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The Skill Acquisition Program (SAP) is the official talented player pathway for boys and girls aged 9-12 years of age.

The objective of the Skill Acquisition Program (SAP) nationally is to identify and assemble the most talented Australian 9-13 year old boys and girls in elite programs in order to teach them functional game skills.

There are currently SAP programs underway or beginning in every State and Territory. These programs form the basis of the National Football Curriculum and the agreed elite development pathway.

The Skill Acquisition Program will have a twofold purpose.

1. To deliver the best possible football education for the players.

2. To educate the wider football community in the methodology of coaching in the skill acquisition phase of youth development.

The SAP will include the following composite age groups or 2011 / 2012:

• U9/10 (Born 2003 & 2002) x 18 players per squad 
•  U11/12 (Born 2001 & 2000) x 18 players per squad

Trial Details SAP 2011/2012

• Open Trials Under 9/10: 17th and 18th September
• Confirmation Week: 21st – 23rd September
• Open Trials Under 11/12: 8th and 9th October
• Confirmation Week: 12th – 14th October

Venues will remain similar to current system- Trial and Program locations will be advised upon receipt of Expression of Interest Form