PROGRAM OFFERINGS AND EVENTS

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1 PROGRAM OFFERINGS AND EVENTS MAY 2016

2 VISION Provide the best developmental pathway in support of each player s journey MISSION We enable soccer players to reach their full potential on and off the field, with an emphasis on going to college, by providing a full range of the highest quality soccer-related experiences and empowering each player to select the pathway best suited to their goals. TABLE OF CONTENTS Letter from the President p. 1 EDP By the Numbers - The Bigger Picture p. 2 USSF Mandate Response p. 3 EDP League p. 4-9 EDP League Offerings p EDP Pathway to College p. 15 We work closely with member clubs to develop a positive, fair, and competitive environment based on cooperation and communication. We continually strive to be an extraordinary place to work and develop as professionals. VALUES Trust: Striving to make the right decisions at the right times for the right reasons Loyalty: Earning and valuing mutual commitments among coaches, parents, players and staff Quality: Everything is done well Respect: Everyone is treated with dignity Fair Play: Honoring the rules of the game and the game itself Access: All players deserve opportunities for development Adaptability: Always supporting the customer, even as their needs shift

3 1 EDP has experienced a strong growth in recent years with our members seeking a good game every week. To ensure that we keep the quality of the league intact, we have taken steps to refine our league offering to suit our rebranding efforts, focusing on the Vision, Mission and Values of the organization. This booklet provides a breakdown of the wide variety of programs we offer. Our commitment is to provide the best developmental pathway in support of each player s journey and I feel we are closer to that than ever before was a year in which we were able to expand our range of offerings after a number of successful pilot programs. We now have programs to support all ages - from EDP Futures serving U7-U10(with league and festival play) through to open age play with United Women s Soccer and the EDP Open Cup thanks to the support of United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA). We are especially proud that USASA approved EDP as a national adult league at its recent AGM. This allows us to develop and expand our adult footprint across the nation. United Women s Soccer and the U20/U23 EDP Open Cup allow us to offer programming beyond youth soccer, establishing a developmental progression for players involved in our leagues and tournaments. The EDP NPL/Super Club model has been a great success with some of the region s most prestigious clubs working collectively as a group to maximize the opportunities available to their players. Our new EDP League Schematic is now in place providing a clear picture of our league structure from top to bottom. Our league operations surround appropriate flighting ensuring a low average goal differential and a good game every week as evidenced by our average goal differential of 2.0. Other improvements have been made across the organization especially with the Pathway to College program which really epitomizes what we do. In addition to college soccer recruitment seminars at EDP showcases, Development days and the EDP College Prep Camp in July, the holistic development approach within Pathway to College is making a tangible impact on young players and their journey to college. League games on campus have been another staple of the Pathway to College calendar with successful events at the University of Maryland, Fairleigh Dickinson University, and Rowan University so far in This has generated quite a stir with college coaches who highly value the opportunity to make extensive evaluations of players in the comfort of their own campus. Our hope is that a chance to spend time on campus for players is an inspirational experience as they begin their application process to college. Our staff have worked endlessly to put us in a position to effectively implement these programs and provide opportunities to succeed to the clubs and players associated with our leagues and tournaments. I hope you find offerings in this booklet that fill the needs of your club and look forward to working toward a bright future for the game of soccer in the USA. Steve Shilling EDP President

4 2 T H E B I G G E R P I C T U R E EDP GEOGRAPHICAL REACH EDP LEAGUE GROWTH EDP AVERAGE GOAL DIFFERENTIAL 2011 VT NH ME In 5 years, EDP has grown over 2,500% OH WV NY PA VA MA RI CT NJ DE MD 2.0 EDP ANNUAL GAMES 12, NC EDP EVENT PARTICIPANTS IN 2015, EDP HOSTED TOURNAMENTS FOR NEARLY 8,500 teams PROFESSIONALLY RUN TOURNAMENTS EDP HOURS OF FOOTAGE 2502 EVENT DAY VISITORS 60% traveled 3 hours or less 27% traveled 3-6 hours 13% traveled 6 hours or more 1 MILLION EDP PLAYERS 170, over 20 weekends of outdoor operations annually COLLEGE PLACEMENT SOCIAL MEDIA SNAPSHOT COLLEGE STUDENTS EDP PAGE VIEWS 48,250 IMPRESSIONS 55,000 POST REACH 71,000 IMPRESSIONS 93 % 400,000 per month 11,278 POST REACH EDP COLLEGE ATHLETES 1,500 UNIQUE USERS *EDP EASTER SHOWCASE WEEKEND 52 %

