking and defending
• encourage risk-taking
• vision, decision-making, creativity, spontaneity
• communication
• shielding
• play all positions
• small-group tactics (2v1, 2cv2, 3v2, 3v3...)
• possession, support, combination play

Fitness:

• nutrition and health
• speed, endurance, strength, agility

Mental:

• develop self-discipline and self-motivation
• keep it fun, build enjoyment of soccer
• build team-spirit