Development Stages

AGE GROUP	TECHNICAL	TACTICAL	PHYSICAL	PSYCHOLOGICAL
U4-U8	Ball mastery and combinations, Skills, Turns	Attacking and defending 1v1, individual decision making	Directional movement, coordination and balance	Fun, organization and discipline
U9-U12	Ball mastery, Passing, Receiving and Shooting Applying techniques under pressure	Attacking and defending small sided, decision making based on nearest teammates or opponents Developing a style of play	Agility, balance & coordination. Combining movements	Learning to improve, Focus
U13-U14	Performing skill consistently under pressure and at speed Increased range of passing & ball striking	Full-sided tactics, increased awareness of positional play, responsibilities and movements in greater numbers Enhancing the style of play	Agility, injury prevention & athletic development Understanding of basic fitness	Learning to play competitively, collaborating with coaches and teammates to create a good team environment
U15-U19	Full range of technical ability performed at speed, with high levels of consistency	Understanding of multiple positions, adjustments and nuances of the game Team works as a unit in all facets of the game	Power, athleticism & deeper understanding of fitness required to play at a high level	Performing under pressure, playing through adversity