Boy U9 options for 2022 fall in Springfield?

[Anonymous]

Assuming we continue with soccer past this year, what are the best options for U9 boys?
Cost is a factor but also the time commitment involved. We would love to do a winter or spring sport but haven’t because of the DA commitment.
SYC is $800 for the year for fall, winter and spring. But with the weather, we have never played the days out fully. I see SCAA has a Development program. And it’s only $125 a session. Wondering if this is a better option to transition to instead of a travel team. Thanks.

[Anonymous]

BRYC U9 academy was only $545 for the Fall21/Spring22 season. That doesn't count uniforms or tournaments.

[Anonymous]

How was the coaching at BYRC?

[Anonymous]

cheaper option is Team Amwrica .

[Anonymous]

Come check out SCAA. My DS plays on the current u9 team (2013s) and has a super dedicated coach. Smaller club but with some dedicated coaches/parents. One of our coaches is also running a 2014/2015 training sessions for the full season. Not sure what they plan for competitive games etc.

[Anonymous]

Depending on where you are in Springfield, Alexandria could be an option.

[Anonymous]

Samba Boyz are always recruiting

[Anonymous]

Scaa has some great coaches. They really know your kid. Good place to develop as a young player on the boys side. Also really good fields, which is definitely something to consider.
Team America is ok, but I didn't love the coaching.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Come check out SCAA. My DS plays on the current u9 team (2013s) and has a super dedicated coach. Smaller club but with some dedicated coaches/parents. One of our coaches is also running a 2014/2015 training sessions for the full season. Not sure what they plan for competitive games etc.

What is SCAA? Never heard of it?

[Anonymous]

South county athletic association. Practice at South county high School

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:How was the coaching at BYRC?

Don’t go to BRYC. Terrible program.

[Anonymous]

BAC is also not far from Springfield and often has a developmental focus at the younger ages. BRYC is a train wreck.

[Anonymous]

At the younger ages, the smaller clubs in the area are good for player development. SYC is a big club. It is really coach dependent - we have had a wonderful experience, but others may have a different one depending on the coach/level.
If you are interested in a small club like SCAA, I would email them. They will let you come practice - even over the winter. It makes a huge difference when it comes to determining whether it is the right fit.
Biggest thing is finding a coach that is really focused on developing your kid and location.

[Anonymous]

Key word is development. At U9 find the right fit that develops, maintains enthusiasm and has coach engagement.

[Anonymous]

Samba Boyz will develop your player by beating his team 22-0 at halftime