Future Manitou U8-U10 Pre ECNL RL

Future Manitous – Pre ECNL RL – U8, U9, U10

INTRODUCTIONprogram DetailsFees

The Future Manitous – Pre ECNL-RL – Program serves as an entry-level initiative for the Manitou Pre ECNL RL U11 to U12 age groups. This player centered program is designed for girls in the U8, U9, and U10 age groups. It provides a football learning environment that emphasizes small-sided games, individual skill activities, and movement education as key teaching tools. Through this approach, boys can further develop their confidence while improving their ability to control the ball and manage the pressures of playing in a limited time and space environment.

What is Future Manitou’s Pre-ECNL RL Program?

A player-centered development initiative for girls within the age groups of U8, U9 U10. The Future Manitou’s Pre-ECNL RL program assists players in transitioning from the beginning years of grassroots soccer (ages 5-7) to the years when team selection (U11) and formal league play begins at Manitou FC.

How is the Program Organized?

The program is organized to provide three practice-play opportunities each week, along with a schedule of friendly games, league games or tournament participation on the weekend. Players are grouped in appropriate age group pool A, B, C that allow the player to move freely between these pools for training and games. The key at this level is placing players in an appropriate group, based on ability. No Players are cut from this program. We approach every training session as a valuable opportunity to inspire our players and uncover the distinctive qualities they possess. Understanding that each player evolves at their own pace, we embrace the chance to shape their development over time. This ongoing influence not only enriches their experience but also strengthens our commitment to their growth and success.

WHAT does player-centered mean?

By structuring the program around a player-centered philosophy we place the player at the center of all decision-making, avoiding the challenges often encountered within a team-centered approach. We also believe delaying the process of player tryouts until they are older and further along the player pathway is in their best interest.

What do we emphasize in future manitou’s?

Our emphasis is on creating a ‘winning development environment’ that focuses on improving each player and increasing their enjoyment of playing. We work diligently to avoid the ‘winning games syndrome’ that negatively impacts the learning environment and often forces team coaches into decisions that are not in the player’s best long-term interest and reduces their enjoyment of playing.

What are the retention rates and results at this age?

Our retention rates and performance results at older ages demonstrate effective practices. Since the implementation of Future Manitou’s initiative, our player retention for U11 and older
has significantly increased. Additionally, participants are better equipped to navigate team dynamics, and their performance outcomes indicate that the learning objectives of the Future Manitou’s initiative are being met.

WILL MY CHILD BE CHALLENGED AS MUCH AS IF THEY PLAYED ON A TEAM?

The straightforward answer is yes; we can manage the learning environment more effectively. By presenting weekly training challenges and directly overseeing the quality of scheduled games, we can consistently control and influence the learning environment.

WILL MY CHILD HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO MAKE FRIENDS?

Being a part of Future Manitou is more than just being on a team. Yes, players will take the field to play as a team throughout the program as part of Manitou FC, but players will be mixed and matched with other players over the duration of the program. Staying connected with all your friends and teammates rather than being separated from them during these ages.

HOW IS THE COACHING DIFFERENT IN THIS PROGRAM?

Coaches at Future Manitous Pre-ECNL RL Youth Academy are not only licensed coach educators, but they also bring passion and expertise to our coaching staff, all proudly employed by Manitou FC. Under the guidance of our Sporting Director, the instructional program is meticulously crafted to embody a player-centered philosophy, creating an inspiring learning environment that fosters growth and development for every athlete.

WHAT RESULTS ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT TO US AT THIS AGE?

The results we value at these ages are based on what is best for individual development. We focus on learning, enjoyment, effort, technical skills, competing, paying attention, working together, and growing a passion for the game of soccer. We always take the field to do our best and hopefully to be successful, but the game result is the least important factor we use to measure success or assess a player’s development at these ages!