5 3 USSF MANDATE RESPONSE We recognize this is a year our clubs have to deal with significant challenges as a result of the USSF Mandates. EDP is uniquely positioned to help navigate this uncertainty and has developed a process to do this: BRACKETING We ll look beyond birth year to find quality match-ups and will work with clubs to reevaluate and re-bracket teams as appropriate. COMMITMENT TO GRASS ROOTS Programs for U7-U10 via EDP Futures PAIN POINTS Certain key age groups (U14/15, U16, U18/19) have additional complications. We have plans in place to ease the transition as much as possible COACHING EDUCATION EDP will offer coaching education sessions and will incorporate specific recommendations pertaining to the USSF Mandate transition We will be sending a series of communications in the coming weeks with the specific purpose of addressing these issues more deeply. Stay tuned for more information in upcoming issues of EDP News.

6 4 EDP LEAGUES EDP LEAGUE STRUCTURE EDP FUTURES EDP LEAGUES 10 (4v4) (7v7) (9v9) (11v11) (11v11) MOST COMPETITIVE U7 U8-U10 U11-U12 U13-U18 U20-U23 EDP EDP 1 EDP 2 EDP EDP 1 EDP 2 EDP EDP SUPER CLUB EDP 1 EDP 2 EDP EDP NPL/ SUPER CLUB EDP 1 EDP 2 EDP EDP 1 EDP 2 PREMIER PREMIER PREMIER PREMIER MORE COMPETITIVE PREMIER 1 PREMIER 1 PREMIER 1 PREMIER 1 PREMIER 2 PREMIER 2 PREMIER 2 PREMIER 2 CHAMPIONSHIP CHAMPIONSHIP CHAMPIONSHIP COMPETITIVE CHAMPIONSHIP 1 CHAMPIONSHIP 2 CHAMPIONSHIP 1 CHAMPIONSHIP 2 CHAMPIONSHIP 1 CHAMPIONSHIP 2 CHAMPIONSHIP 3 ETC. CHAMPIONSHIP 3 ETC. CHAMPIONSHIP 3 ETC. 10 (5v5) (5v5) (5v5) EDP FESTIVALS

7 5 EDP LEAGUES PLAY FOR ALL AGES AND SKILL LEVELS All EDP leagues are flighted based on competitive age and profile ensuring games are fair, equal and played in a competitive spirit. Standards of quality are constantly monitored with an average goal differential of 2 per game and a good game every week essential to maintaining the competitiveness of the leagues. EDP NPL / SUPER CLUBS EDP is the top tier of the EDP league schematic offering elite clubs the chance to compete among each other in a club v club format in one of the toughest leagues in the country. PREMIER EDP Premier, formerly MAPS Elite, is the 2nd tier of the EDP league schematic. Teams will be flighted appropriately based on their competitive profile with promotion and relegation between EDP premier and EDP. CHAMPIONSHIP EDP Championship, formerly MAPS, is the 3rd tier of the EDP league schematic where applications are separate to those made for EDP and EDP Premier. This league is for competitive teams looking to play locally. EDP FUTURES - U7-U10 All league play from U7-U10 now comes under the EDP Futures program. Clubs have the option to participate in organized league play as well as developmentally-appropriate Futures Festivals after a successful pilot project in Fall League: EDP Futures league brackets are flighted appropriately with smallsided play in line with U.S Soccer development initiatives. Recommended roster sizes are as follows: 4v4: 14 players split into two teams. 7v7: players entered as one team. 9v9: players entered as one team. Festival: EDP Futures Festivals are a series of 4, 5v5, 20-minute games for U6-U10 plus U11 & U12. Futures Festivals are designed to solidify early skills development with limited coaching points from the sideline to encourage confidence, passion and creativity for the game from an early age. Roster Sizes: 12 players entered as two teams and charged as one team.

