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Cobras (ages 10-14)
U10 and U11 Cobra teams all participate in the Granite State Youth Soccer League (GSYSL). This league is also a non-competitive league where scores are not kept. U10 teams play their final year of 6 a-side soccer as they work to sharpen their skills and tactical development before moving on to the 8 a-side format that the U11 program offers. This change in structure of our program involves incorporating two additional players onto a larger field. Players are also introduced to the off sides rule. All players can still expect to participate in at least 50% of the game.
U12 thru U14 Cobra teams participate in the competitive division of the GSYSL. Scores and team standings are now kept by the GSYSL, with playoffs for the top seeded teams at the end of each season. The spring season for this age group also offers the opportunity to play in either the State Cup or the Open Cup. The U12 Cobra teams will play in either an 8 a-side format or an 11 a-side format depending on their development. U13 and U14 teams play in an 11 a-side format. In this age group, players are now expected to earn their playing time based on their attitude and performance in practices and games. While it is still the intent to play all players 50% of the game, playing time is left to the discretion of the team’s coach.All of our Cobra teams practice twice per week for approximately 90 minutes each practice and play their games on weekends. All Cobra Classic teams receive professional training twice a week. All Cobra Premier Teams receive professional training twice a week and a professional coach for their games.
