u12 academy programs overview
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
U12 ACADEMY PROGRAMS OVERVIEW 1
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
ACADEMY 12 AGE GROUP EXPANSION The Capital Area RailHawks-CASL Development Academy will expand with (3) additional U12 US Soccer Development Academy Programs in the Fall of 2016.
12 SOUTH PROGRAM
12 NORTH PROGRAM
12 DEL SOL PROGRAM
Each U12 Program will consist of 22-26 players and will broken down each match weekend into two teams of 11-13 players that will compete in the 9v9 format for US Soccer Development Academy Games. 2
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY 2016-2017 USSDA ACADEMY STRUCTURE
17/18 ACADEMY 1998 / 1999 Birth Year Players
15/16 ACADEMY 2000 / 2001 Birth Year Players
14 ACADEMY PROGRAM AGE GROUPS AND TEAMS
2002 Birth Year Players
13 ACADEMY 2003 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY SOUTH 2004 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY NORTH 2004 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY DEL SOL 2004 Birth Year Players 3
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY 2017-2018 PROPOSED USSDA ACADEMY STRUCTURE
PROGRAM AGE GROUPS AND TEAMS
19 ACADEMY 1999 / 2000 Birth Year Players
17 ACADEMY 2001 / 2002 Birth Year Players
15 ACADEMY 2003 Birth Year Players
*The Capital Area RailHawks – South will be applying to the US Soccer Development Academy for 12/13/14 Program Status for 2017-2018 .
14 ACADEMY NORTH
14 ACADEMY SOUTH*
2004 Birth Year Players
2004 Birth Year Players
13 ACADEMY NORTH
13 ACADEMY SOUTH*
2005 Birth Year Players
2005 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY NORTH 2006 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY DEL SOL 2006 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY SOUTH 2006 Birth Year Players 4
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY WHY HAS US SOCCER AWARDED THESE ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS?
US SOCCER YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM PLAYER PRODUCTS • Since 2007, 30 players called into YNT Camps – specifically 19 at the U14 age group. • Recent U14 USBNT Camp in Sep. 2015 had (4) Capital Are RailHawks Academy players invited, tied for most in the country.
US SOCCER DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY STANDARDS • Will provide more opportunity to deserving players from multiple regions and backgrounds with a defined player development pathway within the USSDA. • Programs will meet quality standards of staff, facilities, training curriculum, and other areas – while providing logistically intelligent expansion of the U12 Program.
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS ACADEMY STRUCTURE • Proven leadership and coaching that will oversee additional U12 Programs and implementation of best practices for all players. • Proven success at player development and team success. • Proven community involvement and holistic player development approach.
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY U12 DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY DIVISION PLAYING DIVISION The Capital Area RailHawks U12 Development Academy Programs will compete within the Carolina Division.
ANNUAL MATCH CALENDAR There will be a total of 28 games in the Development Academy League, as well as a US Soccer Development Academy Futsal Event.
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY U12 ACADEMY PROGRAMS COACHING STAFFS
NORTH PROGRAM STAFF Steve Covino Head Coach
Dan Popik Asst. Coach
DEL SOL PROGRAM STAFF David Maddren Head Coach
Ramon Gallardo Asst. Coach
SOUTH PROGRAM STAFF TBA Soon Head Coach
John Kerr Asst. Coach
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS - SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
The South Division Program will primarily service players who reside south of Hwy. 70, as it extends through Raleigh. This includes Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, FuquayVarina, and other communities. 9
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY DEL SOL PROGRAM
DEL SOL PROGRAM
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY WHAT IS THE DEL SOL PROGRAM? CASL DEL SOL PROGRAM The CASL Del Sol Program was established in 2008 to afford talented, low-economic Hispanic youth soccer players the opportunity to play at the highest level of soccer within CASL. In order for players to remain within the program, the players must maintain quality grades and activity in the community. The goal is for these players to go to college and improve theirs and their families lives.
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY CASL DEL SOL – PROGRAM PLAYER PRODUCTS Since the inception of the CASL Del Sol Program, many underprivileged Hispanic youths have successfully moved through the Academy Program, graduated high school, and continued onto college.
