TABLE OF CONTENTS MSI ACADEMY MISSION 3. Organizational Structure..4. Training Philosophy.4. Player Development.5. Player Evaluation.

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1 MSI ACADEMY U09-U12 MSI is a non-profit youth soccer organization that promotes youth soccer in Montgomery County. MSI emphasizes each child's enjoyment, personal growth, skill development and team experience through excellent leadership, fair play and good sportsmanship

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS MSI ACADEMY MISSION 3 THE MSI ACADEMY Organizational Structure..4 Training Philosophy.4 Player Development.5 Player Evaluation.5 League Games..5 Additional MSI Information 5 GOALS AND TRAINING OVERVIEW 6 ADVANTAGES OF POOL TRAINING 7 SCHEDULE OF ACADEMY ACTIVITIES ACADEMY STAFF COST OF PARTICIPATION MSI ACADEMY PLAYER RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS.12 Signature Page...13 PARENT GUIDELINES...14 Signature Page

3 MSI ACADEMY MISSION The mission of MSI Academy is to develop every player to his/her fullest potential, with a curriculum designed specifically for the U9-U12 age group. The environment of the MSI Academy will allow players to have fun, learn to play naturally, develop a love for the game, and become more creative and confident. 3

4 THE MSI ACADEMY Organizational Structure MSI Academy is organized and managed by MSI, with team-level implementation by Academy Staff Coaches who are MSI employees. MSI Academy Staff meet periodically to review the program and make adjustments to continually improve the developmental experience for all players. All decisions relating to program structure, team activities, team expenditures, etc. will be made by MSI, after consultation with Academy Staff. Logistical management of each team is supported by a Team Manager. The Team Manager shall be a parent who is able to volunteer sufficient time to maintain effective communication with all team parents and the coach, prepare player identification cards and rosters, submit applications to tournaments, etc. Team Managers shall attend annual meetings with MSI, in order to ensure full understanding of program objectives and to receive guidance as to how best to accomplish those objectives. As they advance through the program, players are exposed to different coaches and styles, much as they do from one grade to another in school. MSI Academy coaches historically have worked with teams for a 2-year period of time within the age ranges of U09-U10 and U11-U12. MSI Academy is considering transitioning to a 3-year model, whereby Academy coaches would work with teams for a 3-year period of time, specifically the age ranges of U9-U11, U12-U14, and U15-beyond. This progression-based exposure to different coaching environments is consistent with the latest development philosophy espoused by US Soccer, and is one that has proven to be successful in the most innovative soccer academies around the world. MSI is committed to continuing to work with US Soccer to provide the most up-to-date curriculum and training methodologies for the benefit of our players! Academy Coaches will be reviewed at the end of each season and the club reserves the right to change coaches of any team in order to satisfy the needs of the program. Training Philosophy: Our training philosophy works best when all players identify themselves as a part of an integrated program, the MSI Academy, rather than as individuals within a team. Once this distinctiveness takes place, player self-confidence increases with clear benefits both on and off the field. Greater competition, increased training satisfaction, and accelerated individual player development are by-products of the pool training environment. 4

5 Player Development: MSI understands that success is a byproduct of player development, and that without technique there are no tactics. With the MSI Academy approach, the focus on improving the individual player s technique is emphasized by placing players in an environment where each feels empowered to make his/her own decisions. This environment cultures decision making and relieves the stress of worrying about whether the choice was good or bad. It rewards a player s willingness to be creative in problem solving. MSI Academy players are allowed to show their abilities in an environment where they play against competition without the fear of losing a match. At the same time, they learn to make decisions in a match-like setting while getting more touches on the ball, thus accelerating their technical development. This allows for more creativity and an easier understanding of the game by the player who will develop an expansive and comprehensive base of soccer knowledge. MSI also recognizes that young players need to get a sense for the game and to learn to play naturally. Player Evaluation: All players are evaluated in training as one pool, not as separate teams. This pool training and evaluation style provided by the Academy allows the players to be shuffled and mixed for various alternative competitions over the course of the year. Players will be grouped in different ways by the coaches, with the players development always taking precedence over game outcome. League Games: Each team within the Academy will participate in league games. These games are intended to focus on player development and not outcome. The breakdown is as follows: Boys U09 Academy will play in MSI Classic at the U10 age group (one year older) Boys U10, Boys U11, and Boys U12 Academy will play in National Capitol Soccer League (NCSL) Girls U09, Girls U10, and Girls U11 Academy will play in Washington Area Girls Soccer League s (WAGS) Pod system Girls U12 Academy will play in a WAGS structured league. Additional MSI Information: The MSI Academy Program is currently undergoing a unification process with the remainder of our club. The U9 teams/pools for the season will be recognized as the MSI United Academy. Teams/pools currently U10 and above will continue to be referred to as the MSC Academy. From 2013 forward, all new academy teams/pools will be named MSI United Academy. This is in effort to create one cohesive soccer club that is recognized under one distinct name. Upon graduation from the Academy Program, club teams will carry forward under the name MSI United. 5

