Winter Training Phase 3
February 21, 2026 - April 2, 2026
Age Groups
Ages U7-U18
Training Plan:
Phase #3 will focus on preparing players for the upcoming season through game-like situations and tactical scenarios.
This phase will emphasize:
- Positional Play—a core principle in modern soccer. Players will work on refining their
spatial awareness,
timing
- Problem-solving and decision-making, gaining the ability to exploit weaknesses in the opposition side
- Learn the principles of play
throughout small side of games.
- Conditioned small side game to help get the players ready for the pre-season training with their own team.
Throughout the six-week training period, players will engage in a variety of drills and activities, from simple to complex, designed to enhance their footwork, coordination, agility, speed, and passing patterns. This training helps in creating a collective mindset essential for success on the field.
Venues
- U7-8: Ignition Fitness (1960 Commerce Drive, North Mankato)
- U9-18: MSU Dome (Mavericks All Sports Dome, 1910 Monks Avenue, Mankato)
- Goal Keepers: MSU Dome (Mavericks All Sports Dome, 1910 Monks Avenue, Mankato)
Questions:
Contact the Director of Coaching, Hisham Sorour.
- Call: 612-800-2844
- Email: coaching@mankatounited.org
Sessions are designed and delivered by Hisham Sorour, MUSC director of coaching, and the MUSC coaching staff.
Fundamental Stage (U7-U8) - Saturdays
Cost: $140
Location: Ignition Fitness, 1960 Commerce Drive, North Mankato
U7-U8: 9-10 am (boys and girls)
Feb 21,28
March 7,14,21,28
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Foundation Stage ( soccer school U9-U12) - Mondays
Cost: $160
Location: MSU Sports Dome - 1910 Monks Ave, Mankato
U9-U12: 5:15 - 6:15pm (boys and girls)
Feb 23
March 2,9,16, 23, 30
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Academy Development Stage (U13-U18) - Tuesdays
Cost: $160
Location: MSU Sports Dome - 1910 Monks Ave, Mankato
U13-U19: 5:15 - 6:15- 7:15 pm (boys and girls)
Feb 24
March 3,10,17,24, 31
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Position-specific training program (U13-U18) - Thursdays
Cost: $160
Location: MSU Sports Dome - 1910 Monks Ave, Mankato
U13-U18: 5:15 - 6:15- 7:15 pm (boys and girls)
Feb 26
March 5, 12,19,26
April 2nd
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Goalkeepers Camp (U9-U12) - Mondays
Cost: $160
Location: MSU Sports Dome - 1910 Monks Ave, Mankato
U9-U12: 5:15 - 6:15 pm (boys and girls)
Feb 23
March 2,9,16, 23, 30
April 2
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Goalkeepers Camp (U13-U18) - Mondays
Cost: $160
Location: MSU Sports Dome - 1910 Monks Ave, Mankato
U13-U18: 6:15 - 7:15 (boys and girls)
Feb 23
March 2,9,16, 23, 30
Space is limited, so please register early.
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Individual Training (one-on-one)
Even though soccer is a team sport, individual training can be beneficial to players looking to improve their performance during the game. We aim to design a unique one-hour, intense, yet fun personalized program for each player's need, plus offering 1 on 1 personal evaluation.
Please contact Hisham Sorour at 612-800-2844 for more details and to arrange days and times.
Contact for price.
Whether your child is a rising star or a seasoned player, Phase #3 will provide the tools they need to elevate their game and prepare for a successful season ahead.
We are excited to continue this journey with you and look forward to seeing your players thrive in this final phase
Register now and take your game to the next level!