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Valeo Futures Program | Valeo Futbol Club
Now Forming — U9 to U12

VALEO FUTURES PROGRAM

The Development Pathway to Pre‑MLS Next & MLS Next

"Developing Tomorrow's Elite Players"

20+
Years
U9–U12
Ages
3–4×
Per Week
3v3→5v5
Format
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Valeo young players in action

About the Program

WHAT IS VALEO FUTURES?

A high-development bridge between Club Advanced and Pre-MLS NEXT — built for players who show the work ethic, technical promise, and long-term elite potential to reach the very top.

  • 💪
    Work Ethic & CoachabilityPlayers who show up every session, give maximum effort, and absorb coaching like a sponge.
  • 🎯
    Technical PromiseRaw ability and speed of learning that signals elite-level potential — not just current level.
  • 🌟
    Long-Term Elite PotentialThe intangibles — mentality, hunger, and character — that point toward a professional or collegiate future.

"Identify Potential. Develop Intentionally. Promote When Ready."

Valeo players in 1v1 duel
THE BEST PLAYERS DON'T JUST RUN FAST —
THEY THINK FAST
— Valeo Futbol Club Development Philosophy

Player Development

THE PATHWAY

Every elite player follows a structured progression. Valeo Futures sits at the critical bridge — the moment where raw potential meets elite preparation.

5
MLS Next
U13 – U19  ·  National Competition
The pinnacle of US youth soccer. Full MLS ecosystem.
4
Pre-MLS Next
U11 – U13  ·  Elite Regional
High-level competitive bridge into the MLS ecosystem.
3
★ Valeo Futures
U9 – U12  ·  You Are Here
The elite development bridge. Intensive technical training, game intelligence, and athletic development 3–4× per week.
2
Club Advanced
U8 – U12  ·  Club Level
Structured club-level competitive training environment.
1
Jr Academy
U6 – U8  ·  Foundation
First touch, fun, and fundamental skills. Entry to the Valeo system.
Young Valeo player developing skills
The Bridge Program
High Development  ·  Ages U9–U12  ·  2015–2018

Core Training

WHAT WE TRAIN

🎯
Elite Technical Development
Hundreds of ball touches per session. First touch under pressure, 1v1 mastery, passing accuracy, and striking technique built through relentless repetition.
Ball Mastery1v1First TouchStriking
🧠
Soccer Intelligence
Vision, spatial awareness, decision-making under pressure, and pattern recognition — because the game is won in the mind before it's won on the pitch.
VisionDecisionsMovementPatterns
⚡
Athletic Development
The Valeo Ironman Philosophy. Acceleration, speed mechanics, agility, balance, and coordination — an age-appropriate athletic foundation for elite performance.
SpeedAgilityBalanceCoordination
🔁
High Repetition Games
3v3, 4v4, 5v5 small-sided formats maximise touches, decision frequency, and competitive intensity. Every minute of training counts.
3v34v45v5Tactical
Valeo vs MLS Next teams in action
TRAINED HERE.
PLAYING THERE.
Valeo alumni competing at Pre-MLS Next & MLS Next level

Weekly Training

THE SCHEDULE

3 to 4 high-intensity sessions per week, each with a precise focus and maximum meaningful repetitions.

MON
Elite Technical Development
Ball mastery · 1v1 · First touch under pressure · Passing & striking
WED
Speed, Agility & Athletic
Valeo Ironman · Acceleration · Footwork · Coordination drills
FRI
Small-Sided Tactical Games
3v3 · 4v4 · 5v5 · Game-based learning · Tactical decisions
SAT*
Optional Competitive Scrimmage
Full match vs external teams · Competitive environment · Optional
3–4×
Sessions Per Week
U9–U12
Age Groups Served
3v3
To 5v5 Game Format
100s
Of Touches Per Session

Track Record

THE VALEO DIFFERENCE

20+
Years Elite Development
US
Youth National Team Players
PRO
Professional Players Produced
100s
Collegiate Athletes Placed
Valeo FC competing at the highest level

For nearly two decades, Valeo Futbol Club has developed elite players, outstanding citizens, and leaders. Valeo Futures keeps high-potential athletes in an elite environment while they build toward Pre-MLS NEXT and beyond.

Player Assessment

HOW WE EVALUATE

Players receive multiple evaluations per year. Promotion is earned through demonstrated progress across all four dimensions — never by age alone.

⚽
Technical
  • Ball mastery & first touch
  • Passing quality & range
  • 1v1 attacking & defending
  • Striking technique
🧩
Tactical
  • Spatial awareness
  • Decision making
  • Off-ball movement
  • Game reading
🏃
Physical
  • Speed & acceleration
  • Agility & balance
  • Coordination
  • Athletic endurance
💪
Character
  • Work ethic & effort
  • Coachability
  • Focus & resilience
  • Team attitude
Valeo player in intense 1v1 evaluation duel
Promotion Criteria

Performance · Progress · Commitment
Multiple evaluations per year — earn your path forward.

Is This Right for Your Player?

WHO IS THIS FOR?

🌱
Late Bloomers
Developing at their own pace — ceiling still way ahead. Not ready for Pre-MLS NEXT yet, but the signs are all there.
⚡
Emerging Talents
Displaying early elite signs across technical and physical dimensions. Needs the right environment to accelerate.
🏃
Athletic Prospects
Strong physical profiles — speed, power, coordination — with a high development ceiling waiting to be unlocked.
🎯
High Commitment
Players and families fully committed to reaching the highest possible level of the game. No half measures.
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JOIN VALEO FUTURES TODAY

Players are identified through club evaluations or coach recommendations. Elite training, elite pathway, elite results.

Ages U9–U12 Birth Years 2015–2018 Limited Spots Greater Boston
Register at valeofc.com
www.valeofc.com
Entry Requirements
Identified via club evaluation or coach/director referral. Must demonstrate work ethic and commitment to elite development.
Age Groups
U9 · U10 · U11 · U12
Birth Years 2018 · 2017 · 2016 · 2015
Training Frequency
3 to 4 sessions per week — Mon, Wed, Fri + optional Saturday scrimmage.
Promotion Path
Train with Pre-MLS NEXT teams · Participate in select tournaments · Be promoted into Pre-MLS NEXT squads based on performance.