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3 ELITE ACADEMY Nebraska s Premier Girls and Boys Soccer Club Mailing Address: PO Box 895 Gretna, Nebraska Telephone: mkelcher@elitegirlsacademy.com Website: All Payments are payable to: EGA/EBA PO Box 895 Gretna, NE ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK

4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Purpose...1 History...1 Philosophy...1 Our Vision...1 Our Mission...1 Programs...2 Elite Clubs National League (ENCL)...5 ECNL Teams...6 Scholarships...7 Player Responsibilities...7 Game Day Preparation & Tournament Policy...8 Uniform Policy...9 Uniform Purchase Procedure...10 Social Media Policy...10 Team Sponsors Policy...10 Procedures for Handling Problems...11 Transfers and Releases Policy...11 Code of Conduct...12 Coaching Guidelines...14 Individual/Small Training Policy...14 Parent Conduct at Games...15 Elite Academy Fields...16 Elite Academy Facility Rules...17 Bad Weather Procedures...17 Volunteering...17 Important Fall 2017 Spring 2018 Dates Fee Structure...18 Standards & Grievance Form...19 ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK

5 PURPOSE The purpose of this handbook is to guide individuals and the organization s players, parents, coaches and trainers in becoming familiar with the Elite Academy soccer program for youth, ages eight through eighteen. It was written to assist both those familiar with soccer and those with little or no experience in the game. HISTORY Elite Girls Academy was established in January of 2011 with the goal of providing the highest level of club soccer development to girls in the Omaha metro. In 2014 Elite Boys Academy was established with the same principles along with the club creating a new branch in Lincoln. In 2016 Elite Academy Soccer Club was accepted as a member of the Nebraska State Soccer Association. Today we have over 650 players competing in both Omaha and Lincoln. In August of 2017 Elite Girls Academy was officially named a member club of the Elite Clubs National League - PHILOSOPHY Our Vision Our vision within Elite Academy is to develop, assist and support every Elite Academy Soccer Club player in achieving her/his full potential as a young athlete, both on and off the field. Our Mission Elite Academy is Nebraska s premier soccer club. Elite Academy was founded with the goal of providing the opportunity for female/male athletes to train, play, and compete at the very highest skill level, ultimately leading to the award of collegiate scholarships at some of the nation s top schools. Our program is designed and tailored for training and mentoring players who have the desire to hone their skills, have fun, yet compete and win at the state and nation s top levels of competitive soccer. Elite Academy has highly regarded coaching talent, fully accredited and recognized on the national level. Elite Academy has the tools to provide a safe, fun, and professional development environment with the high potential of leading to collegiate level play. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 1

6 PROGRAMS Academy Soccer (U8-U10 year olds) Elite Academy players will participate in the Nebraska Youth Soccer Association s U8, U9 & U10 (6 v 6) Developmental Program (The Academy). The goal of this program is to implement the US Youth Soccer guidelines and recommendations for youth player development. U8, U9 & U10 The emphasis of the Academy is on individual player development. At this age it is extremely important for players to master the skills and fundamentals needed to progress in select soccer at the older ages. Winning games is not the focus of the Academy and while games will be played, no scores or standings will be kept throughout the season. Practices: Games: Tournaments: Travel: Season: Academy Soccer Fee Schedule Monday through Thursday nights, 2 sessions per week, 1.25 hours 1 2 per week 2 3 per season, played in Metro Omaha area, with possibility of 1 tournament played out of state Home games in Omaha/Lincoln, Away games in Metro Omaha Lincoln area Fall: late July late October Winter: November March Spring: April June Academy fees include Elite Academy registration, league fees, facility fees, tournament fees and coaching fees. Academy camps, indoor league fees, out of state tournaments and uniforms are additional charges. All player fees are to be paid in full. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 2

7 Juniors (U11-U12 year olds) U11 & U12 Elite Academy players will participate in the Nebraska Youth Soccer Association s U11 & U12 Program (Juniors). The emphasis of the Juniors program is to further refine individual player development to prepare for the most competitive level of play with the Cup Teams. Focus on improving ball-handling skills, developing field awareness and team play takes place in this age group. Junior Soccer Schedule Practices: Monday through Thursday nights, 2-3 sessions per week, 90 Min Extra: Goalkeeper sessions (free to players) Games: 1 2 per week Tournaments: 3-4 per season, played in Metro Omaha area, with possibility of 2 played out of state Travel: Home games in Omaha, Away games in Metro Omaha Lincoln area Season: Fall: late July late October Winter: November March Spring: April June Junior fees include Elite Academy registration, coaching fees, league fees, tournament fees, and facility fees. Junior camp fees, uniforms and extra indoor sessions are additional charges. All player fees are to be paid in full. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 3

