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Boys Elite Academy League
Boys Elite Academy League
About the Mantiou FC Elite Academy
Launched in the 2020-21 season, the Elite Academy League (EAL) is comprised of over seventy-five member clubs who represent their market within a regional conference against other like-minded clubs who seek a higher level of competition to enhance their player development initiatives within their boy’s programs. Today, the EAL is comprised of seven conferences spanning the country with the Midwest the most recent area of expansion.
Why Participate in the Elite Academy League?
- Game League Structure and policies contribute to Manitou FC’s player development plan.
- Provides balanced competition against like-minded clubs having similar ambitions.
- Allows players a “seasonal break” to play for their local high school soccer team.
- Access to a regional program of competition over several months.
- The League calendar helps the club to balance each age group’s annual competition plan.
- Players looking to continue their soccer journey are provided additional exposure.
Player Expectations
It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within Orange and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your team’s coach to coordinate schedules and attendance. Multi-sport athletes must be pre-approved to play on an Elite Academy team. Players in the U11 and U12 age groups participate in a Pre-EA program offering additional competition events.
If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age-group programming, please email Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.
| Elite Academy Boys: U11, U12 | U13, U14 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U11 & U12 Boys Pre-EA | U13 & U14 Boys EA |
| Training & Competition | F: Train 3x’s per week + TCSL League W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + TCSL League | F: Train 3x’s per week + TCSL/NPL + EA League W: Train 3x’s per week + TCSL/NPL + EA League S: Train 3x’s per week + TCSL/NPL + EA League |
| League Play | TCSL National League | TCSL/NPL + EA Regional League |
| Tournaments | NSC Fall Cup, TCSL Final Four, KC Champions Cup NSC Spring Cup, TCSL State Cup, NSC All American, USA Cup Weekend | EA National Showcase, USA Cup Weekend, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, EA Play-offs* |
| Communication | Player/Parent to Coach | Player/Parent to Coach |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
| Elite Academy Boys: U15, U16, U17 | U18/19 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U15, U16, U17 Boys EA | U18/19 Boys EA |
| Training & Competition | F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + NPL + EA League S: Train 3x’s per week + NPL + EA League | F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + EA League S: Train 3x’s per week + UPSL + EA League |
| League Play | TCSL-NPL + EA Regional League | UPSL + EA Regional League |
| Tournaments | EA National Showcase, Shattuck Showcase, USA Cup Weekend, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, EA Play-offs* | EA National Showcase, Shattuck Showcase, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, EA Play-offs* |
| Communication | Player to Coach | Player to Coach |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
Boys Manitou FC Orange
Boys Manitou FC Orange
About the Mantiou FC Orange Teams
Our Manitou FC Orange teams compete within the following leagues: Twin Cities Soccer League Regional or National competition levels. These leagues offer different levels of play to accommodate the commitment levels, individual maturation, physical growth, and playing abilities of our teams, especially important for players U19 and younger.
In addition to league play or in-market tournaments, we participate in the following national cup competitions: USYS National Championship Series (State & Regional Cup), and TCSL League Cup leading to the US Club Soccer Regional Cup.
Player Expectations
It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within Orange and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your teams coach to coordinate schedules and attendance.
If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age group programming, please send an email to Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.
| Boy Manitou FC Orange: U11, U12 | U13, U14 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U11 & U12 Boy MFC Orange | U13 & U14 Boys MFC Orange |
| Training & Competition | F: Train 3x’s per week + Games W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games | F: Train 3x’s per week + Games W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games |
| League Play | TCSL Regional/State Competition | TCSL Regional/State Competition |
| Tournaments | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events |
| Communication | Player/Parent to Coach | Player/Parent to Coach |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
| Boys Manitou FC Orange: U15, U16 | U17, U18/19 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U15 & U16 Boys MFC Orange | U17 & U18/19 Boys MFC Orange |
| Training & Competition | F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + Games | F: Minnesota High School Competition W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2-3x’s per week + UPSL + EA League |
| League Play | TCSL Regional/State Competition | TCSL Regional/State Competition |
| Tournaments | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events |
| Communication | Player to Coach | Player to Coach |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
Boys Manitou FC Black
Boys Manitou FC Black
About the Mantiou FC Black Teams
Our MFC Black teams compete within the following leagues: Twin Cities Soccer League Cities and State competition levels. These leagues provide an appropriate environment that aligns with the players’ level of commitment, maturation, growth, and current abilities. Matching the appropriate level of competition with our teams provides a more positive, enjoyable, soccer experience. An important element to create a lasting passion for the sport.
In addition to league play, we participate in these in-market tournaments: NSC All-American, USA Cup, and TCSL Final Four.
Player Expectations
It is important that players and parents have an understanding of the expectations that participation on a Manitou FC team requires. The following age group overviews have been developed to provide as much information as possible so that families can plan accordingly. Manitou FC supports multi-sport athletes within Orange and Black Team levels and asks that any athlete having such conflicts, especially during the winter season training program, communicate directly with your teams coach to coordinate schedules and attendance.
If you have any questions about the player expectations or would like further clarification about age group programming, please send an email to Edi Buro, Manitou FC Sporting Director, at SportingDirector@ManitouFC.org.
| Boys Manitou FC Black: U11, U12 | U13, U14 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U11 & U12 Boys MFC Black | U13 & U14 Boys MFC Black |
| Training & Competition | F: Train 2x’s per week + Games W: Train 2x’s per week + NSC League S: Train 2x’s per week + Games | F: Train 2x’s per week + Games W: Train 2x’s per week + NSC Leage S: Train 2x’s per week + Games |
| League Play | TCSL State + Cities League | TCSL State & Cities Leagues |
| Tournaments | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events |
| Communication | Player/Parent to Coach | Player/Parent to Coach |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
| Boys Manitou FC Black: U15, U16 | U17, U18/19 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Area | U15-18/19 Boys MFC Black | |
| Training & Competition | Fall: Minnesota High School Competition Winter: Train 2x’s per week + NSC League Summer: Train 2x’s per week + Games | |
| League Play | TCSL State + Cities League | |
| Tournaments | 4-5 Minnesota Based Events | |
| Communication | Player to Coach | |
| Key | F = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer | |
