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Youth Competitive Stream | Notice Board

Comox Valley United’s Competitive Stream program is for all players aged U12 (2012) - U18 (2006) that want to develop in a performance-based program that will allow them to compete versus other upper island & lower island competition. 


Vision

To be a leader in grassroots sport best practices

Mission

To provide opportunity and promote the enjoyment of, a passion for, and participation in, the sport of soccer.

Guiding Principles  

Inclusivity:  Keeping as many players playing as possible, for as long as possible, in the best environment possible.

Opportunity: we will create environments for players to improve and have life building skills

Excellence: we will provide challenges in the four pillars of player development: Technical/Tactical, Physical, Psychological, and Socio-emotional to push players to higher levels of play.

Competitive: Winning isn’t the most important, but wanting to win, is. We will strive to be our best. 

Commitment: We are a club and not a collection of teams or players. As such, we want to all be guided by the same principles and put what’s best for the organization ahead of what’s best for the individual team 


Programming is for all boys & girls who can & want to commit to a full-time competitive soccer calendar for 2024/2025 season born in the following birth years: 

  • Super 8's (8v8 Game Format) - 2012, 2013
  • Eleven’s (11v11 Game Format) 2011, 2010, 2009, 2008 & 2007 


The Program is a September to June program, however not all players will play until June.


The program is split into two parts, Pacific Development League (PDL) Part 1 with two phases and a West Coast League (WCL) Part 2 with a single phase.


Part 1 PDL play is an inclusive program open to any CVUSC Player wanting to play in programming primarily focused on developing players for Soccer for Life.  


Part 2 WCL is a selected regional program with a greater focus on developing players who aspire to play Post-Secondary or Semi-Professionally.


CVUSC PDL Program Flyer.  


Select the Buttons below for more information on the PDL, WCL, Upcoming Season, Registration and Fees, Coaching the PDL/WCL and Program's Game and Training Model


Pacific Development League | 

Pacific Development League Play (Part 1 Phase #1) -  September - December: 

Pacific Development league Play (Part 1 Phase #1) September - December 


Phase 1 PDL play is an inclusive program open to any CVUSC Player.  League play is followed by a short PDL District Cup competition.  

  • Consists of league play on Sundays requiring travel to other Island Communities.

  • All U12 to U18 teams play against other Upper Island teams.

  • U16 to U18 teams will also have some games against Lower Island Clubs.

  • Program shut down for the December/January

     

PDL Island Cup Play (Part 1 Phase #2) February - March: 


Phase 2 PDL moves into Island Cup play.  Teams compete with other UI teams for the opportunity to play a Lower Island Team for the Island Cup.

  • Consists of Island Cup and friendly games on Sundays vs Upper Island clubs only.  Island Cup Finals could be played in the Lower Island and on a Saturday. 

  • U12 and 13 league play ending with an Upper Island Jamboree

  • U14 to U18 play includes Island Cup games.  UI teams compete for the opportunity to play a Lower Island Rep in the Island Cup finals.  Lower Island team (U14, U16 and U18 hosted by Lower Island)

  • Our PDL teams will not play in BC Soccer’s Provincial B-Cup competition.

  • All teams U12 to U18 will play towards attending the Mayor’s Cup Tournament in March at the end of the PDL Part of our season. 


PDL Practice and Game Schedule

U12 and U13 Boys and Girls Practice Wednesday and Friday nights 5:00 to 6:15. Vanier Turf. - Games Sunday

U14 Boys and Girls Practice Wednesday and Friday Nights 6:30 to 8:00. Vanier Turf. - Games Sunday

U15 to U18 Boys and Girls Practice Tuesday and Thursdays.  5:00 to 6:30 and 6:30 to 8:00.* - Games Sunday

*Please note, registration and the number of teams could require adjustments to the practice schedule.  U15-U18 start times will be determined once the number of teams are finalized.  


PDL Team Formations


Comox Valley United Soccer Club will no longer be holding formal ‘tryouts/evaluations/ placements’ for our PDL teams.


CVUSC believes all players should play at the level that they desire to play (Valley Youth Soccer League (VYSL), PDL or WCL.  Key differences between VYSL and PDL/WCL streams are commitment level and mindset.  CVUSC wants to include and service as many players as possible within our programming.  Not holding tryouts/evaluations for the PDL teams reduces player stress and anxiety.  CVUSC Technical Staff and Coaches are constantly monitoring and evaluating players in their own environment (VYSL or PDL). 

Player registers for their preferred stream (VYSL or PDL)


  • PDL registration period occurs from June 15 - Aug 12, 2024

  • Fall VYSL registration period occurs from June 15 to Aug 10, 2024

Once registration closes players are organized on teams by CVUSC Technical Staff.  Teams will be formed to best to ensure everyone desiring to play has a team. 


CVUSC believes players will stay in soccer and improve if they are in the proper environment.  At times some players may not be technically, socially, or physically ready to play on a PDL team.  Players may be asked to play in the Valley Youth Soccer League for a period to develop the skill set for them to be successful at the PDL level.  


CVUSC also believes players are part of the club, not individual teams.  Player movement between teams is a large part of player development.  Players in the VYSL will be called on to train and play with the PDL teams.  Players wanting to play with the PDL team who are asked to develop in the VYSL will have the opportunity to train in the PDL.  


Super 8's U12 (8v8 Game Format) and Nines U13 (9v9 Game Format) Team Numbers


Pacific Development League Part 1 Phases 1 and 2. 2-4 teams per division

There will be multiple teams per Division.  For example, 28 U12 players and 26 U13 players would be formed into two U12 teams of 14 and two U13 Teams of 13.

Each team will be formed using a flexible approach, understanding the identification and placement of players in these ages is tough due to many children still being in the childhood stage of their development


However, each individual competency will still form a vital tool in placing players and forming our teams.


The guiding principle when forming teams is for a majority of players to play in their age group. 


Secondary is for a younger player to be moved permanently to the older team.  Any players permanently moved will be determined by the Technical Staff and only offered to players who will be successful playing for the older team. 


Younger children, those in U11, who have shown high potential/high performance & full commitment in previous programming will only be considered - the club’s staff will reach out directly to those identified through UDP (ACADEMY) & Valley Youth Soccer League (VYSL) programming. 


Players will train collectively for the pre-season and first few weeks into the season.  Players will be placed in groups, over these weeks, the technical team and team coaches will move players between the groups until teams are formed.

Players may be required to move between teams if the PDL balance is not correct.  


However, all players in each Division will train together albeit in separate groups thus carpooling, socializing with friends can take place. 


Players may be asked to occasionally play with an older team. For example, an U12 player playing for the U13 team or an U13 player playing for the U14 team.

 

Primary goal for playing up will be to form player pools.  Identified players in the younger age groups who will be called on to play for the older teams so more players have the opportunity.  Pooled players must be willing to have their game day schedule changed on short notice. 


CVUSC supports children playing multi-sport and does not want them to have to choose until they really need or want to.  Players though are expected to participate for the duration of both Phases and offer a minimum of 50% to the soccer program.  Please email our staff so a tailored plan can be developed to support participation and commitment to soccer. 


CVUSC believes everyone be afforded the opportunity at U12 and U13 to play if they desire.  Soccer is a late developing sport and all players have yet to develop to their full potential.  Many will be developmentally behind their peers.  Many factors determine the players current ability; experience, physical and cognitive development are a few factors.  CVUSC also recognizes the players relative ability to their peers will also determine their enjoyment and continuing with soccer.  Players may be asked to play in the VYSL.  Train and play with their VYSL team while continuing to train weekly with the “Super 8” or “Nine’s” program. Participation in the UDP is highly encouraged.  



Elevens's U14 to U18 (11v11 Game Format)

1 Team per division with a possibility of a second team if registration supports an additional team.

There will be at least one team per division (birth year).  Players, when possible, will play within their division (birth year).

Teams will be formed with the goal of having a minimum of 16 players. Maximum of 20 (League maximum).

Players may be required to play on a non-birth year team, so all players have a place to play, and the club has viable teams.  Players may play on teams with older and or younger players.  

Players may be asked to play on older teams if a birth year’s registration exceeds the league roster maximum of 20.  Players moved permanently to the older team will be determined by the CVUSC Technical Staff.  Any players permanently moved are those who the Technical Staff determine will be successful playing for the older team.

