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What is TOPSoccer? “TOPSoccer (The Outreach Program for Soccer) is a community-based training and team placement program for players with disabilities, organized by youth soccer association volunteers. The program is designed to bring the opportunity of learning and playing soccer to any boy or girl, who has a mental or physical disability.” - U.S. YOUTH SOCCER
TOPSoccer is open to any child with a disability including but not limited to: • • • • • •
A.D.D Autism Hearing Impaired Sight Impaired Down Syndrome Multiple Sclerosis
• • • • •
Muscular Dystrophy Seizure Disorder Mental Retardation Spinal Bifida Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Registering for Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer Every parent or guardian must register their child with Eastside Timbers in order to participate. A yearly registration fee of $15.00 is for mandatory insurance. This is the only costs associated with the program. All participants must fill out: 1. Registration Form 2. Communication Form 3. Medical Form 4. Picture Release Form These forms are available for download at: eastsidetimbers.com/topsoccer or by contacting Sue Hughes.
TOPSoccer LOCATION Troutdale Indoor Sports 819 NW Corporate Dr. Troutdale OR 97080
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact Sue Hughes at: [email protected] Call or text: 503.502.7340
www.facebook.com/pages/ Eastside-Timbers-TOPSoccer/ 783366751715905?ref=bookmarks
www.eastsidetimbers.com
Parent & Player Guide
About Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer Program
Why TOPSoccer? “TOPSoccer furthers US Youth Soccer’s mission of fostering the physical, mental, and emotional growth and
Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer organizes two ability-based session during the Fall and Spring and also a Summer Camp.
development of America’s youth through the sport of soccer at all levels. In short, TOPSoccer takes kids from the
Honey Bears: Designed for the young players (4 yrs old and up) and those that need one-on-one assistance. This session runs from 5:30pm-6:30pm.
What is the Parent’s Role
TOPSoccer Benefits
Parents need to provide transportation to and from all sessions, ensuring that the player is prompt not only in arriving – but also in departure. A parent or guardian must stay on premise at all times. Please ensure that your child is dressed and brings appropriate equipment to all sessions.
1. Your child will develop a sense of belonging to a community and will learn the value of being part of a team.
Grizzly Bears: Designed for the older players that need minimal direction on the pitch. This session runs from 6:30pm-7:30pm. The Honey Bear session offers a one-on-one Buddy system. Fall Session: 8-week session every Monday nights usually starting the second week in September. Spring Session: 8-week session every Monday nights starts March 28-May 16, 2016. Summer Camp: Last week in June, MondayThursday, 9-10:30am.
Volunteers Commitment TOPSoccer Buddies are an integral part of the TOPSoccer program. Volunteers are asked to join us on the soccer pitch to assist players in various activities. During the Honey Bear session, volunteers are paired up with players for one-on-one assistance to help that player be successful during their hour on the pitch. Some volunteers stay during the Grizzly Bear session to help with any player that needs extra help. The ratio is about 4:1 when needed.
sidelines to participating in the game”.
Parents also need fill out the necessary paperwork and provide any additional information to the program director that will enhance your child’s experience and progression in the program.
What a Parent Should Expect From the Program 1. Games and activities are adapted in ways that ensure your child learns at his/her own ability. 2. TOPSoccer will improve the overall fitness, self esteem and social skills of your child. 3. The sessions will be a fun and meaningful experience for you and your child. 4. All sessions and/or games will be organized, productive time.
– U.S. Youth Soccer
2. Improvement in self-esteem, fitness and social skills. 3. Success based on ability. 4. Most importantly, have FUN!
TOPSoccer is open to any child with a disability including but not limited to: • • • • • •
A.D.D Autism Hearing Impaired Sight Impaired Down Syndrome Multiple Sclerosis
• • • • •
Muscular Dystrophy Seizure Disorder Mental Retardation Spinal Bifida Fetal Alcohol Syndrome
Registering for Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer Every parent or guardian must register their child with Eastside Timbers in order to participate. A yearly registration fee of $15.00 is for mandatory insurance. This is the only costs associated with the program. All participants must fill out: 1. Registration Form 2. Communication Form 3. Medical Form 4. Picture Release Form These forms are available for download at: eastsidetimbers.com/topsoccer or by contacting Sue Hughes.
TOPSoccer LOCATION Troutdale Indoor Sports 819 NW Corporate Dr. Troutdale OR 97080
FOR MORE INFORMATION contact Sue Hughes at: [email protected] Call or text: 503.502.7340
www.facebook.com/pages/ Eastside-Timbers-TOPSoccer/ 783366751715905?ref=bookmarks
www.eastsidetimbers.com
Parent & Player Guide
About Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer Program
Why TOPSoccer? “TOPSoccer furthers US Youth Soccer’s mission of fostering the physical, mental, and emotional growth and
Eastside Timbers TOPSoccer organizes two ability-based session during the Fall and Spring and also a Summer Camp.
development of America’s youth through the sport of soccer at all levels. In short, TOPSoccer takes kids from the
Honey Bears: Designed for the young players (4 yrs old and up) and those that need one-on-one assistance. This session runs from 5:30pm-6:30pm.
What is the Parent’s Role
TOPSoccer Benefits
Parents need to provide transportation to and from all sessions, ensuring that the player is prompt not only in arriving – but also in departure. A parent or guardian must stay on premise at all times. Please ensure that your child is dressed and brings appropriate equipment to all sessions.
1. Your child will develop a sense of belonging to a community and will learn the value of being part of a team.
Grizzly Bears: Designed for the older players that need minimal direction on the pitch. This session runs from 6:30pm-7:30pm. The Honey Bear session offers a one-on-one Buddy system. Fall Session: 8-week session every Monday nights usually starting the second week in September. Spring Session: 8-week session every Monday nights starts March 28-May 16, 2016. Summer Camp: Last week in June, MondayThursday, 9-10:30am.
Volunteers Commitment TOPSoccer Buddies are an integral part of the TOPSoccer program. Volunteers are asked to join us on the soccer pitch to assist players in various activities. During the Honey Bear session, volunteers are paired up with players for one-on-one assistance to help that player be successful during their hour on the pitch. Some volunteers stay during the Grizzly Bear session to help with any player that needs extra help. The ratio is about 4:1 when needed.
sidelines to participating in the game”.
Parents also need fill out the necessary paperwork and provide any additional information to the program director that will enhance your child’s experience and progression in the program.
What a Parent Should Expect From the Program 1. Games and activities are adapted in ways that ensure your child learns at his/her own ability. 2. TOPSoccer will improve the overall fitness, self esteem and social skills of your child. 3. The sessions will be a fun and meaningful experience for you and your child. 4. All sessions and/or games will be organized, productive time.
– U.S. Youth Soccer
2. Improvement in self-esteem, fitness and social skills. 3. Success based on ability. 4. Most importantly, have FUN!
