The Skill Acquisition Phase (SAP) Program is designed as an add-on to Club team training to enhance player development. These sessions will be facilitated by Diploma accredited coaches under the direction of the club’s director of junior football.

Skills Acquisition training program focuses on developing four core skills when in possession of the ball:

1. Striking the Ball
This includes all forms of striking the ball such as short/long passing, shooting and crossing

2. First Touch
Controlling the ball with all allowed body parts

3. 1v1
All moves, feints and accelerations to get past and away from opponent

4. Running with the Ball
At speed (with a lot of space) or ‘dribbling’ (in tight areas), this includes techniques for protecting the
ball and changing direction

These four core skills cover 95% of the actions of any outfield player when in possession of the ball during a game
of football. This is a fantastic opportunity for young players to take their game to the next level with
professional support in a fun and development-focused environment.