fall shooting stars

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First Day of Shooting Stars: Wednesday, August 21st

Fall 2024 Duration: August 21st - October 30th

 

Schedule: 

Mondays or Wednesdays - Practice 5-6

Saturdays - Games 9-10 am - Martin Murphy

 

Program Information:

Open to girls and boys ages 4, 5, 6, and 7 years old

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Shooting Stars Academy Director: 

MVLA San Jose coach Aliyah Jones has been coaching players of all ages for 6 years. Aliyah’s background includes Division 1 collegiate experience at San José State University that featured two championships as a player and 1 as the Director of Operations for the women’s soccer program. Aliyah was a captain and player for Oakland Soul’s first inaugural season.  Aliyah has been with MVLA San Jose since the beginning of 2024. In addition to her duties as the Shooting Stars Program Director, Aliyah is also the head coach of MVLA’s 2012 girls program and is the Director of Camps and Clinics for the program. 

 

What is the philosophy of Shooting Stars? 

Our ball mastery sessions use skill-based games to promote individual time on the ball and real PASSION for playing soccer.​​​

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What do I wear? 

Wearing cleats and shinguards under soccer socks is encouraged.

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What are the Program Hours?

(Fall, Winter, Spring) See the updated Shooting Stars schedule listed in the section below. 

Play Dates are offered on Saturday mornings giving players the option to play small-sided games to show their skills and score a ton of goals. During the Fall and Spring seasons, Saturday Play Dates are offered every Saturday for the duration of the fall and spring programs. During the Winter season, there are only two Saturday Play Dates scheduled.

 

Is financial assistance available for this program?

MVLA provides a need-based financial assistance program. 

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*It is recommended that players bring water. They are also welcome to bring a ball, but there will be plenty of balls provided at the field.

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Locations:

 The Park San Jose and Martin Murphy Middle School

Shooting Stars Academy Refund Policy: 

We understand that plans can change, but in order to be fair to all players and staff, please review our Refund Policy.

TIME:

• Training time: Wednesdays 5:00pm - 6:00pm

• Saturday matches: 9:00am - 10:00am 

Cost:

$300 if you register on or before (August 15th)
$350 if you register on or after (August 16th)

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Note: If there are canceled sessions, makeup sessions will be held at a later date and you will be notified.

 

I have more questions about registration, who should I contact?

For more information please contact Aliyah Jones

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Our 10-week Fall 2024 Shooting Stars Academy registration is now open! 

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