Hammer FC Mission Statement

Hammer FC is a college-preparatory soccer program designed to develop players to their fullest potential by providing the highest level of training and programming in Greater Cincinnati. Through the game, Hammer FC will help each player grow as a person and an individual. Hammer FC will nurture a lifelong passion for the game.

Principles and Values

In accordance with our mission, Hammer FC pledges to uphold the following principles and values.

• Hammer FC pledges to govern all decisions, including player placement and curriculum, by what is best for the individual player development.
• Hammer FC players will be trained by a Technical Staff member two times per week.
• The Club will provide a physically and psychologically safe training and playing environment.
• Hammer FC will be recognized for the good sportsmanship and positive behavior of each player, coach, and parent.
• Hammer FC players and coaches will strive for excellence in all we do.
• Our Club will promote the development of academic standards and good citizenship.
• Hammer FC is committed to the communities in which we live, work and play.
• Hammer FC will provide a 100% paid and professional coaching staff. Our Club will not utilize any parent coaches.
• The Club will support the continued education and development of its coaching staff through financial and scheduling support.
• The Club will encourage and support participation in State and Regional ODP teams. 

Goals

In order to accomplish our mission, and in accordance with our principles and values, Hammer FC sets forth the following goals. 

• The Club will support (per gender) up to four teams at the 6 v 6 age groups, three teams at the 8 v 8 age groups and up to 2 teams in the 11 v 11 age groups.
• The Club endeavors to keep all committed players within the program.
• While placing player development above winning, the expectation is that our Premier Level teams will be competitive in the most competitive competitions, including State Cup and beyond.
• The Club’s goal is to have every player in the club successfully participate in high school soccer.
• The Club’s goal is that the majority of its premier level U18 athletes receive college scholarship placement in some form to play college soccer.