 Pease find below the Player Training Program description we have opened for 2013-2008 players starting July 11.
We highly encourage all players to participate in the Player Training Program. This program is ran by the First Team coaching staff and supports long-term youth player talent development. Player Training Program - Game Insight The Player Training Program is designed to gradually introduce game insight principles. Over the course of this program players will experience various situations where the ‘player off the ball’ will have numerous to choose between individual intentions. The gradual introduction of fundamental ‘individual intentions’ such as ‘becoming a progress option’ will strengthen each player’s Deciding process and his/her development. Space is limited. See details below. Player Training Program: Choosing between individual intentions Birth Years: 2013-2012-2011-2010-2009-2008 Block 1 - 400pm-445pm (arrive 5-10min early) - 2013-2012 Block 2 - 500pm-545pm (arrive 5-10min early) - 2011-2010-2009-2008 When: Fridays July 11, 18, 25 (participation in all 3 sessions highly encouraged) Capacity: 22 players per block (minimum 10 players per block) Location: North Park Rec Center (grass) Note: Wear proper shoes, FC Balboa training top (if available) and shin guards. Bring water! The program will be run by our FC Balboa First Team’s coaching staff What You Need to Do to Join: To Register: https://fcbalboa.byga.net/tryouts/rk4yewgm3r/signup Donate here: *Special Instructions* On the question that asks: “Is there a specific team, player, or event you would like to provide funding towards?” Please answer by writing: ‘Player Training Program' [Donation Link] https://fcbalboa.byga.net/f/atnveibvvd Everyone is welcome to join without donating. About FC Balboa: FC Balboa is a leading youth soccer club in San Diego, dedicated to nurturing local talent through a comprehensive development program. We provide a supportive and challenging environment where young athletes can cultivate technical skills, tactical understanding, and strong character, preparing them for success.
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 San Diego has always been a city with a deep passion for soccer, a melting pot where diverse cultures converge on the pitch. Over the past two decades, this vibrant community has consistently produced a remarkable stream of homegrown talent, shaping players who have excelled at every level of the game. At FC Balboa, we are proud to be a foundational part of this journey, dedicated to nurturing the next generation of San Diego's soccer stars. We've seen incredible athletes emerge from our local clubs and academies, making their mark in collegiate programs, professional leagues, and even on the international stage. Players like Luca de la Torre, who honed his foundational skills right here before shining in Europe, and Melanie Barcenas, the youngest-ever NWSL signee with the San Diego Wave, are shining examples of the rich talent pool that calls San Diego home. The recent arrival of professional teams, including the new Major League Soccer franchise, San Diego FC (SDFC), has ignited a new era for local player development. SDFC's commitment to being a "community-first" club, through initiatives like the SD Youth Soccer Initiative and their innovative Right to Dream Academy model, is actively creating direct, high-level pathways for our homegrown talent. This week, the excitement reached a fever pitch with Milan Iloski's electrifying 4-goal performance for San Diego FC in their dominant 5-3 victory over Vancouver Whitecaps FC. In what was incredibly his first MLS start, the 25-year-old forward not only scored the fastest four goals in MLS history but also propelled the expansion club to the top of the Western Conference standings. Iloski's offensive masterclass, contributing seven goals in his last 135 minutes of play, is a vivid demonstration of the high-level talent and attacking dynamism now thriving in San Diego. His unforgettable night serves as a powerful inspiration for every young aspiring soccer player in our city. At FC Balboa, our mission is clear: We are committed to identifying, developing, and empowering San Diego's youth soccer talent. We strive to provide a nurturing and competitive environment that fosters technical excellence, character development, and clear pathways to higher levels of play, from collegiate to professional. Milan Iloski's spectacular performance with SDFC is a powerful validation of this mission. It showcases the pinnacle of what dedicated development can achieve and fuels the dreams of every young player stepping onto our fields. We believe that every child in San Diego deserves the opportunity to reach their full potential in soccer. By focusing on fundamental mastery, fostering a love for the game, and providing clear avenues for progression, FC Balboa, alongside the broader San Diego soccer community and the inspiring presence of SDFC, is helping to build a golden era for soccer in America's Finest City. About FC Balboa: FC Balboa is a leading youth soccer club in San Diego, dedicated to nurturing local talent through a comprehensive development program. We provide a supportive and challenging environment where young athletes can cultivate technical skills, tactical understanding, and strong character, preparing them for success at collegiate and professional levels.  In the demanding world of youth soccer, the focus is often on training harder, running faster, and perfecting skills. While dedication and effort are vital, there's a critical component often overlooked that can make or break a young athlete's development and performance: rest and recovery.
At FC Balboa, we emphasize a holistic approach to player development, and that includes understanding why proper rest isn't a luxury, but a necessity. Why Rest Isn't Just "Doing Nothing"
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