SHADOW JUNIORS PROGRAM 2026-27 INFORMATION

SJP ACADEMY AGE REALIGNMENT SESSIONS

Free-play sessions for players to come out and experience the energy of the SJP Academy environment. Our staff uses these dates to observe a players' willingness to compete and engage with others.

Boys & Girls
May 7 & 14 - Spokane Polo Fields
U9: 5:15
U10: 6:30

SJP ACADEMY U9 & U10 PLACEMENT DAYS

SJP Academy Girls U9/10
May 18 & 19 - 4:45-6:15

SJP Academy Boys U9/10
May 18 & 19 - 6:30-8:00

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SJP FOUNDATIONS U9 & U10 IDENTIFICATION DAYS

Tue, May 26 - Southeast Complex (South)
Wed, May 27 - The Hub (Valley)
Thur, May 28 - Dwight Merkel (North)
Girls - 6:45-7:45

Tue, May 26 - Southeast Complex (South)
Wed, May 27 - The Hub (Valley)
Thur, May 28 - Dwight Merkel (North)
Boys - 5:30-6:30

REGISTER HERE [+]

Shadow Junior Program Director: 

Ben Atkinson  - BenA@spokanesc.org

Shadow Juniors Program (U8, U9, U10)

Director: Ben Atkinson (bena@spokanesc.org)

SJP Foundations

A community centered grassroots program where players are intentionally placed in the environment that best supports their growth, with a focus on building confidence, fundamental skills, and a love for the game.

+ Twice-weekly training in Fall and Spring
+ Regional training locations
+ Grassroots curriculum centered on engaging play and foundational development
+ Program Director oversight and coach support throughout the season
- Structured Fall and Spring play
- Cost: Registration Fee ($495) + Uniforms
* All tournaments or out-of-season training are additional fees

SJP Academy

An environment for players that are ready for a higher level of structure and technical challenge. With placement days used to match players to the environment that best supports their development and enjoyment of the game.

+ Twice-weekly training in Summer, Fall and Spring
+ Training at Polo Fields
+ Curriculum designed to support a higher level of structure and technical development
+ Weekly Program Director involvement to support coaches and team development
- Structured Fall and Spring competition
- Goalkeeper Training included for eligible players
- Cost: Registration Fee ($995) + Uniforms
* All tournaments or out-of-season training are additional fees*