The Full Syllabus

Advanced attacking concepts - creating overloads, breaking defensive lines, and combination play.

1. 1Creating OverloadsCreate a 2v1 or 3v2 overload in the attacking third 3/5 times in 9v9 game
2. 2Between the LinesReceive the ball between defensive and midfield lines 4+ times in an 9v9 game
3. 3Combination FinishingScore from a combination play involving 3+ players and 3+ passes
4. 4Positional RotationsExecute positional rotation (interchange) with teammate to create space 3/5 times
5. 5Third-Man RunsExecute 3 successful third-man runs leading to a shot or pass into a dangerous area during game scenarios.

Implement coordinated pressing systems - high press, mid-block, and low block.

1. 1High Press TriggersIdentify and react to 3 different high press triggers within 2 seconds
2. 2Mid-Block DefenseMaintain mid-block shape (2 lines of 4) and shift correctly as unit for 3 minutes
3. 3Pressing TrapsExecute a pressing trap to win the ball in a designated zone 3/5 times
4. 4Press-Resistant PlayBeat a high press and progress ball past halfway 4/6 times under team pressure
5. 5Pressing Traps: WideSuccessfully execute a wide pressing trap in 3 out of 4 game scenarios, forcing turnovers within the designated trap zone.

Refine technical skills under pressure - first touch, passing range, and shooting accuracy.

1. 1First Touch MasteryControl balls from all heights into playing distance within 1 touch 5/6 times
2. 2Long-Range PassingSwitch play accurately over 30m to a designated zone 3/6 times
3. 3Shooting AccuracyHit target zones in goal (4 corners, center) from 20m 4/8 times
4. 4Weak Foot DevelopmentComplete 3 out of 5 passes and 2 out of 5 shots accurately with weaker foot
5. 5Volley & Half-Volley PowerExecute 6/8 volleys or half-volleys on target from a driven pass within 10 meters, demonstrating proper technique and contact.

Manage game situations - protecting a lead, chasing a goal, time management.

1. 1Protecting a LeadMaintain possession and defensive shape to protect a 1-goal lead for 5 minutes
2. 2Chasing the GameGenerate 3+ quality scoring chances while chasing a game (down 0-1) in 5 minutes
3. 3Tempo ControlChange team tempo (speed up/slow down) on command 3/4 times in game
4. 4Reading the GamePlayer will successfully adapt their tactical approach (e.g., possession, direct play, defensive shape) to 3 out of 4 different coach-defined game scenarios during a small-sided game.

Age-appropriate strength, speed, and endurance training for developing players.

1. 1Speed & AccelerationImprove 10m sprint time by 0.1 seconds through technique focus
2. 2Repeated Sprint AbilityComplete 6 x 30m sprints with less than 10% drop-off between first and sixth
3. 3Functional StrengthComplete a 6-exercise bodyweight circuit with correct form for 2 full rounds
4. 4Explosive Power JumpsPerform 10 consecutive box jumps (30-45cm) with proper landing mechanics, and increase broad jump distance by 0.5m over baseline.
5. 5Core & StabilityHold a plank for 60 seconds with proper form, complete 15 controlled single-leg Romanian deadlifts per leg, and demonstrate 3 dynamic stretches correctly.

Design and execute set-piece routines for corners, free kicks, and throw-ins.

1. 1Corner Kick RoutinesExecute 3 different corner kick routines with correct player positioning
2. 2Free Kick VariationsExecute 3 different free kick options (direct shot, pass to runner, set piece play) accurately
3. 3Defensive Set PiecesOrganize defensive setup for corners and free kicks with correct marking assignments
4. 4Attacking Throw-insExecute 3 different attacking throw-in routines successfully in a game scenario, leading to a shot on goal.

Develop leadership, communication, and team-building skills on and off the pitch.

