Junior Allies
U8 Pre-Competitive Soccer Program
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Open House Assessment Dates |
Saturday, May 31 -- 12-1:30PM Sunday, June 1 -- 1:30-3PM Gabe Catalfo Fields Saturday, August 2 -- 12-1PM Gilman North Turf (Tom Bates Regional Sports Complex in Berkeley) |
| Program Entry | Returning players are automatically eligible. New players attend an Open House Assessment for evaluation to receive an invitation. |
| Team Camp | 3 days in early August |
| Fall Training | 2 sessions/week (August - November) |
| Winter Futsal | Intro-to-Futsal (January - March), 1 session/week |
| Spring Training | 1 outdoor session/week 1 Futsal session/week |
| Match Play | 8-10 Playdates vs other local U8 teams Weekend home and away matchups (small-sided games) |
| Fees | $1,600 |
Build the Foundation for Competitive Soccer
Eastshore Alliance FC’s Junior Allies program is a U8 pre-competitive soccer program designed for motivated young players who are ready to transition from recreational soccer to structured training. Open to players born in 2018 and 2019, this program introduce competitive soccer principles in a developmentally appropriate environment. Our goal is to prepare athletes for the U9 Competitive Program (7v7) within 12 months.
We emphasize skill-building, confidence, and love for the game through a mix of fun, high-quality training and small-sided games aligned with the U.S. Soccer Federation’s 3v3-5v5 standards.
Program Highlights:
Low coach-to-player ratio (approx. 1:12) for focused development
Emphasis on Play-Practice-Play methodology to balance learning and fun
15 minutes of free play each session to foster creativity and connection
Small group training pods matched by skill and development level
Matches in teams of 6 with 40 minute games
Additional Opportunities:
Turkey Bowl In-House Showcase (November)
Intro-to-Futsal (January-February)
Pre-Tryout Observation Days for players born in 2018 (April)
Fútbol Fiesta 3v3 Tournament (Memorial Day weekend)
Why Choose Junior Allies?
At Eastshore Alliance FC, we believe youth soccer is more than a game - it’s a path to confidence, discipline, and lifelong friendships. The Junior Allies program serves as a stepping stone to competitive soccer, offering a positive, professional environment where kids can thrive on and off the field. Led by our U8 Development Program Coordinator and a team of trained youth coaches, we nurture each child’s technical, tactical, physical, and social-emotional growth. Our holistic, player-centered approach helps players fall in love with soccer while building the foundation for future success.
Ready to Begin? Spots in Junior Allies are limited and invite-only. Register today for the Open House Assessment date to see if your child is ready for the next step in their soccer journey.
LOOKING FOR MORE INFORMATION?
For more information about our Mini Allies Soccer program, please reach out to info@eastshorealliancefc.org