8 Cup Teams (U13-U19 year olds) Elite Academy players will participate in the Nebraska Youth Soccer Association s U13-U-19 program (Cup). The Cup Program is designed to help players who are more developed in their skills and continue to develop through practices with professional coaches and trainers and competitions against other select club teams. The emphasis is more competitive in nature than the Junior program. Our youth Cup Program players ages U13-U19 will test their skills against opponents of similar ability and travel to games and tournaments in the Omaha Metro area as well as in other states and regions. As such, the Cup Program requires a larger investment of time and financial resources. Practices: Games: Tournaments: Travel: Season: Cup Soccer Schedule Monday through Saturday, 2-3 sessions per week 1-2 per week 3-4 per year, played out of state (age and play level dependent) Home games in Omaha, Away games in Nebraska, Iowa, Kansas & Missouri (dependent on league) Fall: mid July late October Winter: November February Spring: March June (Non High School Players) Offseason: Training sessions will be held between seasons Cup fees include Elite Academy registration, coaching fees, league fees, tournament fees, and facility fees. Team and College Id Camps, uniforms, training gear and added tournaments are additional fees. The expectation is that the player will attend all practices and games with exceptions for illness, family events or school activities. Coaches need to be notified in advance, particularly if a game is to be missed. All player fees are to be paid in full. Cup Team Player Selection and Team Formation The Elite Academy teams playing in the Cup Team Program, ages U13-U19 will be considered select/ travel soccer. All players must attend tryouts to be selected to any Elite Academy team playing select/ travel soccer. n If there are enough players to form several teams, then tryouts will be held to form teams as the number of players allows, with no more than two teams being formed per age group per city. n All decisions are final when all coaches are in agreement on final player selections. n Head coaches of the team will, at his/her discretion choose the number of players she/he desires at tryouts by the end of the third day of this tryout. The totals selected should be no less than 15 players. Coaches must select enough players to field a complete team. n Tryouts and team formation will be performed within the NSSA Guidelines ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 4

9 ELITE CLUBS NATIONAL LEAGUE The Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) was founded in 2009, and is the top development, training and competition program for youth female soccer players in the United States. The mission of the Elite Clubs National League is to change the landscape for players in the United States through innovative, playercentered programming that raises standards of quality and experience in all aspects of the game. GUIDING PRINCIPLES INNOVATION RESPECT for DIVERSITY OPPORTUNITY DEVELOPMENT EXCELLENCE Through player-centered programming A constant focus on raising standards in all aspects of the game Through unique member clubs Diverse styles, systems and structures; unified vision and philosophy Through exposure, showcasing and role modeling A path to college, a path to a career, a path to fulfillment Through the daily environment Coaching development, club development, referee development, player development. Across the youth experience The ECNL look, feel, and experience Elite Girls Academy Coaching Staff Elite Girls Academy U13 ECNL - Ross Paule/Luke Baxter Elite Girls Academy U14 ECNL - Chad Gleckler/Marcus Kelcher Elite Girls Academy U15 ECNL - Kyle Droege Elite Girls Academy U16 ECNL - Kyle Droege Elite Girls Academy U17 ECNL - Marcus Kelcher Elite Girls Academy U19 ECNL - Marcus Kelcher Elite Girls Academy U19 Composite ECNL - Brandon Palmer Sports Performance Coach - Grant Johannes Support Staff - Time Walters Support Staff - Brandon Bonilla ECNL Midwest Conference n Birth Years (U13, U14, U15, U16, U17 and U18/19) n Home (7) and Away (7) with all Conference Opponents n Elite Girls Academy - Omaha, NE n Michigan Hawks - Livonia, MI n Vardar SC - Detroit, MI n St. Louis Scott Gallagher - Collinsville, IL n St. Louis Scott Gallagher - St. Louis, MO n Minnesota Thunder Academy - Richfield, MN n FC Wisconsin - Milwaukee, WI n Eclipse Select - Oak Brook, IL ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 5

