FC TUCSON YOUTH ACADEMY
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our Pre-Academy Soccer Program provides a bridge between recreational play and competitive academy soccer. Designed for motivated young players, the curriculum focuses on fundamental technical mastery, decision-making, and fostering a deep love for the game in an engaging, high-energy environment.
KEY BENEFITS
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Professional Coaching: Led by licensed club staff focused on long-term player development rather than winning at all costs.
- Structured Pathway: Directly prepares players for the jump to full-sided competitive academy teams.
- Small-Sided Games: Formats like 4v4 and 7v7 maximize touches on the ball and keep every player involved in the action.
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
WHAT TO EXPECT
- Skill Development: Dribbling, first touch, passing accuracy, and dynamic movement.
- Game IQ: Introduction to basic positioning, team structure, and transitions.
- Player Centric Culture: Positive reinforcement building confidence both on and off the pitch.
Pre-Academy Program Leadership
Pre-Academy Program Leadership
Pre-Academy Program Leadership
U10 Pre-Academy Teams
Pre-Academy Program Leadership
Pre-Academy Program Leadership
- U10B West #1 & #2
- Head Coach: Edgar Leyva (edgarl15@icloud.com, 520-861-4824)
- Assistant Coach: Sebastian Guzman (520-360-8654)
- U10B West #3
- Head Coach: Gabino Medina (gmedatlas@aol.com, 520-248-8995)
- U10B East #1, #2, & #3
- Head Coach: Dai Nguyen (dai7soccer@gmail.com, 520-403-8262)
- Assistant Coaches: Alec Nguyen (520-392-4849), Jarod Hanlon (520-818-4851)
U9 Pre-Academy Teams
U9 Pre-Academy Teams
U9 Pre-Academy Teams
- U9B West #1 & #2
- Head Coach: Carlos Erunes (erunescarlos@yahoo.com, 520-954-8475)
- U9B West #3
- Head Coach: Gabino Medina (gmedatlas@aol.com, 520-248-8995)
- U9B East Moraga
- Head Coach: Mario Moraga
U8 Pre-Academy Teams
U9 Pre-Academy Teams
U9 Pre-Academy Teams
- U8B West Arviso # &, #2
- Head Coach: Ronnie Arviso (rarviso@fctucsonyouth.com, 520-861-6959)
- Assistant Coach: Michal Mojzis (928-458-6383)
- U8B East Nguyen
- Head Coach: Dai Nguyen (dai7soccer@gmail.com, 520-403-8262)
- Assistant Coaches: Alec Nguyen, Jarod Hanlon
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