MSA Gunners
MSA Gunners will now be called ERIE FC Gunners. Everything will run exactly the same as previous years, just under the new brand. Click the link below for 2023/2024 Season details and registration.
U5 – U8 Players
Birth Years: 2018 – 2015
MSA Soccer begins with Gunners for players U5, U6, U7, U8. Gunners will serve as an effective bridge into our competitive teams. Our professional staff will provide age-appropriate technical instruction in a training environment featuring exciting games and skill activities.
Typically, Gunners is for players that excel at the recreational level and desire an additional environment that is more competitive with advanced coaching. It is however, open to all players. Players will be divided into training groups based on age, skill level, and soccer experience. Training focuses on the development of individual player skills, which is necessary for success once players move into the competitive team environment at U9 and beyond.
The program follows the school year calendar, with a new season beginning each Fall (typically the last week of August).
We also offer a Gunners Summer Program that runs mid-June through early August.
2022/2023 Season Information
Age Groups / Birth Years
- U5 = 2018 birth year
- U6 = 2017 birth year
- U7 = 2016 birth year
- U8 = 2015 birth year
- Based on the recommendation of the coaching staff, players may play in an older or younger age group if it’s a better fit for the development of the player.
Player Dues
- Player dues are listed below within each age group program.
- You may choose to pay in monthly installments or pay in full for the season.
- 5% discount if paid in full at beginning of the year.
Open Enrollment
- MSA Gunners has open enrollment.
- Players may join or cancel at any time; dues will be adjusted accordingly.
Uniform Fee
- Uniforms are purchased separately via the MSA Team Store.
- After a completed registration, player names will be added to the Team Store. You will receive a link to order the required uniform items directly from soccer.com.
Season
- Start: August 22, 2022
- End: May 27, 2023
- full program is 9-months
Practice Options
- All players will choose one practice option within their age group.
- Players that register for 2 practices per week, will simply choose an additional option.
- After a completed registration, you will receive a link to submit the practice selection.
- Groups or practices may be combined based on registration numbers.
Games
- The U5 group will play games as part of their weekly practice session.
- The U6, U7, U8 groups will play games on Saturdays, typically between 8:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
- Click the link for the Saturday game schedule.
Program Contact
- Brian Holdford
Gunners Director
bholdford@msasoccer.com
Facilities / Locations
- EPS West: main game and practice facility
- EPS Pennbriar: alternate practice facility
- Both indoor facilities have field turf. Sneakers, indoor soccer shoes, or plastic molded outdoor soccer shoes may be worn. No metal cleats.
Player Registration
Please review the details below for each age group / birth year.
U5 Age Group
2018 birth year
Format
- 1 or 2 practices per week (60-min in length)
- The U5 age group will feature a combination of practice and game play into each weekday practice (no Saturday game)
- Game format: 3 v 3 (2 + goalkeeper, or 3 w/o goalkeeper)
Player Dues
- 1 practice per week = $45.00 per month
- 2 practices per week = $75.00 per month
- One month typically consists of 4 (or 8) practices, but can vary during holiday breaks
Practice Options
| Option 1 | Tuesday – 4:45 PM | EPS West |
| Option 2 | Thursday – 5:50 PM | EPS West |
U6 Age Group
2017 birth year
Format
- 1 or 2 practices per week (60-min in length)
- 1 game per week (Saturdays)
- Game format: 4 v 4 (3 + goalkeeper)
Player Dues
- 1 practice per week = $75.00 per month
- 2 practices per week = $95.00 per month
- One month typically consists of 4 (or 8) practices and 4 games, but can vary during holiday breaks
Practice Options
| Option 1 | Monday – 6:30 PM | EPS Pennbriar |
| Option 2 | Tuesday – 4:45 PM | EPS West |
| Option 3 | Wednesday – 5:50 PM | EPS West |
| Option 4 | Thursday – 5:50 PM | EPS West |
U7 Age Group
2016 birth year
Format
- 1 or 2 practices per week (60-min in length)
- 1 game per week (Saturdays)
- Game format: 4 v 4 (3 + goalkeeper)
Player Dues
- 1 practice per week = $75.00 per month
- 2 practices per week = $95.00 per month
- One month typically consists of 4 (or 8) practices and 4 games, but can vary during holiday breaks
Practice Options
| Option 1 | Monday – 6:30 PM | EPS Pennbriar |
| Option 2 | Tuesday – 5:50 PM | EPS West |
| Option 3 | Wednesday – 5:50 PM | EPS West |
| Option 4 | Thursday – 4:45 PM | EPS West |
U8 Age Group
2015 birth year
Format
- 1 or 2 practices per week (60-min in length)
- 1 game per week (Saturdays)
- Game format: 5 v 5 (4 + goalkeeper)
Player Dues
- 1 practice per week = $75.00 per month
- 2 practices per week = $95.00 per month
- One month typically consists of 4 (or 8) practices and 4 games, but can vary during holiday breaks
Practice Options
| Option 1 | Monday – 5:30 PM | EPS Pennbriar |
| Option 2 | Tuesday – 6:55 PM | EPS West |
| Option 3 | Wednesday – 4:45 PM | EPS West |
| Option 4 | Thursday – 6:55 PM | EPS West |