CUSA Courage Soccer Club

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CUSA Courage Soccer Club
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FUEL YOUR SUCCESS WITH PASSION AND ENTHUSIASM

• Enthusiasm is one of the most powerful engines of
  success. When you do a thing, do it with all your
  might. Put your whole soul into it. Stamp it with
  your own personality. Be active, be energetic, be
  enthusiastic and faithful, and you will
  accomplish your object. Nothing great was ever
  achieved without enthusiasm.
• Ralph Waldo Emerson

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Introductions

• Youth Competitive Board
• Director of Coaching John Mers
• Assistant Director of Coaching Janelle Fritschie
• President Angelia Hopkins
• Vice President Rick Shields
• Secretary Jerry Apt
• Treasurer Bob Zikias
• Overall Coordinator Andy Mahle
• Boys Coordinator Mike Rinn
• Girls Coordinator Bill Etson
• Member at Large Brian Crawford
• Registration Karen Rinn/Vickie Peoples

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Overall CUSA Organization

• 4 Pillars
• Centerville Recreational Soccer
• CUSA Courage
• Ohio Galaxies FC
• Mead Cup (tournament U8-U14)

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Overall CUSA Organization

• Youth Competitive Board
• Executive Board

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Fall 2007 Details

• Calendar of Events
• Tournaments
• Fall Training Program
• Curriculum U8-U14
• Open Door Training Program
• Optional Training Sessions
• Hotline - 937-864-4440, Option 3

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Fall 2007 Details

• League Play
• Cincinnati United Soccer League
• www.cuslsoccer.org
• Game days and times
• Sunday afternoons

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Club Philosophies

• Playing Time
• Game playing time will be determined by the
  coaches and is based in part on the following
  criteria
• Participation at practices
• Individual skill work outside of practice
• Arriving at the field for a game on time
• Arriving at the game in the proper uniform
• Ability/Game Situation
• Again, under NO circumstances will a player not
  play at all in a game. If a player is losing
  playing time, the coach must tell the player the
  reason for their decisions. If a player or
  parent does not agree with the coachs decision,
  they may contact a DOC.

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Club Philosophies

• Positions
• Each player should be able to play different
  positions. In this age group, coaches should
  attempt to get players ready to play club soccer
  at the high school age groups, as well as prepare
  them to participate at their local high school.
  Coaches should train and play their players in
  multiple positions through the season. Playing
  different positions should be balanced with
  achieving success at any given position. When
  our players go to high school and club tryouts,
  they should feel comfortable and confident in any
  position. Of course, players will be more
  comfortable in certain positions than others.
  However, do not limit your players development
  by playing them exclusively in one position.
  Generally, it would be acceptable to have your
  players comfortable in 2-3 areas of the field
  (ex sweeper, center midfield, right midfield,
  etc.)

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Club Philosophies

• Player Movement
• Why is it important?
• What is most developmentally appropriate for your
  child?
• All we have to decide is what to do with the
  time that is given to us.
• - Gandalf, Fellowship of the Rings

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Club Philosophies

• Long Term Success
• We play to win but we do not sacrifice individual
  or team development to win
• We teach our players and teams to play the
  right way
• Our success shows in the success of our players
  at U15 and above in high school and high school
  club soccer
• Our success shows in our high rate of ODP players
  on the state teams (17 for 2007 which is the
  highest of any Dayton club through U14)

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Club Philosophies

• Coaching/Training Staff
• Former National Team Players
• Former Professional Players
• Former Collegiate Players
• High Levels of Licensing (National Youth)
• Many years of coaching experience at all levels
  club, high school, college, professional

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Parent Expectations

• Communicate openly with your childs coaches and
  the club if you have a question or concern ask
• Understand the Laws of the Game and Do not yell
  at the referee
• No coaching from the sidelines bring a chair
  and enjoy the game giving positive encouragement
  to all players.
• Do not criticize other players especially in
  front of your child, this can really hurt the
  chemistry of a team

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Communication and Problem Resolution

• We are here to help you!
• Please let us know if you have any questions or
  concerns throughout the year so we can help.
• Problem Resolution See you coach or team manager
  if not resolved see the Boys, Girls, or Overall
  Coordinator if not resolved see the DOC if
  not resolved see the President.

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Player Expectations

• Treat coaches, trainers, teammates, opponents and
  referees with respect.
• Play hard, but play within the rules. Control
  temper at all times.
• To understand that how you play is far more
  important than winning or losing.
• Win without boasting, lose without excuses, and
  never quit.
• Exercise self control at all times, setting the
  example for others to follow.
• Respect officials and accept their decisions
  without gesture or argument.
• Be a good sport. This means appreciating good
  play whether it is by your team or opponents.
• Arrange schedule in order to come to practice
  regularly and on time, and to participate in
  scheduled games and tournaments. If you are early
  start a pre-practice idea like a small sided
  game, soccer tennis, juggling, etc.
• Work hard at practices to improve soccer skills
  and understanding of the game.
• Participate in activities with the player binders
• Enjoy the game!