10 ECNL Teams (U13-U19 year olds) Elite Girls Academy players are registered with US Club Soccer to participate in the Elite Clubs National League (ECNL). The ECNL Teams are designed to help players who are more developed in their skills and continue to develop through practices with professional coaches and trainers with competitions against other ECNL Teams nationwide. The emphasis is a higher level of competition both in training and competitive league/event play. Our ECNL players ages U13-U19 will test their skills against opponents of similar ability and travel to games and tournaments in the Omaha Metro area as well as in other states and regions. As such, the ECNL Teams requires a larger investment of time and financial resources. Practices: League Games: (MWC) Tournaments: Travel: Season: ECNL Soccer Schedule Monday through Saturday, 3 sessions per week 14 total games per year 3-4 per year, played out of state (age and play level dependent) Home games in Omaha, Away games vary (dependent on league schedule) Fall: Mid July late October Winter: November February Spring : March- June (Non High School Players) Offseason: Training sessions will be held between seasons ECNL fees include Elite Academy registration, coaching fees, league fees, tournament fees, showcase fees and facility fees. Team and College Id Camps, uniforms, training gear and added tournaments are additional fees. The expectation is that the player will attend all practices and games with exceptions for illness, family events or school activities. Coaches need to be notified in advance, particularly if a game is to be missed. All player fees are to be paid in full. ECNL Player Selection and Team Formation The top Elite Girls Academy teams playing in ages U13-U19 will be considered ECNL Teams. All players must attend tryouts to be selected to any Elite Girls Academy team playing ECNL soccer. n There will be one ECNL team per age group except for the U18/19. There will be two teams at this age group. n All decisions are final when all coaches are in agreement on final player selections. n Head coaches of the team will, at his/her discretion choose the number of players she/he desires at tryouts by the end of the third day of this tryout. The totals selected should be no less than 18 players and not exceed 20. n Tryouts and team formation will be performed within the NSSA Guideline ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 6

11 SCHOLARSHIPS Scholarship applications are completed and returned to Nebraska Soccer Charities. The scholarship form is available on the Nebraska Soccer Charities website - PLAYER RESPONSIBILITIES Practice Routine Without regular and proper practice, soccer skills and tactics cannot be mastered. The Elite Academy Soccer Club demands a tremendous commitment from the Coaches, and we expect the players to be willing to make the same commitment. We know that many of our players have other interests and demands on their time, but we believe it is very important that every effort is made to attend each practice session. Please make every effort to arrange their schedules to allow time for soccer practice. Elite Academy teams generally will practice 2-3 times each week during the soccer season. Practices will begin usually in late-july and continue through the last game in mid-november or any tournament at the end of the Fall season. For the Spring season, practice will begin in mid- February. League games will begin approximately the second weekend in March and the Spring season will not end later than the Memorial Day weekend. The times and days of each team s practice will be set by the Club and the Coach. Lastly, each player is expected to bring a soccer ball and water to each practice. Team Practice Rules Elite Academy Soccer Club has very few rules, but there are one or two important team rules, which relate to practice. New and old players should be aware of these rules: n No Practice.. No Play - It is important to come to practice regularly. Players cannot miss practice or practice poorly and expect to improve. If players have a problem attending a practice, players must give their coach a call, in advance. n No Proper Practice.. No Play - Proper practice means that you: Pay attention to the coaches in practice Make an effort to improve the skills learned in practice at home Do not distract others at practice (i.e. talking while attempting a drill is distracting to others) Wear the proper training gear n Coaches determine playing time based on how players participate and conduct themselves at practice and the quality shown in game opportunities. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 7

12 GAME DAY PREPARATION Prior Preparation Prevents Poor Performance! All players must arrive at the game well rested, and mentally and physically prepared to play at their best. Proper rest and nutrition are essential to playing at peak performance. Soccer is a very demanding sport and player s approach to game day preparation should be professional and taken seriously to prevent injury, and have success. Here are a few basic guidelines: n Build up body fluid before the game. Start drinking water as much as 24 hours before the game, and try to take in as much proper fluid as possible right up to game time. If a player is thirsty it is too late. Drink until no more fluids can be consumed and then try to have another. n Eat sensibly, especially on the day of a game. For instance, milk, peanuts or carbonated drinks before a game will shorten a player s wind. Stay away from meats and dairy products 1-3 hours before a game. They take longer to digest in the body and can cause cramps and nausea. n Half-time refreshments such as water or perhaps a very diluted Gatorade-type drink is recommended. If a player is properly hydrated, consuming lots of water will not be necessary. Too much fluid intake may cause a player to be sluggish in the second half. n Players need to make sure that they have proper equipment, and bring them to each practice and game. Proper fitting shoes and shin guards are essential. Watches, jewelry, and accessories should be left at home. Each player is expected to bring their complete uniform to all games. n Arrive at each game in plenty of time to warm-up properly. The Coach will provide the team with an itinerary, which will list the Report Time for each game. Parents need to leave home in time to have their child at the game, fully dressed, and ready to warm-up substantially prior to game time. A pre-game warm-up to get an abundant flow of blood to the muscles, followed by sensible, slow stretching activities designed to increase flexibility and minimize the possibility of muscle pulls or injury, are of vital importance. Players must call the Coach in advance if they will miss a practice or game. TOURNAMENT POLICY n Players are expected to follow the game day preparation as outlined above. n Players are expected to stay in club-designated hotels. n Players are expected to attend all team meetings during the tournament. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 8

