Mission
OUR MISSION
At Canterbury Football Club, our mission is clear: To provide young soccer enthusiasts with the opportunity to learn, play, and excel in the sport they love. We aim to cultivate not only their soccer abilities but also their character, discipline, and teamwork. Our commitment to developing well-rounded athletes goes hand in hand with our dedication to promoting a lifelong passion for soccer.
GET TO KNOW US
Player-Centered Development
We prioritize the growth and development of every player, regardless of their current skill level. Our experienced coaches focus on honing skills, tactical understanding, and physical fitness while nurturing a love for the game. We believe that the key to success is not only in winning matches but also in instilling values that players can carry with them throughout their lives.
Affiliation with Indy Eleven
As an official affiliate of Indy Eleven, we are proud to be part of one of the most respected and successful soccer organizations in the region. This partnership allows us to connect our young players to a higher level of soccer experience, expertise, and inspiration. Our affiliation with Indy Eleven opens doors for aspiring talents to explore new opportunities and dream of reaching the highest levels of the sport.
Wellness Initiative
CFC (Canterbury Football Club) stands out as a Wellness initiative, fostering a unique environment that prioritizes the holistic development of student athletes. By emphasizing family dinners, respecting religious and family traditions, and promoting academic and artistic pursuits alongside soccer, CFC cultivates a supportive community where values like teamwork, respect, and gentlemanly conduct are celebrated. With a winning record and a focus on character development, CFC sets a compelling example of how soccer can be a vehicle for personal growth and success both on and off the field.
Values and Principles
The Canterbury Football Club (CFC) sets the following values and principles apart and makes them a part of the fabric of the team:
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1- Excellence:
The Canterbury Football Club is about Excellence. CFC athletes refuse to settle for second best in every arena. It’s about understanding that teamwork, on and off the field, is the only way to get that done.
2- Winning:
The Canterbury Football Club is about winning today, and winning in 30 years, and what it takes to do both.
3- Teamwork:
The Canterbury Football Club is about Teamwork. It is about understanding that every player adds value. It’s about knowing that teams will always be stronger than individuals.
4- Character:
The Canterbury Football Club breeds gentlemen. It’s about soccer the way it should be played: by gentleman, for gentleman, amongst gentlemen.
5- Family:
Great athletes make time for family. Strong families fuel strong teams.
6- Friends:
Great athletes make time for friends. Great friendships are a source of strength.
7- Academics:
Great soccer players make time for academics. They know that soccer is a game of strategy, like life. They plan, and they prepare.
8- Balance:
Great soccer players are Artists, Athletes, and Scholars. Victory across the board is a virtuous cycle. Both on and off the field, our players practice balance.
9- Sleep:
Great soccer players get the right amount of sleep. They know that sleep is a source of strength, the body fuels the mind, and the body needs rest.
10- Nutrition:
Great soccer players focus on nutrition. Solid nutrition makes them faster, stronger, and smarter.
11- Discipline:
Canterbury footballers know excellence takes discipline. They do the hard work first.
12- Gratitude:
CFC Footballers know it is an honor to be a member of CFC and to be a student at Canterbury. They thank their personal God for that honor. Their glass is half-full. They live life with a full heart.