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Busy Schedule but Still Want to Play Soccer?
Are you a young player without a team or juggling other sports this fall? The BRSC Academy Program is the perfect opportunity for you to keep your soccer skills sharp without the pressure of weekend games. Whether you’re new to soccer or a seasoned player, here’s why the Academy is a great fit:
High-Level Coaching
Players receive top-notch training from BRSC Licensed Coaches, ensuring personalized, development-focused instruction.
Focused on Development
This program emphasizes skill-building and growth, helping players develop creativity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the game.
Consistent Training Schedule
With two to three training sessions per week (varies by campus), players have a structured, dependable schedule to improve their skills.
Maximized Touches and Regular Scrimmages
Our practices ensure plenty of touches on the ball and include scrimmages to apply what players learn in game-like situations.
Busy Schedule Accommodations with BRSC Rec Plus
BRSC Rec Plus allows players to attend one to two training sessions a week in our Academy Program proving a great option for multi-sport athletes or those who can’t commit to all Academy practices.
Who Can Join?
- Burbank Academy: Open to boys and girls U6 to U12 (birth years 2019-2013). Players train three days a week, with playdates for select age groups.
- Central Academy: Open to 1st and 2nd graders (birth years 2019-2017). Players train twice a week.
- Zachary Academy: Open to players from 1st grade through high school. Players train twice a week.
This program is ideal for players who want to stay sharp, develop their skills, and grow their love for the game—all while balancing a busy schedule.
Don’t wait to level up your soccer journey! Sign up for the BRSC Academy Program today.
Expanding Opportunities to Central and Zachary Academy
For the upcoming spring 2025 season, Baton Rouge SC announced changes to the Academy program at Lovett Road Park in Central and Flanacher Road Park in Zachary. BRSC Operations Director and Satellite Campus Director Paul Fletcher is enacting changes to the program following a season of membership feedback and analyzing the current program structures.
“While chatting with coaches and parents in Central and Zachary they voiced specific age groups that wanted additional training to help improve the players’ technical skill sets,” noted Paul Fletcher. “We modified the Academy sessions at each campus to address these requests.”
In Zachary, the adjustments have been largely spurred by the middle and high school coaches. Fletcher is more than happy to accommodate the requests to help further grow the interest and skills of the players in Zachary.
“Coaches indicated an interest in more technical training with one of our Academy Coaches. These sessions will be provided at their home park and players will not have to travel to the Burbank Soccer Complex to get the additional Academy training while still playing with their Recreation teams.”
The BRSC Academy Program employs a developmentally oriented approach to all training sessions with an emphasis on technical ability and creativity. The purpose of BRSC Academy is to prepare players for a competitive environment with the skills necessary to excel. For most players, this includes advancing to BRSC’s Competitive Program, and for older players, that provides for success on their middle and high school teams. Training sessions are led by Certified Coaches following the BRSC Academy Curriculum.
Beginning in the Spring the Zachary Campus will feature two training time slots on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The first session is open to all boys and girls in first through fourth grade from 5:00 – 6:15 pm for eight weeks. The second training will run from 6:30 – 7:45 for all middle and high-school-aged players. The season will begin February 4th and conclude around March 27th.
The Central Academy Program will focus on 1st and 2nd graders with training sessions on
Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:00 – 6:00 pm. In the fall BRSC offered a free Academy training session for the recreational players to give players a taste of the program. Over forty players attended the free clinic to work on technical abilities and some essential skills.
Throughout the fall recreational season, Fletcher has seen a concerted effort by the recreational coaches to improve player development at the grassroots level. “The coaches are working hard with their teams to teach them the laws of the game and develop foundational skills.” The next step in further enhancing the skills of the older players is player-centered development from professional BRSC Coaches.
“The Academy program sessions are geared to improving each player’s technical skill set dribbling, passing, and refining technique. We’re excited about the interest from parents, players, and coaches in the Academy program. By working together we can elevate the level of play for the future of those communities middle and high school programs.”
Questions about the adjustments to the Academy Program in Central and Zachary can be directed to Paul Fletcher at pfletcher@brsoccer.org.
Registration for both Academy programs is now open at www.brsoccer.org through Playmetrics. Parents and players can attend one session per week or both training sessions.
Planting Seeds of Hope 2025
REGISTER
Spring Recreational Soccer
Online registration for the 2025 Spring Recreational Seasons at Burbank, Independence Park, Central, and Zachary is now open. Save $25 on your spring registration if you sign up prior to January 11, 2025
The BRSC Recreational Program is a volunteer-based program that focuses on fun, not wins and losses. Players can form a team with friends or choose to join as a pool player and be placed on a pool team or an existing team in need of players. BRSC recreational soccer is available to players 4 to 17 years of age.
To register, click the Register button below and select the campus where your child will be participating and their grade. On the registration form, parents can note which team their child will be playing on, which coach they will be playing with, or suggest that they are placed with kids from their school or with a friend. This can be noted in the "Team Name or Coaches Name" section on the registration form.
