Frequently Asked Questions
What are the differences between Jr. Blades and AYSO?
The main difference is that Jr. Blades is an Academy program, managed by our professional Academy Director, who oversees the development of EVERY PLAYER!
All of our practices and game are held at the same location, so the AD can monitor and assess all coaches to ensure that they follow the age appropriate curriculum.
All our coaches have been subjected to and passed background checks through live scan.
All our coaches have received their Youth Module 1 (YM1) age appropriate coaching License from the state of California's Youth Soccer Governing Organization known as Cal.South.
This will ensure that ALL players to have a great experience in soccer and enable each and every one of them to reach their FULL POTENTIAL in the sport.
When does Junior Blades fall season start/end?
The season will begin 9/19
The last day of the season (Tournament Day) will be 11/21
When are practices held?
U6 – U12 teams will practice on Tuesdays or Thursdays. The U5 program will practice and play on Sundays. There will be Professional Skills Training available on Tues/Thurs.
Where/what time is practice held?
Practices are held at Colonel Bill Barber Park (next to Irvine City Hall) and the two time slots are 5PM – 6:15PM and 6:15PM – 7:30PM.
When/where are the games held?
The games will be played on Saturdays between 10AM – 4PM at Quail Hill Community Park (405/Sand Canyon).
Do we get a new uniform?
Yes. Every player will get a new uniform for this fall season.
What can you tell me about your NEW Under 5 program?
Our U5 program will practice AND play their games on the same day (Sunday). Practices will be conducted by the FC Blades professional coaching staff and will focus on age appropriate, fun activities with a soccer ball. The kids will have a blast!
What is the FC Blades U8 Elite Academy?
The U8 Academy will practice and play as a ‘club team’ in their own league on Sundays.
If my son/daughter has been invited to play in the Academy, can they still play JB?
Yes, as long as the JB practices don’t conflict with the Academy training schedule.
Who gets professional training?
Each team will get a training session with professional coach Glen Gamble. Plus, there will be 8 weeks of professional skills training for U7 – U12 players.
Can we register online?
Yes. The online registration will open on Sunday, May 17th but you will not receive a ‘welcome package’ unless you register in person at one of our registration days.
How do I register for one of the FC.Blades summer camp programs?
log on to www.fcblades.com & register online.