ACADEMY (9U-10U)
The Indy Eleven North Academy Program serves as a transitionary step between Pre-Academy soccer and Travel soccer. Players receive the licensed coaching and year-round training opportunities of the Travel Program; but there is minimal travel, and players of all levels are welcome to join, like our Pre-Academy Program.
FOR PLAYERS BORN 2016-2015
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How Academy Works
The Academy seeks to build confidence and creativity in each player by helping them to master fundamental skills in a fun, player-centered environment.
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Training
All Academy teams are coached by licensed, paid staff. Teams train 3x per week during the fall and spring and once per week over the winter. At this stage, the focus of training is on technical development, 1v1s, and small group play. Supplemental Training opportunities are also available to Academy players throughout the year.
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Games
The game play format is 7v7. Games are held during "play dates," where a team will play two games in one day. Teams typically play 8-10 games each season, but it only takes up 4-5 days––leaving more time for other family activities.
All players in the Academy receive equal playing time during games and all players experience all positions on the field. The focus is on long-term player development.
Travel for Academy players is minimal. When games are not at our home fields, they are normally in Goshen, Elkhart, Granger, or South Bend.
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Registration
Academy registrants should attend evaluations to help with team placement. If you cannot attend evaluations, please still register to secure your place.
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Evaluations
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Academy Program: Evaluations June 4-5 @ Bontrager Fields (FULL SCHEDULE)
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LaGrange Academy Program: Evaluations June 23 @ Lakeland High School
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For more information on the cost of the Academy, see our Club Tuition page.
*A limited number of 8U (2017) players may be permitted to participate in our Academy Program. All decisions are subject to club approval.