8 6 EDP LEAGUES CONT. EDP U20/U23 Highly-competitive league play with geographical alignments to reduce travel. EDP offers both men s and women s brackets and leagues run in June and July. Participating teams are eligible for U23 USASA National Championship and may qualify for Lamar Hunt US Open Cup. Cost: $700 league fee, $200 refundable bond. $18 per player carding fee and teams split referee costs per game. EDP FUTSAL Futsal is FIFA s official indoor soccer game designed to improve both fitness and ball control. Stay competitive in winter by playing indoors! EDP offers an eight week Futsal season from mid-december to end of February. The games are 40 minutes long and are played in Central NJ locations such as Rutgers University and Rutgers Preparatory School. Cost: $775 plus teams split referee fees. UNITED WOMENS SOCCER (UWS) United Women s Soccer (UWS) offers ametuer players a unique opportunity to play at a professional standard during the college offseason. Many of the organizations in UWS fill their player pools with college players with aspirations of turning professional. We have built the league with professional administrative standards in regard to stadiums, locker rooms and other key infrastructure facilities. College players can experience a professional level of quality and the stage to pursue a professional soccer career once they complete their college career.

9 7 EDP BENEFITS 2016 FINANCIAL BENEFITS BASIC CLUB MEMBER CLUB SUPER CLUB Coaching Education - 3 Complimentary sessions Coaching Education - 1 Complimentary session $3k Club Bond Preferred Early Bird Open Cup - $100 One consultation with EDP Technical Director Virtuous Giving Eligibility - 50% of Club giving up to $1,500 Scholarship Essay BRAND BENEFITS MEMBER CLUB SUPER CLUB Super Club Badge Member Club Badge Logo on website Included on EDPsoccer.com Super Club Page Included on EDPsoccer.com Member Club Page Games on College Campus One VIP credential for DOC s at events Guaranteed Acceptance for EDP Cups

10 8 PARTICIPATION MODELS EDP NPL / SUPER CLUB EDP / NPL SUPER CLUB The EDP Super Club Model is a select group of clubs that will participate in exclusive club-v-club matches within their division of EDP. Different age groups across a club will play on the same day, at the same location against the relevant opposition. This model allows DOC s the chance to watch and evaluate all teams and coaches at one location creating a better club atmosphere. These clubs must have a strong track record of effective youth training in a developmentally appropriate environment while competing in core EDP events. AN EDP SUPER CLUB Fields high quality premier teams in all age groups. Has a track record of developing players over the long-term that progress to college or other post youth play. This developmental goal takes precedence over commercial interests or winning in the short term. Coaches place an emphasis on developing personal traits for success such as leadership, sportsmanship, and educational achievement. Professional D.O.C to whom all coaches report. All coaches professionally qualified through USSF or NSCAA licensing. Responsive and decision-empowered primary contact to liaise in both directions with EDP on behalf of all teams and the D.O.C. MEMBER CLUB For clubs affiliated with EDP leagues or tournaments that meet certain standards of developmentally-appropriate criteria. Member Clubs commit to certain events, league affiliation and Pathway to College programming. As a member club, you are entitled to a range of benefits that give you a taste of the spectrum of EDP programming. This includes complementary schooling education opportunities and early bird discount offers for EDP tournaments. As a member club, EDP proudly displays your club s logo on the EDP website. INDEPENDENT CLUB For clubs who have elite teams that belong in EDP leagues at certain age groups but not club-wide. Independent clubs are able to apply for EDP events and play in EDP leagues but do not want to or cannot commit to certain requirements of other membership packages. Independent clubs are eligible to submit applications for the EDP Scholarship but are not guaranteed entrance into certain events and programming opportunities.