6 GOALS Improving Technique - When players improve their technical ability they grow in confidence and give themselves a greater capacity to process information, which is vital in the development of young soccer players. Improving Teamwork - Another way to increase enjoyment of the game is through interaction with team mates through small group activities which enhance skillful and imaginative play. Establishing High Standards - Discipline is a key factor when learning the game of soccer. MSI expects all players to attend each training session. MSI also require that the players treat the coaching staff, opponents, and referees with the utmost respect. Preparedness Players need to arrive early to training sessions with proper attire and gear. This includes shirts tucked in and socks pulled up, displaying proper MSI training apparel. Mandatory items include a proper size soccer ball for the player s age group, shin guards, and a water bottle for every training session. TRAINING OVERVIEW Acquirement of overall soccer skills, with a 3:1 ratio for training to competition Progression of fundamental movement skills Continue to develop strength with exercises based in body-weight resistance, jumping/bounding, and balance Continue to improve speed with specific activities related to agility, quickness, and change of direction Develop endurance through training games and activities Introduce basic flexibility exercises Cultivate knowledge of warm up, cool down, stretching, hydration, nutrition, and recovery principles Present techniques to sharpen player focus Training programs are structured on an age appropriate basis, with a logical developmental progression throughout the Academy age groups 6

7 THE ADVANTAGES OF POOL TRAINING The pool training offered by the Academy accounts for different rates of physical and/or technical maturation and game awareness. Player development at the Academy ages is very fluid and flexible in the pool system, therefore negating a rigid, less appropriate team system. By mixing players outside their respective teams into pools, we allow for all the positive developmental aspects that come from stepping beyond their comfort zone. Isolationism amongst our youngest teams can be detrimental to young players development. Since players develop at different levels and varying speeds, pool training gives coaches access to develop the best in each player by training them all together. This allows each player to be challenged in different ways by his/her teammate and encourages players to learn from each other. The players across a given age group are evaluated on a regular basis by the coaching staff, which is beneficial for everyone. Pool training allows players to be exposed to two different and professionally licensed coaches at every session. The head coach creates and leads the session while the assistant supports and helps maintain a smooth transition from activity to activity. This tandem coaching approach works to further develop the players while providing multiple learning opportunities from each coach s vast knowledge base. Pool training is competitive across all teams, giving players a chance to learn from and measure themselves against the best talent of their own age. For the best players, it is an opportunity to demonstrate skill and gain confidence and also to be a model for the players who are not yet as strong. Pool training allows us to develop Academy players that will form and become the competitive teams from U9-U12. Through U12, teams play on modified fields in 7v7 or 8v8 format. Tactics and teams are secondary to the development of individuals in 1v1 and small-group settings. Players are placed in an environment that allows them to develop an awareness of the club culture among different peers with whom they may compete in the future. 7

8 SCHEDULE OF ACADEMY ACTIVITIES Listed below is a basic breakdown of the current MSI Academy training schedules for all ages and both genders. Academy teams practice twice weekly (mandatory) with a supplemental training (3 rd session) offered on Wednesday nights. Games and tournaments are not included in this outline. This schedule is offered as an outline and is subject to change due to various reasons such as inclement weather, field availability, etc. The MSI website, team coaches, and managers will use multiple outlets of communication to keep all players and families up-to-date as best possible. MSI staff can be contacted with any questions during office hours: 10:00am- 4:00pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The MSI office is closed on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays but is always available online at Fall Season Winter Season Spring Season Summer Season Time Frame Mid August - Mid November January - February March - Mid June Mid June -Mid August Training 2 times per week* 2 times per week^ 2 times per week* Supplemental Training 1 time per week for 6 weeks# 1 time per week for 6 weeks* League Play Tournaments Number of games vary by season; played on Saturdays and/or Sundays^ #1 -- Late August or Labor Day Weekend^ #2 -- Columbus Day Weekend or November^ * denotes weeknight commitments # denotes optional weeknight activities ^ denotes weeknight & weekend commitments Number of games vary by season; played on Saturdays and/or Sundays^ #1 -- Late March ^ #2 -- Memorial Day Weekend^ Optional drop-in play is offered 1-2 weeknights each week# 8

