United States Youth Soccer Region III ODP Trials Boys Player Responsibilities

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1 United States Youth Soccer Region III ODP Trials Boys Player Responsibilities Welcome to the 2017 US Youth Soccer Region III ODP Trials. We hope your experience is rewarding and enjoyable. This letter is very important and reviews your responsibilities as a player while at this Region event. Your primary responsibility is to develop as a player and have a safe and enjoyable time at the event. The process of the trials is as follows: 1. Each state chooses a team or teams to represent itself in each age-group through various systems throughout the seasonal year. 2. These teams are sent to the trials by the individual states. 3. The cost of the trials is determined individually by each state and includes the fee to US Youth Soccer Region III, travel costs, state coach/administrator per diem costs as well as other items. 4. The trials are the primary responsibility of US Youth Soccer Region III. US Youth Soccer is divided into 4 regions. Region III consists of North Texas, South Texas, Tennessee, Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, South Carolina, and North Carolina. 5. The trials are divided into training sessions, lectures, and games. Schedules of events will be posted on the Region III ODP website. Changes to the schedule are never ending and at times these changes will be made without notice on the website. Schedule changes will be posted throughout the event facilities. 6. At the conclusion of the Region III 2001, 2002 and 2003 age group trials, approximately players will be selected from each 01 and 02 age-group to the age group pool and players will be selected from the 03 age group to that age group pool. From these pool players, 40 players will remain and participate in the age group Pool Training event (Holdovers). The purpose is to provide higher level training for up to 40 pool participants. From the full age group pools we will select the player rosters for the next Regional travel team events. The parents of holdover players will be notified by a STATE staff member at the end of each session to confirm availability, if chosen. The pool training fee is fully subsidized by Region III through the fees of all the players who participate in the trials. As such, there is no additional fee charged. Your state association and parents are responsible for coordinating the transportation of any holdover pool player to return home.

2 7. Events after the trials: o Thanksgiving Inter-regional: Each region will send teams from their 2003 and 2004 age-group pools to Casa Grande, AZ (proposed). Cost: $200 per player. o December Florida Nike Inter-regional (proposed): Each region will send a team from their 00 and 01 age group pools to Lakewood Ranch, FL. Cost $200 per player. o December IMG Invitational (proposed): Each region will send a team from their 02 age group pool to Bradenton, FL. Cost $200 per player. o Spring 2018: Region III is planning on sending a team from the 00, 01, 02, 03 and 04 age-group pools on an international tour during the February and early April time-frame. Cost at least $1,200 per player. 8. At the conclusion of the Region III 2000 (00) and 2004 (04) age group trials, approximately players will be selected from the 00 age-group and players will be selected from the 034 age-group to be included in the Regional Pool and available to participate in the age group Inter-regional and International events later in 2017 and early 2018; see item 7 above. OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Check In/Out: Team ONLY check in is allowed. It is expected that individual players/parents will wait patiently for their respective team administrator/coach. The site of registration will be first floor of Presidential Village II. A map of the campus is on the UA and RIII BODP websites. Dormitory/Campus Every player and staff in a state delegation must bring their own bed/bath linens, pillow and a trash bag. If something is/becomes broken report it to your State Team Administrator ASAP. It is recommended that each player call home ASAP after arrival.

3 Players are expected to respect ALL event staff (Regional, State and University), other players and property. The room is the responsibility of those assigned. If something is broken/vandalized THE INDIVUDUALS IN THE ROOM are responsible for it. The Region will assess damages and lost key charge ($100) to the respective state(s) after the event. Cleanliness in the common areas (halls, bathrooms, etc.) is the responsibility of the respective players on a wing/floor. Rooms and residence hall areas (inside and out) must be kept clean and tidy. Everyone is responsible for ALL trash (in/around the rooms, dorms, and fields). Rooms must be locked in order to discourage theft. After registration ONLY players and state, Regional and University staff (no pets, girlfriends, family, etc.) are allowed in any dorm. No loose/bouncing balls within the dormitory. All balls must be secured. Do not wear cleats in the dormitory. Remove before entering. LIGHTS OUT is 11:00PM. Except in the case of emergency, players MUST NOT leave campus EVEN WITH PARENT(S) OR GUARDIAN(S). If a parent wants to chauffeur a player they will have an immediate opportunity to take him home. Games Parents, Family, Guardians are encouraged to attend games and training sessions and are discouraged from visiting with the players while in the dorms or cafeteria and will be asked to view the field activities from the sideline opposite the players and coaches. In order for coaches to have an open and professional dialogue, ONLY STAFF WITH CREDENTIALS are allowed on the same sideline as the team during games.

4 Players are not allowed to wear boxer shorts during games and training sessions. Medical There will be 24 hour trainer coverage for any injury or medical ailment. Players will be transported to the local ER, if the situation warrants. Any charges incurred at the hospital are the responsibility of the player, parent/guardian (their insurance company) or state association. Players Are expected to use their good judgment at all times and are responsible for their actions and deeds. Should bring personal medical supplies, bed and bath linens, toiletries, trash bag, other personal necessities, a soccer ball, shin-guards and enough training clothes for the event. Any player that drives to the trials is required to turn in the keys to the administrator upon check in. No weapons e.g. knives, catapault, etc. of any kind are permitted in on campus. Meals: The Lakeside Dining facility provides a variety of foods but it is up to each player to select food that is both nutritional and satisfying. You should NOT have hamburgers and fries with every meal! And move your plates, cups and eating tools to the Return Tray area before you leave the cafeteria. Disciplinary Issues We anticipate a smooth event, and your adherence to the above noted activities will prevent any player-related problems. Use of alcoholic beverages for anyone under 21 years of age shall result in dismissal from the event. Use of illicit drugs shall result in dismissal from the event. Theft or defacement of property (personal or University) shall result in dismissal from the event. Bringing a weapon to the event shall result in dismissal. Transportation for a disciplinary dismissal will be at the player s family/guardians expense. The Regional BODP Program Manager and Trials Director

5 have the final say in resolving any disciplinary issue(s). The respective State may determine the need for any additional penalty. Thank you for your attention to these requests and enjoy the trials. If you need any assistance at this event, please contact your State Team Representative. Please check the Region III BODP website for more trials information as it becomes available in the next few days. Sincerely, Scott McGuinn US Youth Soccer Region III Boys ODP Program Manager M R3BODP@usyouthsoccer.org