Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences between Jr. Blades and AYSO?
The main difference is that Jr. Blades is an Academy program, managed by our professional Academy Director, who oversees the development of EVERY PLAYER!
All of our practices and game are held at the same location, so the AD can monitor and assess all coaches to ensure that they follow the age appropriate curriculum.
All our coaches have been subjected to and passed background checks through live scan.
All our coaches have received their Youth Module 1 (YM1) age appropriate coaching License from the state of California's Youth Soccer Governing Organization known as Cal.South.
This will ensure that ALL players to have a great experience in soccer and enable each and every one of them to reach their FULL POTENTIAL in the sport.
When does Junior Blades Spring season start/end?
Practice begins the week of March 1st.
The first game begins March 13th.
The end of season tournament is May 22nd.
When are practices held?
U6 – U12 teams will practice on Tuesdays or Thursdays. The U5 program will practice and play on Saturdays at the same location as Junior Blades.
There will be Professional Skills Training available on Tues/Thurs for all players u7 and above. The professional skills training will commence on Tuesday April 6th and will run for 6 weeks.
Where/what time is practice held?
Each team practices once a week either on a Tuesday or Thursday and the two time slots are 5PM – 6:15PM and 6:15PM – 7:30PM.
When/where are the games held?
The games will be played on Saturdays between 10AM – 4PM.
Do we get a new uniform?
Every new player will receive a new uniform for the spring season.
What can you tell me about your NEW Under 5 program?
Our U5 program will practice AND play their games on the same day (Saturday). Practices will be conducted by the FC Blades professional coaching staff and will focus on age appropriate, fun activities with a soccer ball. The kids will have a blast!
Who gets professional training?
Each team will get ongoing professional training with professional coach Glen Gamble. Plus, there will be 6 weeks of Individual skills training for U7 – U12 players by FC Blades professional coaches.
Can we register online?
Yes. The online registration is open. Click on Spring Registration tab at the top of the homepage.
How do I register for one of the FC.Blades summer camp programs?
log on to www.fcblades.com & register online.