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INTRAMURAL COACHES GUIDE

Welcome back !

Remember you have an important impact on a group of young children. Your player’s and their parent’s enthusiasm and excitement are contagious, direct it in positive ways. Keep in mind that while the secondary objective of the intramural program is to develop good players, the primary aim is to let children have a good time, and instill in them a love for a terrific game.

Thanks for all you do.

You make the Plainedge Soccer Club Intramural program work.

ADMINISTRATIVE WORK

By now all parents should have been notified of the opening day:

March 22 for Munchkin, Small Fry and Pee Wee Divisions
March 29 for Bantam and 135 Divisions.

Specify the time and place for the first practice and/or game.

Remind them to always bring soccer cleats, shin guards, the proper size ball, and a water bottle and that no jewelry, earrings or metal hair clips may be worn.

Prepare the following items for parents:

Roster with addresses and phone numbers
Game schedule, practice schedule, and snack assignments. The latter is more important to young players than the final score.

Try to involve your parents as much as possible throughout the season.

FIELD SET UP AND BREAKDOWN

Munchkin/Small Fry

If you are the first game, arrive a few extra minutes early to place the nets in position. Coaches with the last game need to place goals to end of the field against the end sump fence or at the corner of the other end away from the steps.

Pee Wee

If you are the first game, arrive a few extra minutes early to place the goals in proper position and make sure the NETS ARE SECURED with sand bags or stakes. Corner flags must be placed on each corner. Flags are stored in back of the Snack Shack. Coaches with the last game must place the goals in each corner of the Middle School field as close as possible to the fence and place the corner flags in storage.

Bantam/135

The goals should already be in place, but check to ensure they are secured. At the end of the game you do not have to move the nets. Corner flags are stored in the shack storage area. If you are the last game, the flags must be put away.

REFEREES

If known before start of game, you will be contacted by your division commissioner advising a referee will not cover the game. If this happens, or if a referee fails to show up, then the two coaches must agree on one of the coaching staff or suitable parent to referee the game. If you are not notified that your game will be without a referee please e-mail your commissioner after the game.

Plainedge Soccer Club has zero tolerance for any abusive remarks or conduct to officials or referees. If a problem arises, discuss it with your Division Commissioner and Head Referee Tom Marchena.

GAME CANCELLATIONS

All games must be played as scheduled.
Due to poor weather conditions or unplayable fields any cancellations of games will be decided by the Club President, Head Referee and Intramural Director and will be posted on the club website. Please ensure you check the club website before leaving for the field. Ensure that all parents are aware of what will happen in the event of cancellations.

GAMES

Every intramural player must play 50% of the game time.
Always be prepared. Wear your provided Plainedge Soccer Coach’s shirt so that you are easily recognized by the players, parents, and officials.
Arrive at the field 20 minutes before the game. Instruct your players to arrive 15 minutes before the game for a gentle warm up.

Use the correct size ball:

Munchkin / Small Fry : ages 4 to 5 years: # 3 ball
Pee Wee / Bantam : ages 6 to 12 years: # 4 ball
Travel : ages 13 years and up: # 5 ball

Small Fry coaches note – During Spring season throw-ins will be taken

All players must wear shin guards under socks and remove all jewelry including earrings. No casts, splints, immobilizers, or any other orthopedic devices are permitted.

No eyeglasses containing any metal parts may be worn and plastic sport glasses must be worn instead.
The Home team will wear WHITE and the Visiting team RED.
Proper colored jersey must be worn on the outside of all clothing.

No exposed hoods are permitted.
Teach your players to respect the rules of the game and the officials. Parents and players will follow your direction and actions when there is a disagreement with a call.
Encourage a positive game experience. Acknowledge the efforts of players on both teams.

No scores should have more than a 5-goal differential.

Snacks to be handed out at end of game and not Half Time.

End all games with a handshake and cheer.

INJURIES

The PSC provides all registered players with general accident and liability insurance from Bollinger and Markel Insurance Company. This policy is EXCESS OVER any other valid insurance or health plan and all claims are paid on a usual and customary basis. Each claim is subject to a $500 deductible.
Any incident or injury occurring at a scheduled game or team practice session requiring emergent care at an surgicare center, emergency room or physician office must be reported to the Division Commissioner immediately. The team coach is responsible for notifying the Division Commissioner and completing an injury report.

