Saskatchewan Prospects Academy

• Only a limited number of players will be invited to participate
• Supplemental club training for advanced players in a professional club environment
• Participants follow a Whitecaps FC age specific curriculum that includes technical development, strength and conditioning, and sport nutrition, supported by assessments and evaluations
• All sessions developed by Whitecaps FC staff and delivered by Whitecaps FC Saskatchewan regional head coach Bryce Chapman
• Visits from Whitecaps FC Vancouver based coaching staff
• One Major League Soccer (MLS) or Showcase weekend in Vancouver with Residency staff and the opportunity to watch a Whitecaps FC MLS match
• Connected to Whitecaps FC's Academy Centre network to provide greater exposure and opportunities

Spring 2013

U-10 (2004/2003) and U-12 (2002/2001) Prospects Programs

• 14 week program from April to July
• 16 to 20 players selected per training group
• Total of 20 sessions, 90 minutes each
• Training twice a week on Saturdays and Sundays

Key dates:

• April 13 - first session at Sasktel Soccer Center
• April 21 - visit from Whitecaps FC Vancouver staff
• June 1 - first session at University fields
• July 7 - last session

Fall 2013/2014

U-10 (2004/2003) and U-12 (2002/2001) Prospects Programs

• 8 month program
• September to July 1, breaks in December and March
• Two 90 minute sessions per week, totalling 32 sessions

U-14 (2000/1999), U-16 (1998/1997), and U-18 (1996/1995) Prospects Programs

• 10 month program
• September to October (weekend sessions only), November to July (4 sessions per week)
• 39 weeks with breaks in December, February school break,  and Easter
• Travel weekend: Whitecaps FC College Showcase in Vancouver (2014)

Training sessions will take place at Sasktel Centre and the University of Saskatchewan.

Evaluation details to be announced.

Selected players will be asked to commit to the complete program and the following payment details.

Spring 2013 Program

Fees: Two payments of $250

• Payment 1 - $250 + GST due upon registration
• Payment 2 - $250 + GST due June 2

Payment notes:

Fees include: All event entry fees, coaching fee, and field fees.
Fees do not include:

• Travel weekend: Transportation, accomodation, meals, Whitecaps FC ticket if applicable
• Whitecaps FC equipment: Required one-time fee. Training kit includes top, shorts, socks and track suit - $140 +GST. To view sizing information, click here.

Payment Policies

• NSF cheques are subject to a $20 administration fee
• Refunds are only issued for medical reasons with a doctor's note
• Approved refunds include prorating the registration fee less a non-refundable $25 administration fee
• Staff reserves the right to refund registration fees if, at any time, the program is deemed not suitable

All sessions are developed by Whitecaps FC professional coaching staff and delivered by Whitecaps FC Saskatchewan regional head coach Bryce Chapman, with regular visits from Whitecaps FC Vancouver based coaches.

Bryce Chapman

• Head Coach University of Saskatchewan Huskie Men's Soccer Team - entering ninth season
• Former Assistant Coach University of Saskatchewan Huskie Women's Soccer Team
• Former Saskatoon Youth Soccer Technical Director
• Academy Director of HUSA for seven years
• National B Coaching License
• NSCAA Advanced National Diploma
• 2007 Canada West Coach of the Year
• 2006 and 2010 Saskatchewan Senior Coach of the Year