13 UNIFORM POLICY Whenever an Elite Academy Soccer Club player is in uniform, she/he is representing the Club and they should wear the uniform properly and with pride. Please read and abide by the following guidelines: n Elite Academy Training gear is required to be worn at all training sessions. n Jerseys will always be tucked into shorts whenever the uniform is worn (not just during the game). If a player wears sliding pants, they must be the same color as the shorts and should not extend below the uniform shorts. n Uniform socks will be pulled up whenever they are worn. Socks must always cover shin guards. n Arrive at least 45 minutes before games prepared to play. That means players are fully dressed, with shoes on and tied and ready to go. n If players have equipment bags, put the bags carefully in a row on the sidelines at all games. n Keep bags in a proper team location at practice. n Every player must bring a soccer ball to every practice and game and it must be pumped up. n All rings, watches, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, other jewelry and hairpins (except for rubber bands or other elastic bands) should be left at home. EQUIPMENT The following items should be kept in a player s equipment bag at all times: n Soccer ball n Soccer shoes n Shin guards n All alternate uniforms n Extra pair of socks If a player has a specific medical need, they should have the appropriate medicine(s) with them at all times. This would include items such as inhalers for Asthma, a brace &/or tape for an injury, sunscreen, etc. (as needed). ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 9

14 UNIFORM PURCHASE PROCEDURE The Elite Academy Soccer Club selects one standard uniform package for the Academy, Junior Cup, and ECNL programs. All players in the Academy, Juniors and Select programs are required to purchase the Club designated uniform prior to the start of the season. Typically, the uniform selected is used for two years. Elite Academy utilizes Soccer International for all uniform ordering. Every Team Manager is provided with the uniform details and the ordering instructions prior to the season. Elite Academy is a Nike Club. The standard uniform for players consists of 2 jerseys, 2 shorts and 2 socks (one each for home and away). Other items that will be required and must be purchased if not currently owned are a warm-up and training Dri-Fit with the purchase of a Black Nike soccer bag. Goalkeepers are expected to have their own pair of goalkeeper gloves. Each goalkeeper needs to purchase his or her own pair of gloves and club issued goalkeeper uniform. All Elite Academy players need to wear Nike gear and equipment SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY The social media policy applies to all Elite Academy players, coaches, administrators parents (All Elite Academy members) 1. Elite Academy members shall not post or share content via social media that would harm or tarnish the reputation of Elite Academy at anytime. 2. Elite Academy membership shall use good judgment when posting comments on the Elite Academy Twitter or Facebook account. 3. Elite Academy members shall not degrade their opponents before, during or after games. 4. Elite Academy members shall not post or share anything that degrades referee s. 5. Elite Academy members shall not post anything that may be harmful to a teammate, coach or administrative staff member. 6. Elite Academy members are encouraged to support the club in any an all Elite Academy related posts. TEAM SPONSORS POLICY At this time, individual teams may not obtain their own sponsorship. Each team will have an official club sponsor printed on the back of their training Dri-FIT. If anyone you know is interested in having their company join our club sponsorship program, please have them contact mkelcher@elitegirlsacademy.com ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 10

