Girls’ Soccer Web-page

http://www.chlive.org/jwade/soccer.htm

TEAM GUIDELINES FOR GIRLS SOCCER

The following set of guidelines s based on the Cherry Hill Board of Education Athletic Philosophy. Emphasis is placed on building responsibility and loyalty to the school, the program, the team and coaches. To be a member of the Beck Girls Soccer Team the student must:

1) Conduct herself in a responsible manner that will bring respect for her school by demonstrating positive actions and words to opponents, officials, teammates and coaches.

2) Show loyalty to the program by being present for the practices and games. A note is required for every absence except for being absent from school (which is an excused absence.)

3) Follow practice and game day procedures (outlined in this packet) and be willing to participate at 100% of her capacity.

4) Be able to accept the coaches decision as to playing time and position played.

5) Report all injuries to the coach.

6) Wear no jewelry during practice or games.

7) Wear the issued team uniform for games only. Undergarments that show beneath the uniform pants must match the color of the pants. Team socks must be pulled up over the shin guards. Hair control devices must be of a soft e material like a Scrunchie. No full head covering may be worn. (Religious/medical exceptions only)

8) Be responsible for the care and prompt return of the issued uniform or the prompt payment for any parts not returned.

9) Stay with the team in the designated area for pre game warm ups and the entire game, pay attention to the game and follow game day procedures (outlined in this packet.) Misuse of material/supplies will not be tolerated.

10) Accept the official’s decision as to rule violations without comment or gesture. Only the designated captain may ask an official for rule explanation.

11) Stay until the end of the entire game and help with equipment if asked unless an unforeseen circumstance arises.

12) Be willing to assist at home games by being a sideline ball girl and help with team equipment.

1 3) Conduct herself appropriately on the team bus by: being seated while the bus is in motion; keeping all parts of the body inside the bus; making no remarks or gestures to people outside the bus; keeping voice volume low so the driver may concentrate; not bringing seeds to eat and wear seat belts if provided.

14) Sign along with her parent(s) a statement of understanding and willingness to follow the team guidelines and procedures presented in this packet. An infraction of any rule will cause a one game suspension from playing. The athlete is expected to be at the game and help. A second infraction can be cause for dismissal from the team.

TEAM, GAME AND SCHEDULE INFORMATION

In the past a game has consisted of 2-25 to 30 minute halves. The first two halves will be considered the competitive part of the game and count on record. Coaches will make the decision if overtime periods are to be played. An extra period may be played and is designated as a developmental period. During this period team members who have not played in the first two halves will be able to engage in interscholastic competition. If a full developmental squad can not be fielded, players from the first 2 halves will be used to fill in positions. Some schools may be able to play two simultaneous games. This will be determined by availability of players, fields, and officials.

Attached is this year’s proposed schedule. Any changes will be given to the team verbally and changed on the girls’ soccer web page. 

http://www.chlive.org/jwade/soccer.htm

Although late busses are provided after practice, they are NOT provided after games. On the Girls’ Soccer Web-page are directions to the schools on our schedule. Parents may take their own child home directly from away games only if  the coach is notified. If you plan on forming a carpool, directions for notifying the coach are on the contract. The athlete should bring all belongings to the game as the locker room will NOT be opened when the team bus returns to Beck.

Pick up times at Beck as indicated by past experience is: All home games will end approximately at 5:15; Away games we will return to Beck at approximately 6:00.

PRACTICE INFORMATION

There is practice every school day (when no game is scheduled unless you are notified by the coaches, or through the school announcements (make sure you pay attention to both morning and afternoon announcements).

DO NOT WEAR SOCCER SHOES IN THE SCHOOL BUILDING

Procedures for practice are as follows:

1) After 3:00 dismissal bring ALL belongings that you will be taking home to the girls’ locker room. You will not be permitted to go back to your locker.

2) Change into your practice clothing. Shin guards are required (See the coach if you need shin guards.) Have sneakers available in case it’s necessary to have practice indoors.

3) It is wise not to bring valuables to school during the season. Bring your book bag to practice with you and place it in the designated area on the sideline during practice.

4) Report to field by 3:15. Sit in your assigned area and wait for the coaches to begin practice.

5) If you know you will be leaving practice early, bring ALL your belongings with you. Indicate to the coach with a note you will be leaving early. Leave when it is time for you to go.

6) After the coaches dismiss you from practice, return equipment if asked, walkers are to go straight home. Bus riders are to wait outside the school for late busses that leave promptly at 4:30. A copy of the late bus numbers and routes are attached. All students must be picked up by 4:30.

7) No student is allowed back into the school without personal permission from the coach.