1. 1On-Field LeadershipOrganize teammates during a game with 5+ audible instructions in 10 minutes
2. 2Team BuildingContribute positively to 3 team-building activities showing encouragement and inclusion
3. 3Handling AdversityDemonstrate 3 positive responses to adversity scenarios during training
4. 4Lead By ExampleDemonstrate 3 distinct leadership actions (e.g., positive encouragement, high work rate, problem-solving) during a small-sided game, influencing team performance positively.

Family-play lessons for U14: activities designed for 1–5+ family members of varying ages.

1. 1Rondo Variations (2–5 players)Possession games that scale to any family size
2. 2Small-Sided Games WorkshopLearn game formats for different family sizes
3. 3Tactical Scenarios (Any Numbers)Practice tactical concepts with available family members
4. 4Tactical Game PlaySuccessfully execute a chosen tactical principle (e.g., creating overloads, defensive shape) in 3 out of 4 competitive mini-game scenarios.

1. 1High-Tempo PossessionComplete 15+ one-touch passes in rondo and switch play through all 3 zones within 8 seconds in 4/5 attempts.
2. 2Defensive OrganizationMaintain compact defensive shape (no more than 25m between back line and front line) and recover goal-side within 4 seconds in 5/6 reps.
3. 3Match PreparationCreate a coherent tactical game plan addressing 4 key phases and successfully implement planned pressing triggers in opposed practice.
4. 4Season Capstone MatchDemonstrate autonomous tactical decision-making in a full match with no coach intervention and complete a reflective self-assessment identifying measurable development goals.

Understand and execute multiple formations and tactical systems in 11v11 contexts.

1. 14-3-3 SystemExecute 4-3-3 formation with correct player roles and movement patterns in 11v11
2. 24-4-2 SystemSwitch to 4-4-2 and execute its defensive compactness and striker partnership
3. 33-5-2 / 3-4-3 SystemExecute back-3 system with wing-backs providing width in attack and cover in defense
4. 4In-Game Formation ChangesSwitch formation mid-game on coach signal without losing shape for more than 10 seconds
5. 5Formations: 4-3-3 vs 4-4-2Players will demonstrate understanding of 4-3-3 and 4-4-2 defensive and attacking shapes by successfully transitioning between them in 3/4 scenarios and maintaining tactical shape for 70% of a conditioned game.

Complex attacking patterns, final-third play, and creating chances from various situations.

1. 1Attacking in Wide AreasDeliver 3/6 accurate crosses from wide positions to runners in the box
2. 2Playing Through Central AreasCreate a central chance through 3+ pass combination ending in a shot 3/5 times
3. 3Creating Space for OthersMake 4+ decoy/dummy runs that create space exploited by a teammate in 9v9 game
4. 4Breaking Down Deep DefensesCreate 3+ chances against a team in a low block using patient build-up
5. 5Rotations & Half-Space OverloadsExecute 3 distinct positional rotations in the half-space leading to a numerical overload and a shot on target during game play.

High-level GK training - distribution, sweeping, 1v1 scenarios, and cross dealing.

1. 1Sweeper-Keeper PlaySweep up through balls outside the box correctly 4/6 times without fouling
2. 2GK Distribution MasteryDistribute to 4 different zones (short, medium, switch, long) accurately 2/3 each
3. 3Dealing with CrossesClaim or punch 5/8 crosses delivered into the box under pressure
4. 4Distribution Under PressureSuccessfully complete 8/10 distribution attempts (long or short) to designated targets within 5 seconds of gaining possession, demonstrating appropriate technique.

Understanding training periodization to peak for important matches and tournaments.

1. 1Training Load ManagementDesign a 1-week training plan balancing intensity across 4 sessions
2. 2Recovery & RegenerationComplete a full recovery session including foam rolling, stretching, and nutrition planning
3. 3Pre-Competition PreparationExecute a complete match-day preparation routine (warm-up, activation, tactical review)
4. 4Training Load MonitoringPlayers will accurately record RPE and duration for 3/4 training activities and calculate total training load, demonstrating understanding of internal vs. external load.
5. 5Tapering & Peak PerformancePlayers will design a 3-day pre-game taper plan, including specific activity types, duration, and recovery protocols, achieving 80% adherence to periodization principles.

