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2007 Santa Clara Sporting Boys Under 10 Team Guidelines

Santa Clara Sporting Boys Under 11 soccer team will be commencing the 2007 season the January.  Players who are selected for this team will be required to make a year round commitment to the program.  The team’s goal this year is to once again be recognized as an elite team in Northern California that strives to seek and develop top-notch talent while continuously competes at the highest levels possible.  The coaching staff has recognized that in order to maintain this standard of excellence it takes a combined effort on the part of all players, coaches, administrators and parents.

Below are some responsibilities and guidelines for families and players who chose to participate this season:

  1. Tournaments: 
    1. Every player will be expected to participate in all scheduled tournaments.  Tournaments will commence in July and continue through January 2008 (State Cup).  Each month the team will compete in at least one tournament. 
    2. All players will be expected to participate in a tournament Thanksgiving weekend in San Diego, CA.
    3. All players will be responsible for tournament fees.  These fees will be minimal since Sporting Club pays for 5 tournaments per year.
    4. Players will be responsible for contributing for all coaches travel expenses for tournaments (transportation, hotel and meals). 
    5. All players will be responsible for obtaining transportation and lodging for all out of town tournaments.  Players will not be allowed to stay in coach’s rooms.
    6. Parents will be responsible for supervision for his/her child at all tournaments.

 

  1. Fees:
    1. Bingo -  All families will be responsible for volunteering at the Santa Clara Sporting Club Bingo Hall at least 3 times per year.
      1. Each family will be required to pay $150 at the beginning of the season.  Each time the family member fulfills his/her responsibility they will be refunded $50.
      2. If the family chooses to buy out, Sporting will use a portion of the $150 to pay a volunteer.
    2. Sweat Suits – Each player will be required to purchase a sweat suit through Sporting Club.
  1. Game Day
    1. All players should arrive 45 minutes prior to kick-off.
    2. Warm-Up’s will start 30 minutes prior to kick-off.  Players who are not ready at the time of warm-up will not start.
    3. Players should bring both uniforms to all games.   If a player does not have his alternative uniform, he will not be eligible to play.
    4. All players should bring all necessary equipment to every game.
    5. All players should bring plenty of water or sports drink.
    6. Any player not able to make a game for any reason should notify the coach ASAP. 
    7. Some league play may require a small fee from parents to pay officials.  The team manager will notify parents in advance of any fees.

 

  1. Practices
    1. Practices are mandatory.  All players must attend practices and should make every effort to be on time and prepared to practice before the determined start time.
    2. Any player who does not attend practice without a valid reason is subjected to being sidelined during game competition.
      1. This decision is solely at the discretion of the coaching staff and is not up for discussion by players or parents.
    3. Players should bring a practice ball, shin guards, cleats, water or sports drinks and a warm up suit to every practice.
    4. Practice times will vary depending on field availability and day light savings.  Practices will be approximately 1.5 hours to 2 hours in length.
  1. Tournament Travel
    1. All players are responsible for their own travel to and from tournaments as well as their accommodations.
    2. Players should arrive at all overnight tournaments the day before (Friday night) as early as possible in order to assure they have the proper rest needed to compete the following day.
    3. Players should be in their rooms no later than 9:00pm on game nights and should be in bed no later than 10:00pm.
      1. Any player found outside his room after 9:00pm will be subject to suspension from playing in the tournament the following day.
    4. Players are not allowed to swim the day prior to or the day of any tournament games unless permission is granted by the coaching staff……  No exceptions!!!
    5. Players should eat appropriate meals the night before, the morning or and in between  any tournament games.  Fast food, doughnuts or snack food is not appropriate for players competing in 4 to 6 games over a 2 to 3 day period. 
      1. The website will have more information regarding proper nutrition for athletes in the coming months.
    6. Any player who does not represent Sporting in an appropriate manner while at any tournament will be asked to return home and will be subject to dismissal from the team depending on the infraction. 

 

  1. Parent Involvement and Responsibilities
    1. Parents are encouraged to attend all practices, games and social functions.  Parents are a crucial part of the success of this program and will continue to be a crucial part of the success of this program going forward.
    2. Parents will be called upon to assist with various volunteer duties from time to time throughout the season.
      1. i.e., collecting coaching fees, making phone calls, making hotel reservations, taking down and setting up goals and nets, taking pictures, editing articles for the web site, updating the team calendar, etc…..
    3. Parents are encouraged to be a positive influence on their child and those players around them.  Cheering, encouragement and enthusiasm has always been a cornerstone of our organization and is key to motivating our players.
    4. However, it is not the role of the parent to provide instructions to the players before or during a game.  This not only confuses players but often times it is contrary to the overall strategy the coaching staff has bestowed upon the players throughout the week or weeks of practice.
      1. Therefore, parents will not be allowed to coach players from the sidelines.
      2. All parents are encouraged to discuss issues that may come up with the coaching staff in a one-on-one setting. 
    5. There will be a zero tolerance toward inappropriate behavior towards officials or opposing team’s spectators during games or at tournaments.
      1. The first offense will result in a one game team suspension in addition to any league imposed suspension.
      2. The second offense will result in a three game suspension in addition to any league imposed suspension.
      3. The third offense will result in the removal from the team and all affiliation with Santa Clara Sporting Soccer Club.
      4. Depending upon the offense, the team and Club may immediately remove an individual and player from the team and Club immediately.
    •  Additional Information
        • We have a website that is up and running.  We will coordinate with parents this year to dish out responsibilities to better keep it updated with the latest information possible.  If you are interested let Tino Silva know.