2018B – U8
Fall Season
August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Fall Training Days:

Sunday – 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Monday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm
Thursday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm
Training Location: Polar Lakes Park, 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110


TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday
Tournaments: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival


Futsal:
Nov 16 – Dec 22 – Futsal – WBL HS North


Winter/Spring Summer Season
Jan 4, 2026 – April 20
Training days and times – TBD
Location: TCO Garden


April 20, 2026 – July 12, 2026
Sunday – 5:00 pm – 6:15 pm
Monday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm
Thursday – 5:40 pm – 6:50 pm

2017B – U9
Fall Season
August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Fall Training Days:

Sunday – 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Monday – 6:50 pm – 8 pm
Thursday – 6:50 pm – 8 pm
Training Location: Polar Lakes Park, 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110


TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday
Tournaments: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival


Futsal:
Nov 16 – Dec 22 – Futsal – WBL HS North


Winter/Spring Summer Season
Jan 4, 2026 – April 20
Training days and times – TBD
Location: TCO Garden


April 20 – July 12
Sunday – 5:30 pm – 6:40 pm
Monday – 6:50 pm – 8 pm
Thursday – 6:50 pm – 8 pm
Tournaments: TBD

2016B – U10
Fall Season
August 7, 2025 – October 26, 2025
Fall Training Days:

Sunday – 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday – 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Wednesday – 6:20 pm – 7:40 pm
Training Location: Polar Lakes Park, 1280 Hammond Rd, White Bear Lake, MN 55110


TCSL League: Games on Saturday or Sunday
Tournaments: NSC Fall Cup & TCSL Festival


Futsal:
Nov 16 – Dec 22 – Futsal – WBL HS North


Winter/Spring Summer Season
Jan 4, 2026 – April 20
Training days and times – TBD
Location: TCO Garden


April 20 – July 12
Sunday – 6:45 pm – 8:00 pm
Tuesday – 6:30 pm – 7:45 pm
Wednesday – 6:20 pm – 7:40 pm
Tournaments: TBD

Cost:
$995 Full Year
$450 Fall Season
$650 Spring/Summer Season
Cost Includes: TCSL League Fee, Fall NSC Cup, TCSL Festival NSC Spring Cup, NSC All American,
Player pass, Winter Indoor Training, Outdoor Field rental, Coaching fees, Background checks,
Cost Does not Include: Adidas Uniform – every two years.
There are no additional fees to participate in this program.

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U13-U19 Pre ECNL & ECNL RL

Girls ECNL RL – Twin Cities – U13 – U19

INTRODUCTIONPLAYer ExpectationscampsTryouts + fees

Manitou FC Girls compete in the ECNL RL—Twin Cities League for the U13 to U19 age groups.
This league is a team-based competition where the winners advance to the ECNL Regional
League postseason.

Manitou FC Girls will participate in the U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, and U19 age groups.
Additionally, our Pre-ECNL RL Academy program starts at U11 – U12, and Pre-ECNL RL—Youth
Academy starts at U8 – U10.

Reasons to Participate in ECNL RL – Twin Cities League:

  • Provides opportunities for players to be showcased to college coaches.
  • Teams can be promoted or relegated based on their performance, ensuring the highest level of competition.
  • League winners advance to ECNL RL – Playoffs.
  • ECNL RL – Twin Cities minimizes travel demands for families while ensuring that teams are matched against opponents of similar skill levels.
  • Allows players a “seasonal break” to play for their local high school team.

It is essential for players and parents to understand the expectations associated with participating in a Manitou FC ECNL RL – Twin Cities League. The following overviews for each age group have been created to provide detailed information, allowing families to plan accordingly. The Girls ECNL Regional League Twin Cities is an extension of the Elite Clubs National League, offering competitive conference play and a pathway to ECNL RL National events. Manitou FC offers teams in each age group of the ECNL RL – Twin Cities. 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.

Girls ECNL RL – Twin Cities League U13, U14, U15, U16, U17, U18, U19
AreaU13 – U14
Training & CompetitionF: Train 3 – 4X per Week + ECNL RL + USYS Midwest League
W: Train 3 – 4x per week + ECNL RL
S: Train 3 – 4x per week + ECNL RL
League PlayECNL RL – Twin Cities League + USYS Midwest League Fall
TournamentsNSC Fall Cup, USYS State Cup, ECNL RL Playoffs*, USA CUP
Training LocationsTCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer
AreaU15, U16, U17, U18/19
Training & CompetitionF: Minnesota High School
W: Train 3 – 4x per week + ECNL RL – Twin Cities
S: Train 3-4x per week + ECNL RL – Twin Cities
TournamentsNSC Fall College Showcase, ECNL RL Playoffs*, ECNL RL Showcase
Training LocationsTCO Garden, Polar Lakes Park, White Bear Lake HS North
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

