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The holiday break offers a unique opportunity for young athletes to improve their game talents through fun, focused activities at home. With a little guidance, players can maintain their progress and stay motivated in as little as fifteen to twenty minutes a day.

Dribbling, Juggling, and Wall Work: Building Skills at Home

1. Dribbling: Encourage players to practice close control by setting up small cones or objects to weave through. Using both feet will develop comfort and versatility on the ball. Consistent, short sessions help reinforce good habits without overwhelming your child.
   1. This can be done inside during the colder days.
   2. Use all surfaces of your feet.
   3. Cones don’t need to be in a straight line; create a minefield of objects to boost quick movements and decision-making.
2. Juggling: Juggling is a fantastic way to enhance touch, coordination, and confidence. Start with a few touches and gradually challenge players to increase their juggles. It’s a simple activity that can be done in any space, and progress can be tracked to celebrate milestones.
   1. Check our beginners’ guide to juggling video for steps on how to get started.
3. Wall Work: Finding a sturdy wall is key. Players can practice passing, receiving, and quick touches against the wall, simulating game-like situations. This not only sharpens technical skills but also encourages independence and focus during practice.
   1. Check out the 20-minute training session #3 with ideas on how to incorporate a wall into your training.

Supporting Your Child’s Development

Parents play a vital role in nurturing a player’s passion and motivation. Be involved by setting up small drills, providing positive feedback, and celebrating achievements, no matter how small. Creating a supportive environment ensures that training remains fun and engaging, helping young players develop a lifelong love for the game.

Additional Opportunities to Grow This Winter

For continuous development beyond home practice, we offer a variety of programs this winter season:

• Winter Mudbugz (ages 2-4): Fun introductory sessions to develop basic motor skills and a love for soccer.
• Thanksgiving Camp (ages 4-13): Half-day camp at Premier Soccer Center focused on fun with lots of touches.
• Winter Academy (K – 5th Grade): Comprehensive training that balances technical, tactical, and fun.
• Winter Futsal (ages 8-12): Focused on quick decision-making and tight ball control.

Whether at home or in one of our winter programs, staying active during the winter is a great way to remain fit.

If you are active during the holiday break, share your photos and videos with us via email or tag us on social media.

This holiday season, BRSC is partnering with Our Lady of the Lake Children’s Health to bring joy to children spending Christmas in the hospital.

We’re inviting all competitive teams to take part by donating two Christmas stockings filled with small gifts and treats.

Donation Deadline: Wednesday, December 10
Drop-Off Location: BRSC Office, 142 Lobdell Avenue (across from Liberty Lagoon)
Office Hours: During regular business hours

Your generosity will help brighten the holidays for children and families in need. Let’s make this season a little more magical!

• Travel-size toiletries (deodorant, shampoo, conditioner)
• Diamond art
• Craft kits
• Coloring books (all ages)
• babydolls
• Hot wheels
• Play doh
• Combs and hairbrushes
• Action figures/superheroes
• Little animal/ dinosaur kits
• Monster trucks

All questions can be directed to Jacob Bordelon.

Baton Rouge Soccer Club is proud to introduce the Louisiana Elite Soccer Program, BRSC’s elite-level player development platform designed to identify and nurture the state’s top talent.

TRYOUT DATE:

Thursday, October 23rd 6:00 – 7:30pm at Our Lady of the Lake Fields at Burbank Soccer Park on fields 13 & 14. Check in will begin at 5:30 pm.

Open to all players regardless of current club affiliation, this program represents the next step in the state’s premier player pathway, leading directly into the MLS NEXT (boys) and Girls Academy (GA) programs.

This year’s launch features two new initiatives, Pre-MLS NEXT (boys) and Pre-GA (girls), focused on developing the 2014 and 2015 age groups. These teams will serve as the foundation for future success within BRSC’s nationally recognized elite programs, offering players a professional-level training and competition environment.

Program Focus

The Pre-GA and Pre-MLS NEXT programs emphasize:

• Individual player development through a high-performance training environment

• Advanced tactical and technical understanding

• Competitive match experience against top regional opponents

Playing Format

• 11v11

Training Schedule

All sessions will be held on Monday evenings from 6:00–7:30 PM at Burbank Soccer Complex.

Training Dates:

• October 27

• November 3, 10

• December 1, 8

• January 12, 19, 26

• February 9, 16

• March 9, 23

• April 13

Competition Schedule

• Mike Rose John Talley Cup (March 28, 2026, Boys & Girls)

• Friendlies vs. HTX, Rise, and other GA clubs (Dates TBA)

Coaching Staff

MLS NEXT (Boys)

• Lead Coach: Steve McAnespie

• Staff: Sean LeBlanc, Matheus Costa, Chris Mitchell, Jared Moss

Girls Academy (GA)

• Lead Coaches: Adrian Garcia & Angie Mitchell

• Staff: Bruno Antunes, Kiran Booluck, Kevin Hoeprich, Melin Portillo

Uniform Package (Third Coast)

Estimated Cost: $150
Includes:

• White and black game kits

• Practice jersey

• One pair of shorts

• Two pairs of socks

Join the Program

Don’t miss your opportunity to train, compete, and develop alongside Louisiana’s top youth players. Registration for the Louisiana Elite Soccer Program is open now, and players from any club are welcome to participate.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED. ON-SITE REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE FIELDS 30 MINUTES PRIOR TO THE START OF TRYOUTS. WE WILL BE ONE FIELDS 13 & 14 AT BURBANK SOCCER PARK.