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ACADEMY

FRIDAY STREET SOCCER KICKED OFF ITS THIRD SEASON

 

During the school brake and once the regular season is finished, all players in Elite Soccer Academy are invited to showcase their abilities on Friday evenings at Street Soccer. Players are given the opportunity to play in a safe but free and unrestricted environment, thereby allowing them to define their own vision of the game of soccer.

 
Players are divided into teams of four and are responsible for organizing the game to their own liking: who plays where? How should we defend? Who marks whom? Each team plays four 16-minute games. Wins, losses, ties and shutouts are tracked, and at the end of the night, a champion team is crowned. Each player on the winning team earns Hershey chocolate bar.

 
The purpose of playing in an unregulated environment is to encourage players to adapt to the ever changing situations that occur during games. We want our players to think quickly and to make tactical decisions on their own.

Participation is underwritten by the club’s sponsors, and the event is therefore free of charge for all children.
FRANKY,JUAN,PATRICK,ZAKI,ALI

FRANKY,JUAN,PATRICK,ZAKI,ALI


RUBEN,DELWIN,JUAN,OSCAR,DIEGO

ELITE SCHEDULE

  • Feb
  • 26
U8 / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Feb
  • 26
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Wellington Galaxy
  • Feb
  • 26
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Boynton Beach Knights
  • Feb
  • 26
U11 WHITE / ELITE SA vs.Delray SC
  • Mar
  • 4
U8 / ELITE SA vs. Wellington Red Bull
  • Mar
  • 4
U9 BLACK / ELITE SA vs.Wellington Whitecaps
  • Mar
  • 4
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Jupiter United
  • Mar
  • 4
U11 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Treasure Coast United
  • Mar
  • 11
U11 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Boynton Beach Knights Red
  • Mar
  • 11
U9 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Wellington S.C.Galaxy
  • Mar
  • 11
U10 BLACK / ELITE SA vs, Palm Beach Soccer Academy
  • Mar
  • 11
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. West Ham United
  • Mar
  • 18
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Mar
  • 18
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Mar
  • 18
U10 BLACK / ELITE SA vs.Wellington Blue
  • Mar
  • 18
U11 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Palm Beach Predators
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STRIKERS PLAYERS VISITED ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. (AUGUST 9, 2011) - Team members from the Fort Lauderdale Strikers visited the Elite Soccer Academy in West Palm Beach on Tuesday, August 9, from 5:30 to 7:30p.m. Strikers' captain Aaron Hohlbein and goalkeeper Phillip Lamarre spoke to more than 60 young soccer players from the academy at their training session. 

"These events are a great way for the players to make a strong connection with the kids and hopefully offer some good advice as they develop their skills," said Graham Greytak, account executive for the Strikers. 

After answering questions from the players and their parents, Hohlbein and Lamarre stuck around to sign autographs. Elite Soccer Academy has been a supporter of the Strikers this season, as the club also purchased tickets so their group could all sit in the same section for the August 27th Centennial game versus FC Tampa Bay.

The Strikers play at home against NSC Minnesota Stars on Wednesday, August 8 at 7:30 p.m. This match and all matches are streamed live at www.strikers.com/live. For ticket information call 954-606-0400 or visit strikers.com. 

 

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY, August 2011 Newsletter

 

Welcome Players, Parents, and the entire Elite family to the start of the 2011-2012 Competitive Season!! After a successful year of development last year, we are looking forward to raising the bar even higher for this season and moving forward into the future to ensure that Elite Soccer Academy is the Premier Soccer Club for player development.
As part of the Club’s reach for excellence, there are several new and exciting things happening at Elite Soccer Academy. Some of the highlights to look forward to this season are:
1.    Director of Player Development Coach Dusko has put together a training curriculum for the upcoming season focusing on the age-level appropriate principles set forth by US Soccer to develop players at the National Team level. Coach Dusko will be presenting this information to the Coaching Staff and working with them to ensure that the curriculum is presented uniformly to every child in our Club. As in the past two seasons, he will also personally oversee each and every training session in our Club.
2.    We have added specialized coaches to our staff as part of our vision of Complete Player Development and will continue to look for quality additions to the Elite family. Beginning in August, we will offer the following:
·         Goalkeeper Coaching will begin on August 10th and will continue weekly. This training will be open to keepers/potential keepers in addition to our normal practice sessions.
·         Speed and Agility Training will be offered beginning August 5th and will continue throughout the season. More information regarding this will be made available at our Parent meeting(s) on August 1st and 2nd.
3.    We have developed a Team Manager Handbook and will hold meetings for Team Managers on August 3rd and 4th. If you are interested in helping your team and the Club by volunteering for this position, please contact Patrick Kennedy or Jahaira Cabrera. Each team WILL BE REQUIRED to have an active Team Manager.
Come out to meet Ft. Lauderdale Strikers Players!!
On August 9th, the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers will have players from their Club join us for our training sessions. As you know, the Strikers and Elite have joined together to expose our players to the professional game and to support our local professional Club. Graham Greytak will also be on hand with tickets available to the Strikers home games and to a special youth night in late August. Please join us in supporting our Club and the Strikers by coming out to meet the player(s) and by purchasing Strikers home game tickets!
 
