Competitive Development Academy (CDA)

Where passion meets preparation.

North State Soccer’s Competitive Development Academy (CDA) is designed for boys and girls born in 2016 and 2017 who are ready to take the next step in their soccer journey. This year-round program blends top-level, age-appropriate training with a reasonable time and travel commitment, making it the most accessible gateway into competitive soccer in our region.

Our goal is simple: develop confident, skilled, and passionate players—without the burnout of constant travel or high-cost club commitments.

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What Makes CDA Different?

CDA focuses on the foundations that matter most at this age:

• Building strong technical skills

• Improving athletic coordination and motor skills

• Instilling core values like effort, teamwork, responsibility, and commitment

At the heart of every session is the joy of the game. We want players to have fun, make friends, and fall in love with soccer in a supportive, growth-focused environment.

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Program Schedule

The CDA is broken into seasonal sessions that build on one another, but we understand life happens—families can join or pause between sessions as needed.

CDA Sessions 2024–2025:

• Summer: July 14 – August 13 (5 weeks)

• Fall: August 25 – November 6 (11 weeks)

• Winter: January 13 – TBD (5 weeks)

• Spring: March 3 – TBD (11 weeks)

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Weekly Format

• 2x weekly 90-minute training sessions

• Friday Night Intra-Academy Games (9 per season)

• NorCal playdates & matches vs. other clubs

• 1 optional tournament each Fall and Spring

Teams are reshuffled every few weeks to encourage connection and challenge, giving all players a chance to grow by playing alongside different teammates.

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No Tryouts – Just Readiness

There are no tryouts for CDA. Players simply need to:

• Be born in 2016 or 2017

• Be motivated to learn and improve

• Be able to focus and maintain a positive attitude during sessions

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2025/2026 Estimated Fees

We’re committed to keeping CDA affordable and transparent:

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• Registration Fee: $75

• Monthly Tuition: $60/month

• Optional Tournament Fees: $50–$70 each (3–4 per year)

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Registration Includes:
✔ US Club player registration & ID card
✔ NSS membership
✔ Field access for games & practices
✔ Practice uniform set

Payment plans available.
No player will be turned away due to financial hardship—scholarships and fundraising support are available.

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Who’s Coaching?

The CDA is led by the North State Academy Director and supported by a team of licensed competitive coaches and dedicated parent mentors—many of whom will continue with these players into the competitive program as they grow.

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Interested?

If you’re curious about the CDA or want to learn more, don’t hesitate to reach out:
📧 cd_academy@reddingsoccer.com

Come grow with us — the Competitive Development Academy is where soccer dreams begin.