Eagan Wave SC Fall Recreational Coach Meeting August, 7th 2018
Agenda 1. Leadership Team 2. Eagan Wave SC Program Overview 3. Recreational Coaching 4. Fall Schedule 5. Upcoming Dates 6. Good luck!
Eagan Wave Leadership Team EWSC Leadership President Skip Newton Rec Vice President s Bree Axelrod and Lakoda Will Director of Coaching Shari Lenz Rec/Youth Director Sara Johnson Director of Player Development Carlos Vargas EWSC Board of Directors Accounting, Sponsorships, Fields, Equipment, Marketing, Treasurer, Website, etc.
Eagan Wave SC Vision Statement Eagan Wave SC strives to be an elite community club that provides a positive soccer experience to players at all levels. Established in 1992 1700+ youth soccer players season to season Partner with Nike! TCO Club Sponsorship Recreational Youth Academy Competitive Elite Feet Training Year-round
Recreational Coaching Fall 2018
Field Dimensions
Team Training Outline Age group Theme Training time management Setup your activities/ games Ask the players questions Coaching Points Have fun and stay positive! Role Model, Teacher & Leader
Game Day Outline Age Group Warm-Up Team Formation
Game Night Pre-K & Kindergarten 1 st & 2 nd Grade 3 rd & 4 th Grade 5 th -8 th Grade 4 vs 4 no goal keeper No throw-ins players dribble in from out of bounds. Sub players on the fly No corner kicks No offsides No heading One team in pinnies 6 vs 6 including goal keeper Throw-ins from out of bounds Sub players on any stoppage during the game Goal keeper takes all goal kicks On all goal kicks the defending team backs up to half field before they can pressure the ball. Play corner kicks No heading No punting No offsides 7 vs 7 including goal keeper Home team wears white Away team wears blue Throw-ins from out of bounds Sub players on any stoppage during the game Goal keeper takes all goal kicks encouraged Play corner kicks Play offsides No heading 9 vs 9 or 11 vs 11 including goal keeper Home team wears white Away team wears blue Throw-ins from out of bounds Sub players on any stoppage during the game Goal keeper takes all goal kick Play corner kicks Play offsides Heading is allowed If a team goes up by 3 goals they remove 1 player from the field Encourage players to learn the rules of soccer Foster a love for the game Consistent for all teams and coaches
Coach Game Expectations Check website for field and opponent Setup team warm-up activity Communicate with opponent on who is wearing pinnies/blue/white Substitute the players as requested or every 6-8 minutes Subs high five the player coming off the field Players rotate and play all positions Make sure games are competitive and a positive experience for all players, families and coaches RESPECT the referees zero tolerance rule Shake hands with coaches, players and referees after the game Team Cheer
Be a Great Coach! Coaching Prepare for training sessions print before you come to the field Team Environment Have fun! Show-up 10-15 minutes early Have appropriate equipment for training Always look professional wear EWSC coaching shirt Have a whistle Focus on games vs drills Player centered and driven Encouraging and positive Wear a watch No elimination games
Player Development Eagan Wave Way
Training Environment Player Development No elimination games Player Development No lines, no laps, no lectures Encourage all players on the field Physical Technical Pre-K-Kindergarten Size 3 soccer ball 1 st & 2 nd Grade Size 3 soccer ball 3 rd & 4 th Grade Size 4 soccer ball Physiological Tactical 5 th -8 th Grade Size 5 soccer ball
Eagan Wave Player Development Path Technical Ability Dribbling, passing, receiving, striking, and overall ability on the ball. High emphasis at young age groups. Hard Working Tactical Ability 1 vs 1, 2 vs 2, 3 vs 3 execution on the field. Good vision, decision making and ability to stay in shape. Technical Confident Psychological Ability Work rate, determination, focus, confidence, communication, effort, respect and positivity. EWSC Player Development Physical/Athletic Ability Strong, fast, quick, ability to use their body on the field Mentally Strong Tactical
Important Information Fall 2018
Schedule and Structure Team Training/Practice First night of soccer Game Night Second night of soccer Prepared session plan Scrimmage against another team on same field Training Night 3 activities before inter-squad scrimmage Team Warm-Up Game Night 30-40 minutes of practice 20 minute scrimmage Team focused End with team cheer 22 or 25 minute halves 1 minute water break/half-time Designate team colors before the game Review rules for game play online Positive sportsmanship
Important Dates Thursday, August 9th Uniform and Equipment handout 5-7:00 pm Coaching Clinic 5:30-6:30 pm Monday, August 13 th First day of the season Check website for team details and field assignments Saturday, October 6 th Last day of the season Consider players for competitive program Sign-Up for Elite Feet Winter Training Camps Support Eagan Wave! Eagan High School Girls and Boys Attend club events
Upcoming Winter Camps Elite Feet Winter Camps Fun training environment Best Trainers in Twin Cities Focused on the players and development Rosemount Irish Dome Encourage players to sign-up with friends
Information and Recap Website will be updated with field status City of Eagan closes the fields not Eagan Wave Introduce yourself to families at the first session Respect players, families, and referees at all times Practice sessions sent out each week Prepare for all team training and games Treats are not needed Create a fun experience for all players
Questions!? Shari Lenz Director of Coaching Sara Johnson Recreational Director Bree Axelrod Recreational Vice President
Thank you!