 
 
Player Registration 
Player registration has begun and all pertinent paperwork and fees will be due to the Team Managers no later than Friday, August 8th, 2011. We have been distributing player registration packages at our Saturday Street Soccer events and have the electronic versions available. Copies will also be available at the first night of training.
 
Training Schedule
The training schedule for the month of August will be as follows:
Mondays:        U8/U9 Boys - 5:30 to 7:00pm
                          U10 Boys – 6:45 to 8:15pm
Tuesdays:       U11/U12 Girls – 5:30 to 7:00pm
                          U11 Boys – 6:45 to 8:15pm
Wednesdays:   Same as Monday.
           Goalkeeper Training beginning 8/10
Thursdays:       Same as Tuesday
Friday:               Girls’ Academy – 6:00 to 7:15pm
                           Speed and Agility Training – 6:15 to 7:15pm
 
*All training for the month of August will be held at South Olive Park except for Goalkeeper Training which will be held at Howard Park.

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY WELCOMES HIGHLY RESPECTED GOALKEEPER COACH TO ITS STUFF

 

Elite Soccer Academy is proud to announce the addition of Coach James Kryger to the Club as our Goalkeeper Coach. Coach Kryger comes to Elite with an extensive soccer coaching and playing career. Coach Kryger was named the Head Coach for Palm Beach Atlantic University women’s soccer history on August 1st, 2008 will begin his fourth season with the Sailfish in August 2011. Under his leadership, PBAU reached new heights in 2010 as they made an appearance in the NCCAA National Championship match; falling eventually in penalty kicks to be named the National Runner-Up. Coach Kryger's team has also continued to prove successful in the classroom as they earned their third straight NSCAA/Adidas Team Academic Award following the 2010 season. Coach Kryger is also currently the goalkeeper coach for the Magic Jack Womens’ Professional Soccer team based in Boca Raton which has on its roster several National Team members including goalkeeper Hope Solo.
 
Prior to his current coaching positions, Coach Kryger was the head coach of the Brevard County Expos, of the United Soccer League, a women’s professional team out of Cocoa Beach, Florida, where he was named Sunshine Conference Coach of the year and led nine players to all-conference and all-league first-team selections. Coach Kryger has returned to his collegiate coaching roots at PBAU after leading the Expos to an undefeated 11-0-1 season and a trip to the National Quarterfinals in 2008. A former assistant coach and recruiting coordinator at NCAA Division I institutions Western Carolina University (2005-2006) and Campbell University (2003-2005), he was also heavily involved with the Olympic Development Program during his time in North Carolina. A native of St. Catharine’s, Ontario, Coach Kryger has also served as a head coach for over 10 years at the internationally renowned Vogelsinger Nike Soccer Academy, formerly directed by Hubert Vogelsinger, one of the original master soccer coaches in the US.
 
No stranger to the game as a player, Coach Kryger began his collegiate playing career at Wheeling Jesuit University in Wheeling, West Virgina, playing two seasons in goal for the NCAA Division II institution. He earned all-conference honors in both 1999 and 2000 and also was a key part of the Cardinals WVIAC champion track and field team. In 2000, he finished with 8 shutouts and a 1.25 goals-against average, which ranked 15th nationally among NCAA Division II goalies. Following his sophomore season at Wheeling Jesuit, Coach Kryger transferred to Cleveland State University where he was a two-year starter for the Vikings. In 25 career matches he recorded 121 saves in goal. He graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, with a focus in sports psychology. He also holds a masters degree in Exercise Science from Campbell University. Coach Kryger made the transition into the coaching profession prematurely after an injury cut short his professional playing career. Kryger backstopped international Finn Harps Football Club of the Irish Premier Division and Ipswich Town Football Club in England's first division. After graduating from Cleveland State in 2001, Kryger was then drafted by the Toronto Lynx of the North America A-League, where he played two seasons in goal before suffering the retirement-forcing injury.
 