SPRING TIMELINE (ALL CAMPUSES)
| November 8 | Registration Opens |
| January 11 | Last Day Early Bird |
| January 18 | Last Day to Register Online |
| January 21 | Rosters Sent |
| January 22 | Practice Sign-ups Released |
| February 7-9 | Season Begins |
| May 17-18 | End of Season (includes 2 rain out weeks + weekends off for tournaments/events) |
PRICING
Division Pricing:
Pre-k - 2ⁿᵈ Grade: Single Season: $137.00
3ʳᵈ Grade – 4ᵗʰ Grade: Single Season: $151.00
5ᵗʰ – 8ᵗʰ Grade: Single Season: $161.00
9ᵗʰ- 12ᵗʰ Grade: Single Season: $166.00
These prices do not reflect the $25 early-bird discount.
COACHES
The success of the BRSC recreational season depends on the involvement of committed coaches. BRSC provides appropriate training sessions and all the necessary gear for coaches to have a successful season. No previous experience is required.
If you wish to coach a team, please select the volunteer option during the registration process for your child or complete this volunteer form. Our staff will use this information to set up your team in the system. During registration, parents can note which team or coach their child will be playing for on the registration form and we will be able to place the player on the correct team.
All coaches and assistant coaches must complete a background check. BRSC covers the costs of the background check. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer coach, you can learn more about the process here.
COMPETITIVE/DEVELOPMENTALLY ORIENTED PROGRAMS
Are you looking for a program committed to player development?
BRSC Recreational Leagues are an introductory soccer program designed to acquaint players and parents with the game of soccer. As players progress, BRSC provides several options to maximize the development of children as young as five. Visit the BRSC Program Comparison page to view the benefits of each available program.
BRSC ACADEMY
Players 5 to 10 years old who want a structured environment under the instruction of professional coaches should look into BRSC Academy. It is an introductory, competitive program geared to prepare players for the BRSC Junior Competitive and Competitive Programs.
BRSC REC PLUS
BRSC Rec Plus is an add-on program for recreational players who wish to receive additional training. Players can attend one or two Academy sessions per week to receive instruction from professional BRSC coaches. The Academy Program is available at Burbank and Central and varies by age. Please visit our Academy Overview to learn more.
BRSC PRE-COMPETITIVE
The PRECompetitive Program is for U10 - U12 players who want a more challenging atmosphere. The program focuses on a developmentally appropriate curriculum, which includes technique, technical speed, tactical application of technique, and principles of play. We are currently accepting registrations for 2014 - 2016 girls only. The boys U10 and U11 age groups are currently full.
BRSC COMPETITIVE PROGRAM
Currently, BRSC Competitive Program rosters are set for the upcoming season. There are a few teams in need of additional players. If you would like to see if there are openings in your age group, please contact Kevin Hoeprich.
BRSC Academy – Spring Registration
Registration for the Spring Academy season for the Burbank, Central, and Zachary Campuses is now open!
The BRSC Academy program is a way for players to receive high-level coaching free from the stress of playing to win. We want players to improve technically and use creativity and improvisation to guide their way through the game. This helps build the foundation of confident, creative players who are prepared to advance into a competitive atmosphere at the completion of the program.
The BRSC Academy Program at Burbank is open to U6 to U12 boys and girls (2019-2013 birth years).
BRSC's Central Academy is open to all 1st and 2nd graders (2019 - 2017 birth years).
BRSC's Zachary Academy will be open to 1st graders through high schoolers.
Players train three days a week at Burbank (with playdates for select age groups) and twice a week at the Central and Zachary Campuses.
Burbank Academy: $395/10-week season
Central Academy: $290/8-Week season (2 trainings per week) | $150/8-week season (1 training per week)
To learn more about the Burbank Academy Program, view our open house video.
Spring Academy Season
BURBANK: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday | 5:15 - 6:30 pm | Burbank Fields #26 & 27 | February 20 start date
CENTRAL: Monday and Wednesday | 5:00 - 6:00 pm | Lovett Rd. Park | February 3 Start Date | March 26 finish
ZACHARY: Tuesday and Thursday | Flanacher Rd. Park | February 4 Start Date | March 27 finish
Session 1 (5:00pm-6:15pm): Academy/Rec plus Academy (1st grade through 4th grade)
Session 2 (6:30pm-7:45pm): MS/HS Academy (5th grade and up)
BURBANK SPRING 2025 TIMELINE:
Week 1: February 18-20
Week 2: February 25-27
Week 3: March 5-6 (Off Mardi Gras Day)
Week 4: March 11-13
Week 5: March 18-20
Week 6: March 25-27
Week 7: April 1-3
Week 8: April 8-10
Week 9: April 15-17
(Spring Break- April 22-24)
Week 10: April 29-May 1
CENTRAL SPRING 2025 TIMELINE:
Player Kit: Academy players train in an all-black kit that can be purchased at Third Coast Soccer on Perkins. All players will wear the kit for training and competitions. It is advised that you purchase more than one jersey.
Please contact Academy Director Andy Smothermon with questions regarding our Burbank Campus and Paul Fletcher with questions about Central and Zachary.
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