Hauppauge Soccer is proud to introduce our Player Development Pathway, a comprehensive guide designed to support our players and their families at every stage of the soccer journey. Developed in partnership with VIVA Soccer, this document outlines a clear vision for growth from the earliest stages of development at age 4, all the way through to pre-college prep.
This initiative reflects our club’s ongoing commitment to providing a structured, supportive, and high-quality soccer experience for every athlete who wears the Hauppauge badge.
A Clear Roadmap for Players and Parents
The Player Development Pathway is more than just a list of drills or skills. It’s a thoughtful framework that defines:
Player Development Focus: What players should be concentrating on at each age and stage.
Training Objectives: The key technical, tactical, physical, and mental skills our trainers are working to instill each year.
At-Home Training Tips: Simple, effective activities that players and families can do outside of formal training to reinforce progress and stay motivated.
By clearly laying out expectations and developmental milestones, this resource ensures that coaches, players, and parents are all aligned — working toward the same goals, with a shared understanding of how to get there.
Built for Growth, Year After Year
One of the most exciting aspects of the Player Development Pathway is its year-by-year structure. Each season builds on the last, with age-appropriate focus areas designed to prepare players for the next level. This progression supports both personal and team success, and helps ensure a seamless transition from recreational play to competitive travel soccer — and beyond.
Whether your child is kicking a ball for the first time or preparing for high school and college soccer, this guide offers the direction and clarity needed to thrive.
Download the Full Player Development Pathway
We encourage all families with players in Hauppauge Soccer to download and review the full document. It’s a valuable resource that will help you understand what your child is learning, how they’re growing, and what they can do to keep improving.
At Hauppauge Soccer, we believe in developing great players — and even better people. This pathway is one more step toward that goal, and we’re thrilled to share it with our community.
If you have any questions after reviewing the document, feel free to reach out to your coach or club leadership. Let’s continue working together to build a stronger, smarter, and more connected soccer family.
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