CVUSC supports children playing multi-sport and does not want them to have to choose until they really need or want to.  Players though are expected to participate for the duration of both Phases and offer a minimum of 50% to the soccer program.  Please email our staff so a tailored plan can be developed to support participation and commitment to soccer.

To Register Click Here

CVUSC Refund Policy


Questions can be directed to our Director of Soccer and Technical Lead Ali ali@cvusc.org

 

Pacific Development Teams FAQ

Competitive Stream General FAQ

  • Can my Under 11 (a year younger) child be considered to play on a PDL team?

    Children who have shown high potential/high performance & full commitment in previous programming will only be considered - the clubs staff will reach out directly to those identified through UDP (ACADEMY) & Valley youth soccer League (VYSL) programming.

  • Do I have to register to be placed on a team?

    Yes all players must be registered beforehand so they and the club are covered by BC Soccer’s registration and the club can plan accordantly to place players and form teams.  

  • My child plays multiple sports, will this be considered?

    Yes, we want to support children to be able to play multiple sports without having to choose until they really need or want too. Players though are expected to participate for the duration of Phase 1 and 2 while offering a minimum of 50% to the soccer program.  Please email our staff so a tailored plan can be developed to support participation & commitment to soccer. 


  • My player wants to be with certain friends & certain coaches. Why are they not with their friends?

    In some cases players will be placed with current friends, in some cases players will be asked to make new friends, just like we all have done in our everyday lives.  This ties into our philosophy that this is more than soccer & key life skills will be created by playing this game.  However all players in each division will train together albeit in separate groups thus meaning carpooling social with friends can take place & they will still see each other week to week.

  • What does it cost to play?

    All PDL players U12 to U18 player fees are $495.  Include shorts, socks and a training top, plus the use of a home and away club jerseys. 

    WCL players U14 to U18 players fess is an additional $195. 

  • What do the fee’s cover?

    The fee’s cover a large number of expenses including but not limited to the following:  The use of a home and away Club Jersey.  Registration with Upper Island Soccer, BC Soccer and Canada Soccer.  Game Officials.  Playing equipment.  Rain kit for coaches. Staff wages, the club employees a full time administrator and Technical Lead plus a full time Technical Team member plus part time positions.  Registration for one tournament for all Competitive teams.  Turf field recapitulation fee.  Office expenses. Capital Projects like the new change rooms scheduled to be built in the spring of 2023.  Coaching Courses and Referee courses - All our coaches are required to be certified and have to take at minimum three courses over a career.  The club also pays to train Referees and to have them re-certified.  

  • What if my player does not want to partake in the academy program however wants to play for their team? Is this an option?

    Yes.  We don’t want to force players to train in the academy however given that repetition is the key to getting better, fulfillment & enjoyment in any activity, we want all players to do academy programming to enhance performances within their teams & their games.

  • What is a typical training week programming consist of?

    Note this may be different due to scheduling needs & individual player needs however 4 days per week is typical for competitive soccer programming in Canada

    Example 1: Monday UDP Academy programming Academy programming delivered by professional academy staff.  Tuesday Competitive teams practice.  Training delivered by team coaches.  Wednesday Day off.  Thursday Competitive teams practice.  Training delivered by team coaches.Friday Day off.  Saturday Day off.  Sunday Match Competitive game day.

    Example 2:  Monday UDP Academy programming Academy programming delivered by professional academy staff. Tuesday Day off. Wednesday Competitive teams practice.  Training delivered by team coaches.Training delivered by team coach Thursday Day off. Friday Competitive teams practice.  Training delivered by team coaches. Training delivered by team coach. Saturday Day off. Sunday Match day Competitive game day.

  • Will everyone be placed on a team?

    CVUSC is committed to keeping as many players playing as possible and placing players in the most appropriate environments. 

    This being said, please be aware that there are various constraints and team formation requires numerous factors to be considered.

    CVUSC believes everyone be afforded the opportunity at U12 and U13 to play if they desire.  Soccer is a late developing sport and all players have yet to develop to their full potential.  Many will be developmentally behind their peers.  Many factors determine the players current ability; experience, physical and cognitive development are a few factors.  CVUSC also recognizes the players relative ability to their peers will also determine their enjoyment and continuing with soccer.  Players may be asked to play in the VYSL.  Train and play with their VYSL team while continuing to train weekly with the “Super 8” or “Nine’s” program. Participation in the UDP is highly encouraged.  

  • Will I have any other fees if successful making a team?

    Yes teams will attend tournaments, showcases and can qualify for Provincials. These expenses are not covered by registration fees. 

West Coach League | CVUSC Competitive Stream

CVUSC will create new teams for the WCL from Upper Island PDL players.  PDL teams do not carry-on past March.  All North Island players (Comox, Campbell River, and Powell River) are eligible to be selected to play on a WCL team.  Players are evaluated throughout the season, the Club's Technical Staff and Team coaches will select the WCL teams.  PDL players interested in playing WCL must express their interest to play WCL by registering with CVUSC before the end of their PDL team season.  Club Technical Directors will identify players to be invited to be considered for a WCL Team.  Identified players may be invited to an ID Session.  Teams will be selected mid-March to mid-April.

WCL teams will compete for a place in the BC Soccer Provincial A-Cup in June.  WCL teams compete against other WCL Tier 2 Teams from Victoria and the Upper Island. Teams will select both Boys and Girls teams to play in the A-Cup League for the U14, U15, U16, U17 and U18 age groups.  Travel to Victoria will be required.  

Teams will compete for BC Soccer Provincial A-Cup

West Coast League Play (Part 2 Phase 3) April to June 

  • 1 Boys and 1 Girls Team at U14, U15, U16, U17 and U18 divisions. 
  • Each team at U14, U15, U16, U17 and U18 will have a max game day squad to 18.
  • The goal is to select Boys and Girls teams at each age group but if insufficient players are available to field single aged teams age groups will be combined.
  • Teams will have a minimum of 16 players. 
  • Rosters will be open to all North Island players (Comox, Campbell River and Powell River).  
  • Practice Schedule. With Girls Teams play on Saturday - Boys Sunday - Goal is to offer a day off before playing.  Girls target to train Tuesday and Thursdays at 6:30. Boys Wednesday and Fridays at 6:30. Some teams my train on different days to allow teams sufficient space on the Turf. Depending on the number of teams, a practice night may have to be shifted. 
  • Some Home games and practices may be held in Campbell River 
  • Teams will play in combined age group divisions for League Play.  (14 only) (U15 and U16 combined) (U17 and U18 combined).  
  • Play downs will be individual age divisions.  For example U15 will only play other U15 Teams to qualify for Provincial A-Cup.
  • Girls WCSL game day is Saturday.  Boys WCSL game day is Sunday. 


WCL Team Formation

WCL players come from teams playing in the Upper Island PDL.  Technical Staff from Comox United, Campbell River Youth, Powell River Youth and coaches who have monitored the players over the course of the PDL season.  Evaluating players on an ongoing basis over an extended period, in an environment in which they are comfortable, is a better approach in terms of the effectiveness of the evaluations and identifying players.  Traditional “tryouts” are extremely stressful on young players and offer a limited opportunity for them to demonstrate their abilities.  

Traditional ‘tryouts’ will not be held.  Players will register to express their interest to play on a WCL team.  Then players identified by the Club Technical Staff will be invited to player ID sessions.

Players (through their parents or guardian) will be offered to accept a position on a team.  Players and their parents/guardians are encouraged to be respectful of the offer as the club may be required to offer opportunities to other players, with challenging timelines if a response is not provided in a timely manner. Responses to all invitations, to join a WCL team,are required to reply within 2 days of the invitation. Players not invited to play on a WCL team may be offered to continue to train as a Permit player.  Permite (Red Shirt) players would have the opportunity to play games on as needed basis. 

Powell River training groups will be created and led by their Technical Director.  

  • WCL play starts in mid-April.  Teams will be announced mid-March typically after the Mayor’s Cup Tournament.
  • Teams will be announced at the end of March or early April.  Teams will start training early to mid-April.  

