Practices / Training Sessions

In an effort to maintain a professional Club identity and professionalism on and off the field and within the training programs players are asked to:

  • Arrive at the field at the appropriate times prior to training sessions (listed below)
  • Attend practice in the Sun Devils practice uniform (Red Jersey, Black Shorts, Black Socks, cold weather Sun Devils warm-up)
  • Arrive with properly inflated Club Equipment Sponsored Soccer Ball
  • Wear shin guards at all times
  • Bring ample amount of water
  • To notify the Head Coach if s/he needs to miss a practice. The practice session must be made up with another team as directed by the coach. (age above or lower)
  • Follow the rules of the Tutor Program when looking for additional practice opportunities

Parental Advice

  • Parents are not allowed to step onto the field to speak with a coach or players during a practice session. In case of an emergency, please ask to talk with the Manager on the sideline to address any concerns.
  • If you would like a conference with the coach, prior arrangements would be appreciated in order to allow the coach to set enough time to address your concerns. Coaches will have more than one training or game to attend to on any evening. 24 hour rule in effect following any game.
  • If your concern is not addressed please make arrangements to speak with the DOC (Director of Coaching & Player Development).
Practice Time Arrival Time
6:30pm6:15 - 6:25pm
7:45pm7:30pm
9:00pm8:45pm

Weekends

Arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of practice.

If you arrive early players are expected to work on flexibility and core training exercises outlined by the Fitness coach.

Players are expected to train and compete at high intensity levels for 75 minute. It is imperative for the individual, group and team success players make full efforts to concentrate and focus on the session of the day while applying knowledge gained from previous sessions.

The coaching staff will determine if additional 15 minute session is necessary if the intensity level was not game realistic.

 
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