8) If you are unprepared to practice you may come to watch to show interest in the program and not be counted as absent.

9) If you will not be attending practice, give the coach a note or send him an e-mail. The note should be in by 2:00. The athlete may not write the note. It must be clearly written and contain Full Name, Date, and Reason for missing practice.

10) A water bottle is highly recommended. A snack/drink is OK. Please clean up.

     * Remember practices are used to evaluate individual and team play skills. It is the responsibility of the athlete to show her skills to the coaches. The coach’s decisions are based upon what they observed and not on past performances or that they are on a team outside of school.

GAME DAY INFORMATION

Home Games - Go to locker room, Change into your uniform, fill your water bottles, bring your book bag to the game with you and place it in the designated area on the sideline during the game. Report to the field by 3:15.

Captions – Designate players to carry out the ball bags and set up corner flags. Lead players in warm-up lap and stretching exercises. Organize and lead warm-up skills and drills as designated by the coach. Meet with the officials and represent the team during the game.

Players - Will be asked to be sideline ball girls during the game if no volunteers can be found.

End of game – All players will meet to shake hands with other team on the sideline for congratulations. Meet with the coach for any post game instructions. Take equipment to the gymnasium if asked. Go home.

Away Games - Locker Go to locker room, Change into your uniform, fill your water bottles, bring your book bag with you, meet the coach in front of the school by the 6^th grade entrance promptly at 3:l5. Remember, to bring all of your belongings on the bus.

Captions -Designate players to carry out the ball bags and medical kit. When we arrive on site, lead the players in a warm-up lap and stretching exercises. Organize and lead warm-up skills and drills as designated by the coach. Meet with the officials and represent the team during the game.

Players -Board the bus as directed by the coach and follow guideline #13. Conduct themselves appropriately on the team bus by: being seated while the bus is in motion; keeping all parts of the body inside the bus; making no remarks or gestures to people outside the bus; keeping voice volume low so the driver may concentrate; not bringing seeds to eat and wear seat belts if provided. Follow the coach’s directions on arrival at the opponent’s field.

End of game - All players will meet to shake hands with other team on the sideline for congratulations. Meet with the coach for any post game instructions. Take equipment to the bus if asked. Go directly to the bus. Those going home with parents the parents must check in with coach. On arrival at Beck take the equipment to the gymnasium if asked. Go home.

 *At home games spectators will be directed to view the game from the side of the field opposite the player’s benches.

*Please do not bring dogs or any other pets to the girls' soccer games.

Beck Girls’ Soccer Schedule

07-08

* “A” Team Only.   

^ Back to Back Games "A" Team plays First.

** “B” Team Only

Please check web-page for updates and changes.

http://www.chlive.org/jwade/soccer.htm

Beck Girls’ Soccer Contract

            We have read and understand the team guidelines and procedures as outlined in the “Beck Girls’ Soccer Packet”. We further agreed to abide by the spirit as well as the content of these procedures and to guide our child in doing so.  We understand that if our child does not follow these guidelines and procedures they will not be permitted to be a member of the team.

            All athletes are expected to travel to and from away games with the team on the bus.  If you choose to drive your child home from some or all of the away games the Parents/Guardians are responsible write a note and to indicate to the coach that they had taken responsibility for their child.

            If you would like to give your child permission to go home from away games with a Parent/Guardian of a teammate you must give the coach a written note indicating specifically who you give your child permission to ride home with. Parents/Guardians of a teammate are responsible to indicate to the coach that they had taken responsibility for your child. If the coach does not receive a written note the child will be required to go back to Beck Middle School on the bus.

                      Parent’s/Guardian’s Signature                                       Date

                      Parent’s/Guardian’s Signature                                       Date

             I have read and understand the team guidelines and procedures as outlined in the “Beck Girls’ Soccer Packet”.  I understand the guidelines and procedures and agreed to abide by them.  I understand that if I fail to follow these guidelines or violate them in any way, I may not be permitted to remain a member of the team.

Parents/Guardians Note

To: Mr. Wade / Mr. Klear

      Beck’s M.S. Coaches

            I the Parent/Guardian of                                                             give permission for

                                                   (Please print your child’s first & last name)

my child to ride home from all away games or the                                                       game

                                                                                     (Please print game & date)

 with:                                                                 or                                                                  

            (Please print first & last name)                                          (Please print first & last name)

or                                                                     or                                                                   

            (Please print first & last name)                                          (Please print first & last name)

I have let them know that they need to indicate to the coach that they had taken responsibility for my child.

From:                                                                                      

(Please print first & last name)

Sign:                                                                                        

Date: