Ready to Elevate Your Game? Join the Player Development Program (PDP) in 2026!
Train like a pro with Universal Soccer Academy’s year-round Player Development Program (PDP) — the ultimate supplementary soccer training for motivated players aiming to reach the next level. 

 

 

(Ages U9-U18) | Max 20 Students Per Class
 

 

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What is PDP? 

PDP is an all-encompassing year-round training program meticulously crafted for players harboring ambitions of competing at the highest levels. Throughout various seasonal training phases, students have the opportunity to develop every facet of their game. This includes Technical Skills, Tactical Awareness, Physical Power, Mental Toughness, and Character.
 

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Why PDP?

• Elite-Level Training: Technical, tactical, physical, and mental development built into every phase of training.
• Year-Round Growth: Train across four key phases — Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall.
• Player-Centered Coaching: Small groups ensure individual attention and real development.
• Top Environment: Indoor air-conditioned training facility, classroom sessions, and access to top coaches.
• Track Record of Success: Over 20 years of developing players who move on to college, pro, and beyond.

What You’ll Improve:

• Ball Mastery & Confidence in tight spaces
• 1v1 Attacking & Defending elusive and dominant in 1 on 1 situations
• First Touch & Control with all parts of the body
• Passing, Shooting & Finishing with power and creativity
• Tactical IQ & Positioning creating and denying space
• Mental Toughness game day mental performance
• Character Development coachable and committed

Seasonal Curriculum

Winter (8 Sessions)

Focus: Ball Mastery and Control

• Develop ball-handling skills: Master the art of juggling, dribbling, foot skills, and turns to become a true maestro with the ball.

• Enhance comfort in congested areas: Learn to navigate and thrive in tight spaces on the field, turning obstacles into opportunities.

• Gain confidence and control with the ball: Elevate your game by boosting your confidence and control, so you can dominate any situation.

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Spring (14 Sessions)

Focus: First Touch, 1v1 Attacking and Defending

• Improve first touch using various body parts: Train precision control using laces, inside foot, thighs, and chest to master the first touch.

• Develop 1v1 skills through multiple scenarios: Build dynamic foot-skills and attacking movements to consistently beat defenders one-on-one.

• Learn effective defending and attacking against a single opponent: Refine your individual strategy on both sides of the ball to win duels consistently.

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Summer (1 Week of Camp)

Focus: Total Player Development in a Full-Day Soccer School Environment

Format: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM – full-day, school-style training

On-Field Training:

• • Master accurate and creative passing techniques using the inside foot, outside foot, chips, and long-range distribution
• • Refine distribution and shooting techniques to make critical plays and finish chances
• • Learn goal-scoring with power, precision, and deceptive techniques

Classroom Sessions:

• • Mental Toughness Training – Build inner strength and resilience to thrive under pressure
• • Character Development – Develop leadership, discipline, and accountability on and off the field
• Gym Sessions: Soccer-specific strength, agility, and injury prevention

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Fall (11 Sessions)

Focus: Game Application, Tactical IQ, and Positional Understanding

• Participate in micro-games to apply skills in game-like situations: Use fast-paced scenarios to reinforce decision-making and technical execution under pressure.

• Enhance tactical awareness without the ball: Improve movement, anticipation, and positional discipline to impact the game when not in possession.

• Focus on specific aspects of the game in a controlled environment: Isolate individual components of your game and refine them through repetition and situational breakdowns.

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Classroom Sessions also included: 

• Mental Toughness Training: Develop the mental strength to tackle any challenge on the pitch. 
• Tactical Awareness Training: Grasp the intricate strategies and tactics that make a winning team. 
• Positional Insight: Gain a deep understanding of various playing positions, so you can excel in any role. 

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Group Sizes and Skill Levels

• Limited spots available at PDP, with a maximum of 20 students per group. 
• Students are assigned to groups based on their skill levels. 
• Aim: Training with peers of similar abilities for a more effective experience. 
• Goal: Deliver a focused and personalized learning experience. 
• Objective: Help every student reach their full potential in soccer. 

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Cost
$1600 per student for the full year.
Payment Options:

• Full payment: $1600 
• Installment plan: $400 due on January 8th, March 17th, June 16th, and September 1st. 
• Students joining between January and June: Obligated to pay the full fee. 
• Students joining after June: Pay $1250 for the remainder of the year. 
• No refunds once sessions begin. 
• Once a student is accepted, they will receive a payment and registration link. 