15 PROCEDURES FOR HANDLING PROBLEMS Elite Academy Soccer Club has a process known as the Standards & Grievances ( S&G ) to address any issues or problems related to a team, a coach, a player and/or a parent, process. Issues or problems may include, but not limited to, coach/player/parent actions, events and/or behavior that take place before, during and after practices and games. In the event that an action occurs that warrants investigation, an S&G report must be filed with Elite Academy, specifically with the Technical Director. Any formal actions that are filed are addressed by the Technical Director, who is charged with the responsibility of investigating the specifics of the complaints and disciplinary problems. Standards & Grievances Procedure: n First, address any problems with the Team Coach n Second, if after consulting with the Coach, additional attention to the problem is needed, refer the matter to the Technical Director, if necessary n Third, when a problem is referred to the Technical Director, a meeting may be held and appropriate remedial measures may be directed. The S&G form is on page 18 of the handbook. TRANSFERS AND RELEASES POLICY The Elite Academy Soccer Club s policy on transfers and releases acknowledges that a player is bound to our league from the date that registrations are due to US Club Soccer and NSSA to the end of the full year (from the beginning of the Fall season through the end of the Spring season). Once a select player has been rostered to a team, a transfer request is required to move to a team in another league during that seasonal year; however, a player may not transfer to a team in another league before the end of the current playing season, unless a transfer request is approved by all parties and the player s team fees are paid in full. All transfer requests within Elite Academy must be submitted in writing to the Elite Academy Technical Director for formal review. Elite Academy reserves the right to refuse a transfer request if there is not a valid reason for leaving the club. An Elite Academy soccer player may be released from her/his team at any time and will be placed on inactive status by the Elite Academy. Full balance of team fees must be paid prior to release. In order to return to active status during the same seasonal year, the player must go back to the Elite Academy Soccer Club and re-register or initiate a transfer request. If the Technical Director does approve a transfer or release request, that players financial obligation to the club must be satisfied before a transfer or release is approved. The player needs to pay in full, the amount owed for the remainder of their year commitment to the Elite Academy Soccer Club. Specifically, the financial obligation includes their training, tournament, Elite Academy Family Membership and team fees, as provided to all players at the beginning of the fall season. Upon acknowledge of payment, the transfer or the Elite Academy Soccer Club will sign release request. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 11

16 CODE OF CONDUCT The Club promises: n A safe environment, in which players can learn and grow. n Structured training appropriate for players age and degree of development. n Participation in matches scheduled and approved by US Club Soccer or NSSA. n Qualified coaches and facilities. n Guidelines (for both players and Parents) that promote athletic and personal development. n Evaluations of players development and improvements Players promise to: n Attend practices regularly and punctually, listen to the coaches, and work hard at developing their soccer skills during and outside of practices. n Practice the techniques they ve learned and try to use them in match play. n Train and play to the best of their ability. n Have a positive attitude and never quit. n Win without boasting and exemplify sportsmanship. n Respect officials and accept their decisions without question. n Only give positive encouragement to fellow teammates. n Arrive prepared for all games and training sessions, i.e. proper mental attitude and equipment. n Take part in games and other activities provided by the Elite Academy, work hard and put the interests of the team ahead of personal goals. n Respect my coach, teammates and opponents. n Train and play to the best of their ability. n Learn and obey the Laws of the Game, the team and the club. n Practice soccer skills and condition on my own. n Notify the coach or team manager if I will be tardy for or unable to make a practice game or meeting. n Attend school regularly and punctually, behaving there the same way they do at Elite Academy. n Maintain an athletic lifestyle, i.e. sensible leisure time activities, sufficient rest and a healthy diet. n Obey this Code of Conduct. Furthermore, the player will never: n Allow my enthusiasm and commitment for soccer to override my responsibilities to my education. n Use profane or vulgar language. n Use a controlled substance unless prescribed by a physician. n Leave the field or a session without the permission of the coach. n Use Social Media to post any negative comments about the Elite Academy organization, Elite Academy members, and any other soccer club organization or its members. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 12

17 Parents promise to: Help players reach the goals set for them and obey the rules of the Elite Academy. n Support players, praise good work and encourage them during critical periods. n Set good examples for players. n Acknowledge that players are members of the Elite Academy and do not permit them to have any contact with other clubs in compliance to the rules provided by the US Club Soccer & NSSA. n Encourage players during matches and practices. n Leave all game instruction and comments to the teams coach. n Will not make disruptive comments to players, opponents, fans, referees or coaches during match play. n Respect officials and accept their decisions. n Volunteer my services and talents to the Club when possible. n Comply with the rules, policies, and procedures of the team and the club as they apply to me. n Refer all problems involving concerns of playing time and coaching issues first with your coach after exercising a 24-hour cooling off period. n Discuss my child: only with my coach not with the manager or any other person only at a time mutually agreed up on by the coach never prior to, during or directly after a game n Does not interfere at any time with the duties and responsibilities of the coach. n Act in any way that is detrimental to the team or the Elite Academy. n Obey this Code of Conduct. Furthermore, our parents will never: n Engage in dissent directed to an official. n Engage in any kind of unsportsmanlike conduct with any official, coach manager, player or parent. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 13