Fernando Castellanos (Creighton University, Senior) • Joined CASL Del Sol at age 14 in 2008 • 4 Year Member of CASL Chelsea FC Academy • First Member of His Family to Attend College
William Ramirez (Iowa Western Community College, Freshman) • Joined CASL Del Sol Program at age 14 in 2010 • 3 Year Member of Capital Area RailHawks and CASL Chelsea FC Academy • First Member of His Family to Attend College 12
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
ACADEMY PROGRAMS FACILITIES
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY TRAINING AND MATCH FIELDS AT WRAL SOCCER CENTER
All Capital Area RailHawks Academy Trainings and Matches at WRAL Soccer Center will take place on the synthetic turf stadium field. The field is located adjacent to the Radford Building at WRAL - which house our changing rooms, staff and player meeting rooms, film review room, athletic fitness center, and athletic training room. WRAL will be the home for the U12 Capital Area RailHawks – North and U12 Capital Area RailHawks Del Sol Academy Programs, starting in the Fall of 2016. 14
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY TRAINING AND MATCH FIELDS AT THOMAS BROOKS PARK
Thomas Brooks Park in Cary, NC has 2 synthetic turf fields that will be used for trainings and games. There is also basketball courts for multi-sport curriculum. Thomas Brooks will be the home for the U12 Capital Area RailHawks – South Program starting in the Fall of 2016. 15
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY FUTSAL FACILITIES
• • • •
Futsal training will be implemented throughout the year to provide additional opportunities for player development. Capital Area RailHawks Academy Teams will be placed into a rotating Champions League format to ensure competitiveness and enjoyment. Free play opportunities will be mixed amongst age groups throughout the year with no coaching. All (3) U12 US Soccer Development Academy Programs will have the benefit of using these facilities. 16
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
BEST PRACTICES TRAINING ENVIRONMENT
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY PROGRAM TRAINING SESSION REQUIREMENTS
TRAINING ENVIRONMENT The daily training environment of the Academy Program should incorporate all of the following components: • PREPARATION
• TIME MANAGAMENT
• ENGAGED LEARNING
• PROPER EQUIPMENT
• COMPETITION
• PLAYER DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
• AGE APPROPRIATE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRESSIONS
• PROPER PHASES: WARM-UP/TRAIN/COOL DOWN
• SAFETY
• POSITIVITY
• GAME RELATED THEMES
• INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• PROFESSIONALISM
• FUN!!
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY SESSION FORMAT OVERVIEW (ex. 12B PROGRAM)
Training sessions should be organized, thematic, progressive, engaging, age appropriate, and fun! ANATOMY OF A TRAINING SESSION PHASE
THEME
ACTIVITY
A
ACTIVATION
Rondo (ex.5v2 Transition)
B
SAQ/TECHNICAL
Athletic + Technique (ex. 4 Pt. Progression + GK Work)
C
FUNCTIONAL
Themed Functional Work (ex. 8v6)
D
GAME PLAY
Realistic Game Play (ex. 9v9)
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
BEST PRACTICES COACHING EXPECTATIONS AND ASSESSMENT
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY STAFF EXPECTATIONS COACHING EXPECTATIONS STANDARD
EXPECTATIONS
APPEARANCE
• •
WEAR CASL APPROVED ATTIRE AT ALL TIMES IDEALLY WEAR ADIDAS CLEATS AT TRAINING
•
LOOK PROFESSIONAL AT ALL TIMES
LEADERSHIP/ ROLE MODEL
• •
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH AT ALL TIMES RECOGNITION OF CASL CODE OF CONDUCT AT ALL TIMES
• •
SHOW A PASSION FOR THE GAME CASL TIME (15 MINUTES EARLY)
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
• •
