2018 Boys Soccer
2018 Boys Soccer Parent Informational Meeting
Quick Introduction • Coach Wickham • Soccer Playing Level: Pretty Good • Playing Experience: Had a lot of fun • Coaching Experience: Several Years • Coaching Licenses: A few. Some with names, others with letters.
In addition, our mission as players and coaches is to create and sustain a positive and reliable team chemistry that will not only allow for the players to compete collectively and individually, but that also is sustainable during difficult and challenging obstacles. As a team we will never lower our heads when the game doesn’t go our way. Rather, we will keep our heads high and help one another learn from our mistakes. The team is more important than the individual, but if an individual player struggles academically, socially, or athletically, the team strives to help that individual to succeed. We are a team that is proud of our teammate’s individual achievements, not jealous, and we understand that each individual has a significant role as we strive toward success. In the end, the Mountain View High School Soccer program is a family that supports one another on and off the field. Together, we continuously create the tradition of Mountain View High School and all those who have played before us, and all those that will play after us. No excuses, no quitting, only determination, respect, and BROTHERHOOD!
Whether it is on the field or in the classroom, we follow our motto: 1) 2) 3)
PLAY TO YOUR BEST PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL ABILITY HAVE FUN LOVE The Game Your Family
Player Code of Conduct •
Upon making the team, players and parents will initial each section and sign the Player Code of Conduct.
• • •
Players will adhere to this Code from the first day of practice. Failure to adhere to this Code will result in disciplinary action. Success in adhering to this Code may and will result in the following side effects:
• • • • •
Enjoyment of practice Positive anticipation of practices and games Self-respect Respect for one’s teammates Victory
Sports Physical • Good for exactly 1 year • Wednesday, October 11th • Sign-in at 5:30pm • Physicals start at 6:00pm • Cost: $20 (Cash or Check) • Where: Business Pod • Fill out history portion of physical prior to attending (obtain form from front office)
Grades
• Must be academically eligible • •
No more than 1 failing grade. No more than 2 grades Below C.
• 1st Semester grades and any behavioral
issues will be considered during tryouts.
• Any grades below C will require after-
school study hall until grade is brought up. Player will still be eligible to practice and play, but starting position may be compromised for practice time missed.
Preseason Conditioning •
Conditioning:
•
Club Team?:
• •
•
Yes: Keep playing. Touch workouts supplement. No: Work on your own to be in top physical shape by January.
No preseason running.
•
Work on your own with a ball. Workouts can be provided.
• •
Train with your club team. Take time off before the season starts.
Expectations of Players Defenders • Defending Ability. •
You should be an expert at tackling (without fouling) sticking with your man off the ball, double teaming, delaying, winning headers, defending tactics, etc.
• Speed. •
Centerbacks with good positioning and strength can be effective with mediocre speed, but being fast will greatly improve their ability to defend.
•
Wingbacks need speed or they will get dominated by a fast winger.
• Scoring from Set Pieces •
Work diligently on jumping headers.
Expectations of Players Defenders • Strength/Shielding Ability. •
Strong defenders push offensive players off the ball, win headers, and shield the ball well. ...
• Heading Ability. •
Long ball as well as set pieces.
• Passing Ability. •
Clearing the ball has it’s place. But defenders should look up and pass the ball when they have time and space.
•
Good defenders can pass to feet and make effective long passes through the air.
Expectations of Players Midfielders • • • • • • •
Scores goals from distance. Comfortable on the ball when under pressure. Creates goal scoring chances. Plays long cross field balls - switching the attack. High work rate. Strong on the ball - shielding the ball under pressure. Good vision - sees the whole soccer field.
Expectations of Players Midfielders • • • • • •
Hits sharp crosses and long balls from anywhere on the field. Tight control (excellent first touch on the ball). Strong on the ball (shielding). Plays crisp passes with both feet. Ability to bend the ball and play angled passes. Good fitness level - can chase back and defend and get into the goal box on an attack.
Expectations of Players Forwards • • • • • •
Good at finishing, not just shooting. • Comfortable on the ball when • under pressure. Switch with other forwards • Creative off the ball as well as • with the ball. High work rate. Runs forward, then
backwards. Takes necessary risks Confident to shoot Recognizes opportunity to dribble Vision to see teammates in good scoring positions
Expectations of Players Goalkeeper • Athletic • Vocal – Strong, positive leadership • Good with feet • Determination • Aggressive • Body posiitoning
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Recruitment Team Managers – 8
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•
Ball Boys/Girls
• • •
•
Work every other day and for ½ shifts.