9 CONTACT INFORMATION Steve McKenna MSI Academy Coordinator Primary Academy Contact ext: 104 Montgomery Soccer, Inc Standish Place Suite 108 Rockville, MD Shawn Kuykendall Director of Player Development ext: 106 MSI ACADEMY COACHES INFORMATION NAME AGE GROUP LICENSE Anu Baiyeroju U09 Boys USSF D License anu_baiyeroju@hotmail.com Steve McKenna U09 Girls USSF A License & UEFA B License coachsteve_mckenna@hotmail.com Jesse Balsamo U10 Boys USSF D License vitoriafc.jesse@gmail.com John Hill U10 Girls USSF C License & NSCAA Youth Diploma John.Hill@positivegoalssoccer.org Marc Servais U11 Boys USSF C License & NSCAA Goalkeeping II Diploma marcoservais@gmail.com USSF C License, A.J. U11 Girls NSCAA National Youth License, & DeLaurentis Coerver Coaching Youth Diploma ajdelaurentis@gmail.com Jim Bruno U12 Girls USSF A License jimbruno26@aol.com 9

10 COST OF PARTICIPATION Age Group: U09 U10 U11 U12 Total Cost: $1,600 $1,600 $1,700 $1,700 U09* and U10 Season Amount Due Date Fall $700 July 15 th Winter $225 December 1 st Spring $675 February 1st *Please note that upon joining the Academy program at the beginning of the U09 seasonal year, there is an additional expense of $160 for each player's uniform kit and team backpack. U11 and U12 Season Amount Due Date Fall $750 July 15 th Winter $225 December 1 st Spring $725 February 1st Payment Process: Once selected for participation in the Academy program, parents have two options for making registration payments. All registration fee payments are due in full on the schedule indicated above (though parents who prefer to pre-pay the winter and spring may do so at any time), and fees for each portion of the seasonal year (fall, winter, spring) are non-refundable as of the due dates indicated above. Option 1: Parents may establish an on-line account through the Korrio system (or use their existing one), and register for the Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons for their age group. Upon registering for each season, payment will be made via credit card (a 2.5% transaction fee is added to all credit card payments). Option 2: Parents may send a check to the MSI office. The check should be made payable to MSI. There is no transaction fee added for payments made by check. The office address is: MSI Attention: Academy Registration 7650 Standish Place, Suite #108 Rockville, MD

11 COST OF PARTICIPATION The following expenses are included in the player participation fee: League and tournament games o League entry fees Fall season Winter house program (skills program and futsal game play) Spring season o Tournament entry fees 2 in Fall season 2 in Spring season Club dues Player registration fees for either USCS (U09 Boys) or USYS (all others) Coaching fees o All coaches are professionally licensed Two training sessions per week during Fall, Winter, and Spring seasons Supplemental Skills Development sessions o 3 rd nights during six week period at the start of the Fall and Spring seasons o Includes goalkeepers and field players Practice fields for Fall and Spring seasons Game fields for Fall and Spring seasons Indoor field rentals for all Winter sessions Training jerseys (2 per player each year) Indoor field rentals for inclement weather, Fall and Spring (Note 1) Basic team equipment (Note 2) Note 1: Provides up to $150 per season for each age/gender pool (must be scheduled by Gary Wheeler, MSI Director of Operations) Note 2: Equipment pack is provided to coaches, and includes up to: Pinneys (12) Medical Kit (1) Ice Packs (12) Ball Pump (1) Flat Cones (24) Pop-up goals, 6 wide Game balls (2) Any items supplemental to the above list may be purchased by the parent groups, if they so choose; the designated team parent manager will be responsible for ensuring that such decisions are representative of the team parent group, and for collecting the necessary funds from the team parent group. 11