11 9 COMMITMENT EDP PROGRAM COSTS The pricing structure below shows prices for EDP programming for Fall 2016 and Spring EDP also offers Spring-only options for teams that form late or choose to play the Spring season only. Contact EDP for more details. EDP LEAGUE (U11-U19) EDP & PREMIER AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE U16-U19 U13-U15 U11-U $700 $800 $700 FULL YEAR FULL YEAR FULL YEAR 11V11 11V11 9V9 12/15/2016 7/15/2016 7/15/2016 CHAMPIONSHIP AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE U16-U19 U13-U15 U11-U $450 $550 $450 FULL YEAR FULL YEAR FULL YEAR 11V11 11V11 9V9 12/15/2016 7/15/2016 7/15/2016 EDP FUTURES (U7-U10) LEAGUE AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE U8-U $595 FULL YEAR 7V7 7/15/2016 U $595 FULL YEAR 4V4 7/15/2016 U $360 HALF YEAR 4V4 7/15/2016 FESTIVALS AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE STRUCTURE U7-U $595 FULL YEAR 5V5 8/1/2016 ONLY FESTIVAL U7-U $895 FULL YEAR MIED 7/15/2016 LEAGUE & FESTIVAL U7-U $360 HALF YEAR 5V5 7/15/2016 ONLY FESTIVAL U7-U $220 HALF YEAR MIED 7/15/2016 LEAGUE & FESTIVAL EDP U20/U23 LEAGUE (U17-U23) AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE U20-U $1260 HALF YEAR 11V11 5/1/2016 EDP FUTSAL (U8-U19) AGE BIRTH YEAR COST SEASON FORMAT REGISTRATION DATE U8-U $775 HALF YEAR 5V5 12/1/2016

12 10 TOURNAMENT OFFERINGS EDP EDP TOURNAMENT STRUCTURE COMPETITIVE MORE COMPETITIVE MOST COMPETITIVE EDP CUP FALL U11 - U15 BOYS & GIRLS OCTOBER 8-10, 2016 EDP CUP SERIES EDP SHOWCASE SERIES EDP CUP SPRING U11 - U14 BOYS & GIRLS MAY 26-29, 2017 EDP CUP FALL SHOWCASE EDP CUP SPRING SHOWCASE EDP EASTER SHOWCASE EDP SUMMER SHOWCASE U15 - U19 GIRLS U15 - U19 BOYS U15 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS U15 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS U14 - U18 BOYS & GIRLS NOV , 2016 NOV , 2016 ^JUNE 9-11, 2017 APRIL 14 & 15, 2016 ^JULY 22 & 23, 2017 EDP FALL CLASSIC U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS NOVEMBER 12 & 13, 2016 EDP OPEN CUP EDP FALL KICKOFF EDP ANNUAL COMPETITIONS EDP CLASSIC COMPETITIONS EDP WINTER CLASSIC U14 - U17 BOYS & GIRLS DECEMBER 3 & 4, 2016 EDP MEMORIAL DAY CLASSIC U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS MAY 27 & 28, 2017 USA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE* EDP SUMMER CLASSIC U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS JUNE 17 & 18, 2017 U8 - U14 BOYS & GIRLS U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS AUGUST 20 & 21, 2016 AUGUST 19-21, 2017 MARCH 11 & 12, 2017 DELMARVA CHALLENGE U9-U14 BOYS JUNE 11 & 12, 2016 U11 - U18 BOYS & GIRLS POCONO CUP MEMORIAL PREMIER DAY EDP SEASON STARTERS EDP FALL KICKOFF MARYLAND EDP SUMMER COMPETITIONS LEHIGH VALLEY CHALLENGE U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS JUNE 24 & 25, 2017 CENTRAL JERSEY INVITATIONAL U8 - U19 GIRLS JULY 8 & 9, 2017 POCONO CUP PREMIER BOYS U13 - U18 BOYS & GIRLS EDP SPRING KICKOFF U8 - U19 BOYS JULY 15 & 16, 2017 U8 - U19 BOYS & GIRLS U8 - U19 BOYS U8 - U19 GIRLS MAY 27 & 28, 2017 JULY 8 & 9, 2017 JULY 15 & 16, 2017 MAPS CAPS U8 - U13 BOYS & GIRLS JULY 22 & 23, 2017 POCONO CUP PREMIER GIRLS *EDP has an open application process for all events, with the exception of the USA Champions League ^Event dates are tentative

