Frequently Asked Questions:


1. What is AFC Rochester Academy, and how is it the same/ different from team soccer?

AFC Rochester Academy is a player training pool primarily focusing on individual development. Team play is an option for those in U8 & U9 but not the focus. Tournament teams will be set by interest / sign-ups. League team rosters will be set in the Spring. 

-If you are already on a team can you still just do the training? Yes. 

- If you want to be on a team, will this become one? Also Yes. 

2. Who is this program for?

The AFC Rochester Academy is for motivated players. Players evaluated on 3 questions:     

Did you listen? Did you work hard? Did you have fun?

3. What is the time commitment?

You do not need to be a soccer committed family and no one is expected to attend every session. As long as your player can answer yes to the questions in #2!

4. Are there tryouts?

No, The Juniors program is open to everyone. Pre-Select players can join in and if after a few weeks it works for everyone they are invited to stay.

5. How much travel is involved?

Minimal / None for those who don’t want to. Team games and scrimmages are optional additions. League play and events are in Monroe County. One optional single weekend event will be offered in Buffalo or Syracuse. 

6. Can my child still play other sports?

100%

7. What’s the next step if we are interested?

Submit an interest form. Our staff will follow up with details and recommendations.