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Fall 2017
On behalf of the FUSC Board of Directors, I hope you had a successful start to the new school year, and are enjoying the soccer season thus far. We are one month in to the season with one month remaining. This newsletter contains several noteworthy items. Please check FUSC.org for regular updates and follow us on our Facebook and Twitter pages! As always, if you have a question or concerns during the season please contact us.
FUSC’s Partnership with the Positive Coaching Alliance FUSC entered into a two-year partnership with the Positive Coaching Alliance (PCA) a national non-profit developing “Better Athletes, Better People” by working to provide all youth and high school athletes a positive, character-building sports experience. The partnership provides FUSC access to PCA’s training for coaches, sports parents, student-athletes and administrators, comprising live group workshops, online courses, books by PCA Founder Jim Thompson and additional online resources. Be on the lookout for PCA resources and workshop dates.
FUSC NIGHT AT THE REVOLUTION FUSC night at the New England Revolution is scheudled for Sunday October 15 against Toronto FC. Kick off is 5:00 pm. Tickets are still available and are only $25 each (section 134). Please contact Ross at (508)361-1920, [email protected]
September
9
Fall Season Begins
24
FUSC In-Town Soccer Fair (Grades 1-4)
30
Yom Kippur – No In- Town Games
October
7
Columbus Day Weekend – No Travel Games
15
FUSC Night @Revs
FUSC SOCCER FAIR FUSC’s annual soccer fair took place on Sunday, September 24. The weather was summer like and the tournament atmosphere was enjoyed by all. A special thanks to Boston Events Catering for providing the food and to all the volunteers, coaches and parents who made the event possible.
Newsletter
November 11
End of Season
Pre-K/K end of season jamboree
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FUSC Newsletter
Fall 2017
Pre-K/K Jamboree The Pre-K/K program concludes with an end of season Jamboree at Barbieri Elementary School. The Jamboree is designed to be an exciting event for all the players to experience a game environment. The jamboree is schedule for the last Saturday of the season (November 11). Volunteers are needed to help set up and/or break down fields, assist coaches as needed, and with concessions.
2017-2018 FUSC PETER TIMONEY COACH'S AWARD FUSC is now accepting nominations for the 2017-2018 Peter Timoney Award. This coach’s award is presented annually to a coach who best exemplifies the sportsmanship traits of Peter Timoney, who passed away in October of 1999. Criteria for the Peter Timoney coach's award: 1.) Respects family life (understands the whole child), 2.) Demonstrates and expects respect for all involved in the game, 3.) Equal opportunities for all players to grow and be challenged, 4.) Maintains a positive attitude, 5.) Encourages self-discipline, 6.) Organized, 7.) Communicates well with families and players, 8.) Role Model, 9.) Makes soccer fun, 10.) Exemplifies the "spirit of sportsmanship". The nomination form is available on the FUSC website here.
2018 FUSC BOARD OF DIRECTOR APPLICATION DUE NOVEMBER 19! The 2018 FUSC Board of Director application is currently available on the FUSC website. Applications are due November 19, 2017. Please contact me or Rob Kirkpatrick with any questions [email protected] FUSC is always looking for members of the community who are looking to get involved in FUSC – as a coach, a member of the Board of Directors or Age Director. Contact me to learn more!
SAFETY FIRST ON THE SOCCER FIELD Please remember that safety is a top priority at all of the FUSC playing fields and parking areas. Please be careful and watch your speed entering and exiting the parking areas. Please park in only designated parking areas. Also, please have your children use the buddy system when at the fields including trips to the bathroom. If you see something say something.
ZERO TOLERANCE POLICY FUSC strictly adheres to the “Zero Tolerance” policy put forth to all the teams in the BAYS league. All coaches, parents and spectators shall support the referee. Failure to do so will undermine the referee’s authority and has the potential of creating a hostile environment for the players, the referee, and others. Please keep positive support for all involved in the game. We must respect each other and the game. So if you see someone acting out, speak up respectfully, and politely remind them of the “Zero Tolerance” policy! Please do not hesitate to approach any FUSC Director with comments or questions. We will continue to do our best to give your kids a terrific soccer experience.
See you on the soccer field! Brian Jones FUSC President [email protected]
