- Is targeted toward coaching players age 16 to college level
- Focuses on recognizing the principles of the game and its technical applications in 9v9 game situations
- Is able to teach and implement these principles through functional training sessions leading up to the 9v9 game
- Has a better understanding of the responsibilities of coaching at advanced levels and is prepared to pursue the National "A" License
- Helps coaches observe and identify tactical and technical breakdowns in game situations
- Is able to develop and implement appropriate training sessions to meet the demands of the game
PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST
Ray Goodlett
1996 All-Mid-Continent Conference
Played professionally with the Richmond Kickers & DC United
Pete Allen - Assistant Coach
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Summer Camps
U-TURN proudly brings you Soccer Summer Camps!!
U-TURN Soccer summer camps will be the best camp in town. With qualified coaches from around the country, you don't want to miss this! Click here to see our flyer and sign up! Lunch is included in the camp fee and will be provided by our U-TURN Cafe!
Check out the bio of the coaching staff:
DIRECTOR OF SOCCER
Greg Simmonds
Office (804) 358-2775 ext. 25
greg@u-turn.org
College Soccer- Howard University
Howard University 3-time MVP
9 years of professional playing experience
US Soccer B license holder.
PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST
Ray Goodlett
1996 All-Mid-Continent Conference
Played professionally with the Richmond Kickers & DC United
Academy Director
Roger Thomas
The Soccer Academy and Training of Parkland is under the direction and leadership of Roger Thomas, a former midfielder for the Miami Fusion (MLS) and the Jamaican National Team. Roger played collegiate soccer locally at Florida International University. Roger holds NSCAA National and Advanced National Licenses, USSF A License, KNVB Dutch National Federation and Certification and is a Florida Youth Soccer Association Licensed Coach. Coach Roger was the boys Assistant Varsity Coach of the American Heritage High School in Delray Beach, Florida and lead them to win the 2005-06 State Championship.
Assistant coach:
Craig Demmin (5th year)
Craig is a former professional soccer player who spent six years with the Rochester Rhinos. During his tenure with the Rhinos, he was named MVP three times. Craig has also played with the Virginia Beach Mariners and played on the Trinidad and Tobago National Team for a decade. Also played MLS for the Tampa Bay Mutiny. A four-time collegiate All-American at Belhaven College, Craig holds a USSF "B" License.
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Facilities
Futsal League
- U-TURN features all hardwood floors.
- Two College/Professional length courts (94' x 50")
- Two High School length courts (84' x 50")
- Each court has a wall scoreboard and shot clock capabilities.
- Click here to view our brochure!
Training Surface
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Training
U-TURN Sports Academy is a sports institute. Classes are full quarters in length (3 months/ 12 weeks).
Our quarter system goes as follows:
- Fall: September to December
- Winter: December to March
- Spring: March to June
- Summer: June to September
Athletes must go through skills evaluation to determine your program level. There are 4 levels in the soccer program: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced, and Elite.
U-TURN Soccer focuses on specific skill development at every level: ball handling, dribbling, throw-in, shooting, crossing, transition, passing, teamwork, and goalkeeping.
NEXT-LEVEL TRAINING (NLT I-II-III)
Next-Level Training is designed to provide a complete program focusing on the core aspects of athleticism and skill development. Each athlete will spend an hour on the court, an hour with Sports Science, and fifteen minutes in a devotion (in a predetermined order). In order to get to your Next-Level, we recommend that you come at least 2-3 times a week during a quarter. But as a family, you are able to choose between 1-3 times of training a week. NLT I meets on Mondays. NLT II meets on Mondays and Wednesdays. NLT III meets on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.
SKILL TRAINING (IN-SEASON)
Skill Training (In-Season) is designed to provide individual skill development time for the advanced or elite athlete. The athlete will spend an hour on the court targeting a specific skill or skill set.
POSITION TRAINING
Position Training is designed to provide a position specific one hour regiment, so that the advanced or elite athlete can own their position.
INDIVIDUAL AND SMALL GROUP TRAINING
These are private or semi-private lessons, in order to give the athlete more specific instruction or attention. (1:1 up to 1:4 ratio trainer/coach to athlete)
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Leagues
FUTSAL LEAGUE
Futsal is derived from the Spanish or Portuguese word for "soccer" (FUTbol or FUTebol) and the French or Spanish word for "indoor"
(SALon or SALa). The game is frequently referred to as Five-A-Side and is played on a small field (roughly basketball court sized) with a
smaller/heavier size 3-4 ball. There are no walls in play. This is the game world class soccer players around the globe play to refine and
maintain their control skills and touch.
To sign up for our Futsal league starting June 11- July 23rd, 2008, and camps June 16th-20th and July 14th-18th click here
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News & Events
Little Ballerz is a new and exciting development program for young soccer players. The program features are geared toward development in the areas of motor coordination skills, social skills, and team camaraderie within a fun, pressure-free, environment. Your children will learn the skills and tools needed to be successful both on and off the field. Our goal is to share the joys of soccer and the excitement it brings both on and off the field. Click here to view the flyer!
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