HOUSE LEAGUE & ACADEMY 7U-10U

HOUSE LEAGUE - 7U-10U

Great Falls Reston Soccer’s House program for U7-U10 players is a 7-week program that is coached by parents and volunteers. Beginning at U7, girls have the option of playing with the boys or playing in a “girls only” program. The U7-U10 program includes two 1-hour sessions every week. This typically consists of a team practice and a game on either Saturday morning (generally between 8 am and noon) or Sunday afternoon (generally between 12-6 pm). These sessions are conducted by volunteer parents and coaches. Practices will be held on Thursday or Friday evenings or Saturday mornings.


At U7, the field is expanded (from U6) and continue a 4v4 format. Throw-ins, goal kicks, and corner kicks are introduced at U8. By U9, our teams are playing on a much larger field, with traditional goals, goalies, a 7v7 format, and referees applying the laws of the game. Teamwork, tactics, positions, and passing concepts becoming more and more prominent as the players mature and the field size expands. Nevertheless, our primary focus is, and should be, on the development of technical skills and player creativity.


A uniform consisting of a jersey, shorts and socks is included in the registration fee and will be handed out at the first session. Players will need to wear sneakers or cleats (recommended), shin guards, and their GFR uniform to games. Comfortable athletic attire can be worn for practices. Players should bring a ball (Size 4) and water to all sessions.

Registration Fee: 
Early Bird Until 12/31: $165

January 1 - March 1: $175

After March 1: Late registration: $190  (some teams will go on waitlist at this time) 

Included:

Eight 1-hour practice sessions, 8 games and a uniform kit

Wear/Bring:

Practices: Comfortable athletic clothes, cleats and shin guards, ball and water
Games: GFR uniform (jersey, shorts and socks), cleats and shin guards, ball and water


CONTACT: 

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Administrator at Registrar@GFRSoccerClub.org.

A Great Falls Reston Soccer Club youth rec team
GAMES
Anticipated - Weekend of Game Weekends: April 11/12, 18/19, 25/26 May 2/3, 9/10, 16/17, 30/31 June 6/7 (make-up, if needed) Note: No games Memorial Day weekend

HOUSE ACADEMY - 7U-10U

To supplement the coaching offered by our volunteers, Great Falls Reston Soccer offers "Academy” training during the week where all House players (U6-U10) receive additional coaching from GFRSC’s professional trainers with a focus on developing technical soccer skills. The Academy program is recommended for all House players. 

Academy is an 8-week training program offered on Tuesdays in South Reston or on Wednesdays in North Reston/Great Falls. The session will split age groups up, with the first hour for U6-U8 players and the second hour for U9-U10 players. This will mean a smaller player to coach ratio, allowing for more instruction and individual attention for each player. 

Registration is required to participate. 

Players should wear comfortable athletic clothing, sneakers or cleats (recommended), shin guards and bring a ball (size 4) and water to each session. 

Registration Fee: 
$84

Included:

Seven 1-hour training sessions

Options: 
Tuesday in South Reston or
Wednesday in North Reston/Great Falls

Wear/Bring:

Comfortable athletic clothes, sneakers or cleats, shin guards, ball and water


CONTACT: 

If you have questions or need additional information, please contact the Administrator at Registrar@GFRSoccerClub.org.

Three young girls playing soccer for Great Falls Reston Soccer Club
DAY LOCATION TIME PROGRAM DATES
Tuesday Langston Hughes Milddle School U6-U8: 6:30 - 7:30 PM U9-U10 : 7:30-8:30 PM April 14 April 21 April 28 May 5 May 12 May 19 May 26
Wednesday Lake Fairfax Field 6 U6-U8: 5:30 - 6:30 PM U9-U10 : 6:30 - 7:30 PM April 15 April 22 April 29 May 6 May 13 May 20 May 27

GUIDELINES FOR 7U & 8U GAMES

  1. The games will consist of two 20 minute halves with a 5 minute halftime. The coaches should time the games. This timing allows for both teams to run a warm-up prior to the start of the game. Please try to be on time so each player can be a part of the warm-up and pre-game talk from their coach. Coaches should use their pop-up (pugg) goals for the games. A size 4 soccer ball should be used.
  2. These age groups play games with 4 on a side, and two fields playing at the same time. Players should be given equal playing time and not be limited to playing in a certain position. There are NO goalies at this age. One group of one team should switch fields at halftime, so the players can play against others.
  3. These age groups will play with kick-ins, goal kicks, and corner kicks. Coaches can be on the field and should cooperate as refs and coaches. 
  4. There should be no one standing behind the goal line. Unless a coach has asked you to chase balls back there.
  5. All players should be wearing their team jersey, proper footwear (soccer cleats or athletic shoes), and shin guards that are covered by socks. No jewelry should be worn during a game. You are not allowed to use bandaids to cover earrings.
  6. No food is allowed on the field.
  7. All spectators should allow the coaches to coach. Please cheer for the team in a positive manner.

GUIDELINES FOR 9U & 10U GAMES

  1. Players should be at the field at least 20 min prior to kick-off. This will allow for proper warm up and pre-game check-in by the referee. The game will consist of two 25-minute halves, with a 5 minute half-time. The referee will track the game time.
  2. These age groups play with 7 on a side, with one player being a goalie. Games can start with 6 players. If more players come, they may be substituted in at proper times signaled by the referee (throw-in, goal kick, after a goal is scored). All players should be given equal playing time and not limited to certain positions as best as possible. A size 4 soccer ball should be used.
  3. Coaches, players and spectators must stand a few yards back from the sidelines. Parents and spectators should sit on the opposite side of the field from the teams. We ask that spectators cheer in a positive manner.
  4. There should be no one standing behind the goal line. You may go behind the goal if you are going to grab a soccer ball to get it back in play.
  5. The referee will call offside and incorrect throw-ins will be a turnover.
  6. All players should be wearing their team jersey, proper footwear (soccer cleats or athletic shoes), and shin guards that are covered by socks. No jewelry should be worn during a game. You are not allowed to use bandaids to cover earrings.
  7. In case of an injury, the referee will assess the situation and then bring on the coach if necessary. A parent should not run onto the field. If necessary, the coach should call the parent over to the sideline after removing the injured player from the field.
  8. No food is allowed on the field.