Younger siblings (Prizes to those who work the most) Varsity players work one JV game JV players work one Varsity game
Fans
•
Students:
•
•
Support other organizations such as orchestra, theatre, and chorus as well as other Fall and Winter sports.
Family:
•
Come support other teams (varsity/JV). Come early for the girls, stay late for the boys.
Tryouts • Monday, January 15th (MLK Day) • No GSP. No fee. • Cuts starting day 1. • Look-fors • • •
Impact Tactical Awareness Coachability
Varsity Schedule 2018
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2/2 @ Dawson Co VG/VB *scrimmage 2/6 @ Shiloh VG/VB 2/13 @Johnson VG/VB 2/15 Forsyth Central VG/VB 2/20 Dacula VG/VB 2/23 Northview VG/VB 2/27 @Creekview VG/VB 3/8 @North Gwinnett* VG/VB 3/13 @Collins Hill* VG/VB 3/16 Discovery* VG/VB 3/20 East Coweta VG/VB 3/22 @ Mill Creek* VG/VB 3/24 Kell VG/VB
• • • • • • • • • • • •
JV Schedule 2018 2/19 @ Dacula JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/3 @ Whitewater tournament JVG/JVB TBD 3/3 @ Whitewater tournament JVG/JVB TBD 3/7 N. Gwinnett JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/12 @ Collins Hill JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/15 @Discovery JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/17 MVHS Tournament JVG/JVB 3/17 MVHS Tournament JVG/JVB 3/19 @Peachtree Ridge JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/21 Mill Creek JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/28 @ Duluth JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00
3/29 Duluth* VG/VB 3/30 White Co. VG/VB 4/10 Oconee Co. VG/VB 4/13 @Peachtree Ridge* VG/VB
All Varsity Girls Games at 5:30
4/17 @Alpharetta VG/VB
All Varsity Boys Games at 7:30
4/19 @Jackson Co. (VG Only) 6:00 4/20 @ North Springs (VB only) 7:30
Quick Introduction • Coach Wickham • Soccer Playing Level: Pretty Good • Playing Experience: Had a lot of fun • Coaching Experience: Several Years • Coaching Licenses: A few. Some with names, others with letters.
In addition, our mission as players and coaches is to create and sustain a positive and reliable team chemistry that will not only allow for the players to compete collectively and individually, but that also is sustainable during difficult and challenging obstacles. As a team we will never lower our heads when the game doesn’t go our way. Rather, we will keep our heads high and help one another learn from our mistakes. The team is more important than the individual, but if an individual player struggles academically, socially, or athletically, the team strives to help that individual to succeed. We are a team that is proud of our teammate’s individual achievements, not jealous, and we understand that each individual has a significant role as we strive toward success. In the end, the Mountain View High School Soccer program is a family that supports one another on and off the field. Together, we continuously create the tradition of Mountain View High School and all those who have played before us, and all those that will play after us. No excuses, no quitting, only determination, respect, and BROTHERHOOD!
Whether it is on the field or in the classroom, we follow our motto: 1) 2) 3)
PLAY TO YOUR BEST PHYSICAL, MENTAL, AND EMOTIONAL ABILITY HAVE FUN LOVE The Game Your Family
Player Code of Conduct •
Upon making the team, players and parents will initial each section and sign the Player Code of Conduct.
• • •
Players will adhere to this Code from the first day of practice. Failure to adhere to this Code will result in disciplinary action. Success in adhering to this Code may and will result in the following side effects:
• • • • •
Enjoyment of practice Positive anticipation of practices and games Self-respect Respect for one’s teammates Victory
Sports Physical • Good for exactly 1 year • Wednesday, October 11th • Sign-in at 5:30pm • Physicals start at 6:00pm • Cost: $20 (Cash or Check) • Where: Business Pod • Fill out history portion of physical prior to attending (obtain form from front office)
Grades
• Must be academically eligible • •
No more than 1 failing grade. No more than 2 grades Below C.
• 1st Semester grades and any behavioral
issues will be considered during tryouts.
• Any grades below C will require after-
school study hall until grade is brought up. Player will still be eligible to practice and play, but starting position may be compromised for practice time missed.
