Our MSC Academy program is for U9 (August 1, 2017 - July 31, 2018) and U10 (August 1, 2016 - July 31, 2017) players. 

New Players interested in the Academy Program will need to attend an evaluation session before being accepted. This player evaluation helps us determine if the Academy or Recreational Program is the most appropriate level for your player's development. 

No, returning players will not require an evaluation. Players returning from the previous season will receive an invitation email through Playmetrics to register for our Academy Program and be placed on a team.

Designed for U9 and U10 players, the Academy is the next step for those ready to move beyond recreational soccer. Players train twice a week under the guidance of licensed and certified coaching staff, focusing on technical skills, game understanding, and individual growth.

This program is the ideal introduction to competitive soccer, giving players the foundational tools needed to advance to U11 competitive teams

The MSC Academy Program consists of two separate seasons: Fall and Spring. Registration for the Fall season covers only the Fall season, which includes two training sessions per week for 10 weeks. The registration fee is $450 for U9 players and $500 for U10 players.

Participation in the Spring season is optional and requires a separate registration. Players are not automatically enrolled for Spring and must register again if they wish to continue in the Academy Program.

If, after participating in the Fall season, a player decides that the Academy Program is not the right fit, there is no obligation to continue into the Spring season. Players may choose not to re-register and may return to the MSC Recreational Program for the Spring season

MSC Academy uses the Nike recreational kit available from Third Coast Soccer for U9 and U10. This includes one black jersey and one blue jersey. Players may wear any black shorts and any black socks. Players will also need soccer cleats, shin guards, and a size 4 ball. 

All Academy soccer teams are coached by MSC-certified staff coaches. All coaches are KidSafe certified and have completed a youth coaching license. 

All Academy teams are formed and balanced based on player evaluations conducted by the MSC coaching staff.  Team placement takes into account each player’s developmental needs, technical ability, and overall fit to ensure competitive and enjoyable training environments for all.

Player placements and team assignments will be communicated to families through PlayMetrics once evaluations are complete.

U9 Boys and Girls practice Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:30-6:45. 

U10 Boys and Girls practice Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 - 6:45. 

Practice begins the week of August 24th. 

U9 teams will have 10-12 games per season. U10 teams will have 10 - 15 games per season. We take strides to eliminate the excessive travel required for teams. All games are within a 1.5-hour drive with no overnight stays. 

U10 Academy players in the Spring season will have the opportunity to attend the Pensacola Classic Tournament. This event gives our players an experience that helps prepare them for our U11 Lakers Competitive Program. 

• New Player Evaluation: August 10, 2026
• Parent Informational Meeting: TBD
• Practice Begins: Week of August 24, 2026
• Games Begin: August 29 - 30, 2026
• Labor Day Holiday (no games): September 5 - 6, 2026 
• Midnight Madness Halloween Tournament: October 16 - 18, 2026  
• Fall Season Ends: November 7 - 8, 2026 
• Spring Academy Registration: December 1, 2026 

*U10 Academy Teams will attend the Pensacola Classic Tournament on April 2 - 4, 2027. 

Academy Director Glenn "Benji" Benjamin at benji@mscsoccer.org