Developmental Soccer

Building Skills.

Growing Confidence.

Creating a love for the game.

Our developmental soccer programs provide a positive, organized environment where young players build strong fundamentals, enjoy meaningful playing experiences, and create a love for the game.

FALL 2026 SEASONS

MLS DEVELOPMENTAL LEAGUE

   

Best For: Families looking for a structured soccer experience led by Yellowhammer Athletics coaches.


Introduces young players to soccer through age appropriate coaching in a fun and encouraging environment. No experience is necessary.

Players participate in one Yellowhammer coach led practice and one game each week. Practices build confidence through individual ball skills, passing, shooting, teamwork, and game play, with new skills introduced as players progress throughout the season.



SEASON INFORMATION

Season Duration:   Sept 1st - Oct 8th

Practice: Tuesdays   6:00 - 7:00

Games: Thursdays   6:00 - 7:00

Ages: K-6th grade


COST/FEES

Regular Pricing:   $175* 

Late Registration:  $195*
      *A processing fee will be added to all registrations.

Cost Includes:  Professional Coach for training/game referee, training jersey, game jersey.

WHAT TO BRING

All players will need appropriate size soccer ball, shin guards, black shorts, and either soccer cleats (recommended) or tennis shoes, Practice or Game Jersey.


SPECIAL REQUESTS

We will do our best to honor special requests; however, accommodations will depend on demand and availability.


PLAYMETRICS APP

Please download the PlayMetrics app to stay up to date with schedules, communications, and important program information throughout the season.


WORLD CUP DEVELOPMENTAL LEAGUE


Best For: Families who enjoy playing with friends, coaching together, and being part of a community focused soccer experience.


A parent coach led program that gives friends the opportunity to play together while continuing to develop their soccer skills in a fun, encouraging environment.

Families are invited to form teams with friends and serve as parent coaches, while individual players are placed on a team so everyone has the opportunity to participate. Yellowhammer Athletics provides practice plans, coaching resources, and ongoing support throughout the season.



SEASON INFORMATION

Season Duration:   Oct 20th - Nov 19th

Practice: Tuesdays   6:00 - 7:00

Games: Thursdays   6:00 - 7:00

Ages: K-6th grade


COST/FEES

Regular Pricing:   $150* 

Late Registration:  $170*
      *A processing fee will be added to all registrations.

Cost Includes:  Professional Coach for training/game referee, training jersey, game jersey.

WHAT TO BRING

All players will need appropriate size soccer ball, shin guards, black shorts, and either soccer cleats (recommended) or tennis shoes, Practice or Game Jersey.


SPECIAL REQUESTS

We will do our best to honor special requests; however, accommodations will depend on demand and availability.


PLAYMETRICS APP

Please download the PlayMetrics app to stay up to date with schedules, communications, and important program information throughout the season.


How We Develop Players

At Yellowhammer Athletics, every practice is designed to help players build confidence while developing strong fundamentals in a fun and encouraging environment.


Each session begins with activities that develop agility, balance, flexibility, and body awareness. Players then build individual ball control through dribbling and trapping while learning to use all surfaces of both feet.


As players demonstrate mastery, they progress to passing, shooting, defending, team movement, and field communication. Every activity is introduced at an age appropriate pace, helping players continue growing while enjoying the game.

U5-U6

Buiding Ball Confidence

  • Using the inside and outside of the foot to dribble
  • Using the sole of the foot 
  • Using the laces 
  • Stopping the ball with the sole/inside of foot 
  • Pull back with sole 
  • Forward push with laces


U7-U8

Building On The Fundamentals

  • Boxes 
  • Toe Taps 
  • Scissors 
  • Step Overs 
  • L Turns 
  • Push Pulls 
  • U Turns 
  • Inside/Outside Cuts


U9-U12

Advanced Ball Mastery

  • Inside Swipes
  • Outside Swipes
  • Outside/Inside Bells 
  • Ronaldo Chops 
  • Zidane 
  • Maradona 
  • Twists
  • Stop and Go Moves 


Yellowhammer Fields


1001 Marler Road

Pike Road, AL 36064


New

PlayMetrics Users

All new users must create an account through PlayMetrics in order to register.

01

CREATE AN ACCOUNT

Click Register and fill out the appropriate information. You will be asked to enter an email address and create a password.

02

VERIFY EMAIL ADDRESS

After verifying your email address, you will be prompted to complete your parent or guardian account.

03

COMPLETE PLAYER INFO

Complete player information for each child you plan to register.

04

SELECT PROGRAM

Based on player information provided, you will be shown a list of programs available to each player