In addition to his extensive coaching and playing experience, Coach Kryger also holds coaching licenses from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF), the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA), and the Canadian Soccer Association (CSA).
 

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY TO INCLUDE SPEED AND AGILITY TRAINING INTO ITS ARSENAL FOR COMPLETE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

Elite Soccer Academy is pleased to add to our staff Coach Anthony Mack. Coach Mack will be offering Speed and Agility Training to our Club as well as adding his coaching expertise to our staff.

 

Coach Mack is a former collegiate soccer player playing amongst the NCAA Division II ranks, playing one year at Lenoir-Rhyne University and four years at Palm Beach Atlantic University, respectively. Coach Mack currently holds his Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist (C.S.C.S.) license, as prescribed by the National Strength & Conditioning Association (NSCA) and has been training with collegiate level athletes for several years.  Coach Anthony is the current Womens’ Assistant Soccer Coach at Palm Beach Atlantic University, beginning his second season in 2011 with the Sailfish. Coach Mack has earned a B.S. in Exercise Science and is earning a M.S. in Exercise Physiology at Florida Atlantic University In addition to his education, playing and coaching background, Coach Mack holds a National "C" License from the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) and has certifications from the National Soccer Coaches Association of America (NSCAA).  

 

http://www.strikers.com/

Strikers friendly relationship with Elite Soccer Academy..

Elite Soccer Academy showcased at Strikers game

On June 29th, Elite Soccer Academy had the opportunity to participate in the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers game against their rivals, Tampa Bay FC. Our players led the pre-game parade onto the field during warm ups, walked out with the Strikers players for the team presentation and singing of the national anthem, and then played on the pitch during halftime in front of the thousands of fans in attendance. We were also witness to a great match with the Strikers scoring an equalizer goal just into stoppage time at the end of the game to make the score 1-1. The Strikers almost came away with the win with a spectacular bicycle kick in the 93rd minute that was blocked by a Tampa FC defender to save the tie! For our Director of Player Development Dusko Piljic and our all coaching staff, this event was part of our continuing commitment to expose Elite players to the game at highest levels and was a great experience for our kids to continue to feed their passion for the game. It also serves as a reminder of our commitment and direction that Elite Soccer Academy be the area’s premier Club for COMPLETE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT. Continue to check our website for upcoming events and for more information how you can become a part of and/or a supporter of Elite Soccer Academy.

ADVANCED PLAYER CAMP WITH FREE HEALTHY LUNCH...

 

As part of Elite Soccer Academy’s continuing commitment to the complete player development, our first summer camp dedicated to the advanced players was held at Gaines Park in West Palm Beach June 20th through June 24th. Dusko Piljic, our Director of Player Development, put together a program that was both challenging and great fun for all of the boys and girls that attended. The camp curriculum included technical training and small-sided games on the pitch, time in the swimming pool to cool off and have some fun, and indoor “street soccer” style games played in the gymnasium. Along with all of this, the children were provided with free healthy meals each afternoon which included a discussion about proper nutrition and hydration for athletes. Based on the information provided, all of the kids that attended pledged to eat healthier and avoid “junk” foods that may inhibit their development. When you put this great environment of fun and learning together with the commitment and hard work from the coaches/kids, we had all of the ingredients for success both on and off the pitch! We look forward to continuing to offer opportunities for the development of our boys and girls. Please continue to check our website for upcoming camps and programs offered and become a part of the Elite Soccer Academy family!  

U11 GIRLS CHAMPIONS

6 TEAMS... 3 FINALS!!

 

Congratulations to the U11 GIRLS who won championship together with U10 BLACK and U10 RED who have made it to the final in the 2011 Disney Shootout.

WELL DONE LIONS!! 

 


U10 BLACK


U10 RED

Elite Soccer Academy’s Success at 2011 Disney Memorial Day Soccer Shootout

 

During this past season, our coaches and players have put in a lot of time and effort on their individual development and the development of our Club. This hard work was clearly showcased during our last event of the season at the Disney Memorial Day Shootout. Elite sent six teams to the tournament which included over 330 teams from around the country and from as far away as Argentina. All of our teams were successful in playing the “Elite style” of soccer that has been instilled in our kids from our Director of Coaching, Dusko Piljic. Even with our focus on development and style of play rather than winning, 3 of our 6 teams made the tournament finals!! Based on the level of play at this event, this is an amazing accomplishment for our Club. Two of the three teams that made the finals were from our U10 boys program and they both played valiantly in the finals and were able to come away with 2nd Place finishes against great competition. The third team that was able to make the finals was our U11 girls. In their first year of existence with no team members having previous travel soccer experience, it has been amazing to see their development. Playing against a team that had not even given up a goal during the tournament, our girls came together and fought till the final whistle and came away with a 1-0 victory to claim the title! Congratulations to all of our players and coaches and thank you to the parents who supported Elite Soccer Academy throughout this season. We look forward to seeing you all next season.