HAVE A CLEAR PLAN FOR ALL TRAINING SESSIONS ORGANIZED WITH APPROPRIATE PROGRESSIONS
• •
BE EARLY TO SET UP ALL TRAINING SESSIONS HAVE INFLATED BALLS, PENNIES AND CONES
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
• • • •
BE APPROACHABLE FOR PLAYERS AND PARENTS BE ENTHUSIASTIC AT ALL TIMES BE PROACTIVE DISPLAY POSITIVE LANGUAGE
•
ABILITY TO MANAGE DIFFERENT PERSONALITIES WITHIN YOUR TEAM (PLAYERS AND PARENTS) GIVE HONEST CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK WHEN REQUIRED GOOD SELF CONTROL AND ABLE TO COPE WITH STRESS
• • • •
•
STRONG EMPHASIS ON TECHNICAL AND TACTICAL ASPECTS OF THE GAME MUST BE ABLE TO “COACH IN THE GAME”
GET TO KNOW YOUR PLAYERS ABILITY TO DELIVER TRAINING SESSIONS IN CONJUNCTION WITH CLUB’S PLAYING PHILOSOPHY
TEAM PLAYER
• •
RELIABLE HARDWORKING
• •
WILLING TO SHARE IDEAS ENTHUSIASTIC
OPEN MINDED
• •
SUPPORTIVE OF PLAYER MOVEMENT BE A STUDENT OF THE GAME+ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
•
WILLING TO ACCEPT FEEDBACK
KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING
•
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY PROGRAM CULTURE PROGRAM CORE VALUES
FAMILY
ACADEMY PROGRAM CORE VALUES
HONESTY
COMMITMENT
COMMITMENT
Individual and program dedication to the pursuit of excellence and development.
RESPECT
Respect for teammates, staff, opportunities, community, the academy program, and the game.
TRUST
Belief in teammates, staff, and the program.
HONESTY
Desire to be clear on individual, team, and program views and the desire for transparent feedback.
FAMILY
Teammates, staff, and program builds a common unity amongst all involved.
CORE VALUES
TRUST
RESPECT
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U12 ACADEMY PROGRAMS OVERVIEW 1
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
ACADEMY 12 AGE GROUP EXPANSION The Capital Area RailHawks-CASL Development Academy will expand with (3) additional U12 US Soccer Development Academy Programs in the Fall of 2016.
12 SOUTH PROGRAM
12 NORTH PROGRAM
12 DEL SOL PROGRAM
Each U12 Program will consist of 22-26 players and will broken down each match weekend into two teams of 11-13 players that will compete in the 9v9 format for US Soccer Development Academy Games. 2
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY 2016-2017 USSDA ACADEMY STRUCTURE
17/18 ACADEMY 1998 / 1999 Birth Year Players
15/16 ACADEMY 2000 / 2001 Birth Year Players
14 ACADEMY PROGRAM AGE GROUPS AND TEAMS
2002 Birth Year Players
13 ACADEMY 2003 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY SOUTH 2004 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY NORTH 2004 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY DEL SOL 2004 Birth Year Players 3
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY 2017-2018 PROPOSED USSDA ACADEMY STRUCTURE
PROGRAM AGE GROUPS AND TEAMS
19 ACADEMY 1999 / 2000 Birth Year Players
17 ACADEMY 2001 / 2002 Birth Year Players
15 ACADEMY 2003 Birth Year Players
*The Capital Area RailHawks – South will be applying to the US Soccer Development Academy for 12/13/14 Program Status for 2017-2018 .
14 ACADEMY NORTH
14 ACADEMY SOUTH*
2004 Birth Year Players
2004 Birth Year Players
13 ACADEMY NORTH
13 ACADEMY SOUTH*
2005 Birth Year Players
2005 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY NORTH 2006 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY DEL SOL 2006 Birth Year Players
12 ACADEMY SOUTH 2006 Birth Year Players 4
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY WHY HAS US SOCCER AWARDED THESE ADDITIONAL PROGRAMS?
US SOCCER YOUTH NATIONAL TEAM PLAYER PRODUCTS • Since 2007, 30 players called into YNT Camps – specifically 19 at the U14 age group. • Recent U14 USBNT Camp in Sep. 2015 had (4) Capital Are RailHawks Academy players invited, tied for most in the country.
