Pre-MLS Next
Pre-MLS Next U11-U12 (Aug-July)
The Manitou FC Pre-MLS Next U11 and U12 teams are designed to provide top-tier training and development opportunities for young players. This program serves as a pathway for youth athletes to progress into Manitou’s full MLS Next U13 to U19 teams.
Key Highlights:
– High-Level Training
– Competitive Environment
– Preparation for Intensity and Speed of MLS Next U13 – U19
– Player Pathway to Manitou MLS Next New Tier U13 – U19
Club & Team Participation Expectations
It is essential for players and parents to understand the expectations associated with participating in a Manitou FC U11- U12 Pre-MLS Next AD teams. The following overviews for each age group have been created to provide detailed information, allowing families to plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within U11 – U12 Pre-MLS Next AD. The Manitou Pre-Academy Program serves as an entry into the Manitou MLS Next U13 – U19 Program. If you have any questions regarding player expectations or need further clarification about age-group programming, please email Edi Buro, the Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.
| PRE MLS NEXT ACADEMY U11 Aug 1, 2015 – July 31, 2016 U12 Aug 1, 2014 – July 31, 2015 | |
| Area | U11 – U12 |
| Training & Competition | F: Training 3 – 4X per Week + TCSL League W: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League S: Train 3 – 4x per week + TCSL League |
| League Play | U11 – TCSL National U12 – TCSL National, North Academy – PRE MLS League |
| Tournaments | NSC Fall Cup, MN United Showcase, NSC Spring Cup, USA Cup Weekend or USA Cup Week, NSC All American |
| Training Locations | TCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North |
| Communication | Player/Parent to Coach |
| Key | F=Fall W=Winter S= Summer |
*League Travel: U11 Minnesota – Twin Cities Area, U12 – MN – Twin Cities, WI
July 13 – 16
Location: Polar Lakes Park – 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Time: View schedule
Cost: Free
MLS Next Tryout Prep Camp July 7 – 10