The BRYC Micro Academy philosophy for success is based upon the following:

• Environment that is fun and instills a love of the game (intrinsic motivation).

• Environment that encourages risk-taking and creativity both in practice and in games.

• Environment that places individual players, not teams, central to all decision-making regarding training and competition.

• Environment where young players are exposed to a game that emphasizes skill development over team development.

• Development predicated on playing possession soccer, which requires highly technical skills.

• Development of complete soccer players that understand the game and all positions, possess technical skill, and work hard.

• Maximizing development by placing together the best and/or most committed players.

• Ensuring flexibility in game format so that learning takes precedence over game management and administration.

• Coaching through age appropriate demonstrations and activities versus drills to train technique as well as decision-making.

• Focusing on teaching correct technique – dribbling, ball control, passing, shooting, juggling, etc.

• Utilizing guided discovery teaching methods versus the command style, giving the game back to the kids and enhancing their problem solving abilities.

• Coaching through positive, constructive, brief, specific feedback..

• Qualified, licensed, experienced staff coaches using a long term development plan and curriculum.

• Success is determined by learning and fun – not by scores and standings.

• Recruiting families that look at the big picture, and will not leave the club as their kids improve. Finding the right fit.