The Youth Academy Program will be directly linked to the Club’s Player Development and Coaching Philosophy.

The success of Seacoast United youth club teams can be attributed to the fact that the majority of SUSC’s current players are Youth Academy Graduates. Because many of our past Youth Academy participants are currently playing for SUSC Premier Teams, this truly enhances our commitment to continue to identify and nurture talented young players in a developmentally appropriate setting.

Therefore, the staff are directly responsible for overseeing the Seacoast United Maine club program (U11 - U19 Boys and Girls) and also coach within the Youth Academy groups.

It is our hope that those involved in our Youth Academy Program will continue to learn and enjoy playing as they move up "The Seacoast United Ladder" of soccer playing opportunities.

• Youth Academy programs are accelerated once a week developmental trainings
• Varied Technical syllabus with emphasis on core age specific components
• Academy sessions 1 hour in length
• Highest levels of instruction provided by Academy coaching staff
• Focus on individual technique in 1v1 moves, ball striking and passing and receiving
• Introduction to age appropriate tactics in 2v2,3v3,4v4 
• ’Four Corners’ approach to coaching, which is made up of Technical, tactical, physical and psychological components
• All academy players are expected to focus, work hard and show a willingness to develop as they prepare for the next level of play within the club.

A place for your player to grow in confidence, skill acquisition and be a part of the SEACOAST UNITED family!

Questions? Contact: Thom Nickley at tnickley@seacoastunited.com