Preseason Conditioning •
Conditioning:
•
Club Team?:
• •
•
Yes: Keep playing. Touch workouts supplement. No: Work on your own to be in top physical shape by January.
No preseason running.
•
Work on your own with a ball. Workouts can be provided.
• •
Train with your club team. Take time off before the season starts.
Expectations of Players Defenders • Defending Ability. •
You should be an expert at tackling (without fouling) sticking with your man off the ball, double teaming, delaying, winning headers, defending tactics, etc.
• Speed. •
Centerbacks with good positioning and strength can be effective with mediocre speed, but being fast will greatly improve their ability to defend.
•
Wingbacks need speed or they will get dominated by a fast winger.
• Scoring from Set Pieces •
Work diligently on jumping headers.
Expectations of Players Defenders • Strength/Shielding Ability. •
Strong defenders push offensive players off the ball, win headers, and shield the ball well. ...
• Heading Ability. •
Long ball as well as set pieces.
• Passing Ability. •
Clearing the ball has it’s place. But defenders should look up and pass the ball when they have time and space.
•
Good defenders can pass to feet and make effective long passes through the air.
Expectations of Players Midfielders • • • • • • •
Scores goals from distance. Comfortable on the ball when under pressure. Creates goal scoring chances. Plays long cross field balls - switching the attack. High work rate. Strong on the ball - shielding the ball under pressure. Good vision - sees the whole soccer field.
Expectations of Players Midfielders • • • • • •
Hits sharp crosses and long balls from anywhere on the field. Tight control (excellent first touch on the ball). Strong on the ball (shielding). Plays crisp passes with both feet. Ability to bend the ball and play angled passes. Good fitness level - can chase back and defend and get into the goal box on an attack.
Expectations of Players Forwards • • • • • •
Good at finishing, not just shooting. • Comfortable on the ball when • under pressure. Switch with other forwards • Creative off the ball as well as • with the ball. High work rate. Runs forward, then
backwards. Takes necessary risks Confident to shoot Recognizes opportunity to dribble Vision to see teammates in good scoring positions
Expectations of Players Goalkeeper • Athletic • Vocal – Strong, positive leadership • Good with feet • Determination • Aggressive • Body posiitoning
•
Recruitment Team Managers – 8
•
•
Ball Boys/Girls
• • •
•
Work every other day and for ½ shifts.
Younger siblings (Prizes to those who work the most) Varsity players work one JV game JV players work one Varsity game
Fans
•
Students:
•
•
Support other organizations such as orchestra, theatre, and chorus as well as other Fall and Winter sports.
Family:
•
Come support other teams (varsity/JV). Come early for the girls, stay late for the boys.
Tryouts • Monday, January 15th (MLK Day) • No GSP. No fee. • Cuts starting day 1. • Look-fors • • •
Impact Tactical Awareness Coachability
Varsity Schedule 2018
• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •
2/2 @ Dawson Co VG/VB *scrimmage 2/6 @ Shiloh VG/VB 2/13 @Johnson VG/VB 2/15 Forsyth Central VG/VB 2/20 Dacula VG/VB 2/23 Northview VG/VB 2/27 @Creekview VG/VB 3/8 @North Gwinnett* VG/VB 3/13 @Collins Hill* VG/VB 3/16 Discovery* VG/VB 3/20 East Coweta VG/VB 3/22 @ Mill Creek* VG/VB 3/24 Kell VG/VB
• • • • • • • • • • • •
JV Schedule 2018 2/19 @ Dacula JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/3 @ Whitewater tournament JVG/JVB TBD 3/3 @ Whitewater tournament JVG/JVB TBD 3/7 N. Gwinnett JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/12 @ Collins Hill JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/15 @Discovery JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/17 MVHS Tournament JVG/JVB 3/17 MVHS Tournament JVG/JVB 3/19 @Peachtree Ridge JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/21 Mill Creek JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00 3/28 @ Duluth JVG/JVB 5:30/7:00
3/29 Duluth* VG/VB 3/30 White Co. VG/VB 4/10 Oconee Co. VG/VB 4/13 @Peachtree Ridge* VG/VB
All Varsity Girls Games at 5:30
4/17 @Alpharetta VG/VB
All Varsity Boys Games at 7:30
4/19 @Jackson Co. (VG Only) 6:00 4/20 @ North Springs (VB only) 7:30
