Junior Development Academy in Kansas City
For Players Pre-K and Kindergartners
The Right Program for the Right Player!
- Come play with your friends!
- Centralized programming - weekly options at Garmin Olathe and Paragon Star
- Practice Night and Game Night each week! Weekends are free!
- Volunteer Coach Opportunities but all sessions lead by Union KC Staff Coaches
- Age appropriate weekly curriculum
- Game Day "Funino" 3v3 Format! More development and touches for every player!
- Tons of Fun! Come see what we are all about!
Jr Development Academy Director
Josh Beaty: jbeaty@unionkcsoccer.com
Practice & Game Locations
Paragon Star
Pre-K and Kindergarteners
1401 NW River Rd, Lee's Summit, MO 64081
Monday - 5:30 to 6:30 (Training/Scrimmage)
Wednesday - 5:30 to 6:30 (Game Day)
Garmin Olathe
Pre-K and Kindergarteners
1200 E 151st St, Olathe, KS 66062
Tuesday - 5:30 to 6:30 (Training/Scrimmage)
Thursday - 5:30 - 6:30 (Game Day)
Have your child learn soccer in a fun and positive environment “The Union KC Way”!
Focus on fun and letting the game be their best teacher | Kids will learn Union KC Soccer Practice Habits and Club Core Values |
Maximize individual touches on the ball
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Instill Passion to play Soccer and to work on their own!
Junior Development Academy Soccer
Union KC’s Recreational Program will now be called the Union KC Junior Development Academy. The name change highlights that, while it is for entry level players, the training environment is structured and focused on developing players to help reach the next level through developmentally appropriate skills and activities. The goal of the program is to get players for their next milestone which is the Pre-Comp program at U7, but more importantly, to develop a love for the game.
Union KC Soccer Club’s Pre-K and Kindergarten Junior Development Academy aims to provide a fun and safe environment where players can develop their soccer skills, learn the game, and cultivate a lifelong love for the sport. To encourage lifelong love of the game the focus is on player development and enjoyment, striving that each child has a positive and enriching experience. The Union KC Junior Development Acadmey provides players with a pathway to the competitive program through the values and training techniques.
Program Structure
Pre-K and Kindergarten age groups will have the option of playing on Monday and Wednesday evenings at Paragon Star. They also have the option of playing at Garmin Olathe on Tuesday and Thursday. The Monday and Tuesday sessions will be an hour long split between fun activities and then a scrimmage (2v2 or 3v3). The Wednesday and Thursday sessions will be an hour long consisting of a warm-up then a four, 10 minute, quarter game. We will play "Funino" game format on our game day - four goal game for added touches, decision making, development and goals!
Junior Development Academy Curriculum
Season-long, age and stage appropriate, games based curriculum provided to coaches on a weekly basis. The curriculum will focus on the development needs of a player in a fun and educational way.
Uniforms
All Union KC Jr's Development Academy Players will be required to wear our Union KC Jr's Nike Uniform kit consisting of a Red Jersey, Navy Jersey, Red short and Navy socks. You will purchase the uniform kit one time at registration. The option to register without the kit is available and is there for players that have already purchased.
Coaching
All sessions will be led by a Union KC staff member.
Coach Education Opportunities
The volunteer parent coaches will receive weekly emails from the Program Director with explanations of the activities and main focus. They will also have the opportunity to attend coach education sessions to help them feel more comfortable with their team.
Timeline
Early Bird Registration - Ends 2/18
Primary Registration - Ongoing
Dates of Program - March 16 - May 7
Pre K/K Spring Development Academy with Uniform Kit - $205
Pre K/K Spring Development Academy No Kit - $135
(Nike Uniform Kit is required but once you have it you do not need to purchase it again unless you want a new size or want to replace it)
Please Note:
Registration may close early if there is no availability