Use match analysis tools and video review to improve individual and team performance.

1. 1Video Analysis BasicsIdentify 3 tactical patterns from a 10-minute match clip using analysis framework
2. 2Self-AnalysisReview personal game footage identifying 3 strengths and 3 areas for improvement
3. 3Opposition AnalysisCreate a scouting report on an opponent identifying 3 strengths and 3 weaknesses
4. 4Opponent Analysis Deep DivePlayers will identify and articulate at least 3 tactical strengths and 3 weaknesses of an opponent based on video analysis, and propose counter-strategies for 2 of these.

Advanced dead ball skills including curved free kicks, long throws, and penalty technique.

1. 1Bending Free KicksBend a free kick around a wall and on target from 22m 3/8 times
2. 2Penalty Technique & PsychologyScore 7/10 penalties using a consistent pre-shot routine and placement
3. 3Precision Free KicksScore 3/5 free-kicks from 20-25m, hitting a designated 2m x 2m target zone within the goal.
4. 4Corner Kick DeliveryDeliver 4/6 corner kicks into a designated 5m x 5m target zone within the 6-yard box, varying inswing and outswing.
5. 5Penalty Spot MasterySuccessfully execute 3/4 penalty kicks, varying placement (left/right, high/low) and power against a goalkeeper.

Self-awareness, player identity, and long-term development planning.

1. 1Defining Your Playing StyleArticulate personal playing style with 3 defining characteristics and supporting evidence
2. 2Long-Term Development PlanCreate a 6-month individual development plan with specific, measurable goals
3. 3Positional SpecializationDemonstrate understanding of 2-3 specific positional roles by executing 80% of role-specific actions correctly in drills and game scenarios.
4. 4Developing Playing StyleSuccessfully execute 75% of tactical actions consistent with a possession-based style (e.g., maintaining possession for 5+ passes) in a conditioned game.
5. 5Strengths ProfilingIdentify 2 personal strengths and successfully apply them in 3 distinct game scenarios during a match, receiving positive peer/coach feedback.

How food becomes work: energy balance, the three macronutrients, hydration, and reading what is actually in a packet.

1. 1Energy Balance and Why It Is Not a DietExplain energy in versus energy out, and estimate a day's intake and expenditure
2. 2Carbohydrate, Protein and FatDescribe what each macronutrient does and identify them in real food
3. 3Hydration and Measuring It HonestlyMeasure personal sweat rate and describe the effect of dehydration on performance
4. 4Reading Labels and Marketing ClaimsEvaluate a sports-nutrition product against what the label actually says

The training adaptation that happens when nothing is happening: sleep architecture, debt, and the routine that protects it.

1. 1What Sleep Does to a Trained BodyExplain how sleep supports adaptation, and why training without it does not stick
2. 2Tracking Sleep for Two WeeksKeep a sleep log and relate it to how sessions felt
3. 3Building a Wind-Down RoutineDesign and trial an evening routine that protects sleep onset
4. 4Travel, Tournaments and Broken SleepPlan sleep around a competition weekend when the routine cannot hold

Load, warm-up, the difference between soreness and pain, and who decides when a player goes back.

1. 1Soreness, Pain and the DifferenceDistinguish normal training soreness from a symptom that needs stopping for
2. 2Why Warm-Ups WorkExplain the mechanism of a warm-up and evaluate your own
3. 3Training Load and Doing Too Much Too SoonDescribe how rapid load increases raise injury risk, and read your own load history
4. 4Returning After an InjuryOutline a staged return and identify who is qualified to clear it

Family-play lessons for U16: activities designed for 1–5+ family members of varying ages.

