Recreational Soccer Program Information Spring 2018 AWS
Updated: December 2017
Recreational Soccer Program Information Spring 2018 Spring 2018 Registration Opens: Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Spring 2018 Wait List Begins: Monday, February 2, 2018
Register at www.oyaa.org
Welcome Below please find the OYAA Recreational Soccer Program’s Spring 2018 soccer experience details. The announcement includes seasonal calendar dates, registration information, new coach education initiatives, as well as enhancements to the team formation process and game day experience. “The OYAA Recreational Soccer Program is committed to providing an outstanding youth soccer experience that reaches players, coaches, parents, spectators, and referees. Each aspect of the program is designed to foster a positive, fun and creative learning environment for the players so they can enjoy the game of soccer with their peers.
Grade Level Teams In Fall 2016, the OYAA Soccer Program transition to the process of forming teams by Grade Level which better aligns the soccer program with other OYAA recreational sports (i.e. football and basketball). Grade
Ages
Gender Divisions
Pre-K *
4 and 5
CO-ED
K
5 and 6
Boys / Girls
1
6 and 7
Boys / Girls
2
7 and 8
Boys / Girls
3
8 and 9
Boys / Girls
4
9 and 10
Boys / Girls
5
10 and 11
Boys / Girls
6
11 and 12
Boys / Girls
7–8
12 and 14
Boys / Girls
9-12
14 - 19
CO-ED
* For Pre-K; child must turn 4 by th Spring 2018 – April 15
May my child play down a grade level? - No. Players will not be permitted to play down into a lower grade level. May my child play up a grade level? All requests to “play-up” into a higher grade-level will be reviewed by OYAA Director of Soccer. (1) Email [email protected] no later than January 15, 2018. (2) Requests must also be included in the Special Request/Comments box during the registration process. Possible Accepted/ Approved Reason: play with sibling Not Accepted/ Approved Reasons: -- Play with the same/previous season’s team -- My child needs to play up so he/she can be challenged OYAA’s policy will remain that teams are created from scratch for the start of the Fall season. Teams stay together Fall to Spring. Parents will have the option of making a special request. Example, my child would like to play with coach ABC; or, my child would like to play on the same team as player XYZ.
Combined Grade Level Divisions The goal is to create single grade level division. However, if the total number of players available to form teams is does not support stand along divisions, OYAA will consider combining grade levels for scheduling purposes. OYAA Director of Soccer reserves the ability to review the grade level divisions each season to create the best possible experience for the players.
Pre-K Ages expanded Each season the OYAA receives requests to allow players who are turning 4yrs old to participate in the OYAA Pre-K (U5) division. The new expanded Pre-K division will allow players who are turning 4yrs old by the second game of the season (4/15/18) to participate with their peers. Introduction of the Small Sided Game Formats “What is best for the player? This is the #1 question driving my decisions for the OYAA Soccer program.” says Mike Lentz, OYAA Director of Soccer. “Kids want to be involved in the game…they want to touch the ball…maybe even score a goal! The small sided game (SSG) format changes – as recommended by US Soccer Federation, US Youth Soccer, and FIFA - are the right way to go. The SSG standards ensure children will play on soccer fields that are age, ability and developmentally appropriate. A child who touches the soccer ball, make decisions, experiences success and failure, will become better soccer players because he/she is learning. Click HERE to read an editorial by John Sullivan, the founder of Changing The Game Project, on the topic of playing. Below is a chart showing the game Grade Pre-K K 1
Ages 4 and 5 5 and 6 6 and 7
Gender Divisions CO-ED Boys / Girls Boys / Girls
Referees No No Yes
Small Sided Game Format 3v3 – no GK 3v3 – no GK 5v5 – yes GK
2 3 4 5 6 7-8
7 and 8 8 and 9 9 and 10 10 and 11 11 and 12 12 and 14
Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
5v5 – yes GK 7v7 – yes GK 7v7 – yes GK 9v9 – yes GK 9v9 – yes GK 11v11 – yes GK
9-12
14 - 19
CO-ED
Yes
11v11 – Yes GK
Increased Coaching Education Opportunities OYAA will continue to offer pre-season coaching workshops to support the volunteer coaches. The continuing education classes will include both classroom and on-field demonstrations. Guest speakers are possible. Coaching Clinics and Training Observations Details to be shared in January 2018 February 3rd 11:30am to 12:30pm February 11th 3:00pm to 4:00pm; 4:00pm to 5:00pm March TBD Spring 2018 Important Calendar Dates Spring 2018 January 2
Registration Opens
February 2
Wait List Begins
April 7
Opening Day
April 14
Picture Day
April 21
Picture Day
May 19
Final Game Day
Recreational Soccer Program Information Spring 2018 Spring 2018 Registration Opens: Tuesday, January 2, 2018 Spring 2018 Wait List Begins: Monday, February 2, 2018
Register at www.oyaa.org
Welcome Below please find the OYAA Recreational Soccer Program’s Spring 2018 soccer experience details. The announcement includes seasonal calendar dates, registration information, new coach education initiatives, as well as enhancements to the team formation process and game day experience. “The OYAA Recreational Soccer Program is committed to providing an outstanding youth soccer experience that reaches players, coaches, parents, spectators, and referees. Each aspect of the program is designed to foster a positive, fun and creative learning environment for the players so they can enjoy the game of soccer with their peers.
