FC DEPORTIVO AZ
Our Purpose
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The Elite Academy League is composed of member clubs that represent Elite competitive clubs in their market and have shown to be of the standard and will benefit from being part of this platform. By unifying clubs from within the conferences, we have maintained the defining standards of previous elite platforms with a collective approach to making sure the platform sits atop the youth landscape.
Stage 3 – Performance Stage
Execution, speed of play, decision-making under pressure
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Execute advanced tactics with consistency and competitive discipline,
Manage game moments, scout opponents, and prepare for college/pro pathways
The 4 Pillars
Tactical – Develop team understanding of attacking and defending principles within the club’s game model. Improve decision-making in transition moments (attack-to-defend / defend-to-attack). Build positional awareness, player rotations, and the ability to recognize and respond to pressing cues.
Technical – Refine ball control, dribbling, passing, and first-touch execution under pressure. Improve shooting accuracy using all surfaces of the foot. Strengthen proficiency and comfort using both feet across all technical actions.
Social – Foster confidence, emotional control, and resilience in competitive settings. Promote coachability, accountability, and openness to feedback. Develop leadership skills, communication, and consistent focus in training and match environments.
Physical – Emphasize speed, endurance, agility, and functional coordination. Introduce movement mechanics for acceleration, deceleration, and change of direction. Prepare players physically for the demands of the 11v11 game.