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY SUMMER CAMP,....COMPETITIVE PLAYERS ONLY

This camp will not be introductory environment - players should be proficient in at least intermediate - level soccer skills prior to attending.
Each camper will receive free lunch and T-shirt, swimming pool and Indoor Street Soccer /AC / are highlights of this FUN soccer camp.

Who:            Competitive Boys and Girls only          
Date:
Camp 3:      June 20 – June 24 
Time:           2:00pm – 7:30pm

Cost:           $99.00 
                   
Location:   Gaines Park in West Palm Beach
                            
Daily Schedule
2:00-3:30  Field / Technique
3:30-4:30  Swimming Pool
4:30-5:15  Field / Technique
5:15-5:30  Eat
5:30-6:30  Gym / AC / Indoor Soccer      
6:30-7:30  Field / Small Sided Games
             

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY SUMMER CAMPS

 

Who:            Boys and Girls ages 5 – 12
Date:
Camp 1:      June 06 – June 10

Camp 2:      August 15 – August 19
Time:           9:00am – 12:00pm

Cost:           $90.00 Resident
                     $112.00 Non-resident

Location:   South Olive Community Center

Registration is available online at:
www.westpalmplays.com/programRegistration.php

PROFESSIONAL SOCCER CLUB "FORT LAUDERDALE STRIKERS", VISITED ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY

As part of our focus at Elite Soccer Academy on player development and nurturing a love for soccer, we feel that it is vitally important for our boys and girls to be exposed to this beautiful game at all levels. It gives them the chance to see the game in a new way and helps to show them where soccer can take them. With this in mind, we have continued to organize this season many opportunities for our kids to meet and interact with men's and women's college and professional soccer organizations and even to meet Hall of Famer Alexi Lalas!
 
This past Friday night (4/29) at our popular Street Soccer event, Elite Soccer Academy was thrilled to have as our guest a representative from the Ft. Lauderdale Strikers, Mr. Graham Greytak. Graham was kind enough to join us and share information about the Strikers Football Club and to help us organize an Elite Soccer Academy trip on May 14th to watch our Ft. Lauderdale Strikers take on their in-state rivals, the Tampa Bay Rowdies. As a result, we will have over 100 members of our Elite Soccer Academy family at the game and our kids will have the chance to participate in an "on-field" experience during the game! If for some reason you were unable to attend, but would like to join us on May 14th for the game, you can contact Graham at (954)606-0413 to secure your tickets. Be sure to mention that you are with Elite Soccer Academy.
 
Thank you Graham and thanks to the entire Elite family for making this event such a success!

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY AND LAKE WORTH RECREATION HOST PBAU, LYNN AND ST.THOMAS UNIVERSITIES

 

Lake Worth, FL -
On April 16th, Elite SA and the Lake Worth Recreation Department hosted the annual 7v7 alumni games between Palm Beach Atlantic University, Lynn University and St. Thomas University.

Played in Lake Worth’s well-maintained Memorial Park, the small-sided games kicked off every 30 minutes. The event included a free family cookout.

The PBAU alumni team, led by head coach James Kryger, featured former players who have since become teachers, dentists and other community leaders. The event was very successful and everyone had a great time

PBAU WOMEN HEAD COACH VISITED "ESA Street Soccer"....

 

ESA Players Learning from PBAU Players and Coaches
 
 
Elite SA players are benefitting from working with members of the highly successful Palm Beach Atlantic University’s women soccer team.  PBAU players frequently attend ESA training sessions and Friday night Street Soccer events, and they provide insight into the game and guidance to Elite’s aspiring young players.  
 
“It’s fantastic for our players, particularly our girls, to interact with these young women.  They’re knowledgeable players and terrific role models for our kids,” said Keith Schullstrom, Girls Coach.  
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James Kryger, PBAU’s Head Women’s Soccer Coach, visited a recent Street Soccer event and talked with the Lions about commitment, hard work, and most importantly – having fun!  More on Coach Kryger can be found here: http://pbasailfish.com/profile.asp?playerID=203

ONE SEASON...FOUR CHAMPIONS!!!

