U9 TEAMS PLAY IN LIJSL

• LIJSL now offers flexible rostering at developmental ages

• Changes can and will be made mid-season to ensure players are at an appropriate level and finding personal success

• Players from the age group can support other teams should the need arise

THREE WEEKLY PRACTICE SESSIONS

SESSION 1 (Age Group Session):

• Week 1: U9s train as a whole age group

• Week 2: U9s will train up with u10s (free play/competitive environment, small sided games going to goal)

SESSION 2 (Age Group Session):

• U9 teams train together

• Groups will be formed* and rotate through different stations working on very specific techniques

*trainers may make groups based on ability

SESSION 3 (Team Session):

• Each individual team will train with their own trainer

• Lots of going to goal, game situational practice and game preparation

ADDITIONAL WEEKLY CLINIC

Goalkeeper & Finishing Clinic:

• Goalkeepers work with GK coach and outfield players work on striking and finishing technique against the GK