Interested in Junior Academy for Fall 2026?
We have scheduled evaluations as listed below. Please note that 8U boys will now be part of the Youth Academy under our competitive programming. If you plan to attend Junior Academy evaluations, please complete the Interest Form to allow us to communicate any updates.
The Interest Form carries no obligation and does not guarantee your player a spot in any program. We recommend registering for our recreational soccer program prior to June 30 to reduce the risk of being on a waitlist! Registration for Fall season will open in early June.
| Youth Academy | |
| U8 Boys (8/1/2018-7/31/2019) | Attend Competitive Program Tryouts Beginning April 27 - Click here to register
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| Junior Academy | |
| Age Group | Location | Evaluation Dates | |
| U8 Girls (8/1/2018-7/31/2019) | South Charlotte | Saturday, July 18, 10:30-11:30am - McAlpine ES | Interest Form |
| U7 Boys (8/1/2019-7/31/2020) | South Charlotte
| Saturday, July 18, 10:30-11:30am - McAlpine ES | Interest Form |
| U7 Girls (8/1/2019-7/31/2020) | South Charlotte | Saturday, July 18, 9:00-10:00am - McAlpine ES | Interest Form |
| U6 Boys (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | South Charlotte
| Saturday, July 18, 9:00-10:00am - McAlpine ES | Interest Form |
| U6 Girls (8/1/2020-7/31/2021) | South Charlotte | Saturday, July 18, 9:00-10:00am - McAlpine ES | Interest Form |
The CSA Junior Academy, part of the CSA Rec Soccer Program, is intended for players that show an advanced level of play for their age group and are interested in developing skills and techniques to prepare them for participating in the CSA competitive program when they are age-eligible. Players are selected for the Junior Academy Recreational Programs following pre-season evaluations.
Evaluations are held prior to each season and are mandatory.
There are no make up sessions available.Due to the program structure, players cannot be added after evaluations. Players cannot participate in both the Junior Academy and the regular rec program.
Additional fees apply if the player is accepted to Junior Academy.
The CSA Junior Academy program ensures a coaching staff that engages the US Soccer Federation player development curriculum. The US Soccer Federation's age-appropriate curriculum is designed in an effort to prepare each Junior Academy player with confidence and success on any team they join in the future, specifically CSA's Youth Academy and other competitive soccer teams.
Players are selected for the Junior Academy Recreational Programs following pre-season evaluations. Evaluations are held prior to each season and are mandatory. Due to the program structure, players cannot be added during the season.
What the program offers:- Professional Coaching
- US Soccer Federation curriculum session plans and development format
- Guidance, support and recommendations from our Director
- Training Jersey
- Optional 4 v 4 events on select Sundays