1. 1Sibling Serving & FinishingUse siblings as servers/passers for finishing drills
2. 2Parent as Training PartnerSpecific drills where a parent provides resistance/service
3. 3Competitive Family ChallengesHigh-intensity competition between siblings

1. 1High-Intensity Game SimulationMaintain decision-making quality above 75% accuracy during fatigued conditions and demonstrate tactical adaptability across 3 different game-state scenarios.
2. 2Leadership & CommunicationDemonstrate effective on-field communication in 4+ instances per game and successfully organize teammates' positioning through vocal leadership.
3. 3Tactical FlexibilitySuccessfully transition between 3 formations within 10 seconds and implement a tactical counter-adjustment within 90 seconds of identifying opponent change.
4. 4Season Capstone & Development PlanningDemonstrate measurable physical improvement from start of season, lead autonomous tactical decision-making in match play, and create a detailed SMART development plan for the off-season.

High-level tactical understanding - game models, phases of play, and situational tactics.

1. 1Game Model DevelopmentDescribe team game model covering all 4 phases of play with tactical principles
2. 2Positional Play (Juego de Posicion)Maintain correct positional structure in 5 zones during 11v11 possession play
3. 3Defensive Pressing VariationsExecute 3 different pressing strategies (high, mid, low) switching between them on command
4. 4Situational TacticsMake correct tactical adjustments for 4/5 different match situations presented
5. 5Positional Play PrinciplesPlayers will demonstrate understanding of Juego de Posicion by successfully executing 8/10 progressive passes to create numerical or positional superiority in a 4v2 + 2 game.

Refine all technical skills to elite level under game-speed pressure.

1. 1Passing Range MasteryComplete 5-10m, 15-25m, and 30m+ passes accurately 4/5 times at each range
2. 2Advanced FinishingScore using 5 different finishing techniques in a shooting circuit
3. 3Ball Mastery Under PressureMaintain possession for 30+ seconds in a 1v1 tight space with close defender
4. 4Weak Foot ExcellenceScore, pass 20m, and dribble through 6 cones using only weak foot with 80% success
5. 5Elite First TouchPlayer will successfully execute 8/10 first touches to gain an advantage (create space, beat a defender, set up next action) from various incoming ball trajectories.

Elite-level physical preparation - strength, power, speed, endurance, and flexibility.

1. 1Power DevelopmentComplete plyometric circuit with correct form showing explosive power in jumps and sprints
2. 2High-Intensity Interval TrainingComplete 8 x 400m intervals at target pace with 90-second recovery between each
3. 3Injury PreventionComplete FIFA 11+ injury prevention program with correct form on all exercises
4. 4Repeated Sprint EnduranceMaintain a sprint performance within 5% of peak speed over 8 repeated 20-meter sprints.

Advanced leadership skills - team culture, mentoring, and self-management.

1. 1Creating Team CultureContribute to creating a team charter with 5 agreed values and 3 behavioral standards
2. 2Mentoring Younger PlayersPlan and deliver a 15-minute coaching session for younger players on a basic skill
3. 3Self-Management & ProfessionalismCreate a weekly self-management plan covering training, nutrition, sleep, and study
4. 4Pre-Match MasteryDeliver a 3-minute pre-match talk incorporating 3 tactical points and 2 motivational cues, achieving a peer rating of 4/5 for clarity and impact.
5. 5Conflict & MentorshipSuccessfully mediate a simulated team conflict scenario, identifying root causes and proposing 2 actionable solutions, while also providing constructive feedback to a peer on a technical skill, both achieving a peer rating of 4/5.

Complex set-piece design, execution, and defensive organization at elite level.

1. 1Designing Set-Piece RoutinesDesign 2 original set-piece routines with player movements, timing cues, and contingencies
2. 2Dead Ball AccuracyHit specific delivery zones (near post, far post, penalty spot, cutback) 3/4 from corners and free kicks
3. 3Defending Set PiecesOrganize defensive set-up for corners, free kicks, and long throws without conceding in 8/10 attempts
4. 4Elite Corner Kick RoutinesExecute 3/5 rehearsed corner kick routines successfully, creating a clear scoring opportunity, and demonstrate effective defensive organization against 2/3 opponent routines.

