2003 U10 Boys Rep Team

About the Team

Rep soccer is at a level that exceeds “ recreational “ and accordingly requires a higher level of commitment and intensity by players, parents and coaches.

Enjoyment of the game is still a primary coaching objective, though we ask for and expect a more focused effort (in practice and games) from the players than in ‘recreational’.

Rep play is an opportunity for each player to more fully develop their soccer technique, game sense, team play, and sportsmanship. Greater demands are made on player and parent time. Half our games will be at High park and half are away, predominantly in West Toronto.

We are looking for :

• Positive attitude
• Personal skill and the ability to work with other players
• Love of soccer
• Support of other players
• Coachability
• Enthusiasm and commitment to playing at the rep level

Coach’s soccer expectations for parents :

• Parents will be asked to provide assistance to the team in the organization of team and club activities.
• Parents will be asked to provide their outdoor season vacation schedule so the coaches can plan for players’ absences prior to July and August.
• Game time is for players to play… it is their chance to make decisions and use what they have learned in practice and elsewhere. We on the sidelines need to allow them this chance.

Players are distracted by instructions during the game. Please refrain from any coaching; offer encouragement and praise instead.

• Talk to a coach if you think something needs to be said to a player. That way, the coaching will be consistent and in a language all players can benefit from
• Remember: you are a model of behavior and the children are listening. Be respectful of the referee and both team’s players at all times.

Sponsorships

• The U10 boys team is currently looking for sponsorships

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