U9 Black,U10 Black,U10 Red, U10 White

  U-9 Boys Gold Division - Regular Season 2010 - 2011 Standings Exclude Inter-Division Games
(Click on a heading to sort)
Team: GP W L T PTS Gave GF GA PCT
  Elite Soccer Academy Black 10 9 0 1 28 4.30 43 15 0.900
  F.C. Barcelona Blue 10 7 2 1 22 4.00 40 20 0.700
  Palm Beach Kicks Black 10 4 4 2 14 2.40 24 22 0.400
  Wellington Wave S.C. Blue 10 3 7 0 9 3.00 30 37 0.300
  Hobe Sound S.C. 10 2 5 3 9 2.40 24 38 0.200
  Royal Palm Beach Strikers 10 1 8 1 4 1.40 14 43 0.100


LIONS U9 BLACK CHAMPIONS

  U-10 Boys Gold Division - Regular Season 2010 - 2011 Standings Exclude Inter-Division Games
(Click on a heading to sort)
Team: GP W L T PTS Gave GF GA PCT
  Elite Soccer Academy Black 9 7 0 2 23 3.67 33 15 0.778
  Jupiter Sting 10 4 2 4 16 2.80 28 24 0.400
  Palm Beach Soccer Academy 10 3 1 6 15 3.40 34 23 0.300
  Elite Soccer Academy White 10 3 5 2 11 2.30 23 27 0.300
  Palm Beach Kicks Black 7 1 4 2 5 2.57 18 28 0.143
  Juventus of PSL 8 0 6 2 2 1.75 14 33 0.000


LIONS U10 BLACK CHAMPIONS

  U-10 Boys Silver Division - Regular Season 2010 - 2011 Standings Exclude Inter-Division Games
(Click on a heading to sort)
Team: GP W L T PTS Gave GF GA PCT
  Elite Soccer Academy Red 10 8 1 1 25 5.00 50 19 0.800
  Hobe Sound S.C. Red 9 6 2 1 19 5.22 47 26 0.667
  Palm Beach Predators 9 5 3 1 16 4.67 42 28 0.556
  Boca Jr's 10 4 2 4 16 4.10 41 27 0.400
  Hobe Sound S.C. White 9 0 7 2 2 1.44 13 56 0.000
  Delray Beach S.C. 9 0 8 1 1 1.56 14 51 0.000


LIONS U10 RED CHAMPIONS

  U-10 Boys Silver Division - Early Season 2010-2011 Standings Exclude Inter-Division Games
(Click on a heading to sort)
Team: GP W L T PTS GF GA PCT
  Elite Soccer Academy White 8 8 0 0 24 49 15 1.000
  Jupiter Sting 8 7 1 0 21 43 16 0.875
  Elite Soccer Academy Red 8 4 4 0 12 34 27 0.500
  Wellington Wave S.C. Blue 8 2 5 1 7 34 43 0.250
  Boca United F.C. Black 8 2 5 1 7 23 36 0.250
  Hobe Sound S.C. White 8 0 8 0 0 11 57 0.000


LIONS U10 WHITE CHAMPIONS

ALEXI LALAS VISITED ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY

 

Elite Soccer Academy Hosts Alexi Lalas
 
Elite Soccer Academy was proud to have soccer legend and ESPN commentator Alexi Lalas as a special guest at a recent training session.  Mr. Lalas graciously answered questions from the children and spoke at-length about his experiences as a world-class soccer player.  He encouraged the children to have fun playing the game, work hard, learn from coaches, try different positions and play with passion.
 
“What a fantastic opportunity it was for our players to hear about the game from his perspective,” said Dusko Piljic, Elite’s Director of Player Development.  “He was able to communicate his experiences in a way that really reached our kids.  I think we’re a better club for having had him as a guest.”
Mr. Lalas had a long and successful career in professional soccer and was a highly respected defender for the United States National Team.  He was a key contributor to the team’s run in 1994 FIFA World Cup, usually assigned to defend the opposing team’s top scorer.  He became the first American soccer player to play in the Italian Serie A. League, and was an important part of the early growth of Major League Soccer (MLS).  Following his playing career, Mr. Lalas served as President and General Manager of various MLS teams, including the Los Angeles Galaxy, and was elected to the National Soccer Hall of Fame in 2006.  He currently works as an analyst with ESPN and ABC Sports, and was an important part of the coverage of the 2010 World Cup.
Elite Soccer Academy was proud to host Mr. Lalas and is grateful for his time and generosity.

ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY 2010/2011


ESA PLAYERS & COACHES


ESA U10 BOYS


ESA U9 BOYS


ESA U11 GIRLS


ESA U8 ACADEMY BOYS

GIRLS-FLUGSA and BOYS-PALM BEACH LEAGUE / REGULAR SEASON

  • Feb
  • 26
U8 / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Feb
  • 26
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Wellington Galaxy
  • Feb
  • 26
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Boynton Beach Knights
  • Feb
  • 26
U11 WHITE / ELITE SA vs.Delray SC
  • Mar
  • 4
U8 / ELITE SA vs. Wellington Red Bull
  • Mar
  • 4
U9 BLACK / ELITE SA vs.Wellington Whitecaps
  • Mar
  • 4
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Jupiter United
  • Mar
  • 4
U11 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Treasure Coast United
  • Mar
  • 11
U11 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Boynton Beach Knights Red
  • Mar
  • 11
U9 BLACK / ELITE SA vs. Wellington S.C.Galaxy
  • Mar
  • 11
U10 BLACK / ELITE SA vs, Palm Beach Soccer Academy
  • Mar
  • 11
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. West Ham United
  • Mar
  • 18
U9 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Mar
  • 18
U10 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Royal Palm Beach Strikers
  • Mar
  • 18
U10 BLACK / ELITE SA vs.Wellington Blue
  • Mar
  • 18
U11 WHITE / ELITE SA vs. Palm Beach Predators
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ELITE SA, DIRECTOR OF PLAYER DEVELOPMENT VISITED SPAIN,....AND WATCHED REAL MADRID vs.MALAGA C.F.

CHECK US BACK WITH UPDATES FROM "MALAGA C.F."

    ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY IS PREPARING FOR WINTER SOCCER CAMP


    Whoa, what an exciting week, we shared with the boys and girls of our recent camp!! Our campers played soccer and actually learned some of the basic skills of this amazing mental and physical sport. We had girls and boys from ages 4 to 13. The boys and girls played with their age group and also played all together. They shared a great experience in a short week; we provided a positive and fun learning environment. The older kids also took this time to apply there leadership skills by assisting the younger kids. A few of our players from our competitive teams; that play 10 months out of the year, were happy to teach our younger less experienced campers a few good ball tricks. The kids really enjoyed watching them and trying some tricks of their own!! We ended our week; with parents playing with their children in a complete full out scrimmage. (That was something to watch.) The kids truly enjoyed playing along side their moms and dads. At the end, all the girls and boys received a mini custom soccer ball and tee shirt. Elite Soccer Academy is looking forward to our winter camp. Hope to see you on the pitch!!


    "SOUTH OLIVE PARK" SOCCER CAMP


    WEST PALM BEACH "SOUTH OLIVE PARK" SOCCER CAMP


    FUTURE DIV.I PLAYER VISITED ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY GIRLS PROGRAM

    CAITY FOX

    Last Thursday Caity Fox  from eastern Pennsylvania visited Elite Soccer Academy girls U-10 program.Caity began playing soccer at age 7 and  played in recreational leagues and competitive travel teams until chosen to become part of eastern Pennsylvania's ODP (Olympic Development Program) as a teenager. She has earned a full college scholarship to play soccer for Division I Morehouse State starting in the fall and is really looking forward to the challenges of college as player and student. While visiting South Florida on summer vacation, she took time out to practice with our young ladies and to share some of her experiences and advice with our U10/U11 team.
    Thank you Caity and we would like to wish you all the best in your future endeavors.
     

      LIONS U-9 BLACK, FINALIST AGAINST PREMIER COMPETITION

      The U-9 Black team in their first year as new soccer club achieved their first final against premier U-9 competition.

      They started with 5-3 win against very talented and immensely improved Kicks team. In the second game against Wellington, ESA U-9 Black open the game with excellent start, winning 3-1 but Wellington team put everything in attack and managed  to tie the game 3-3 with some lucky breakaways.

      Director of Player Development Dusko Piljic added: “Wellington boys are technically and physically extremely gifted team but our teamwork with very organized and disciplined approach made significant difference.

      To win their third game was very important, which would allow them to win the group ahead of Kicks and Wellington with direct path to the final. Lions showed determination and superiority against Real Madrid (Lake Worth), final result: Lions Black-Real Madrid 6-1.

      Playing their fourth game in 2 days, the finals against creative and gifted Homestead team was test of endurance.

      Although, Homestead played in weaker division which gave them more chance to recuperate, they deserve championship with display of quicknes, decisivnes and determination.

      Lions U-9 Black, in they first year of competitive soccer show fantastic improvement (DEVELOPMENT) and huge potential for future challenges.

       

      GO LIONS

       

      U-9 WHITE, EARNED THEIR FIRST TOURNAMENT FINAL !