US SOCCER DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY STANDARDS • Will provide more opportunity to deserving players from multiple regions and backgrounds with a defined player development pathway within the USSDA. • Programs will meet quality standards of staff, facilities, training curriculum, and other areas – while providing logistically intelligent expansion of the U12 Program.
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS ACADEMY STRUCTURE • Proven leadership and coaching that will oversee additional U12 Programs and implementation of best practices for all players. • Proven success at player development and team success. • Proven community involvement and holistic player development approach.
5
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY U12 DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY DIVISION PLAYING DIVISION The Capital Area RailHawks U12 Development Academy Programs will compete within the Carolina Division.
ANNUAL MATCH CALENDAR There will be a total of 28 games in the Development Academy League, as well as a US Soccer Development Academy Futsal Event.
6
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY U12 ACADEMY PROGRAMS COACHING STAFFS
NORTH PROGRAM STAFF Steve Covino Head Coach
Dan Popik Asst. Coach
DEL SOL PROGRAM STAFF David Maddren Head Coach
Ramon Gallardo Asst. Coach
SOUTH PROGRAM STAFF TBA Soon Head Coach
John Kerr Asst. Coach
7
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
8
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS - SOUTH DIVISION PROGRAM
The South Division Program will primarily service players who reside south of Hwy. 70, as it extends through Raleigh. This includes Cary, Chapel Hill, Durham, Morrisville, Apex, Holly Springs, FuquayVarina, and other communities. 9
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY DEL SOL PROGRAM
DEL SOL PROGRAM
10
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY WHAT IS THE DEL SOL PROGRAM? CASL DEL SOL PROGRAM The CASL Del Sol Program was established in 2008 to afford talented, low-economic Hispanic youth soccer players the opportunity to play at the highest level of soccer within CASL. In order for players to remain within the program, the players must maintain quality grades and activity in the community. The goal is for these players to go to college and improve theirs and their families lives.
11
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY CASL DEL SOL – PROGRAM PLAYER PRODUCTS Since the inception of the CASL Del Sol Program, many underprivileged Hispanic youths have successfully moved through the Academy Program, graduated high school, and continued onto college.
Fernando Castellanos (Creighton University, Senior) • Joined CASL Del Sol at age 14 in 2008 • 4 Year Member of CASL Chelsea FC Academy • First Member of His Family to Attend College
William Ramirez (Iowa Western Community College, Freshman) • Joined CASL Del Sol Program at age 14 in 2010 • 3 Year Member of Capital Area RailHawks and CASL Chelsea FC Academy • First Member of His Family to Attend College 12
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
ACADEMY PROGRAMS FACILITIES
13
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY TRAINING AND MATCH FIELDS AT WRAL SOCCER CENTER
All Capital Area RailHawks Academy Trainings and Matches at WRAL Soccer Center will take place on the synthetic turf stadium field. The field is located adjacent to the Radford Building at WRAL - which house our changing rooms, staff and player meeting rooms, film review room, athletic fitness center, and athletic training room. WRAL will be the home for the U12 Capital Area RailHawks – North and U12 Capital Area RailHawks Del Sol Academy Programs, starting in the Fall of 2016. 14
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY TRAINING AND MATCH FIELDS AT THOMAS BROOKS PARK
Thomas Brooks Park in Cary, NC has 2 synthetic turf fields that will be used for trainings and games. There is also basketball courts for multi-sport curriculum. Thomas Brooks will be the home for the U12 Capital Area RailHawks – South Program starting in the Fall of 2016. 15
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY FUTSAL FACILITIES
• • • •
Futsal training will be implemented throughout the year to provide additional opportunities for player development. Capital Area RailHawks Academy Teams will be placed into a rotating Champions League format to ensure competitiveness and enjoyment. Free play opportunities will be mixed amongst age groups throughout the year with no coaching. All (3) U12 US Soccer Development Academy Programs will have the benefit of using these facilities. 16
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
BEST PRACTICES TRAINING ENVIRONMENT
17
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY PROGRAM TRAINING SESSION REQUIREMENTS
TRAINING ENVIRONMENT The daily training environment of the Academy Program should incorporate all of the following components: • PREPARATION
• TIME MANAGAMENT
• ENGAGED LEARNING
• PROPER EQUIPMENT
• COMPETITION
• PLAYER DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
• AGE APPROPRIATE ACTIVITIES AND PROGRESSIONS
• PROPER PHASES: WARM-UP/TRAIN/COOL DOWN
• SAFETY
• POSITIVITY
• GAME RELATED THEMES
• INDIVIDUAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
• PROFESSIONALISM
• FUN!!
