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Summer Recreation Program Registrations have ended.
Team rosters appeared in the Cortland Standard newspaper on July 3rd (and they will appear here by July 13th). Opening Day this year will be Saturday July 19th, with team pictures taken and Geared to Sports present for all your soccer needs.
GAME SCHEDULES - TO BE LISTED HERE SOON (exact dates & times are subject to change): | PICTURE SCHEDULES Updated 05 July 2007 COACH MANUAL (PDF Format) | Coaches:
Pick up shirts at Geared-2-Sports starting Wednesday July 16th.
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Important Information about the Summer Recreation Program:
We offer separate divisions for boys and girls in 4 age groups
- Midgets: Kindergarten & 1st Grades
- Pee Wees: 2nd & 3rd Grades
- Intermediates: 4th & 5th Grades
- Seniors: 6th & 7th Grades
This year, we will be offering age size-appropriate soccer balls to the Midget Group only (Kindergarten & 1st Grades) ONLY. This will ensure that the new soccer player has their own ball, either at practice or developing their skills at home.
This year the only requests we will be taking is for brothers and sisters playing on the same team. We are doing this because this is a recreation league, and requesting to play with a certain coach or with friends can inadvertently put many skilled players on one team. We want the skill level on these teams to be a mixture so all games can be fun for all skill levels.
Each child and coach registering with CCYSA is provided with secondary insurance in case of any injuries.
Each year we have hundred's of children sign-up to play in our recreational program. We could not do this without the active participation from YOU! Please continue to support this great program by volunteering to coach. This year we will be holding a half-day “Youth Module Training Course” free to all coaches and assistant coaches on Saturday June 14th at Suggett Park on Homer Ave in Cortland. It will cover a range of topics from how to hold a practice, age appropriate drills/skills and more. We will also be offering, a referee clinic for all kids interested in refereeing CCYSA games. This is scheduled for Saturday June 14th at Suggett Park.
Looking forward to seeing you this summer!!
Details of the Summer Recreation Program:
WELCOME TO THE CORTLAND COUNTY YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION 2008 SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAM
Objective: To have fun while learning soccer skills, good sportsmanship, self-reliance and team work. The emphasis is not on winning, but on playing, having fun and self-improvement.
Team Selection and Notification: Team rosters are changed each year so that players can make new friends and so certain teams do not dominate perennially. Coaches should be contacting players in early July. Rosters will appear in the Cortland Standard newspaper by the first Saturday of July.
Why Girls and Boys Have Separate Teams: The decision to put girls and boys on separate teams was made by the association at the end of the year coaches meeting in 1993. Youth soccer associations in other states had found that separating the sexes lead to greater participation and longevity. We also have found this to be true.
Opening Day: Saturday July 19th. Team pictures will be held at Suggett Park. Geared 2 Sports will also have a tent set up on these dates offering everything from cleats to shin guards as well as other accessories.
Equipment: Players are provided with a game jersey. Players must provide their own: shorts, socks, shin guards. Soccer cleats with 10 or more molded studs are recommended, but not required.
Game Postponement: The decision to postpone a game will typically be made at the field by the coaches and referee. Light rain is not a sufficient reason to postpone a game. If you disagree with the decision to play in inclement weather, you should contact the coach and not allow your child to play. Due to limited field space in the Cortland and Homer area, make-up games are not always possible. Coaches Only: Please contact CCYSA Registrar Pat Graham (607.756.8397) if you are interested in trying to make a game up.
Financial Contributions: Donations from individuals, organizations and business are welcome. Checks can be made out to “Cortland County Youth Soccer Association” and sent to Chris Hotchkiss, Alliance Bank, 65 Main Street, Cortland.
PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Assisting: You may become a coach or assistant coach even if you are new to the sport. We provide training clinics and on-going support as needed.
Transportation: You are responsible for arranging the transportation for your child to and from practices and games. Never leave a child unless you see that adult supervision is present. Arrive before the end of practice so the coach can leave on time.
Spectator Conduct: Show good sportsmanship. Set a good example for your children. Under no circumstances should you openly criticize referees, coaches or players. Applaud good plays by the opposing team as well as your own. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the vicinity of any game.
Rosters: Rosters were listed in Cortland Standard newspaper early July.
Practices: Practices may begin after rosters are posted and are determined by each coach.
Opening Day: July 19th & July 26th @ Suggett Park, Cortland with Geared 2 Sports / Pictures. Pictures for Marathon and McGraw will be held in those towns at a time to be determined.
Coaches Game/ Equipment Return: Date to Be Announced, at Suggett Park
CCYSA FAQ ABOUT THE 2008 SUMMER SOCCER PROGRAM
Q: What age does my child have to be in order to play?
A: Your child must be at least 5 years old by July 31, 2008.
Boys and girls can play to the age of 12. After that, they can then play in the Tri-County league.
Q: What is Tri-County?
A: This is a soccer program for boys and girls going into the 7th grade or higher. It is more competitive, more mature-level of playing. This is organizewd by the Cortland County Youth Bureau. Please contact Manny Lann for details.
Q: What does the $30.00 Registration Fee include?
A: This fee covers insurance for your child, maintenance, referee fees, equipment, coaching and training clinics, and a game jersey.
Q: What is the deadline to sign my child up?
A: The last day registration forms will be accepted is June 1st. A deadline is necessary because it takes up to 1 month to set the teams, set schedules and send insurance fees to NYS West Youth Soccer Association. This is all done by a small group of volunteers and therefore takes time. By extending the deadline, it only hinders the process. Every effort is being made to make registering easier for you. In addition to our sign-up sessions, each player registered the year before will receive in the mail a registration form that can be mailed in.
Q: Can my child be on (coaches name) Team?
A: Each year we have approximately 1000+/- children sign up for our recreational program. It creates a logistical nightmare when players ask to be placed on specific teams. The only exception will be if you are the coach, then obviously your child will be placed on your team.
Q: My child doesn’t know anyone on their team! Can I switch teams?
A: No, for the same reason mentioned above. Also, soccer is a team sport. We should encourage children to make new friends. By broadening their circle of friends, it will only benefit them in the years to come.
Q: What type of equipment does my child need to play?
A: Shin-guards covered by soccer socks are mandatory! We recommend soccer-molded cleats, however, sneakers are fine.Q: How old do you need to be to ref a game?
A: There has to be a 2 age-group difference between the players and the referee. You can begin refereeing at age 10.
Q: I’m being asked to coach. Why?
A: As mentioned earlier, there are over 1000 children who want to play recreational soccer! We do not want to turn any child away. Often, players far exceed the volunteer coaches. We understand your reluctance to coach, for this reason we provide coaching clinics, books and video tapes to help you prepare. Board members and other coaches are always available for questions as well.
Q: What other volunteer positions are there in this program?
A: We are actively trying to put together a fund-raising committee. There is an area on the registration form for you to sign-up. Please consider doing so.