Club Philosophy

As a proud supporter of the Canadian Soccer Association’s (CSA) LTPD: Wellness to World Cup (long term player development), designed to provide players of ALL skill levels an opportunity to learn, grow and develop at their own individual pace, Abbotsford Soccer Association underpins its many development programs with the following philosophies:

Playing Philosophy

All Abbotsford Soccer Association teams will strive to produce exciting, attacking soccer, based on a possession philosophy. We will apply a good work ethic and have the Physical and Psychological determination to apply the correct Technical skills and Tactical play(s), in all areas of the field.

Training Philosophy

Simply put, Long Term Player Development (LTPD) is a framework to maximize a player’s potential and long term involvement in sport over the course of their life. Abbotsford Soccer Association sets out a vision that takes advantage of the history and culture of the game to increase participation and to lay the foundations of success long into the future.

ASA Game Model

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ASA Player Development Pathway

Performance Pathway