FIELDS

There are NO PETS permitted on our school fields at any time.
NO SMOKING is permitted on our school fields.
Encourage your players to respect our playing area.
Dispose of all snacks and water bottles in the appropriate waste receptacles.

PRACTICE FIELDS

Practice space continues to be extremely tight this season due to increased enrollment and lack of field space.

You are NOT allowed to practice on the East Plain Elementary School Field or the Plainedge Middle School Sump Field at anytime.

Intramural teams may practice at Schwarting or Packard if no other sports clubs are present holding field permits, or at one of our towns “pocket playground fields”.

Middle School Field (not the Sump Field) is available for Pee Wee and Bantam team practice. Please check with your Division Commissioner for days we have permit.

Important – use of the nets is allowed but they must be placed back in corners of the field area when you have finished with them,

Any changes to the fields availability will be advised by your Division Commissioner.

Here is a list of some “pocket playground” parks and schools that can accommodate your teams:

Packard Middle School – Located on Idaho
Amherst Road Park - tucked in between Hicksville Road and East Plain.
Ludwig Park – tucked in behind Carvel off Hicksville Road.
Margaret Road Park – Tucked in between Hicksville Road and East Plain.
Elizabeth Road Park – Off Boundary in behind John West.
Hunter Ridge and Pine St Park – Off Hicksville Road in towards

High School.

North Rosemary Park – One block in from Iowa baseball field.
Schwarting Elementary School – Use the baseball outfield and front lawn.

Remember that all four divisions are instructional. Large field areas are not needed to reinforce and practice basic skills of ball handling, dribbling, passing and shooting.

Please cooperate and share field space with other coaches if we have multiple teams at the same field at the same time.

Also, we may NEVER use any field that is being used by a School Athletic Team.

DEVELOPMENTAL PROGRAM

PSC Developmental program is designed to provide additional training and experience for any player interested in advancing his/her soccer skills. This is in addition to the regular Small Fry, Pee Wee and Bantam games/practices.

Beyond teaching and polishing the fundamental skills of soccer, these teams give the player a chance to compete in scrimmages, tournaments, inter-leagues (U9 only) and Winter Indoor League against teams from other clubs.

Developmental groups play and practice year round with the tournaments mostly held on holiday weekends, like our own Thanksgiving, MLK and Fathers Day Tournaments.

There is an extra cost involved dependent on the number of events entered by the coach. The cost of this program is heavily subsidized by PSC.

The commitment level is much higher than Intramural and players are expected to make practices, training and tournaments.

Many times when these groups are formed they become the base for a future travel team. Information will be posted on the club web site and supplied to Intramural coaches who are expected to promote this program to ALL players on their team

RISK MANAGEMENT/KID SAFE PROGRAM

The Plainedge Soccer Club is a proud participant in the Kid Safe Program sponsored by Long Island Junior Soccer League and Eastern NY Youth Soccer Association.
As of Sept 1, 2007 all Plainedge Coaches & Board Members have had a complete background check as required by the league in an effort to safe guard all our kids.

Nobody can coach a game or run a practice without having passed a background check. Contact Donna Borgogelli if you need details of how to apply. If a situation arises where a person with a completed background check cannot attend a game then another person can cover the game/practice but that persons name must be notified to your division commissioner prior.

COACHING CLINICS

Mandatory coaching clinics are held annually for all intramural coaches.

Visit the club website and go to the COACHES CORNER link to download coaching manuals for all Intramural divisions.

WEB SITE

www.plainedgesoccerclub.com
Coaches and parents are encouraged to log on and stay current with all the league’s activities. News, contact and schedules when available will be posted here. Game cancellations and fields closings will also be posted on this site.

TEAM WEBSITES

Visit www.leaguelineup.com to create a free website for your intramural team.

It is a great communication tool (if updated properly)

END OF SEASON FESTIVAL

The club will hold a festival for all Munchkin, Small Fry and Pee Wee players on June 14h (with times to be advised). Games, Rides, Drinks and Snacks will be available plus a trophy presentation for ALL players.

