Our entry-level competitive program for boys and girls U8-U10 (birth years 2017-2015) and serves as a bridge between Recreational and Competitive play. It introduces players to professional coaching and an advanced playing level to build strong foundational skills. Our Academy fosters both skill development and a love for the game, preparing players for future competitive programming.

The fall and spring seasons include two weekly training sessions with trained FVU coaches. Players will compete in two to three tournaments in the fall and spring. Teams will be placed in appropriate competitive brackets based on skill level. Tournaments are included in the fees! Academy players also play in 10-12 MYSA League friendlies per season.

Benefits of the FVU Academy

• A player-centered, age-appropriate, and challenging environment in which players develop to their fullest potential.

• The highest possible level of progressive training by utilizing the proven FVU Curriculum for Player Development.

• Licensed, experienced, and paid coaches: rather than using the Academy for inexperienced coaches to gain experience, FVU invests some of its most experienced and qualified coaches to develop our young Academy players.

• Emphasis on development and process while deemphasizing results and winning

• Assessments: All players are placed in an appropriate program for individual growth and development.

• Reduced cost, travel, and time commitment (as compared to the full Competitive program)



• Players learn to love the game while developing the essential skills they’ll need to excel and advance!