BCSA Select Program: Selected to Rise. Trained to Lead.

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BCSA Select Program: Selected to Rise. Trained to Lead.

The BCSA Select Program unites the top youth soccer talent from across our rural district, providing a pathway for players who are ready to challenge themselves, grow as athletes, and represent their communities with pride.

This isn’t just another soccer team — it’s a commitment to excellence, integrity, and leadership. Players are chosen not only for their skills, but for their attitude, effort, and potential to grow into leaders on and off the field.

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What Is the Select Program?

The Select Program gives players the opportunity to train and compete at a higher level while maintaining their connection to their home clubs.
Through advanced coaching, high-level competition, and mentorship, players develop the technical, tactical, physical, and mental tools they need to thrive in soccer — and in life.

Our goal is simple:
Build better players. Build better people. Build a stronger rural soccer community.

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Our Vision

To unite and elevate the top youth soccer talent across our district by creating a development-focused, community-connected program that inspires confidence, teamwork, and leadership.
Built from the grassroots — ready for the next level.

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Our Culture

The BCSA Select Program is grounded in respect, effort, and pride.
We believe that hard work is expected, teamwork comes first, and mistakes are part of learning.
Players are expected to lead with integrity, compete with humility, and represent their communities with pride.

Our culture is built on:

• Integrity — Doing the right thing, even when no one’s watching.

• Commitment — Showing up prepared, focused, and ready to grow.

• Unity — Working together across rural boundaries to raise the level of play in Big Country.

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Player Development

Training follows the Canada Soccer Four-Corner Development Model, ensuring that each player grows as a complete athlete and person:

• Technical & Tactical - Skill mastery and smart decision-making

• Physical - Strength, agility, and endurance

• Psychological - Confidence, focus, and resilience

• Social & Emotional - Teamwork, leadership, and respect

The focus isn’t just on winning games — it’s about developing lifelong learners and leaders.

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Competition & Growth Opportunities

Select teams participate in local and provincial tournaments, exposing players to new levels of competition and challenge.
As the program evolves, opportunities for inter-district showcases and even international tournaments may arise — giving players unforgettable experiences and the chance to shine beyond their home turf.

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Commitment & Support

Players and families who join the Select Program commit to consistent attendance, effort, and communication.
BCSA supports this commitment by offering structured training, clear communication, and guidance through every stage of development.

To keep the program accessible, sponsorships and community partnerships help offset costs and ensure every qualified player can participate — because talent should never be limited by circumstance.

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How to Get Involved

Players:
Apply online when tryouts open, attend all evaluation sessions, and bring your best every time you step on the field.

Parents:
Support your player, encourage their growth, and consider volunteering as a team manager, tournament coordinator, or fundraising leader.

Coaches:
Join our network of passionate mentors who want to guide the next generation of players in rural Alberta.

Together, we’re building something special — a rural pathway to excellence that celebrates our roots while opening doors to the future.

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Contact Us

For more information or to get involved, visit www.bigcountrysa.com or email bigcountrysa23@gmail.com

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Uniting Talent. Building Champions.
Because when rural soccer rises — we all rise.

BCSA Select Program Guide