CHRISTIAN JACOBSEN MEMORIAL BANTAM CUP

This round robin format tournament is a great day of soccer fun for all our Bantam Division players. All teams participate for the opportunity to take home the Bantam Cup. This season’s tournament will be held on June 14 at Eastplain and the schedule will be forwarded to coaches when available. This event will include a trophy presentation to ALL players along with drinks and snacks provided by the club.

SUMMER CAMP

This years NOGA camp will be held at Eastplain July 27th – 31st

Brochures for distribution will be handed out during Spring season and at registration nights. The club will also offer team and individual camps with USAS with details to be distributed during the Spring season.

REGISTRATION DATES FOR SEASON 2009/10

Tuesday May 5 : Commerce Bank, Stewart Avenue 6:00-8:00 pm

Wednesday May 13 : Commerce Bank, Stewart Avenue 6:00-8:00 pm

Tuesday May 19 : Plainedge High School 6:30 – 9:00 pm (Budget Vote)

FATHERS DAY TOURNAMENT 2009

The Plainedge Soccer Club is proud to host its 6th Annual Father's Day Weekend Intramural Tournament.

Once again, the tournament will be held at the Town of Oyster Bay Stillwell Fields in Syosset, and will take place on Saturday & Sunday of Father's Day Weekend.

The Tournament is open for Boys and Girls in the following age groups:

U6, U7, U8 and U9. All our Developmental groups will be represented.

This is our largest tournament of the year and by far the biggest fundraising event for the Club. WE NEED VOLUNTEERS!!! We will need assistance with selling food and snacks, t-shirts, preparing the fields, securing sponsors and vendors for the event etc… Please consider volunteering a few hours of your time over the Father’s Day Weekend and encourage your parents to do the same. Please contact the club’s secretary, DonnaBorg@optonline.net if you or some parents are able to assist.

GENERAL MEETINGS
General meetings are held four times a year at Plainedge High School. Coaches are expected to attend and parents are encouraged to attend. Your input, suggestions, and feedback are needed. Meeting dates will be listed on our web site.

SPONSORSHIP / FUNDRAISING PROGRAM

The PSC are seeking sponsorships in various ways from area organizations and businesses. For further information please contact our fundraising director Pat Smith

E-Mail ultimatepest@optonline.net Tel 516-458-2635

The Plainedge Soccer Club is dedicated to providing lifelong memories through the wonderful game of soccer to the children of our community. Our goal is to set the foundation for a physical life which emphasizes participation, teamwork, sportsmanship, leadership and community service. We hope that the time spent in our club will leave each member with a lasting appreciation for fitness, team and community.

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A message from the kids -

A mother was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her daughter.

Suddenly the girl burst into the kitchen.
"Careful! CAREFUL! Put in some more butter!
Oh my goodness!
You're cooking too many at once. TOO MANY!
Turn them! TURN THEM NOW!
We need more butter.
Oh my WHERE are we going to get MORE BUTTER?
They're going to STICK! Be Careful. CAREFUL!!!
I said be CAREFUL!!
You NEVER listen to me when you're cooking! Never!
Turn them! Hurry up!
What are you doing the yolk will break.

Are you CRAZY!

Have you LOST your mind?
Don't forget to salt them. You know you always forget to salt them.
Use the salt. USE THE SALT! THE SALT!!!"

The mother stared at her.
"What is wrong with you?
You think I don't know how to fry a couple of eggs?"

The daughter calmly replied . . .
"I just wanted to show you what it feels like when I'm trying to play soccer."

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Thoughts………

“For some reason, adults – some who can’t even kick a ball – think it’s perfectly okay to scream at children while they’re playing soccer. How normal would it seem if a mother gave a six-year-old some crayons and a coloring book and started screaming? “Use the red crayon! Stay in the lines! Don’t use yellow!” You think that child would develop a passion for drawing? Most important, parents must realize that playing sports is a way for children to express themselves

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As a coach, I’ve come to a frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element on the field.
It is my personal approach that creates the climate.
It is my daily mood that makes the weather.
As a coach, I possess the tremendous power to make a child’s life miserable or Joyous.
I can be a tool of torture or an instrument of inspiration.
I can humiliate or humor, hurt or heal.
In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis will be escalated or de-escalated.
It is my response to the situation that dictates whether a child is humanize or de-humanized.