Micro Soccer
The introductory program to MIFC for the youngest players eager to discover the game
What is Micro Soccer
Mercer Island FC MicroSoccer is designed for our youngest soccer players. This program is the perfect opportunity to come out and start building on the basics of soccer while playing with friends and having fun!
Micro Soccer is led by our Head of Micro Soccer, Elliot Fauske, along with paid trainers. The main Micro program runs for 8 weeks in the fall, as well as a 6 week spring program.
The spring program consists of TRAINING ONLY, to serve as a refresher or introduction for players.
SPRING MICROSOCCER
The spring Micro Soccer program serves as the connection point between seasons, to refresh the players after their break from the fall season, and introduce new players into the training methods of the Micro Soccer program. A training-only program, this provides players the opportunity to enter the sport in a low-competition environment, based entirely around enjoyment and discovery of soccer.
FALL MICROSOCCER
Fall Micro Soccer offers an optional training on Wednesdays led by our paid trainers as well as a team game on Saturdays led by volunteer parent coaches (this could be you!). The format for Saturdays begins with an MIFC game day curriculum delivered by parent volunteer coaches in a 15 minute training session. This is a great opportunity to participate in your child's discovery of their love for the game! We finish the Saturday session by playing a game against another Micro Soccer team which allows the kids to put their new learning on display for all their adoring fans :)
*There is no minimum soccer competence needed to volunteer. Feel free to share the coaching role with multiple parents
*MIFC offers a separate Spring micro training clinic on Sunday afternoons.
Training & Game Day Philosophy
Philosophy The Micro Soccer philosophy is built on the principle of teaching players to be familiar and comfortable with the ball at their feet, and aiding them in being excited participants in trainings and games. We encourage technical discovery through enjoyment and social connections to ensure a deep-rooted connection to the game and their community.
The learning which takes place in Micro Soccer will provide the foundation for players to progress into future MIFC programs, the first steps being into Rec or our more competitive-driven Juniors program.
Game Day (FALL ONLY) Games are played in 2v2 formats. This is built off the Belgian model of player development, placing the main focus on enjoyment and to allow players huge involvement and touches, and avoid the messy "beehive" which can form with greater numbers of players. Prioritizing 2-player relationships so players can discover their individual understanding of the game along with how to work collaboratively with a partner, players will be encouraged and free to be active participants in games in a setting which allows them total exploration.
Training Training sessions which are led by our Head of Micro and paid coaches take snapshots of the development pillars, and provide a fun and exciting opportunity for young players to explore and learn more skills. Players will find a fun and supportive environment focused on teaching them foundational skills and helping them to discover their relationship to the game.
Uniforms & Gear
As part of the fall registration, MicroSoccer players receive a team jersey. Spring players will receive a training top.
Parents are responsible for ensuring their players wear/bring the following to every session:
- Size #3 soccer ball with their name on it
- Water bottle
- Shoes - cleats are not required, but are recommended as the sessions are on grass. Cleats will give better traction, especially on wet grass. Tennis or athletic shoes are acceptable
Registration & Sessions
Registration for Spring opens late February.
Spring Micro Soccer
Season runs for 6 weeks beginning in late April
Session Times:
Spring Micro Soccer season runs for 6 weeks beginning in late April
Sunday
- Starts April 27th
BU6/BU7 12:30-1:45 PM
GU6/GU7 2:00-3:15 PM
Locations for Spring:
SMP
Lid C
Cost: $175
We set the sessions to balance out the attendance. If you cannot make the assigned session, please attend the session that works for you.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Interested in our services? We’re here to help!
We want to know your needs exactly so that we can provide the perfect solution. Let us know what you want and we’ll do our best to help.