12 PLAYER AND PLAYER S FAMILY RIGHTS and OBLIGATIONS All MSI Academy parents should review the following and indicate that they have done so by signing and returning a copy of this document to their team manager (who will forward to MSI). Please retain a copy for your records. Player/Parent Rights Players are rostered to and are entitled to remain on Academy teams for a full seasonal year (August 1-July 31). Players who enter the MSI Academy program in the U9 or U10 year have the right to remain in the program through the spring of the U10 year provided the family is in good standing (see below). Players who enter the MSI Academy program during the U11 or U12 year have the right to remain in the program through the spring of the U12 year provided the family is in good standing. Pursuant to MSYSA and US Club rules, a player may choose to be released from an Academy team at any time. Upon receiving the release paperwork from the player s family, the release will be executed within 5 calendar days of its receipt by the team manager. Provided the player is in good standing, the player may transfer to another team. A player may be released involuntarily only for the following reasons: (1) The player has violated rules of US Soccer, US Youth Soccer, MSYSA or US Club Soccer (2) The player s family is unable to consistently attend all team trainings and games or cannot be contacted (3) In instances where the player or the player s family is a disruptive influence and the efficient management of the team is compromised A player s parents have the right to discuss their child s progress in the Academy program with the coach at a time that is mutually convenient for both parties. It is expected that parents will not attempt to engage the coach regarding these matters at times when the coach is involved with or preparing for team games or practices. Player/Parent Obligations A player s family is deemed to be in good standing when all of the following criteria are met: All fees are paid If the family chooses to leave the Academy program, notification in written letter or will be given to the coach and Academy Program Coordinator before July 1 (fall season), November 1 (winter season), February 1 (spring season). At all practices, games and other team activities, players are expected to arrive on time as specified by the coach, and to be prepared to play with appropriate attire and equipment. Only in extreme circumstances will players be excused from team activities. The family should be openly supportive of the team and willing to lend a hand whenever possible. Parents are responsible for reading and understanding the Parent Guidelines as provided by MSI. 12

13 FOR PLAYERS & PARENTS/GUARDIANS: By my signature, I indicate that I have read and understood the above Players/Player s Family Rights and Obligations. Name of Player Name of Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Signature Date 13

14 PARENT GUIDELINES Please refer to your MSI Club Code of Conduct which outlines and provides examples of positive parental support. As a parent of a MSI player, I agree that: I will remember that children participate to have fun and that the game is for youth, not for adults. I will learn the rules of the game and the policies of the league. I will refrain from coaching my child or other players during games and practices unless I am one of the official coaches of the team. I (and my guest/s) will be a positive role model for my child and encourage sportsmanship by showing respect and courtesy and by demonstrating positive support for all players, coaches, officials, and spectators at every game, practice, or other sport related event. I (and my guest/s) will not engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach, player, or parent such as booing, taunting, refusing to shake hands, or using profane language or gestures. I will not encourage behaviors or practices that would endanger the health and/or wellbeing of the players. I will teach my children to play by the rules and to resolve conflicts without resorting to hostility or violence. I will demand that my child treat other players, coaches, officials, and spectators with respect regardless of race, creed, color, sex, or ability. I will teach my child that doing one s best is more important than winning so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or his/her performance. I will praise my child for competing fairly and trying hard. I will never ridicule or yell at my child or other participants for making a mistake or losing a competition. I will emphasize skill development and the importance of practice. I will de-emphasize games and competition in the lower age groups. I will promote the emotional and physical well-being of the players ahead of any personal desire I may have for my own child to win. I will respect the officials and their authority during games and will never question, discuss, or confront coaches at the game field. If I wish to speak with a coach, it will be at a mutually agreed upon time and place. I also agree that if I fail to abide by the aforementioned rules and guidelines I will be subject to disciplinary action that could include, but is not limited to, the following: Verbal warning by official, head coach, and/or head of league organization Written warning Parental game suspension with written documentation of incident kept on file by MSI Game forfeit through the official or coach Parental season suspension 14

15 FOR PARENTS/GUARDIANS: By my signature, I indicate that I have read and understood the included Parent Guidelines as provided by MSI. Name of Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Signature Date Name of Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Signature Date Name of Parent/Guardian Parent/Guardian Signature Date 15