PROGRAM OVERVIEW   The Alliance Academy Program is a developmental soccer program designed for players aged 4 to 18 years that are looking for more structure and training than a recreational team provides, without the additional training requirements and travel commitments of a competitive team.   This program is offered twice a year (Spring and Fall). The program involves a weekday training session and Saturday games. The training methods are designed to help players build self-esteem while feeling their way into the great sport of soccer.  Practices focus on technical development and making each individual confident and comfortable with the ball, while being stimulating, dynamic, full of positive encouragement, and fun!   Children that benefit the most from this program enjoy soccer, look forward to the practices and games, and have the maturity to stay engaged for the hour-long sessions. Players need not be star athletes, but a general excitement about the game and attentiveness at the sessions will ensure that your player gets maximum enjoyment out of the program.   REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Player birth date range:  July 31 , 2007 to July 31, 1999 On-line registration available for players ages 4 to 12 years Players 12 to 18, please contact the Alliance Academy Director at allianceacademy.director@gmail.com Registration fee varies by location and age Includes (1) practice jersey   SEASON SCHEDULE: 11 Week Program, August 23 to November 6th Practices and games will be held during the week at registered location Players U7 and up will practice 3 x per week, every other week. Date for awards and end of season jamboree celebration to be announced  PRACTICE & GAME INFORMATION BY LOCATION: Now Registering for FC Alliance 2010 Alliance Academy at New Locations! Academy-Knoxville-Carl Cowan Practices on Mondays at Carl Cowan, Games on Saturday at Johnny Long Training Academy Academy-Knoxville-US Cellular Practices on Tuesdays at US Cellular, Games on Saturday at Johnny Long Training Academy Academy-Knoxville-Ebenezer Practices on Wednesdays at Ebenezer United Methodist Church, Games on Saturday at Bearden Adaptive  Academy-North Practices on Tuesdays, Games on Friday, both held at Dry Gap Boys and Girls Club Academy-Lenoir City Practices on Monday, Games on Thursday  – site to be determined Academy-Madisonville Practices on Monday, Games on Friday, both held at Madisonville Middle School Academy-Anderson Practices on Monday, Games on Thursday, both held at Public Safety Lane Fields   FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Darrick Lubell, Alliance Academy Program Director allianceacademy.director@gmail.com Mobile:  (865) 599-1568

Academy Program Director Darrick Lubbell   Program Description   The Alliance Academy Program is a developmental soccer program designed for U4-U18 players looking for more structure and training than a recreational team provides without the additional training and travel commitments of a competitive team.   Why Alliance Academy?  Convenience Academy sites are conveniently located around the greater Knoxville; all training occurs at registration site with no travel outside of greater Knoxville area. Values FC Alliance encourages players to develop physical fitness, competitive spirit, teamwork, integrity and good sportsmanship. Fun Players enjoy being active, playing with friends and making new ones, while building self-esteem and confidence. Family Friendly Low cost alternative to competitive soccer programs with less travel and player time commitment. Skill Development Provides players a strong foundation and the core skills necessary to transition to competitive or high school teams if desired. Structured Curriculum Consistent, structured and goal-oriented training delivered by experienced, licensed coaches.