13 11 TOURNAMENTS EDP CUP & SHOWCASES Great Fields, Great Competition, Great Opportunities All EDP Cup and Showcase tournaments are played at the exquisite, 900-acre Tuckahoe Turf Farms where the turf on 35 fields is the same found in some of the nation s premier sports stadiums. The single location setting with feature fields in close proximity make EDP events at Tuckahoe extremely popular among players, coaches, parents and college recruiters. EDP CUP FALL (COLUMBUS DAY WEEKEND) An elite youth tournament featuring some of the nation s most outstanding teams. This tournament provides one of the toughest tests in the nation to close the year. Over 300 teams enjoy a unique tournament experience with outstanding competition and amazing fields setting the stage for the stars of the future. EDP CUP SPRING (MEMORIAL DAY WEKEEND) Played on Memorial Day weekend, the EDP Cup Spring is one of the final events of the Spring season for EDP and national teams offering them a chance to match up against the best of the best in a three-day format designed to maximize performance. EDP CUP FALL SHOWCASE (LATE NOVEMBER) The EDP Cup Fall Showcase is one of the final events of the year and is usually attended by over 300 college coaches. One of the highlights of the recruitment calendar, this showcase is not be missed for teams looking toward college placement for their players in a premier Pathway to College bracket. This showcase also features the popular three-day format offering more exposure to recruiters. EDP CUP SPRING SHOWCASE (FATHER S DAY WEEKEND) The EDP Cup Spring Showcase is a chance to close out the spring season at a premier showcase headed by a Pathway to College bracket and threeday format. This is one of the final events of the Spring season for many teams and a chance to match up against the nation s best. Games carry a lot of importance as highly-coveted prospects battle to catch the eye of college programs. EDP EASTER SHOWCASE (EASTER WEEKEND) The EDP Easter Showcase is another elite tournament in which college prospects can display their talents in an ideal showcase setting with feature fields in a single-location event. The early showcase opportunity in the spring season is a fantastic time to make an impression on a college coach. EDP SUMMER SHOWCASE (FINAL WEKEEND IN JULY) A summer tournament where you can expect an elite level of play within a collegiate-minded environment. College programs look forward to future recruiting classes and have unrivalled access to over 5,000 prospects in one location. Games are tough with plenty on the line and the opportunity to stake a claim on a college roster makes for a great tournament atmosphere.

14 12 TOURNAMENTS CLASSIC & SEASONAL EVENTS EDP FALL CLASSIC The EDP Fall Classic is a popular event for high school-aged teams looking to rejoin the action and test themselves against a strong tournament field. For younger teams, the EDP Fall Classic presents a chance to close out the season in a premier event competing against some of the most talented teams in the region. EDP WINTER CLASSIC Close out the calendar year alongside elite regional travel clubs at the EDP Winter Classic held for high-school-aged teams looking for competitive play following the completion of the High School season. EDP MEMORIAL DAY CLASSIC The EDP Memorial Day Classic is the perfect way to close out the spring season and step into summer. Participating teams can expect strong competition between regional travel sides in a family-friendly tournament setting. EDP SUMMER CLASSIC A traditional favorite of the summer season, the EDP Summer Classic provided over 600 teams with a great tournament in The Summer Classic is the only event outside the EDP Cup and Showcase Series to be played at Tuckahoe Turf Farms offering over 10,000 players the chance to play at a premier venue on pro-standard turf. EDP FALL KICKOFF The EDP Fall Kickoff is a great chance to start the tournament season with an appropriate challenge before focus turns to league play. Conveniently located, the Kickoff brings together teams from across the region for a weekend of competitive soccer to sharpen up heading into Fall. EDP SPRING KICKOFF Start your Spring as you mean to go on with a strong performance at the EDP Spring Kickoff where participants can enjoy a relaxed tournament environment as teams prepare in anticipation of the upcoming season.