ECNL RL – Tryout Prep Camp

Summer Skills Training Academy

Location: White Bear Lake HS North Campus – 5040 Bald Eagle Ave, White Bear Lake, MN 55110

Cost: Free

U8 – U12: 2019 – 2014
July 14, 15, 19, and 20
2019 – 2016: 5:15 pm – 6:30 pm
2015 – 2014: 6:45 pm – 8:30 pm


U13 – U15: 2013, 2012, 2011
2013, 2014, 2015
July 20 – 8:15am – 10:15am
July 21 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
July 22 – 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm


U16 – U19: 2010, 2009, 2008/07
July 20 – 10:30 – 12:30 pm
July 21 – 7:15 pm – 8:45 pm
July 22 – 7:15 pm – 8:45 pm

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Girls Manitou FC Orange

Girls Manitou FC Orange

INTRODUCTIONPlayer Expectationstryouts + Fees

Our Manitou FC Orange teams compete within the following leagues based on the age groups: U11-U12 play in the Twin Cities Soccer League National while teams U13 and older compete in the TCSL/NPL Super League. 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. 
 
Pending the team age, we participate in a number of in-market tournaments as well as entering into the following national cup competitions: USYS National Championship Series (State & Regional Cup), TCSL League Cup leading to the US Club Soccer Regional Cup. Older age teams also participate in a number of high-profile events outside of Minnesota to showcase player to collegiate coaches. These events are chosen based on their reputation and timing within the year. 

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.

Girls Manitou FC Orange: U11, U12 | U13, U14
AreaU11 & U12 Girls MFC OrangeU13 & U14 Girls MFC Orange
Training & CompetitionF: 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 League
W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League
S: Train 2-3x’s per week + TCSL League
League PlayTCSL National Level (MN Based)TCSL National Level (MN Based)
TournamentsNSC Fall Cup, SLSG Cup, TCSL Final Four, NSC Spring Cup, TCSL State Cup, NSC All-American, USA Cup WeekendNSC Fall Cup, SLSG Cup, TCSL Final Four, NSC Spring Cup, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, NSC All-American, USA Cup Weekend
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to CoachPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer
Girls Manitou FC Orange: U15, U16, U17 | U18/19
AreaU15, U16, U17 Girls MFC OrangeU18/19 Girls MFC Orange
Training & CompetitionF: Minnesota High School Competition
W: Train 3x’s per week + NPL Super League
S: Train 2-3x’s per week + NPL Super League
F: Minnesota High School Competition
W: Train 3x’s per week + NSC League
S: Train 2-3x’s per week
WPSL Play UpsBased on evaluation of the players level of play within their respective age group teams, players may be offered opportunity to train/compete with Mantiou’s FC Senior Women’s WPSL team during the summer months. 
League PlayTCSL/NPL Super LeagueTCSL/NPL Super League
TournamentsSLSG Fall Showcase, Las Vegas Player’s Showcase, Indiana Crossroads, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, USA Cup Weekend, NPL Play-offsSLSG Fall Showcase, Shattuck Showcase, TCSL State Cup, MYSA State Cup, MTA Showcase, NPL Play-offs
CommunicationPlayer to CoachPlayer to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

U8–U11 | Birth Years (2018–2015)

Dates: July 21-23, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times: (2018-2015): 5:00pm – 6:15pm
Times: (2014): 6:30pm – 8:00pm

U12–U19 | Birth Years (2013–2006)

Dates: July 27-28, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North
Times (2013-2011): 8:00am – 9:45am
Times (2010-2006): 10:15am – 12:00pm

  • Club Fees Include: Club Registration, TCSL League Registration, Indoor/Outdoor Training Time, Background Checks, Club & Player Insurance, 3x a Week Training, Club Operations, GK Training, FT Coach, GK Training, Field Maintenance Equipment, Referee Fees, Referee Assignor, College Advisory Program
  • Club Fees do NOT Include: Tournaments (In and Out of Market), Player Travel, Indoor Games, Club Uniform
  • Team Fees Include: Coach Travel, Tournaments, Indoor Games 
  • Team Fee Estimates: $400-$900
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Girls Manitou FC Black

Girls Manitou FC Black

INTRODUCTIONPlayer ExpectationsTRYOUTS + FEES

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 enter into a number of in-market tournaments. Some of these events are:  NSC All-American, USA Cup, and TCSL Final Four. These events provide our teams with comparable levels of competition and limit the amount of travel required for teams within the Black level.