18
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY SESSION FORMAT OVERVIEW (ex. 12B PROGRAM)
Training sessions should be organized, thematic, progressive, engaging, age appropriate, and fun! ANATOMY OF A TRAINING SESSION PHASE
THEME
ACTIVITY
A
ACTIVATION
Rondo (ex.5v2 Transition)
B
SAQ/TECHNICAL
Athletic + Technique (ex. 4 Pt. Progression + GK Work)
C
FUNCTIONAL
Themed Functional Work (ex. 8v6)
D
GAME PLAY
Realistic Game Play (ex. 9v9)
19
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY
BEST PRACTICES COACHING EXPECTATIONS AND ASSESSMENT
20
CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY ACADEMY STAFF EXPECTATIONS COACHING EXPECTATIONS STANDARD
EXPECTATIONS
APPEARANCE
• •
WEAR CASL APPROVED ATTIRE AT ALL TIMES IDEALLY WEAR ADIDAS CLEATS AT TRAINING
•
LOOK PROFESSIONAL AT ALL TIMES
LEADERSHIP/ ROLE MODEL
• •
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH AT ALL TIMES RECOGNITION OF CASL CODE OF CONDUCT AT ALL TIMES
• •
SHOW A PASSION FOR THE GAME CASL TIME (15 MINUTES EARLY)
PLANNING AND PREPARATION
• •
HAVE A CLEAR PLAN FOR ALL TRAINING SESSIONS ORGANIZED WITH APPROPRIATE PROGRESSIONS
• •
BE EARLY TO SET UP ALL TRAINING SESSIONS HAVE INFLATED BALLS, PENNIES AND CONES
COMMUNICATION SKILLS
• • • •
BE APPROACHABLE FOR PLAYERS AND PARENTS BE ENTHUSIASTIC AT ALL TIMES BE PROACTIVE DISPLAY POSITIVE LANGUAGE
•
ABILITY TO MANAGE DIFFERENT PERSONALITIES WITHIN YOUR TEAM (PLAYERS AND PARENTS) GIVE HONEST CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK WHEN REQUIRED GOOD SELF CONTROL AND ABLE TO COPE WITH STRESS
• • • •
•
STRONG EMPHASIS ON TECHNICAL AND TACTICAL ASPECTS OF THE GAME MUST BE ABLE TO “COACH IN THE GAME”
GET TO KNOW YOUR PLAYERS ABILITY TO DELIVER TRAINING SESSIONS IN CONJUNCTION WITH CLUB’S PLAYING PHILOSOPHY
TEAM PLAYER
• •
RELIABLE HARDWORKING
• •
WILLING TO SHARE IDEAS ENTHUSIASTIC
OPEN MINDED
• •
SUPPORTIVE OF PLAYER MOVEMENT BE A STUDENT OF THE GAME+ PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
•
WILLING TO ACCEPT FEEDBACK
KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING
•
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CAPITAL AREA RAILHAWKS – CASL DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY PROGRAM CULTURE PROGRAM CORE VALUES
FAMILY
ACADEMY PROGRAM CORE VALUES
HONESTY
COMMITMENT
COMMITMENT
Individual and program dedication to the pursuit of excellence and development.
RESPECT
Respect for teammates, staff, opportunities, community, the academy program, and the game.
TRUST
Belief in teammates, staff, and the program.
HONESTY
Desire to be clear on individual, team, and program views and the desire for transparent feedback.
FAMILY
Teammates, staff, and program builds a common unity amongst all involved.
CORE VALUES
TRUST
RESPECT
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