       

      Our Elite Academy U-9 division White team played exceptionally well in attending their first tournament. In our first game it was visibly clear the team was communicating and taking control of the game. The team came together instinctively while understanding their individual positions and all players shined the defensive applied pressure and protected their goal, the mid fielders defended and passed the ball forward left and right while our forwards created space to receive the ball and score goals. Our goalie remained focused while his teammates kept the ball on the opposite end of the field. The boys had lots of fun and left the field feeling confident and ready for their next game. The outcome of game 1 Elite Academy -7 / Palm Beach Academy -3
       
       
      Game two the boys continued the momentum against Wellington. Our first half started strong paving the way for our second half to follow and they did. The boys noticed from the previous game what it took to earn a win and they stayed focused. Team moral was high and they showed their excitement on the field. Determination and perseverance resulted in another victory Elite -8 / Wellington -0
       
       
       
      Game three followed 3 hours after game 2 and was more challenging; the opponents were bigger, faster and very aggressive. This forced our players to make quick technical decisions and required physical endurance. Never the less our boys remained positive and played another great game against the odds. Final score Elite -1
      Kicks -5
       
       
      The Championship game on the following day was exciting not only for our players, and coaches but for the parents and spectators as well. The boys desired a rematch and an opportunity to play against their victors. Discussing the previous game, this allowed the coaches and the team to analyze the game from a strategic perspective and make changes accordingly. Inviting new opportunities and learning while gaining game experience. Final results Elite -1 / Kicks -2
      Elite Academy U-9 White team winning their first trophy for second place and looking forward to putting what they learn in practice into games.   

       

      2009/10 ELITE SOCCER ACADEMY

      TOP ROW FROM LEFT TO RIGHT:Rick Di Rienzo-Palm Beach League Rep. and U-9 Black Manager,Kenny Martinez-U9 White Coach,Marvin Salinas-U-9 Black Coach/trainer,Dusko Piljic Director of Player Development,Milton Erazo-U-9 Coach/trainer,Patrick Kennedy-U-9 White Manager.

      THIRD ROW: Lenore Di Rienzo-U-9 Black Manager,U-9 BLACK TEAM PAYERS:Javier,Enrique,Louie,Gaby,Juan,Marvin,Kiki,Papo,Steven,Sonia Canizares-Club Registrar.

      SECOND ROW:U-9 WHITE TEAM PLAYERS: Tyrese,Josue,Patrick,Kaleb,Edi,Xavi,Angel,Ruben,Sebastian,Mateo,Brandon,

      FIRST ROW: U-8 Academy Team Players:Romario,Cristian,Ricardo,Henry,Alex,Denilson,Jayro,William
      Miguel Gamarra-U-8 "Academy" Manager

      CLUB SPONSOR:  Reliance,Inc. Richard Rodriguez-CEO.

      CLUB PHOTOGRAPHER: Ramon Santana 561 756 3520
       

       

       

        Palm Springs Elite Clinic / Players Evaluation for 2009/10 Season


        Finally, New Season is Here!
         
        We would like to inform you, that throughout the month of DECEMBER we will be conducting training sessions and player's evaluations for future Premier teams.
        Continuous evaluations FOR THE FUTURE U-8/ U-9 TEAMS are going to be held at the  Village of Palm Springs on Tuesday 12/22, Wednesd.12/23,  From 06:00 P.M. to 07:30 P.M.
        For more information you can contact Director of Coaching and Player Development Dusko Piljic at (561) 628-3344.

        For directions and maps click "LINKS"

         

        WINNING VS. PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

         

        Elite Soccer Academy's coaching philosophy was implemented and displayed during our U-8 teams game last Wednesday against Okeeheelee. 

        For the first time, our U-8 boys competed against U-9/U10 age group.  The boys were clearly dominated by size, speed, coordination and technique.  It was imperative for them to adjust their playing abilities and skills while also being able to adapt to the game environment with a dominant opponent.

        Elite Soccer Academy stresses the importance of focus and a positive mindset.  We prepare before every game by setting our  "Goals", as stated by Dusko Piljic, Director of Player Developement.  Our goal for this particular game against  an older and more experienced team was to "Win".  We define winning as trying hard, adjusting to the game environment, adapting and applying pressure against much bigger players.  As this is our philosophy, the outcome of the game in regards to the score is irrelevent.  Emphasis is placed on the player's long term development and improvement both individually and as a team.

