4U-8U
Discovery
Discovery soccer is our foundational program. It introduces 4U-8U players to the game of soccer, and teaches the game in a fun non-competitive environment to foster a passion for soccer. The program focuses on individual player development using engaging drills and short-sided games. Coach to player ratio is kept small to maximize individual interaction with these young players. All activities are held at the Johnston or Urbandale Soccer Complexes. Discovery soccer programming is available in the fall and spring seasons.
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4U Discovery
What
Players born in 2020 participate in five sessions designed to introduce younger children to soccer. Players are guided through various engaging, imaginative, and fun soccer-based activities by professional coaching staff and high school players.
When
Dates: Apr 17, Apr 24, May 1, May 8, May 15
No games on Easter Weekend
Session Times: 5:00 to 5:35 PM
Field: Typically @ Urbandale #5
Cost
$50/season
5U-6U Discovery
What
Players born in 2018 or 2019 are placed on coed teams of six to seven players of the same age and/or school (when possible). Teams are coached by volunteers.
Each team has seven 30 minute training sessions under guidance of professional coaches immediately followed by a 3v3 game without goalkeepers against other teams of the same age. Playing time is generally equal among players.
Training is age appropriate based curriculum and drills developed by professional staff. It is focused on basic skill development with an emphasis on dribbling, footwork and 1v1 games.
When
Saturday Mornings, Apr 13, Apr 20, Apr 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, June 1
No games on Easter or Memorial Day Weekends
5U Dates: Saturday Mornings Starting 9 AM
6U Dates: Saturday Mornings Starting 10 AM or 11AM
*Optional Team Training, One Week Night/Week
Cost
$90/season
7U-8U Discovery
What
Players born in 2016 or 2017 are placed on coed or girls teams of six to seven players of the same age and school (when possible). Teams are coached by volunteers under general guidance from professional coaches.
Each team plays seven 4v4 games without goalkeepers against other JUSC teams of the same age. Games consist of four 8 minute quarters, and are refereed by one certified youth referee. Playing time is generally equal among players.
Teams typically have one 45 min training session per week over an eight week season led by volunteer coaches. Training is age appropriate based curriculum and drills developed by professional staff. It is focused on basic skill development with an emphasis on dribbling, footwork and 1v1 games.
When
Saturday Morning Games, Apr 13, Apr 20, Apr 27, May 4, May 11, May 18, June 1
No Games on Labor Day or Memorial Day Weekend
Training, One Week Night/Week 5 PM or 6:30 PM
Note: Coaches schedule training days and times. Rescheduled games due to weather related cancelations will be generally be held on Sunday afternoons, but may be on other days depending on team and coach availability.
Where
Johnston or Urbandale Soccer Complexes
Cost
$100/season