UDFC’s Travel Soccer Teams are for the passionate player seeking a more competitive soccer experience than the UDFC Fall League, but still wants to play on a community-based team.
UDFC Travel Teams play the Fall season against teams from other soccer clubs in the region. Additional opportunities exist for teams to continue together for winter, spring and tournament play.
Boys & Girls are eligible for travel teams starting at age 8 (teams are divided by gender and birth year). As a community-based club, UDFC has had a tradition of parent-coached teams. We are always looking for parents to step-up and volunteer for their kid's team. However, we recognize that volunteer coaches are not always possible, in the event a parent-coach is not available we have contingency plans to work with local youth soccer trainer/coaches to staff travel teams where needed (additional coaching fees will apply)
SPRING TRYOUTS
All players (new and returning) must attend player evaluations each Spring. These evaluations are for placement on the upcoming Fall season’s roster.
Assignment to a team is not guaranteed.
Players are selected based on the evaluations conducted by the Travel Program Committee and Team Coaches.
Team placement is determined by the end of May.
Late additions to teams may be possible, if space is available. Contact the Travel Coordinator or a specific team coach for more information.
2011 - 2015 TEAMS
SUMMER PRACTICE SCHEDULE (2011's - 2015's)
Players are expected to commit to attending practices and games for the entire travel season.
Team practices start in June/July and are typically once or twice a week through the end of the fall season.
Team practice schedules are determined by individual team coaches.
Schedule conflicts (vacations, summer camp, etc.) must be addressed with the team coach.
FALL SCHEDULE (2011's - 2015's)
The fall season runs September (weekend after Labor Day) through mid-November.
The final fall game schedule does not get released until mid-August.
Boys games are usually scheduled for Saturdays. Girls on Sundays.
Home games are played on Upper Darby School District fields.
Away games are played in neighboring communities. Older age groups may play away games at fields up to an hour away.
Both Boys and Girls teams play in
Central League Soccer - with most clubs located in Philadelphia's Western Suburbs.
NEW 2016-2018 TEAMS
Our new 2016-2018 teams will continue to compete at a high level, however a greater emphasis will be place upon a holistic player development approach, emphasizing technical, tactical, physical, and mental growth.
Here’s what to expect for each team:
2016 (U10) Team
• League Play: The team will participate in league competition throughout the season.
• Tournaments: Three tournaments are planned, one in the winter and two in the spring. The spring tournaments will provide an opportunity to apply skills developed through the fall and winter training periods.
2017 (U9) Team
• Friendlies & Tournaments: Players will have the chance to compete in 7v7 friendlies and tournaments.
• Focus: Building a strong technical, tactical, and physical foundation to prepare them for more structured gameplay as they progress.
2018 (U8) Team
• Small-Sided Games: This group will primarily play 3v3 and 5v5 formats.
• Focus: Creating a solid foundation through small-sided games that promote skill development, spatial awareness, and confidence on the ball. Development remains the priority at this stage.
UNIFORMS
New players must purchase a travel uniform
Returning players are required to purchase uniform pieces as necessary to maintain an acceptable travel uniform kit year to year.
Uniforms are purchased directly from our supplier.
A link to the online store will be provided once a player is placed with a team
General questions about this program can be sent to –
[email protected]