18 COACHING GUIDELINES n Attend all practices and games. If a conflict arises, insure that a suitable substitute has been arranged for and properly briefed. n Conduct yourself in a professional manner at all times. n Create a safe environment, in which players can learn and grow. n No foul language or abusive conduct. n No smoking in the presence of players. n No alcoholic beverages in the presence of players. n When traveling with the team: Remain aware of your players whereabouts and behavior. Set schedules and inform players of all activities. Insure that players wear their uniforms in a proper and complete fashion. Socks should be pulled up and jerseys tucked in whenever in uniform. Insure that all tournament check-ins are properly conducted. n Elite Academy Soccer Club field usage policies: The team coach will assign practice day and times. Parents are expected to cooperate in the use of field facilities. All teams are responsible for cleaning up after practices or games, and for returning all equipment to its proper place. All coaches are asked to help in monitoring the activities that take place at the Elite Academy Soccer field, and to assist in keeping our fields clean, safe and secure. n Elite Academy Soccer Club reserves the right to fine or discipline coaches for missing practices or games, or for any unprofessional behavior. INDIVIDUAL/SMALL GROUP TRAINING POLICY The purpose of individual or small group training is to provide extra training outside of the players normally schedule training sessions. As an organization, we are in full support of this extra training and recommend it to any individual who is seeking individual extra functional based work. Elite Academy coaches are not permitted to provide any paid outside work to players who are on their own personal team. Coaches can provide any extra training to their players outside of their scheduled training sessions as long as it is without pay. Coaches are permitted to train any players outside of their personal team at a rate that is determined by themselves. Please make note that any players below the age of 16 must have a parent present at any and all small group/private training session. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 14

19 PARENT CONDUCT AT GAMES n Make every effort to bring their child to every practice and game on time, correctly equipped, fed and as instructed by the coach. n Applaud and enjoy good play on the field for both teams n Avoid coaching players during the game and recognize that there are opportunities to assist the team and the club. n Not shout and scream on the sidelines. n Respect the referee s decision and develop a sound understanding of the Laws of the Game. n Give attention to all of the children involved in the game and not the most experienced, talented or my own. n Recognize that youth sport relies on volunteers and will volunteer to help when asked to do so. n Support the coach and recognize that they are working to develop their soccer skills. n Recognize the value of committing to a team and a full season and will support my children in seeing through their commitment. Understand the impact on the rest of the team of withdrawing part way through a season or between seasons. n Enjoy my child enjoying soccer. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 15

20 ELITE ACADEMY FIELDS Papillion La Vista High School 402 E. Centennial Road Papillion, NE (402) Elite Academy Outdoor Fields The Salvation Army Kroc Center 2825 Y Street Omaha. NE (402) Bob Campos Soccer Field 33rd & Q Streets Omaha, NE (402) Speedway Village 345 Speedway Circle Lincoln, NE Papillion, NE All Seasons Going Vertical Sapp Brothers Drive Omaha, NE (402) Elite Academy Indoor Facilities UNO Dome Located at 68th & Spring Streets (just north of I-80) Speedway Village 345 Speedway Circle Lincoln, NE (402) International Football Training Center 1201 Royal Drive Papillion, NE ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 16