Grade Level Teams In Fall 2016, the OYAA Soccer Program transition to the process of forming teams by Grade Level which better aligns the soccer program with other OYAA recreational sports (i.e. football and basketball). Grade
Ages
Gender Divisions
Pre-K *
4 and 5
CO-ED
K
5 and 6
Boys / Girls
1
6 and 7
Boys / Girls
2
7 and 8
Boys / Girls
3
8 and 9
Boys / Girls
4
9 and 10
Boys / Girls
5
10 and 11
Boys / Girls
6
11 and 12
Boys / Girls
7–8
12 and 14
Boys / Girls
9-12
14 - 19
CO-ED
* For Pre-K; child must turn 4 by th Spring 2018 – April 15
May my child play down a grade level? - No. Players will not be permitted to play down into a lower grade level. May my child play up a grade level? All requests to “play-up” into a higher grade-level will be reviewed by OYAA Director of Soccer. (1) Email [email protected] no later than January 15, 2018. (2) Requests must also be included in the Special Request/Comments box during the registration process. Possible Accepted/ Approved Reason: play with sibling Not Accepted/ Approved Reasons: -- Play with the same/previous season’s team -- My child needs to play up so he/she can be challenged OYAA’s policy will remain that teams are created from scratch for the start of the Fall season. Teams stay together Fall to Spring. Parents will have the option of making a special request. Example, my child would like to play with coach ABC; or, my child would like to play on the same team as player XYZ.
Combined Grade Level Divisions The goal is to create single grade level division. However, if the total number of players available to form teams is does not support stand along divisions, OYAA will consider combining grade levels for scheduling purposes. OYAA Director of Soccer reserves the ability to review the grade level divisions each season to create the best possible experience for the players.
Pre-K Ages expanded Each season the OYAA receives requests to allow players who are turning 4yrs old to participate in the OYAA Pre-K (U5) division. The new expanded Pre-K division will allow players who are turning 4yrs old by the second game of the season (4/15/18) to participate with their peers. Introduction of the Small Sided Game Formats “What is best for the player? This is the #1 question driving my decisions for the OYAA Soccer program.” says Mike Lentz, OYAA Director of Soccer. “Kids want to be involved in the game…they want to touch the ball…maybe even score a goal! The small sided game (SSG) format changes – as recommended by US Soccer Federation, US Youth Soccer, and FIFA - are the right way to go. The SSG standards ensure children will play on soccer fields that are age, ability and developmentally appropriate. A child who touches the soccer ball, make decisions, experiences success and failure, will become better soccer players because he/she is learning. Click HERE to read an editorial by John Sullivan, the founder of Changing The Game Project, on the topic of playing. Below is a chart showing the game Grade Pre-K K 1
Ages 4 and 5 5 and 6 6 and 7
Gender Divisions CO-ED Boys / Girls Boys / Girls
Referees No No Yes
Small Sided Game Format 3v3 – no GK 3v3 – no GK 5v5 – yes GK
2 3 4 5 6 7-8
7 and 8 8 and 9 9 and 10 10 and 11 11 and 12 12 and 14
Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls Boys / Girls
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
5v5 – yes GK 7v7 – yes GK 7v7 – yes GK 9v9 – yes GK 9v9 – yes GK 11v11 – yes GK
9-12
14 - 19
CO-ED
Yes
11v11 – Yes GK
Increased Coaching Education Opportunities OYAA will continue to offer pre-season coaching workshops to support the volunteer coaches. The continuing education classes will include both classroom and on-field demonstrations. Guest speakers are possible. Coaching Clinics and Training Observations Details to be shared in January 2018 February 3rd 11:30am to 12:30pm February 11th 3:00pm to 4:00pm; 4:00pm to 5:00pm March TBD Spring 2018 Important Calendar Dates Spring 2018 January 2
Registration Opens
February 2
Wait List Begins
April 7
Opening Day
April 14
Picture Day
April 21
Picture Day
May 19
Final Game Day
