COMPETITIVE
About Competitive Soccer
The Florida Hawks FC Competitive Program is designed for boys and girls ages U8-U19. The Competitive Program provides a positive environment for players who demonstrate the necessary talent, skill, commitment, good sportsmanship, and desire to continue to develop and compete at the highest levels. It requires travel to local, regional, or out-of-state games and tournaments, for players and their families. Individual teams compete at various levels depending on the competitive needs of the players involved.
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Competitive teams are formed in the spring of each year through open tryouts and evaluations. Players are accepted to their team from July 1 to June 30 the following year but are committed to a 10-month playing season (1 August - 31 May) with some summer play based on qualification.
Pre-Academy : U7
One of Florida Hawks FC’s most unique programs is Pre-Academy, the bridge to our competitive program. Designed for aspiring young boys and girls, this program is the perfect stepping stone for young players eager to explore soccer in a structured, yet nurturing environment with elite professional training by competitive program coaches.
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With two weekly training sessions and an exciting 4v4 match each week in the same year-round season as the competitive teams, Pre-Academy strikes the ideal balance between skill development and game experience. Its curriculum mirrors the competitive program, bridging the gap between introductory programs like Mighty Hawks and Rec and the intensity of competitive U8 soccer.
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Our focus is on individual player growth, ensuring that every participant hones their skills and builds confidence on the field, readying players for the competitive program.
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Bridge between rec and competitive
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Mirrors curriculum of the competitive program
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Elite professional training by competitive program coaches
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Year round training 2x per week
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Games
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Intended to be a pathway to the competitive program
Youth Academy : U8 - U9 - U10
Our U8/U9/10 Academy program concentrates on developing comfort, control, and creativity through technical ball skills and decision-making in the game while creating a fun and dynamic atmosphere for players. Teams play 7v7, allowing players to learn by playing while enjoying being part of a team.
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Players on U8 and U9 teams practice twice a week while U10 is three times a week, with a licensed coach and play in US Club Soccer’s WFPL leagues from November- April. Teams also participate in tournaments throughout the season. U10 teams may play in the Pre-ECNL league.
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U11 - U12
This program is for players who want to continue to improve individual skills while being challenged in a team environment. Coaches focus on expanding player abilities, skills, and game aptitude while introducing team tactics. Teams play 9v9, adding mid-field play and the merging of technical, tactical, and psychological elements of the game. Ultimately, players are prepared for the advancement to 11v11.
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Players practice three times a week and participate in WFPL and Pre-ECNL RL as well as several tournaments throughout the season.
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U13 - U19
The U13-19 program is meant for focused, highly motivated, and talented players who want to experience the personal growth and developmental benefits of high-level, specific, and professional coaching. Players are provided the opportunity to play against local, regional, and national competition with ability-level formed teams. Focus is on teaching skillful, possession, and attacking soccer. Coaches constantly push players in practice and games to achieve the next level of play.
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Players practice three times a week and participate in ECNL RL, NPL, WFPL, USA and other competitive leagues, as well as several tournaments/showcases each year.