DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM

​The Developmental League, also known as Recreational Soccer, is a fun and inclusive program designed for kids of all abilities to enjoy the game. It’s the perfect way to learn new skills, make friends, and experience the joy of soccer in a supportive environment!

• Each team will play 8 games.

• There are no tryouts for this league, everyone gets a chance to play.

• Teams normally practice twice a week.

• All coaches at the Developmental level are volunteer coaches.

• All players are provided a uniform by the Colorado Hawks. The uniform consists of two jerseys, 1 short, 1 pair of socks.

• Registration for the Developmental league is $325 per season. A $25.00 late fee is applied to all late registrations.

• All games are played on Saturday and times will vary. Games are played against nearby clubs.

• Travel within the Metro area is required for games against other clubs.

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PLAYER PLACEMENT ON TEAMS

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Returning players will be given first priority for team placement as long as they have:

1. Registered and paid by the registration deadline

2. Requested to have the same team and/or coach

New players are placed on teams where space is available and are given the following priorities:

1. Staff recommendations

2. First come, first serve

3. What team or coach was requested

 

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DEVELOPMENTAL DIVISIONS

 

U5 and U6
Teams usually practice once or twice a week and have an eight-game season, beginning end of August with games scheduled for September through October. Games are played on micro fields with small goals in a 4v4 format with no goalies. Emphasis is on improving basic skills and having fun, developing their comfort with the ball, encouraging them to grow on the field, and learning the dynamics of a team sport. Teams are encouraged not to keep score. All games are refereed by parent volunteers.

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U7 and U8 
This program is designed to offer young players as an introduction and a little more focus and skill with the ball while having fun and learning a team sport. Practices are generally held twice a week and teams play on larger fields in a 6v6 format with goalkeepers. Eight games are scheduled during the season against teams from other southeast area clubs. Focus is continuing improvement on basic skills as well as positions and teamwork. All games are refereed by parent volunteers.

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U9 and U10 Developmental
Teams practice twice a week and play on a field big enough for an 8v8 format with goalkeepers. Eight games are played against teams from other southeast area clubs. Focus is continuing improvement on basic skills as well as positions and teamwork. All games are refereed by certified CYS referees and by parent volunteers.

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U9 and U10 Option 1 Intermediate
CYS Option 1 League for U9 and U10 and older teams. U9-U10 will play 8v8 and U11 and older option will play 11v11. Colorado Youth Soccer offers a state league for those committed players and teams looking for a higher level of competition and travel. The aim of this program is to provide a soccer experience that meets the needs of the majority of young players in the Aurora and surrounding areas. For the U10 age group, this is an intermediate level that prepares players for competitive levels. For teams that do not wish to go competitive, they can continue to play option 1.

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REGISTRATION

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Registration for the Developmental league is $325.00 per season. A $25.00 late fee is applied to all late registrations.

 

For more information on any of these programs please contact us at Cohawkssoccer@gmail.com