Competitive

Players are expected to be at all games and training sessions. Players who cannot attend a training session or game must inform the coach in advance.

Players are expected to wear proper Capelli training/game uniforms at all team sessions and games.

At the Competitive level, playing time is not equal but earned. Playing time is at the coach's discretion and takes into consideration absenteeism, tardiness, or general behavior issues in addition to the skill of the player, the quality of the opponent, and competition.

Competitive players aged 11U play a 7v7 format, 12U play a 9v9 format, and use a size four (4) soccer ball. Players aged 13U+ play a 11v11 format and use a size five (5) soccer ball. 

Parents are encouraged to support their player and team in a fashion that breeds a positive and respectful learning environment.

As such, it is imperative that coaches are able to teach/instruct the game to players in games and at practice.

To best ensure a positive learning environment, parents should refrain from directional coaching on the sidelines while applauding positive plays and encouraging effort.

After all, parents are the best role models for our players: please respect our players, coaches, opponents, and referees.

Remember: “Let the players play, let the coaches coach, and let the referees ref!”

Uniforms

Cavalry has contracted with Capelli for game day and training uniforms. 

For ordering and more information please visit our Uniforms page.

Training Equipment

• Shin Guards: All players are required to wear shin guards during all training and games. 
• Cleats: All players are strongly encouraged to purchase cleats to wear in training and games.
• Soccer Ball: All players are encouraged to bring their soccer ball with them to all training sessions and matches. 11U-12U use a size four (4) soccer ball and players aged 13U+ use a size five (5) soccer ball. 
• Water Bottle: All players should bring their own water to all training and games.

How are teams formed?

We attempt to make as few changes to player groups as possible while incorporating new players. There is always the possibility of some changes based on numbers. The Director of Coaching and Technical Director will be in charge of all finalized player assignments.

What do the Team Names mean?

The format of our team names are as follows:

Birth Year - League played (ECNL/USCRL - US Club Eastern Conference) - Level 

What do the Team Name Colors stand for?

It identifies the level of competition the team is playing from highest to lowest, with Black being the highest level 

1- Black 

2- White

3 - Red 

4 - Maroon 

5 - Royals 

6 - Gold 

Example: Cavalry 2005 Black ECNL/USC - RL means the team is a 2005 boys team playing at the Black Level in the Regional League.

Where are training sessions held?

Training sessions for Competitive ages are held at in College Station, generally Veterans Park.

Where are games played?

Most games for Competitive ages are played in the NW Houston area.

What do I need to bring to training?

Shin guards and soccer cleats are mandatory. Players also need to bring a soccer ball and water.

What are the training sessions like?

Training sessions are led by our Director of Coaching, and supplemented by our professional staff coaches.  The competitive curriculum emphasizes:

• technical training (ball mastery)
• small-sided to goal situations
• possession and finishing games with progression to a 9v9 or 11v11 match

When are the seasons?

Fall training is early Aug - mid Dec.

Spring training is mid Jan - early May

Players will have holiday breaks similar to the school calendars.

What is included?

Dues for the Competitive include a year long program, with seasons in the Fall and Spring, to include professional training 3 nights a week, league games, and at least 2 tournaments over the course of the year. Uniforms are not included.