        Mistakes are seen as a necessary part of the learning process and efforts are recognized and rewarded.  When our team scored a goal against the faster, bigger and more skillfull players it was considered a "Success".  Having had less playing experience and facing more intense pressure our boys were challenged to play outside their comfort zone.  Their success was measured in their ability to adjust to circumstances which they had never faced prior to this game.

        Before the start of each game Elite Soccer Academy teaches the child to enter the game and play free of any fear as this allows them to concentrate more on their personal best while playing.  At the conclusion of each game, regardless of the score, we stress the importance of the power of positive thinking for both the players and their parents.  This positive energy will reinforce their eagerness to play as well as the confidence they need when being faced with a more dominant opponent.

         

        PRIVATE TRAINING NOW AVAILABLE

         

        Private training is now being offered by Director of Player Development, "A" Licensed coach Dusko Piljic.
        Coaching will be available upon request on  weekdays from 5:00-8:00 p.m. and weekends.

        Fees:

        1 PLAYER       $45.00 per hour
        2 PLAYERS    $80.00 per hour
        3 PLAYERS    $90.00 per hour
        4 PLAYERS  $100.00 per hour
        5 PLAYERS  $110.00 per hour

        To request your reservation our "A" licensed coach can be reached by phone or e-mail.

        Dusko Piljic
        Director of Player Development 
        561 628-3344
        piljke1@aol.com
        www.elitesocceracademy.info  

        READ ABOUT CURRICULUM....


        Elite Soccer Academy

        CURRICULUM IS HERE!

        MISSION STATEMENT


        As a professionally run and volunteer-based not for profit organization, the PRIMARY GOAL of Elite Soccer Academy is to DEVELOP all players with different abilities to their fullest potential creating an environment that promotes confidence and dedication.
        The Academy is committed to provide each player with a challenging but rewarding experience that supports spotsmanship and teamwork, creating entrance into a lifetime of soccer and sports participation.
        As we strive to involve children from different social, cultural and economic background, between ages 4-19, we are constantly enhancing the importance of individual and team DEVELOPMENT.
        Objectives of Academy development will emphasis on teaching the technical, tactical, physical and psychological components of the game.

        WHAT IS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT?

        The concept of player development is essential to the long-term growth and improvement of the player. Player development demands that "the player is central" to all decisions made regarding training and competition

        DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OBJECTIVES ARE:

        • To place emphasis on teaching the technical, tactical, physical and psychological components of the game.
        • To expose players to a coaching philosophy that encourages technical development and creativity with strong sense of teamwork and collective goals.
        • To play competitively against state, regional and international competition.
        • To educate players to develop an appreciation for the game, teammates, opponents, referees and coaches.
        • Small side games and training activities are design that players enjoyably and willingly participate
        • To constantly challenge the players to adapt and overcome difficulties in training sessions and games.


        DUSKO PILJIC
        President / Director of Coaching
        Piljke1@aol.com
        www.elitesocceracademy.info

        PALM BEACH SOCCER LEAGUE

         

         

         

        • The U-9 BLACK TEAM will be playing in Lake Worth on Sunday 12/13 at 3:00 vs. Boca United. You will need to be at the field at 2:15 in ALL BLACK uniforms.
           
          The U-9 WHITE TEAM will be playing in Delray Beach the same day Sunday 12/13 at 6:00 pm vs. Delray Beach Soccer Club. You will need to be at the field at 5:15 in all WHITE UNIFORMS.
           
        • Location: Memorial Park,Lake Worth 6th Ave. 

        Welcome to our new home on the web!

         

        Thank you for visiting our online home brought to you by Elite Soccer Academy and Team Sport Technologies.  Feel free to look around the site.
         
        Should you have any questions regarding the club's curriculum or future plans do not hesitate to contact us.  Our new web site was designed to more effectively organize and expedite the delivery of  Club information.  The exchange of this information between coaches, team managers, parents, and many volunteers will be updated on a regular basis.  The Highlight of this very functional web site is it's accessibility.  This feature will allow our Managers and Coaches to post their own content with latest news, calendar events, and the photo gallery as well as the player's stats.
         
        A future special feature of Elite Soccer Academy web site will be "You Tube Soccer" LINK.  Highlights of our games and exceptional goals of our teams will be shown.   Also, if  you would like to find out more news or upcoming events in Professional or Youth Soccer around the World, USA or local youth leagues, click on "LINKS."
         
        As our Web site continues to grow we will be frequently updating so please check back often!!
         
        Thank you for taking the time to visit our site and learn about our club.  Any e-mails offering questions or comments to make your navigation around the site more enjoyable and informative are appreciated.
         
        Thank You 
         
        Dusko Piljic
        President and Director of Coaching