Club’s Commitment:
Our mission is to develop players of all ages into the best players and teammates that they can be. To do so, we provide a competitive environment that focuses on the technical, tactical, and philosophical elements of the game.
Our goal is to create competitive teams that contend in their respective divisions and tournaments as well as excel at state, regional, and national events. Our primary focus is player development and preparation for the next level of competition. This means short-term success should be a stepping stone to a long-term future and enduring love of the game.
The club will, therefore, take each step necessary to improve every player’s abilities. Since each player progresses at a different level, each player will be evaluated and addressed on an individual and team basis. Training sessions and games will further challenge the players and demand that they are striving for success.
Players Commitment:
It is mandatory that players attend all training sessions, games, tournaments, and meetings. Only coaches are able to grant exceptions. Players are to notify coaches in advanced if they will miss a team activity so coaches can plan accordingly. Any player that misses a session is to make it up with another team, or be penalized according to the policies of the coach shared at the beginning of the season.
Players are expected to be punctual and to come to each session with focus and a desire to improve. They are also expected to bring a soccer ball, shin guards, water bottle, weather-appropriate attire, and proper footwear. Most importantly, players are to be passionate about the game.
Coaches Commitment:
Coaches are to work in cooperation with trainers to achieve what is best for players and the team. This will include, but is certainly not limited to, reinforcing player’s commitment; keeping players and parents informed on dates and times of team activities; keeping personal egos out of the game; always seeking what is best for each player/team; and most importantly, motivating players to continue to achieve goals and build their passion for the game.
Coaches are always to remember the success of their players is more important than any coaching achievement. Therefore, motivating players to succeed is the most rewarding thing a coach can do. It is this reward, which should be the sole motivation of each coach.
Parents Commitment:
Under no circumstances are parents to coach players during the game. If any issues do arise, it is important that parents address coaches away from the field and to conduct themselves in a mature manner that is focused on the best interest of the player and team.
Parents must remember they are representatives of the club at events. As such, they are to represent the club in a positive manner and set a proper example for players.
Parents are to uphold the commitment of their child/children in the program.
Parents are asked to volunteer time to help achieve the many tasks needed to run a club. Specific contributions can be discussed with the team’s coach or the CLSF representatives. |
