http://www.manutdsoccerschools.com/news The latest news from Manchester United Soccer Schools. 60 /news/2010-10-13-learn-to-play-the-united-way-1/ Bookings are now being taken for 6 weeks of Manchester United Soccer Schools (Saturday mornings, 9-11am) Player Development Sessions at Power League Trafford Soccer Dome on the following dates: 8th November 15th November 22nd November 29th November 6th December 13th December For kids of all abilities aged 6-14, the course syllabus will be based on our Player Development Model with a number of different aspects of the game worked on over the 6 week period. Participants will receive a M Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-learn-to-play-the-united-way-1/ /news/2010-10-13-soccer-schools-down-under-2/ Youngster in Oz benefit from coaching the United way It’s certainly been another busy year for Manchester United Soccer Schools. Over the past 12 months youngsters across the UK, Portugal, South Africa and Dubai have learned to play the United way. Earlier this month it was kids in Australia that got the chance to develop their game in the fun environment of the Soccer Schools. Youngsters from across Oz were given the chance to have Manchester United Soccer Schools come to their c Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-soccer-schools-down-under-2/ /news/2010-10-13-reds-have-a-bright-future-3/ United have an exciting batch of young players according to Sir Alex. Sir Alex Ferguson is delighted with the balance of youth and experience he has in his Reds squad. The United boss signed Dimitar Berbatov in the summer to add some experience to his attack, but the progression of the young players at Old Trafford is pleasing for Sir Alex. “We’ve got a group of young players who are doing very well and showing fantastic potential,” he said. “Rafael, his brother Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-reds-have-a-bright-future-3/ /news/2010-10-13-qa-rio-ferdinand-4/ We grab five minutes with United's star defender Rio Ferdinand We caught up with United’s defensive rock to discuss what it takes to become a pro, what it’s like walking out at OT and what job he’d have if he wasn't a footballer… Q: I’d like to know how you managed to succeed in becoming a professional footballer and what inspired you to play football. A: My inspiration to play football was probably Diego Maradona. He’s the first memory I have of so Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-qa-rio-ferdinand-4/ /news/2010-10-13-introducing-scott-moffatt-5/ Academy defender Scott Moffatt talks about his strengths and how he aims to improve his game… Name: Scott Moffatt Born: Openshaw Age: 17 Position: Right-back Strengths: I’m good defensively, so I’m quite strong and good in the tackle, but I also like to get forward when I can. Ways I can improve: Left foot! I could probably work on that. It’s not too bad, but it could be better. A player at United I admire: Gary Neville. I pla Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-introducing-scott-moffatt-5/ /news/2010-10-13-fletcher-flying-high-6/ Darren Fletcher is in Form and Enjoying Playing Regular Football The Scottish midfielder was limited to just 11 starts for the Reds last season, but he has already started eight games this season. He’s scored twice from midfield and put in some outstanding performances in hte heart of United’s engine room. “It’s great to be playing more often,” he said. “We have a lot of great midfielders and last season games were hard to come by. I got a few injuri Mon, 13 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-fletcher-flying-high-6/ /news/2010-10-13-girls-course-numbers-double-again-7/ The number of girls attending the Manchester United Soccer Schools Residential programme at Denstone College, Staffordshire, more than doubled again during 2008. These courses are becoming a popular choice for individual players and junior girls’ teams alike with the participation of the female form of the game continually rising across the globe. Due to this popularity we have decided to add an extra week of girls’ courses in 2009 as well as incorporating a new programme for 16-1 Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-girls-course-numbers-double-again-7/ /news/2010-10-13-clubs-wanted-8/ Manchester United Soccer Schools are looking for a number of junior football clubs to host Club Development Courses in 2009. Whether you are seeking a mid-season break, or just want to end the season on a high, a Manchester United Soccer Schools Club Development Course is perfect for junior football clubs. This is a incredible opportunity for young players, aged 8-18 years, in your club to learn the Manchester United football philosophy, taking football education and enjoyment to a new level! Fri, 17 Oct 2008 12:00:00 +0100 /news/2010-10-13-clubs-wanted-8/ /news/2010-10-13-world-skills-final-9/ 38 players who won their MUSS course Skills Challenges, from more than 20,000 participants, spent the morning completing skill challenges at United's old training ground, The Cliff, in Salford. Swiss schoolboy Valentino Pugilese recorded the highest score in the contest, which tested dribbling, passing, juggling and lofted passes. All the finalists had a once in a lifetime experience of playing on the pitch at Old Trafford before United's match against Hull City. Norway's John Hou Saeter was sec Fri, 07 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0000 /news/2010-10-13-world-skills-final-9/ /news/2010-10-13-skills-for-life-10/ The annual World Skills Final proved another storming success as 38 kids aged 6-16 from 14 countries around the world competed for the top honour in Manchester.Each Manchester United Soccer Schools course measures players on key skills and techniques from ball control to passing accuracy, awarding points in six disciplines. The highest points scorers are then invited to The Cliff training ground to compete in the World Skills Final to determine the overall winner. The 38 players were greeted by Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:00:00 +0000 /news/2010-10-13-skills-for-life-10/