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EDP SOCCER: AGE GROUPS U6 & U7

Our Early Development Program continues to foster love of the game while developing foundational skills for young players in a positive, engaging, and non-competitive atmosphere. At this level, our players work on building their individual skills by playing in a setting designed to maximize the number of times they touch the ball.  That means more FUN! All EDP coaches are parent volunteers. We strongly encourage all parents to be involved in our soccer program through volunteerism.

EDP SOCCER: AGE GROUPS U6 & U7 

We have adopted the small-sided game approach for this age group which is recommended by US Youth Soccer.  

  • Small-sided games allow more opportunities to touch the ball and be involved in play.
  • There are no Goalkeepers at the EDP 1 (U6) level in order to encourage all players on the field to stay involved and promote goal-scoring, which helps build player confidence. EDP 2 (U7) introduces the goalkeeper position.
  • At this level, we continue to focus on individual skill development vs. wins and losses.
  • EDP provides our players with the skills and experience needed to progress into our more competitive leagues in future seasons.  

Ages

  • EDP I (U6):  Birth Year 2019
  • EDP II (U7):  Birth Year 2018
  • To be clear, there will be no overlap between 2019 and 2018 players on teams. Each birth year has its own division.

NEW FOR FALL 2024: Parents now have the ability to register players for one(1) specific day of the week and time, based on birth year placement, rather than providing a single day unavailable. This will streamline volunteer coach recruiting, team building and setting practice times.

There are many updates to the Fall 2024 registration process. Please read the entire page before starting your registration. - WXW Soccer Club

2024/2025 Seasonal registration Fees

  • Seasonal Fees: $205.00 (plus 3.25% + $1.00 processing fee)
  • Birth Years: 2019 & 2018
  • Includes Waxhaw Soccer Team Shirt & end of season Trophy
  • EDP will be scheduled to play 8 games (weather permitting)
  • The registration fee covers the cost of NCYSA Fees, insurance, equipment, field maintenance, utility costs, referee fees, end of season trophy and uniform shirt. 
  • Players have the option of purchasing black shorts and socks on their own to complete the uniform. 
  • Trophies are included in the registration fee at this level of play
  • There are NO REFUNDS after registration.

Player Equipment

  • The cost of a team jersey is included in your registration fee. 
  • Each child are encouraged to wear black shorts and black soccer socks. These are not included with the tuition.
  • Each child will also need shin guards and a Size 3 soccer ball at each practice and game.  
  • Cleats are not required but are highly recommended.

EDP Ball: Size 3

TRAINING

  • EDP teams have one(1) practice per week for one hour. 
  • All practices are held at H.C. Nesbit Park behind Kensington Elementary School on Fields 4A, 4B, 5A, & 5B
  • Training times will be the same as previous seasons
  • EDP 1 (2019) have training on Monday or Wednesday only
  • EDP 2 (2018) have training on Tuesday or Thursday only
  • Training Times will be either 5:00pm-6:00pm or 6:00pm-7:00pm and parents will now select a time as part of the registration.

GAMES

  • There will be one(1) game each weekend on Saturday mornings. (Weather Permitting)
  • We schedule eight(8) games per season.
  • All games are held at H.C. Nesbit Park behind Kensington Elementary School on Fields 4A, 4B, 5A, & 5B
  • Games are played 4v4 (no Keeper) for U6 & 5v5 (with Keeper) for U7.
  • Games will be four(4) 10-minute periods and typically last 50 minutes.
  • Game Times will be either 10:00am-11:00am, 11:00am-12:00pm, or 12:00pm-1:00pm. Your teams game times will vary week to week. Schedules will be in the SportsEngine App and our website when available.

Philosophy and Objectives

The Waxhaw approach to soccer education at this age focuses on developing a love of soccer and determining how engaging activities can help to build soccer skills and soccer decision making.  At these ages, happiness is the most important achievement. However, Waxhaw fully intends to develop skill, balance and coordination, positive socialization, and early leadership skills. Additionally, we must, by the time a player graduates from our EDP, advise the player and his/her family on the right direction moving up within our club. Some players will be best placed in our recreational leagues while others may consider more advanced programs for future seasons, such as our  U8 Academy Junior Academy or Academy program. Competitive Soccer Tryouts occur in May each year.

  • Soccer Education:  1 ball, 1 player
  • Technical activities are disguised as fun, imaginative, role-playing activities
  • Emphasis consists of dribbling-starting, stopping, changing directions, and varying speeds
  • Passing into a net, passing/striking the ball into open spaces and nets will be game-driven rather than line drills.
  • Games/activities will include problem-solving, teamwork, individual expression, and goal-setting.
  • EDP FOCUS:  finding space, recycling (going backward to go forward), passing and receiving, continued ball mastery

If you have any questions regarding EDP, please email Don Reda at dreda@wxwathletics.org

Parent volunteer Coaches

  • Coaches at this level are volunteers and willingly give their time and energy to our young players.  
  • ALL Parents will be asked to volunteer to coach via the seasonal registration.
  • ALL returning or previously identified EDP 1 & 2 Parent Volunteer Head Coaches who volunteer for the season, can specific day & a time slot for training.
  • EDP Parent Volunteer Head Coaches will receive the following incentives for coaching:
    • Ability to specify training day and time for training of available open training slots.
    • Ability to set up a carpool/convenience with parents on the team ahead of scheduling.
    • Coaches uniform shirt.
    • (EDP & REC ONLY) Option to request a postseason refund equal to 50% of registration fee of one(1) registration. Should a head coach request a coach's 50% refund, it will be granted after verification of completed season. All requests must be received within 30 days of the end of season.
  • All volunteer coaches must complete the WAA Coach & Volunteer Application to be considered for coaching.

If you have any questions, please contact wxwsoccerclub@wxwathletics.org


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