Players must express their interest to play on a WCL team by Feb 29.  Expression of Interest CLICK HERE

Season Information can be found under the 2023 / 2024 and Registration Fees Buttons.

CVUSC Refund Policy 


Questions can be directed to our Director of Soccer and Technical Lead Ali ali@cvusc.org


West Coast League FAQ


2024 / 2025  PDL and WCL Season |

PDL Sept 2024 to March 2025 

  • All players must be registered by Aug 12, 2024.  Registration opens June 15, 2024.
  • U14 to U18 team formation to be completed by Aug 15, 2024
  • PDL Season:
  • CVYSC Competitive Program Pre-season Training starts the week of August 19, 2024. 
  • Regular season training starts Sept 3, 2024
  • League play starts Sept 7 or 14, 2024
  • League play finishes March 2025

WCL April - June 2025

  • WCL Registration: 
    • All players must be express interest to play by TBD
    • Players invited to play on a WCL must confirm their spot within two days of the invite. 
    • Once accepting a spot, players must  register with CVUSC prior to the start of training April 2
    • No refunds once a player accepts a position on a team other then for medical reasons prior to the end of the second week of games, less the $25 admin fee.

  • ID Sessions: Age groups requiring ID Sessions will be scheduled for the following dates.
    • TBD
       
  • WCL Season:
    • TBD 

Players must express their interest to play on a WCL team by TBD.  Expression of Interest CLICK HERE

Registration and Fees information can be found under the Registration Fees Button.

CVUSC Registration Portal Click Here

CVUSC Refund Policy 

Questions can be directed to the club's Technical Lead Ali: ali@cvusc.org

Registration and Fees | CVUSC Competitive Stream

Pacific Development League (Sept 2023 to March 2024)

Registration for the 2023 / 2024 Season (Play starting September 2023) opens April 19.  All players must be registered by May 19, 2023.  Registrations opens April 19.  U14 to U18 team formation to be completed by June 9, 2023.  Super 8's and Nines's everyone will be contacted by June 9, 2023 about their group placements.

All PDL players fee for the 2023 / 2024 Season (Sept to March) is $495.  Players will no longer have to purchase playing clothing and jerseys separately, a $150 cost.  Shorts, socks and a training top are now included for the players to keep.  Also a home and away jersey will be provided for the player's to borrow for the season.  Registrations also includes a Pre-Season Training Camp lead by CVUSC Technical Staff tentatively scheduled for the week of Aug 28, 2023. 

PDL Practice and Game Schedule*

U12 and U13 Boys and Girls Practice Wednesday and Friday nights 5:00 to 6:15.  Vanier Turf. - Games Sunday

U14 Boys and Girls Practice Wednesday and Friday Nights 6:30 to 8:00. Vanier Turf.  - Games Sunday

U15 to U18 Boys and Girls Practice Tuesday and Thursdays.  5:00 to 6:30 and 6:30 to 8:00.* - Games Sunday

*Please note, registration and the number of teams could require adjustments to the practice schedule.  U15-U18 start times will be determined once the number of teams are finalized. 

West Coast League (April 2024 to June 2024)

WCL fee is an additional $160.  Includes a training top for the players to keep. Players will be provided with a home and away jersey to borrow.   Shorts and socks are available to purchase.   All players must express interest to play by March 9, 2024 to be considered for a WCL team.  Registration required after selected for a team.  Must be completed before training starts April 2. 

WCL Practice and Game Schedule*

Girls game day is Saturday.  Boys WCSL game day is Sunday


Practice Schedule.As there are many unknowns at this time, the tentative WCL schedule is as follows: Girls target to train Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:30, games on Saturdays.  Boys Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:30, games on Sundays. Some teams may train on different days to allow teams sufficient space on the Turf.  This schedule is subject to change.  

Some Home games and practices may be held in Campbell River.

Teams will play in combined age group divisions for League Play.  (U15 and U16 combined) (U17 and U18 combined).  Play downs will be individual age divisions.  For example U15 will only play other U15 Teams to qualify for Provincial A-Cup.

To Express interest to play on a WCL team CLICK HERE

Players when selected will be required to register by April 2. 

