KICKING IS NOT A SOCCER SKILL - Program Design and Parents’ Role
The purpose of this is to outline our special program, specifically designed for the U-6 & U-8 players. The program is called: “KICKING IS NOT A SOCCER SKILL”. We would like to explain to you the skill priorities and program objectives for your child, the program’s format, and your role within the program.
Skill Priorities
The technical objective of the U-6/U-8 program is to teach players to dribble. Dribbling is the foundation skill for all the other skills and must be taught first. Aimless kicking will be discouraged by the coaches, as it develops bad habits and has no long-term benefits.
Field Layout
Please try and sit further away from the sidelines than you would typically do during a match. The objective here is to give the players a sense of freedom, encourage the players to think for themselves and wean them out of their dependency on the adults.
We ask that you:
- Refrain from coaching. Leave the coaching to the coach.
- Do not tell the players to ‘kick it’ during the matches or trainings.
- Avoid encroachment to the field until the match is terminated.
- Feel free to cheer and applaud. This is NOT Silent Weekend! But please, no negative comments and absolutely no coaching. And, please, applaud good plays by the other team too.
- Exhibit good sportsmanship and make the other team feel welcome.
Please refer to the KINS page for a more detailed rationale of our program. Feel free to speak to Chris Jones at 843-834-0897 or email him by clicking here. if you have any questions or concerns. We truly hope your child and you have a fun and enjoyable season. 
