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Camps and Clinics: Mark Simpson Goalkeeper Camps

Leagues: U8 Academy League in Sterling, Little Kicks League for U6 and U7

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D.C. United will face Harbour View FC (Jamaica) in its first round match- up of the annual CONCACAF Cup. Every match-up but the final features a home and away, two-game series, with the team playing home second considered to have the advantage. Should United advance to the finals of the tournament, it would enjoy home field advantage throughout. The tournament's quarterfinal series will begin mid-March, with United traveling to Jamaica for the first leg March 11-13 and the second leg taking place at home March 18-20. The winner of the series will advance to face either Pachuca (Mexico) or Motagua (Honduras) in the semifinal round.
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=== Camps and Clinics ===

> Mark Simpson Goalkeeper Camps
Mark Simpson will be conducting a five-week Goalkeeper camp this winter in South Riding, VA. It doesn't get any better than Mark Simpson, 3-time MLS Cup winner with D.C. United, as well as their current Goalkeepers Coach. Mark is quite simply one of the best goalkeeper coaches in the USA, at the top of his game. This is a can't miss for any aspiring Keeper.
South Riding: Wednesdays 5:30-7:00 p.m., 5 weeks, starting Jan. 2
Learn more or sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy

> Travel Training and Conditioning
For U9s through U11s. Boys and girls. Improve soccer skills while staying in shape during this fitness oriented program. Program consists of six, 1.5 hour training sessions for young boys and girls already playing travel soccer. The progam teaches techncial skills for dribbling, passing, receiving, and shooting, but does so with fitness at the core of each activity. A great way to stay sharp, improve skills, and learning the rewards associated with hard work. Mondays from 7:00-8:30 p.m. in Sterling, VA. Classes begin Monday, January 7th. Learn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy


=== Leagues ===

> U8 Academy League in Sterling
For players in the middle of their U8 year, but interested in playing travel at U9. Teams will consist of 6 player each, with 4v4 real indoor games under guidance of professional trainers. Teams welcome, just sign up as individuals and we'll coordinate player placements prior to the league. Saturdays, 10 minute warm ups, 10-minute quarters. 6 weeks, starting Jan. 5. $145, includes t-shirt. Learn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy

> Little Kicks League for U6-U7 Boys and Girls
This is more like your outdoor Fall and Spring leagues, only indoor and with professinoal trainers and game supervision to emphasize proper technique. Teams will consist of 6 player each, with 4v4 real games. Saturdays, 1 hour training & games, 6 weeks, starting Jan. 5. $135, includes t-shirtLearn more and sign up today at www.fcvirginia.com/academy


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