2026-2027 U8-U12 Season

Tryout-Based Competitive Travel Soccer

All players must register and attend a tryout for team placement. The program includes full Fall, Winter, and Spring training cycles with league play and tournament experience for eligible age groups.

• Winter Season: December – February (10–12 weeks), includes 18–20 indoor training sessions
• Registration Fee: Due at time of commitment. Covers referee fees, league fees, field rental, and maintenance
• Outdoor Fields: Knights of Columbus (Township of Washington)
• Indoor Training: The Football Factory – 85 W. Madison Ave, Dumont (additional locations may be added)

Competitive, Player-Centered Development

Football Factory Athletic Club offers a competitive, team-based program for boys U8–U12, with multiple skill-level teams within each age group. Players try out annually and are placed on the team best suited to their level.

FFAC teams compete in the Northern Counties Soccer Association (NCSA).

Our goal is to create an environment where players can grow their skills, develop a love for the game, and most importantly — have fun.

Training covers all aspects of player development: technical and tactical skills, physical conditioning, and decision-making. Sessions are age-specific and structured to match each player’s stage of development.

Our mission is to promote the game of soccer through engaging programs that emphasize learning, enjoyment, and sportsmanship. We are committed to developing competitive teams and helping players improve both on and off the field.

Join the FFAC Travel Team

Football Factory Athletic Club holds player tryouts each spring for the upcoming Fall–Winter–Spring season. All interested players must attend tryouts to be considered for placement.

Players are evaluated on a variety of factors including athletic ability, speed, coordination, soccer aptitude, field awareness, and attitude. Team offers are based on ability, and selected players will remain with their assigned team throughout the entire season cycle.

While tryouts do not guarantee placement, FFAC works to find spots for as many qualified players as possible. Offers are sent via email shortly after tryouts. Families have 48 hours to accept or decline their offer.

Once a spot is accepted and registration is paid, fees are non-refundable.

Fall 2026–Spring 2027

Teams are organized by birthdate

The number of players on the field, and the size of the field, increases at each age level.

• U8 (Birthday: Aug. 1, 2018–July 31, 2019) 4v4 or 7v7
• U9 (Birthday: Aug. 1, 2017–July 31, 2018) 7v7
• U10 (Birthday: Aug. 1, 2016–July 31, 2017) 7v7
• U11 (Birthday: Aug. 1, 2015–July 31, 2016) 9v9
• U12 (Birthday: Aug. 1, 2014–July 31, 2015) 9v9

Commitment On and Off the Field

Dual Carding: FFAC must be each player’s primary soccer commitment. While dual carding or playing a second sport is permitted, we expect all players to attend every scheduled practice and game. Conflicts with other teams or sports may affect playing time. Excessive absences may result in removal from the team.

Financial Commitment: Registration fees are non-refundable once the season begins. No discounts are given for missed practices or games.

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