Competitive

PASC utilizes a player-centered development pathway that provides an authentic experience that is rooted in the community, with the goal to maximize player development.


Our curriculum, led by professional soccer coaches and a high level of competitive play, will develop complete soccer players, who are technically and tactically proficient, while nurturing the growth of the player through an emphasis on excellence, integrity, commitment and community.

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Programming Schedule

Fall

August-November

For u8-u14 teams, programming includes training 2x per week as well as league and tournament competitions. u15+ teams are scaled back in the fall to accommodate high school soccer but programming still includes training sessions and tournaments, especially in the late fall.

Winter

January-February

Winter programming includes a mix of indoor and outdoor (weather permitting u11+) training sessions. u8-u14 teams compete in an in-house futsal league and u15+ teams participate in outdoor showcase competitions. 

Spring

March-May

During the Spring season all teams will train outdoor 2x per week and participate in a mix of league and tournament competitions. The top u11+ teams at each age group will also compete in the EPYSA State Cup competition.

PHILOSOPHY OF PLAYER DEVELOPMENT

The PASC Philosophy of Player Development is ‘player-centered’. We aspire to create an experience for our players that helps grow a love for the game while facilitating holistic player development on and off the field.

 

We recognize that at each stage of development, a child is learning in several areas at the same time.


Child development guides our decisions relative to player development as we adjust the learning environment and the learning process to meet the players' needs. 

5 Pillars of Player Development

Technical Development

Tactical Development

Physical Development

Social Development

Psychological Development

PASC will leverage the team functions and guiding principles of play, as provided by US Soccer, to ensure players have a comprehensive game understanding and are equipped for the next level of their developmental pathway.

GAME MODEL

PASC has instituted a game model that will dictate a comprehensive club style of play. This game model serves as the root of our curriculum to ensure tactical alignment in conjunction with technical benchmarks for each stage of player development. The game model is built around the pillars of "Purposeful Possession" and "Team Defending".

Purposeful Possession

"Purposeful Possession" means that players will have the technical competency to utilize a style of play that emphasizes acquiring and maintaining possession of the ball. The purpose of this possession will be to unbalance the opposition in order to create goal-scoring opportunities. 

Team Defending

"Team Defending" involves the understanding and implementation of a cohesive approach to defending whereby all players work in tandem to apply pressure, stay compact, and prevent goal scoring opportunities. 

Tryouts

How are tryouts conducted?


Travel tryouts typically occur in April/May. Players must attend a minimum of 1 of the 2 available tryout time sessions to be considered for a position (2 is optimal). Players must attend the tryout for their birth year. Coaches evaluate players in short sided games and full sided match play. 


How are players selected?


Players are assessed on their technical ability, tactical application, and the player’s disposition. Based on our coaches’ evaluations, players may be offered a position on the roster of a travel team. The ongoing assessment of current players is also considered during the evaluation and selection process during the tryout period. At many age groups, more than one team is formed with players placed based on ability (1st - black; 2nd - white; 3rd - yellow). This is to ensure that players compete in an environment of similar players to maximize their development and enjoyment. Players are re-evaluated every year to ensure players have an opportunity to move up or down based on their stage of growth and their developmental needs.


Are there cuts?


The philosophy of PASC is to provide as many opportunities for players to develop and enjoy soccer as possible. As previously noted, multiple teams are often formed at as many age groups as possible to provide maximum playing opportunities. That being said, there are roster size limitations imposed by the league and tournament competitions. In addition, as our chief objective is development and enjoyment, players may not be offered a roster position if they are assessed to be too far off the team standard from a skill/athleticism or behavioral/attitude perspective. As such, PASC will provide as many opportunities as possible but will have cuts for players that cannot fit within the scope of the roster size, ability, or culture. 

FAQ

What is the cost?


Player registration fees and schedule will be reviewed prior to tryouts with parents based on age group and schedule of events. Families can expect to pay between $1,500-$2,000. This figure includes all expenses (field rentals, salaries, equipment, league/tournament registrations, referee fees, insurance, etc.) except for the uniform (noted below). Scholarships are available to ensure that cost is not prohibitive. In addition, a monthly payment plan is also available to split up costs on a monthly basis.


Where are training sessions typically held?


Training for the travel teams largely occurs at the Technical College High School located in Phoenixville, PA. Other venues include the University of Valley Forge (indoor turf), Phoenixville Area High School (outdoor turf), Manavon Elementary School (outdoor turf), and the Phoenixville YMCA.