CVUSC Registration Portal Click Here

CVUSC Refund Policy 

Questions can be directed to the club's Technical Lead Ali ali@cvusc.org

Registration and Fees FAQ

  • Do I have to register if I want to be considered for a team?

    Yes, all players must be registered for WCL beforehand, to be considered for a WCL team.


  • Will I have any other fees if I successfully make a team?
    Yes teams will attend tournaments, showcases and can qualify for Provincials.  These expenses are not covered by registration fees.


  • What do the fees Cover.

    The fee’s cover a large number of expenses including but not limited to the following:  The use of a home and away Club Jersey.  Registration with Upper Island Soccer, BC Soccer and Canada Soccer.  Game Officials.  Playing equipment.  Rain kit for coaches. Staff wages, the club employees a full time administrator and Technical Lead plus a full time Technical Team member plus part time positions.  Registration for one tournament for all Competitive teams.  Turf field recapitulation fee.  Office expenses. Capital Projects like the new change rooms scheduled to be built in the spring of 2023.  Coaching Courses and Referee courses - All our coaches are required to be certified and have to take at minimum three courses over a career.  The club also pays to train Referees and to have them re-certified.  

Coaching PDL and WCL | CVUSC Competitive Stream

CVUSC believes the role of a coach is critical in the delivery of a positive soccer experience. Players want to learn, grow, and be challenged, in a fun, safe, inclusive, and welcoming environment. Continuous education is paramount in developing coaches for their own confidence and enjoyment, but the benefit to players is critical in all levels of participation. 


CVSUC coaches wishing to Coach in the Competitive PDL or WCL program are required to have as a minimum completed the following training. 

  • Soccer Canada’s Soccer for Life

  • BC Soccer’s Respect in Sport for Activity Leaders

  • NCCP’s Making Head Way Concussion (Soccer) eLearning.

All training is free to CVSUC coaches.  All three qualifications are online and can be completed at the coach's convenience.  Soccer for Life has an on field four-hour workshop requirement.  CVSUC will strive to host a Soccer for Life workshop annually.  Coaches who are not able to attend the CVUSC workshop must complete the online theory component and complete the workshop within one year.  Either at CVUSC or another club.  Information on Soccer for Life clinics and how to register for CSA Soccer For Life on line module can be found here CVUSC Coaching Clinics


Respect in Sport can be completed online.  Contact our Director of Soccer ali@cvusc.org for an access code and details on how register.


Making Ethical Decisions and Making Head Way Concussion (Soccer)  free online through the National Coaching Certification Program (NCCP) 


Important Dates for Coaches 2023/2024 Season


PDL Coaching Applications:

 

More information click here.


WCL Coaching Applications:

  • All coaches wishing to coach a WCL team are to contact their Club Technical Director. 

Game and Training Model | CVUSC Competitive Stream

Player and Team development will be guided by the "Comox Way" Player Development Model

Players will be also exposed to all 4 corners of development (Technical/Tactical, Physical, Psychological, Social) based on their age and stage of development. This includes but is not limited to: 

  • Player Habits - Vision and Awareness, 1v1 Attacking, Enticing Pressure, Positive Passing, Showing for the Ball/Forward Runs, Receiving & Turning, Scoring Goals

  • Four Moments of the Game

    • Attacking Organization - 'Dynamic and Fearless' DNA - A positive and dynamic attitude by individuals and the group with the ability to change and adapt as needed. Players who are confident and willing to take risks at the right moments

    • Defensive Transition - ‘Hunt Mentality' DNA - A relentless will to win the ball back immediately after the loss of possession. We want to dominate with possession of the football. 

    • Defensive Organization - ‘Organized' DNA - A unified structure that works together to regain possession of the football as high up the pitch as possible.

    • Attacking Transition - ‘Secure’ DNA - An ability to maintain possession and advance forward at the same time, if possible. 

  • Technical/Tactical 

    • Global Principles of Play

  • Physical

    • Increase physical literacy and strength

    • Helping children lead and learn about a healthy lifestyle

  • Psychological

    • Provide healthy challenge and competition

    • Give players tools to overcome adversity and celebrate accomplishments

  • Social

    • Fun environment to create new friendships

    • Learn how to work in and as a team 



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