Kings Hammer Unveils Enhanced Player Pathway for 2025/2026 Season

Kings Hammer is thrilled to introduce an enhanced player pathway for the 2025/2026 season, designed to provide every athlete with a clear, transparent, and elevated experience. Our commitment to player development includes an all-inclusive pricing structure and licensed professional coaches for every team. Below, you’ll find an overview of the player pathway, along with a link to a PDF detailing each program. 

To walk you through these exciting updates, we’re hosting a virtual town hall on Tuesday, March 25th. Join us to learn more about the new pathway and get your questions answered!

Virtual Town Hall Meetings:

• Cincinnati + NKY – 6-7:15pm  https://zoom.us/j/96136581632
• Greater Cincinnati (Elite) – 7:30-8:45pm  https://zoom.us/j/98342728789 

Save the Dates! Tryouts will be held:

• U7 (2019) – U12 (2014): May 12th – 15th
• U13 (2013) – U19 (2007): May 1st – 8th

Stay tuned—additional information on tryouts, registration, program pricing, and coaching staff will be announced soon!

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Click here to view the 2025/2026 Program Offerings

Juniors U7(2019)-U9(2017) – The Juniors Program serves as the foundation of our player development pathway. At the beginning of their soccer journey, we aim to instill a love of the sport and provide players the opportunity to develop and improve their skills in a supportive setting. Our tailored coaching and engaging activities ensure that every child enjoys a fun-filled experience while learning the fundamental aspects of the game.

Pre-Academy Tier 1 & 2*: U10(2016)-U12(2014) – Our Pre-Academy Program aims to nurture a passion for soccer while accommodating players who participate in multiple sports. With its flexible schedule, players can balance other commitments outside the game. The program features a comprehensive curriculum focusing on fundamental skill development and emphasizes enjoyment and camaraderie within the team, making soccer both fun and rewarding.

Pre-Elite U10(2016)-U12(2014) – Pre-Elite is our soccer development program for promising young players that aims to provide a high-quality competitive experience for players to develop their skills and prepare to progress to the next level of competition.

Academy Tier 1 & 2*: U13(2013)-U19(2007) – The Academy Program provides high-level coaching, facilities, and competition to its players and teams. Kings Hammer Academy has produced players that have gone on and played at the state, regional, national, collegiate, and professional levels.

Elite Tier 1 & 2*: U13(2013)-U19(2007) – The Kings Hammer Elite Program offers one of the most advanced developmental environments in the nation, combining elite-level coaching, first-rate facilities, and top-notch competition. Our teams compete at the highest levels providing several opportunities to showcase their abilities throughout the year, including valuable exposure to collegiate and US Soccer Developmental Staff through our showcases and elite level events.

*Tier 1 vs Tier 2: Tier 2 is less time commitment, more localized travel, and a lower price point