Where are games typically played?


The home fields for the PASC travel teams are at Charlestown Township Park. Most u8-u14 teams participate in a regional league called Central League that places a priority on minimizing travel time and maximizing matches in competitive level to enhance development. CLS teams travel an average of 20-30 minutes to away matches. Older or more competitive teams will travel further regionally but still will average 45-60 minutes for away games.


Where are most tournaments held?


Travel teams typically participate in two tournaments in the fall and again in the spring. Tournament selections are re-evaluated every year to ensure the correct competitive level and experience for the players. Most tournaments occur within an hour drive in one direction and include 3-4 games occurring in one weekend. Older or more competitive teams may participate in 1-2 tournaments per year that require an overnight stay but are within driving distance.


What are the tournament/league schedules?

 

A “save the date” is sent regarding the tournament names and weekend dates.  However, the actual time of tournament games are generally not available until a week or two prior. Similarly, league games do not occur at a consistent time each week as club administrators must collaborate with opponents to mitigate logistical issues. League games are scheduled and communicated 3-4 weeks prior to the start of the season.

Team Managers

Every PASC Travel Team has a Team Manager. Team Managers are parent volunteers who have been asked to manage the administrative and communication needs of the team. This includes collecting and maintaining paperwork required for each player, uniform coordination, league administration, tournament registration & travel requirements, and team finances.

Clearance Information

Code of Conduct

Soccer should be a fun, educational, and positive experience for all players, coaches, parents, and spectators. Coaches, parents, and players have a duty to exhibit the highest standards of sportsmanship and ethics when participating in any soccer or club related activity.


Player Code of Conduct


  1. I will conduct myself with good sportsmanship and demonstrate positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, and soccer event.
  2. I will place sportsmanship and clean competition ahead of a personal desire to win.
  3. I will support coaches and officials and encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
  4. I will refrain from engaging in any disagreement or confrontation with referees, players, or spectators from any team.
  5. I will demand a sports environment that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol.
  6. I will treat all players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect.
  7. I will be worthy of trust and exhibit integrity, honesty, reliability, and loyalty.
  8. I will be a good sport, be gracious in victory and dignified in defeat, give fallen opponents a hand, compliment extraordinary performance, and show sincere respect in pre- and post- game rituals.
  9. I will treat referees with respect. I will not complain about or argue with referee calls or decisions during or after a game.
  10. I will pursue victory with honor with an emphasis on effort, teamwork, and competing with character.
  11. I will be a worthy role model and conduct myself in a manner that exemplifies the traits I wish see in my teammates.
  12. I will protect the integrity of the game and play the game according to the rules.
  13. I will never intentionally injure another player or engage in reckless play that might cause injury to others.
  14. I understand that participation in an athletic program is a privilege, which can be denied or suspended for violation of the rules and regulations or this code of conduct. I promise I will do my best to live up to the standards and commitments outlined here.

Parent Code of Conduct


We at PASC believe that soccer should be a fun, educational, and positive experience for all players, coaches, parents, and spectators. We believe that everyone who coaches within PASC is, first and foremost, a teacher of the game with a duty to ensure he or she is coaching with and exhibiting the highest sportsmanship and ethical values. We also believe that parents are teachers and are expected to conduct themselves with the same high standards. 


  1.  I will encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, and officials at every game, practice, and youth soccer event.
  2.  I will place the emotional and physical well being of my child ahead of a personal desire to win.
  3. I will support coaches and officials working with my child in order to encourage a positive and enjoyable experience for all.
  4.  I will refrain from sideline coaching and from engaging in any disagreement or confrontation with referees, players, or spectators from any team.
  5.  I will demand a sports environment for my child that is free of drugs, tobacco, and alcohol, and will refrain from their use at all youth soccer events.
  6.  I will remember that the game is for youth...not for adults. I will do my very best to make youth soccer fun for my child.
  7.  I will require my child to treat all players, coaches, fans, and officials with respect.
  8. I will help my child enjoy the youth soccer experience by making sure my child is at all possible practices and games, and by providing timely drop-off and pickup.
  9.  I will address problems and concerns calmly, seeking solutions at a proper time and location. I will refrain from discussions and confrontations with the coach in front of children.
  10. I understand that participation in an athletic program is a privilege, which can be denied or suspended for violation of the rules and regulations or this code of conduct. I promise not to jeopardize this experience for my child.