MSYSA ODP 101 Training Program
Birth date range is January 1, 2000 to December 31, 2001

Purpose
This Program is designed to provide additional technical training to those players seeking new challenges and help identify the level of u10 and u11 Michigan Players. The identification process will help our ODP Staff in its efforts to design and implement appropriate demands and objectives.

The curriculum will be designed specifically for youth players; therefore, your sons and daughters will be assured a proper, age specific learning environment.

Our philosophy is to develop skills and techniques to play “The Beautiful Game of Soccer.” The expression of the player and his/her ability is vital. We want to open the door of creativity for every player with a soccer ball.

Plan
The plan is for the “ODP 101 Training Program” to be offered in each SEASONAL YEAR. The Program is for the SERIOUS, COMPETITIVE PLAYER, seeking to make the first step into learning about the MSYSA ODP Program.

There will be FOUR Training Centers across the State. West (Grand Rapids Area), Metro North (Oxford), Metro Central (Northville), and Central North (Mason): You must choose one and stick with it.

Each Training site will host an Identification Camp to identify players for the ODP101 Training Pool. Cost of the Identification Camp is $80.00. You must pre-register. After the ID Camp you may be chosen to continue on with the 101 Training Pool.
ODP101 Training Pool will train 6 times total: 3x in the Fall and 3x in the Spring. The cost of the ODP101 Training Program is $125.00.

Improving Technique
When players improve their technical ability they grow in confidence and give themselves a greater capacity to process information, which is vital in the development of young soccer players. Improving technique is paramount to achieving success at the higher levels.

Improving Teamwork
Another way to increase enjoyment of the game is through interaction with team -mates, with small group activities which enhance skillful and imaginative play, for example (2v1, 2v2, 2v3, 3v3, and 4v4 to goals or targets) At a young age, players play in a number of positions to improve their all around understanding and knowledge of the game.

Playing With High Standards
Discipline is a key factor when learning the game of soccer. MSYSA expects all players to attend training. Arrive early. Shirts tucked in, socks pulled up displaying proper Soccer Attire. Equipment, including a soccer ball, shin-guards and water bottle are mandatory items.

Format
Each Training Session will go for 90 minutes. The first 45 minutes will be age appropriate training and the last 45 minutes will consist of 3v3 to 5v5 matches.

Training will be based on improving technical needs of players along with small group tactics. After the training session, the players in attendance will then be mixed so that they can play 3v3/4v4/5v5 games.

Training Format
Players are identified and grouped by age and ability. The staff will teach and develop these players to have the confidence, and the technical ability to enjoy the game

Positive Coaching
Positive coaching from our staff is vitally important to our players’ development. We must ensure that our players are installed with confidence to play and have an understanding of the coach's instructions also that our players except constructive and negative information to improve them as soccer players and team members. Encouragement at this level is a massive motivational tool to making our players successful, creative and well rounded soccer players.

Only players who have competed in the ODP 101 ID Camp can possibly move on to the 101 Training if chosen. Please read registration information below.

Every participant must register on-line. Go to www.michiganyouthsoccer.org, then to programs, then to ODP 101 ID Camp Registration. You have the option to pay by check, your check must be received within 7 days after you register on-line, or your registration will be deleted. You can also pay by credit card, either way; you must register on line and pay prior to the deadlines. Late fees go into effect on June 30th. On-time ID Camp fee is $80.00; a late fee applies to any payment received after June 30th. The late ID Camp fee is $100.00. All ID Camp Registration closes on July 25th. If you miss this deadline then you cannot attend the ID Camp. Refunds will be honored for documented medical emergencies only (doctor’s written excuse). See our refund policy at www.michiganyouthsoccer.org a $50.00 administrative fee will be withheld.

NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE ACCEPTED-On-Line Registration will end July 25th.
July 25th is the last possible date to register for the ID 101 Camps.

Location for MSYSA ODP ID 101 Camp
Once you register for a location, you will not be allowed to switch.

WEST--Varsity Soccer Field @ Grand Valley State University, 1 Campus Dr, Allendale, MI 49401

MASON- St James Church, 1010 Lansing St, Mason, MI

OXFORD- Seymour Lake Park, 2795 Seymour Lake Rd, Oxford, MI

NORTHVILLE- Northville Community Park, 15801 Beck Rd, Northville, MI

Please check back periodically for any schedule and location changes.
All participants need to arrive a least 30 minutes prior to your first scheduled start time. Check in to receive two tryout shirts. Bring your own water bottle, shin guards, ball, soccer shoes, and issued tryout t-shirts to each session.

What is the ODP101 ID CAMP?
ODP101 Camp Program is an open camp for any player wishing to attend. The camp will be instructed by National Level Coaches using an age-appropriate curriculum. The camp will be used to help identify potential players to be INVITED to join in the ODP101 Training Program. The ODP101 Training Program will help MSYSA gauge the progress of its players, provide tangible feedback as to the future development of MSYSA Players and help establish critical curriculum programs for the development of the MSYSA Player.

What will be the focus of the Training Program?
First, MSYSA recognizes that the age-appropriate training is vital for 10 and 11 years olds. With this in mind, US Youth Soccer and US Soccer Recommendations for age –appropriate and age-development training will be followed. Some major themes:

Training Focus
Ball comfortableness, 1v1 skill and confidence, Basic agility and balance with the ball, receive balls under pressure, Individual Tactic Goals, 1 v 1 Attacking, 2v1 Attacking, 2v2, 3v3, 4v4 Scenarios

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Questions; contact Bryan Thorp, MSYSA DOC, bthorp@michiganyouthsoccer.org