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Uniform: 

Player Development Program (PDP) membership includes a complete kit, encompassing a jersey, shorts, and socks. 

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Location:

 Champions Center, 1A Coleman Court, Southampton, NJ 08088 

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Application Process: 

Submit Your Application
Begin by completing the application form below. Your application will serve as your first step towards joining our PDP program. (Application form below) 

Evaluation Invitation 
Upon receiving your application, our team will carefully review it. If your application aligns with our program's objectives and requirements, you will be invited to an evaluation session. This evaluation is crucial to ensure that our PDP program is the right fit for you. 

Accepted into the PDP Player Pool 
After a successful evaluation, you will become an integral part of our PDP player pool. This status grants you exclusive access to the PDP for 2025. The new 2026 class will begin on January 5, 2025. 

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2026 Class Dates & Times 🗓️ (Applications Now Being Accepted)

Soccer Star – Group 1 

Winter: Mondays 5:45–7:00 PM
Jan. 5, 12, 26 / Feb. 2, 9, 23
Spring: Mondays 5:45–7:00 PM
Mar. 16, 23, 30 / Apr. 13, 20, 27 / May 4, 11, 18, 25 / Jun. 1, 8
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
July 6, 7, 8, 9
Fall: Mondays 5:45–7:00 PM
Sept. 14, 21, 28 / Oct. 5, 19, 26 / Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30

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Soccer Star – Group 2 

Winter: Wednesdays 5:45–7:00 PM
Jan. 7, 14, 28 / Feb. 4, 11, 25
Spring: Wednesdays 5:45–7:00 PM
Mar. 18, 25 / Apr. 1, 15, 22, 29 / May 6, 13, 20, 27 / Jun. 3, 10
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
July 20, 21, 22, 23
Fall: Wednesdays 5:45–7:00 PM
Sept. 16, 23, 30 / Oct. 7, 21, 28 / Nov. 4, 11, 18 / Dec. 2

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Champions – Group 1 

Winter: Mondays 7:00–8:15 PM
Jan. 5, 12, 26 / Feb. 2, 9, 23
Spring: Mondays 7:00–8:15 PM
Mar. 16, 23, 30 / Apr. 13, 20, 27 / May 4, 11, 18, 25 / Jun. 1, 8
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Aug. 10, 11, 12, 13
Fall: Mondays 7:00–8:15 PM
Sept. 14, 21, 28 / Oct. 5, 19, 26 / Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30

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Champions – Group 2 

Winter: Wednesdays 7:00 PM –8:15 PM
Jan. 7, 14, 28 / Feb. 4, 11, 25
Spring: Wednesdays 7:00 PM –8:15 PM
Mar. 18, 25 / Apr. 1, 15, 22, 29 / May 6, 13, 20, 27 / Jun. 3, 10
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
Aug. 17, 18, 19, 20
Fall: Wednesdays 7:00 PM –8:15 PM
Sept. 16, 23, 30 / Oct. 7, 21, 28 / Nov. 4, 11, 18 / Dec. 2

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Senior Star – Group 1 

Winter: Mondays 8:15–9:30 PM
Jan. 5, 12, 26 / Feb. 2, 9, 23
Spring: Mondays 8:15–9:30 PM
Mar. 16, 23, 30 / Apr. 1, 13, 20, 27 / May 4, 11, 18, 25 / Jun. 1, 8
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
July 13, 14, 15, 16
Fall: Mondays 8:15–9:30 PM
Sept. 14, 21, 28 / Oct. 5, 19, 26 / Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30

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Senior Star – Group 2 (Ages 15–18)

Winter: Fridays 6:30–7:45 PM
Jan. 9, 16, 30 / Feb. 6, 13, 27
Spring: Fridays 6:30–7:45 PM
Mar. 20, 27 / Apr. 3, 17, 24 / May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 / Jun. 5, 12
Summer: Camp Week • 9:00 AM–3:00 PM
July 27, 28, 29, 30
Fall: Fridays 6:30–7:45 PM
Sept. 18, 25 / Oct. 2, 9, 23, 30 / Nov. 6, 13, 20 / Dec. 4