Elite Player Program
The Elite Player Program (EPP) program will continue the success of last year's program. The EPP is for White and Blue teams within these age groups and is an integral program for the development of those players. It will continue to be different from any other program Colorado United has conducted before. This program is designed to improve the individual player through the 4 pillars.
Technical – In Isolation, Interference & With Decision Making/Problem Solving
Tactical – Game Understanding, Movements Off the Ball, Defending against and Overload
Physical – Aerobic & Anaerobic Systems, Acceleration/Deceleration, Change of Direction/Speed (ABC’s) ABC’s these will be incorporated into the 4 stations
Psychological – Awareness of Surroundings, Concentration, Commitment, Decision Making/Problem Solving
Players may move groups over the course of the training. This may be done for several reasons including challenging them with older players, asking them to lead and raise the level of a particular group, allowing them to showcase their abilities and lead by example/be role models for groups. Don’t be concerned about what group your child is in, the training will take care of challenging and improving the individual player.
What we expect from the Player
- Look to choose an Individual Learning Objective (ILO) for each session, we want the player(s) to make this choice and hopefully will have a library of ILOs they can take into the Spring Season which will help their development
- Determination & a great attitude
- Try their hardest & never give up
- Supportive teammate
- Be a good listener
- Be on time
- Bring fluids (water only)
- Dress in correct gear for each practice - Training Shirt, Adidas Navy shorts & Adidas Navy socks
What you can expect from the Coaches
- High level of coaching ability & knowledge
- Ability to set high expectations & inspire players
- Empower the player to think & problem solve
- Be professional in our actions
What you can expect from the Club
- Consistent coaching activities & methodology
- Limited down time - players will rotate through 4 activities each session
- A Challenging, Safe Learning Environment where it’s “Player Centered” with the players having the opportunity to explore, make mistakes without the fear of failure
- Play/Practice/Play format
- Adidas training shirt (provided on Tuesday, 1/10)
- Adidas balls provided (don’t bring a ball)
- Areas set up in advance
WINTER 2023 EPP PROGRAM INFO
Location: Broncos Training Facility - 13655 Broncos Pkwy, Englewood, 80112
Training Day: Tuesday’s
Training Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31, February 7, 14, 21, 28, March 7 & 14
Time: 4:35 - 5:50 pm (2011 & 2012 Boys & Girls White/Blue Teams & 2011 Girls Red & 2013 Copa Legends, Crush, Rage & Fury Teams)
Time: 6:00 - 7:15 pm (2009 & 2010 Boys and Girls White/Blue Teams & 2011 Girls White)
Capacity: 96 players per time slot
Cost: $375 (Includes Adidas Training Shirt)
Program Expectations: HERE
What to Bring: Cleats, Shin Guards, Inflated ball, water.