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.

Girls Manitou FC Black: U11, U12 | U13, U14
AreaU11 & U12 Boys MFC BlackU13 & U14 Boys MFC Black
Training & CompetitionF: 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 PlayTCSL State + Cities LeagueTCSL State & Cities Leagues
Tournaments4-5 Minnesota Based Events4-5 Minnesota Based Events
CommunicationPlayer/Parent to CoachPlayer/Parent to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer
Girls Manitou FC Black: U15, U16 | U17, U18/19
AreaU15-18/19 Girls MFC Black
Training & CompetitionFall: Minnesota High School Competition
Winter: Train 2x’s per week + NSC League
Summer: Train 2x’s per week + Games
League PlayTCSL State + Cities League
Tournaments4-5 Minnesota Based Events
CommunicationPlayer to Coach
KeyF = Fall, W = Winter, S = Summer

U8-U11 | Birth Years (2018–2015)

Dates: July 21-23, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North – Louricas Field
Times (2018-2015): 5:00pm – 6:15pm
Times (2014): 6:30pm – 8:00pm

U12-U19 | Birth Years (2013–2006)

Dates: July 27-28, 2024
Location: White Bear Lake High School North – Louricas Field
Times (2013-2011): 8:00am – 9:45am
Times (2010-2006): 10:15am – 12:00pm

  • Club Fees Include: Club Registration, TCSL League Registration, Indoor/Outdoor Training Time, Background Checks, Club & Player Insurance, 2x a Week Training, Club Operations, FT Coach, GK Training, Field Maintenance Equipment, Referee Fees, Referee Assignor
  • Club Fees do NOT Include: Tournaments (In and Out of Market), Player Travel, Indoor Games, Club Uniform
  • Team Fees Include: Coach Travel, Tournaments, Indoor Games 
  • Team Fee Estimates: $200-$400
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Girls WPSL

GIRLS WPSL U17+

INTRODUCTIONPROGRAM DETAILS

Manitou FC’s player pathway provides for female athletes who are looking to compete on a senior amateur level within the Women’s Premier Soccer League (WPSL). Competing within the Northern Conference, players age U17-U19 and older (college age) are eligible for team selection. Home games are played at the athletic complex at White Bear Lake High School North Campus. 

Since its establishment in 1998, the Women’s Premier Soccer League has been the pinnacle platform for advancing player development in the United States at the amateur level. Through its 25-year history, the WPSL has grown into a leading advocate for women’s soccer by creating multiple avenues for developmental opportunities, including the WPSL International Combine and the WPSL U21 league. 

As of 2023, the WPSL is still the longest-active women’s soccer league in the United States and with a membership of 130 teams, it’s also the largest women’s soccer league in the world.  Its national footprint stretches from the Atlantic to the Pacific and down to the Gulf with teams in 31 of the 50 U.S. states. The WPSL holds a 15.7% annual growth rate and has averaged 31 expansion teams each season since 2016. 

Adhering to its mission of providing the highest level of development opportunities, WPSL team rosters consist of elite female players from collegiate, post-collegiate, international, and standout prep athletes. The average age of a WPSL player is 20.7 years old. Sixty-nine percent of WPSL players are rostered on teams from their hometown’s metro area and 92% of the WPSL’s collegiate athletes play for NCAA member institutions.

Notable alumnae who’ve honed their talents in the WPSL include NCAA All-Americans, MAC Hermann Trophy recipients, Hall of Fame Inductees, Olympic Medalists, World Cup Winners, NWSL Champions, and Ballon d’Or recipients. 

The WPSL is sanctioned by the United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA) – an affiliate of the United States Soccer Federation (USSF), the ruling body of soccer in the United States. 

Roster: TBD
Game Schedule:
TBD
Cost:
$475 (2023-2024 Season Pricing)

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