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Player Development Binders

• Sections
• Skill Development
• Sports Psychology
• Nutrition/Fitness
• Team/Club Information
• Other

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Communication

• Club Meetings
• 3rd Monday of Every Month for coaches and team
  managers
• Hotline
• 937-864-4440, Option 3
• Newsletter
• Web Site
• www.cusasoccer.org
• Email
• admin_at_cusasoccer.org
• Phone
• John Mers 513-545-9862 Janelle Fritschie
  513-331-0066

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Web Site/Registration

• You can make changes to your account (email,
  phone, address, etc) at any point in time as well
  as pay online through your account
• Go to cusasoccer.org click on Registration, enter
  your last name and password to access your account

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Finances

• Please contact Bob Zikias at rzikias_at_aol.com with
  any financial questions
• Able to pay full amount online now by credit card
  or by check
• Payment plan option will be up soon.
• U11-U14 Payment plan  is 525 50 due by July 1
  (262.50 and then 2 payments of 131.25 on August
  30 and September 30)

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League Registration

• Items Needed For Registration in CUSL and MVYSA
  Leagues
• 1. 1.25 x 1.25 Color Photo cut down to
  appropriate size
• 2. 2 Copies of Birth Certificate or Passport
  No Hospital Certificates
• 3. Players Signature on a sticker the size
  of a credit card signature area
• 4. Notarized Medical Release Form-form
  available on CUSA website
• 5. 2 Copies Membership Form coach will
  provide at team meeting
• 6. We will need the 4 Zip Code on the
  membership forms. (i.e. 45459-5111)
• 7. Festival players will have additional forms
  to fill out.

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Mead Cup Tournament

• September 1-3, 2007
• Ad Sales
• Volunteering

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Uniforms

• U11 and U12 Nike Brasilia Short, Nike Brasilia
  Jersey (Royal), Gold T-Shirt, Nike Royal and
  White socks, Nike Backpack (new players only)
• U13 and U14 (New Players) Nike Azteca Short
  Nike Azteca Jersey (Royal), Gold T-Shirt, Nike
  Royal and White socks, Nike Backpack
• U13 and 14 (Returning Players) Gold T-Shirt,
  Nike Royal and White socks
• CHECK SIZING IN YOUR ACCOUNT BY JUNE 15!

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CUSA Camp

• August 6-10 from 9 AM to 12 PM (U11)
• August 5-9 from 530 to 830 PM (U12-U14)
• At Yankee Park
• Register online at www.cusasoccer.org
• Cost is 85 if pre-registered

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Kroger

• 4 back on purchases with card 2 to club, 2
  to you, refunds given before fall season each
  year on amounts above 10
• Contact Karen Rinn at karenmrinn_at_aol.com for more
  information or to get a card

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ESPN Fundraiser

• Players sell subscriptions (new or renewal
  orders) to 25 popular magazines for just 20 each
• Individuals earn 10 per subscription
• Players can earn great ESPN prizes
• No minimum subscriptions to sell

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ESPN Fundraiser

• August 11 Name Team Rep/begin selling
• September 12 Orders due to Team Rep
• September 17 Orders due to CUSA
• October 10 Orders due to Team Rep
• October 15 Orders due to CUSA
• November 14 Orders due to Team Rep
• November 19 Orders due to CUSA
• December 10 Refund checks for 50 or higher sent
  (all other money will be rolled over and
  distributed in summer refund)

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Volunteer Opportunities

• We are always looking for quality volunteers. If
  you are interested please send an email to
  admin_at_cusasoccer.org

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Coaching Staff - Boys

• U11 Premier John Evans
• U11 White Luke Brewer
• U12 Premier Keenan Mikal
• U12 White Mike Rinn
• U13 Premier John Mers
• U13 White Cheryl McCarter
• U14 Premier John Mers
• U14 White Keenan Mikal
• U14 Blue Walt Slade

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Coaching Staff - Girls

• U11 Premier Janelle Fritschie
• U11 White Stephanie Comisar
• U11 Blue Lindsay Zembower
• U12 Premier Jim Wager
• U12 White John Evans
• U13 Premier Janelle Fritschie
• U13 White Rick Shields
• U14 Premier Jim Wager
• U14 White Jessica Gulley

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Model Club

• US Youth Soccer and the State Associations have
  set standards for Model Clubs in the United
  States. CUSA strives to meet these standards in
  every aspect of our organization.

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Thank you!

• Thank you for being part of the CUSA Courage
  Soccer Club and if there is ever anything we can
  do for you please do not hesitate to ask!