Complete match preparation cycle - analysis, planning, execution, and review.

1. 1Pre-Match AnalysisCreate a comprehensive pre-match analysis covering opponent formation, key players, and tactics
2. 2Post-Match ReviewConduct a structured post-match review identifying 3 tactical lessons learned
3. 3Season Review & Goal SettingComplete a comprehensive season review and set 5 SMART goals for next season
4. 4Scouting & TacticsCreate a detailed scouting report and a corresponding tactical plan for an opponent, identifying 3 key strengths/weaknesses and designing 2 counter-tactics.
5. 5Debrief & RecoveryConduct a post-match video analysis, identifying 3 individual performance points and 2 team tactical points for improvement, and outline a personalized recovery plan.

Prepare for next steps - college soccer, semi-pro, coaching, or lifelong recreational play.

1. 1College Soccer PreparationCreate a college soccer recruitment plan including highlight reel requirements and NCAA eligibility
2. 2Coaching PathwayDeliver a 20-minute complete coaching session demonstrating all 4 coaching competencies
3. 3Lifelong Soccer EngagementCreate a personal plan for lifelong engagement with soccer beyond competitive youth play
4. 4Trial Prep MasteryPlayers will identify 3 key areas for improvement from a simulated trial scenario and articulate a plan to address them, aiming for 80% self-assessment accuracy.
5. 5Soccer Portfolio ProPlayers will draft a personal soccer resume and identify 3 essential video clips for a highlight reel, demonstrating understanding of self-marketing.

Stress, pressure, burnout and identity — the part of athlete health that does not show up on a fitness test.

1. 1Stress, Arousal and PerformanceDescribe how arousal affects performance and identify your own useful range
2. 2Burnout and OvertrainingRecognise the signs of burnout and distinguish them from ordinary fatigue
3. 3Identity Beyond the SportExamine athletic identity and its risk at the end of a playing career
4. 4Helping a TeammatePractise responding to a struggling teammate and know the referral limits

Overload, specificity, reversibility and periodisation — the principles under every programme, applied to the student's own year.

1. 1Overload, Specificity and ReversibilityDefine the three principles and find each one in your own training history
2. 2Energy Systems and What They Feel LikeMatch the three energy systems to efforts of different duration
3. 3Periodisation Across a YearExplain why training varies across a season and map your own year
4. 4Reading a Study Without Being FooledEvaluate a training claim against the evidence offered for it

Doping, over-the-counter supplements and the everyday substances a young athlete meets first. Florida's HOPE framework names this explicitly.

1. 1Supplements and What Is Actually in ThemExplain why supplement regulation is weaker than medicine regulation
2. 2Performance-Enhancing DrugsDescribe the main categories, their health costs, and the rules that apply
3. 3Alcohol, Nicotine and RecoveryExplain the effect of common substances on adaptation and sleep
4. 4Deciding Under PressureApply a decision framework to realistic pressure scenarios

Family-play lessons for U18: activities designed for 1–5+ family members of varying ages.

1. 1Coach Your SiblingsDevelop leadership by coaching younger family members
2. 2Family Film StudyWatch and analyze professional games together
3. 3Family Periodization PlanDesign a weekly family training schedule together

1. 1Elite Match IntensityMaintain technical accuracy above 80% during high-intensity play and demonstrate composure in 6/8 clutch finishing scenarios.
2. 2Scouting & Self-PresentationComplete a professional player profile, identify 5+ highlight-worthy moments from the season, and draft a high-quality outreach email to a coach or scout.
3. 3Coaching & MentorshipDesign and deliver a coherent 20-minute training session with clear progressions and create a viable community coaching plan.
4. 4Legacy & Next StepsArticulate a clear personal soccer pathway, deliver a professional presentation on a career option, and demonstrate leadership in organizing and executing a full match independently.