21 ELITE ACADEMY FACILITY RULES There are two rules associated with Elite Academy facilities: n No alcohol is to be consumed in any location. n No pets allowed. BAD WEATHER PROCEDURES Contact your coach and/or manager. Team coaches will provide more information on team procedures. Practice Sessions Please remember that, although it may be raining in your part of town, it may not be raining at the practice fields. Please check with the Team Manager when in doubt. The Head Coach should call the Team Manager to report rainouts. When in doubt, please show up for practice. At times, the Coach may schedule an indoor practice, or special practice or soccer video session due to poor weather conditions. Games Even if it s raining, the games may be played unless there is a threat of lightning or the fields have been closed. This applies to even the youngest age groups. Soccer is a game that is played in all weather conditions, and it is necessary that all players and parents learn that this is part of the commitment to the game. It is the responsibility of the home team to advise the visiting team coach of any game cancellations. Again, please contact the Coach or Team Manager if you have doubts. If you have not heard from the Coach or Team Manager, please show up at the game to insure that the team does not forfeit. VOLUNTEERING The continued growth and success of the Elite Academy Soccer Club requires participation for every family. During the course of every year, every family will be expected to contribute their time to support the programs conducted by the Club. These activities include such things as participating in our annual Walk-A-Thon, selling t-shirts, distributing materials to the schools and assisting in fundraising and sponsorship initiatives. Elite Academy Soccer Club has initiated a process whereby teams are assigned specific responsibilities during the year and it is that team s responsibility to fulfill the necessary work. This typically involves less than 5 hours per family per year. In addition to Club volunteer activities, all coaches need assistance from parents to handle team initiatives that may range from team manager, treasurer, tournament manager and snack coordinator. Every family is expected to contribute their time in some way, shape or form. Without assistance from all parents, the Elite Academy Soccer Club will not function at its best. Involvement is not requested, it is mandatory. ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 17

22 IMPORTANT FALL 2017 SPRING 2018 DATES Event Fall Tryouts U11-U13 ( ) U14-U19 ( ) Player Commitment Signing Date U11-U13 ( ) U14-U19 ( ) Fall Season Practices Begin Fall Season Games Begin Fall Season Games End Spring Season Practices Begin Spring Games Begin Spring Games End Academy and Select Programs Date June 12 17, 2017 June 27-30, July 1, 2017 June 18, 2017 July 2, 2017 TBA by Coach TBA by Coach TBA by Coach TBA by Coach TBA by Coach TBA by Coach College ID Camps June 8-10, 2017 Elite Academy Golf Outing Monday, July 24, 2017 NSC ECNL 5k-10k Run Saturday, September 16th 2017 Nebraska Soccer Charities - Lincoln Soccer Festival Wednesday, September 20, 2017 Elite Winter Showcase January 12-14, 2018 Elite Academy Banquet February ELITE ACADEMY FEE STRUCTURE (U13-U19) ECNL Player Fee: Maroon Omaha and Lincoln Fee: White Omaha and Lincoln Fee: (U11-U12) Maroon Omaha and Lincoln Fee: White Omaha and Lincoln Fee: $2,000 + ($200 fundraising fee) $1,850 + ($100 fundraising fee) $1,650 + ($100 fundraising fee) $1,650 ($100 fundraising fee) $1,450 ($100 fundraising fee) ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 18

23 ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER CLUB STANDARDS & GRIEVANCES FORM Your Name: Today s Date: Address: Phone # (home) (work) address: Team Name: League Name: Team Age & Level: Who is the complaint being filed against: Incident Date: Team (if applicable) League (if known): Please be advised that in order to properly consider this complaint, the Elite Academy Technical Director will need: 1. A written statement from you. Please include the specific violations that you are charging, if you know them. It is helpful, but not necessary, if the Elite Academy Handbook rules have been violated, to please quote the precise rule. This statement should be detailed and include dates, locations, etc. Keep in mind that this statement will be used to determine the validity of the complaint, so a thorough and complete explanation is necessary. 2. Any supporting documentation (if applicable), which you believe is relevant to the charges that you have raised. 3. Written statements from witnesses (if applicable), describing the events in question from any individuals you wish to reference. It is helpful to include contact information. 4. List of Witnesses (if applicable), including names and phone numbers of any witness(es) Upon receipt of the initial complaint, the Elite Academy Technical Director will perform a review and advise you of the outcome. Please be advised that if the Elite Academy Technical Director feels that you have grounds to press a grievance against the individual, that individual is entitled to receive the following information: 1. All materials submitted to the Elite Academy Technical Director are sent to the accused prior to any hearing, as the accused must be provided with the tools and times in which to mount a defense 2. Names of all individuals who will be giving testimony against the accused. The Elite Academy Technical Director will set a date for the hearing. You are responsible to prove your case. You are responsible for arranging for witnesses to present evidence supporting your claim. You are responsible to provide the committee with all evidence you think will be necessary. Write written testimony can be submitted in the absence of the testimony. It will likely be viewed with less weight than live testimony. Evidence or witnesses presented for the first time at the hearing may not be permitted testify. To help us serve you better Please include a copy of this form with your letter of complaint Anonymous complaints will not be considered ELITE ACADEMY SOCCER HANDBOOK 19

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