15 13 TOURNAMENTS LEAGUE EVENT YOUTH DIVISIONS (LIMITED TO THE EDP SERVICE AREA) EDP is excited to host its 3rd Annual Open Cup across the region. As an open competition, youth teams are welcome to participate in this single elimination event regardless of which league they represent. Cost: $200 USA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE USA Champions League (USACL) is an annual competition administered by EDP. USACL is designed to complement league play alongside a limited regional travel. Clubs will be invited to compete in this prestigious tournament, with the ultimate aim of being crowned the Champion of Champions. The competition commences with the regional group stages, in which games take place throughout the fall and spring. Generally, three teams will form a bracket playing each other to determine a group winner. The winner of each regional group will advance to the finals event in mid-late June, where a champion will be decided in a one-game elimination format. The finals event, which will be hosted at a central location, allows elite teams to face unfamiliar opposition in a competitive environment. EDP OPEN CUP A single elimination national cup that uses a geographic model to balance both competition in early rounds whilst also limiting travel requirements. Teams will have the chance to travel regionally and nationally as they advance into the quarter final stage and beyond with a National championship game for the finalists on the line. The EDP Open Cup for adults is modelled on the US Open Cup and is modified to align schedule requirements with the typical college player s availability.

16 14 TOURNAMENTS GUARANTEED ACCEPTANCE PROGRAM Through an arrangement with fellow tournament providers, EDP is able to offer guaranteed acceptance to league teams in EDP Division One and selected Division Two teams - subject to availability for qualified teams - to these tournaments. JEFFERSON CUP The Jefferson Cup is a youth soccer tournament held annually since 1981 in Richmond, Va. hosted by the Richmond Strikers soccer club. Over 1,000 boys and girls teams are typically accepted to attend with several hundred more teams declined admission to the tournament every year due to limited capacity. Age groups run from Under 11 to Under 18. BETHESDA The Bethesda Premier Cup is one of the top competitive youth soccer tournaments in the country with over 1000 of the top clubs in the country participating. LEHIGH VALLEY The Lou Ramos Classic is held over two weekends with separate events for boys and girls. Now in it s 9th year, the Lou Ramos Classic is regarded as a premier event in the Fall tournament calendar. MANHATTAN KICKOFF Manhattan Soccer Club and National Elite Soccer Showcase (NESS) present the eigth annual Kick-Off Classic, home to ECNL, USSF, Region One, NERP, NPL, EDP, US Club, ENYSSA and top international teams, with more than 150 college coaches expected to attend.

17 15 PREPARATION PATHWAY TO COLLEGE EDP PATHWAY TO COLLEGE The purpose of Pathway to College is to create a developmentallyappropriate environment that will prepare young athletes for college through a series of on-field and off-field programs. Each pillar is designed to educate our athletes about what may lie ahead in the next phase of their athletic and/or academic lives. Each pillar is designed to educate our athletes about what may lie ahead in the next phase of their athletic and/or academic lives.to date, over 3000 players have been involved in Pathway to College programming. Pathway to College is available at no cost to EDP members.* PILLARS OF EDP - PATHWAY TO COLLEGE TEAM Team games on campus: Potential recruits get the opportunity to experience the college soccer environment during league play. Pathway to College Showcases: Showcase your talent in from of college coaches from D1, 2 and 3 schools at EDP Showcases and on College Campuses. INDIVIDUAL U11-U14 Development and Festival Days: Offering younger players and parents the chance to make an early association with college soccer through seminars and advanced competition, hosted by college coaches. U15-U17 College Placement Camp: Giving nominated EDP players the all-round college experience including a 2-night stay in campus accommodation, college coach sessions and round-robin games. * Players are responsible for cost of attending College Placement Camp.

18 16 NPL CLASSIC SERIES SEASON STARTERS SUMMER TOURNAMENTS EDP PREMIER CHAMPIONSHIP

19 17 EDP NPL SUPER CLUBS SUPER CLUB BOYS 2015 SUPER CLUB GIRLS 2015

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