DE Turf Program Guide Spring 2019
Welcome On behalf of the board of directors and our team at DE TURF, welcome! The Turf as we like to call it, was created to serve as a first-class sports destination venue for a variety of tournaments and events that attracted over 100,000 visitors to Kent County in 2018. Locally, our twelve, beautiful, synthetic turf fields provide a home for local athletes and creates opportunities to service our community needs through a variety of different youth sports program offerings. Our team of highly experienced and passionate sport program directors and sport-specific certified coaching instructors are dedicated to the mission of providing high-quality instruction and creating unprecedented opportunities for the youth of central Delaware. It is our dream that every child in the state has equal opportunity to play, learn, compete and grow. Chris Giacomucci Executive Director Through our various offerings of leagues, clinics and camps across the sports of soccer, field hockey, lacrosse and rugby in 2018 we were able to serve over 2,000 families across the state. Our convenient location on Delaware Route 1 provides easy access to and from the facility, especially now with the opening of the South Frederica Overpass (Exit 83). Several parents have taken advantage of the size of the facility, utilizing our walking paths for runs and walks before and during practices and games. We invested in Wi-Fi technology so parents and children can utilize their phones freely and securely. In just a few short years, the complex will look more like a campus. We are working towards funding a brand-new recreational playground and pavilions for our families and youth to enjoy while on site. We hope you find this guide helpful and informative so that it will answer all of your program related questions and needs. Our team is always available to answer questions by calling us at 302-330-TURF (8873) or contacting our program leadership team. We look forward to seeing you at DE TURF. Play hard and have fun. 2
Table of Contents Spring Programs 4 Soccer 5-6 Rugby 7 Field Hockey 8 Spring Leagues 9 Soccer 10 Field Hockey 11 Lacrosse 12-13 DE Flag Football 14 General Information 15-24 Frequently Asked Questions 15 Get Involved 16 Directions 17 Contact Us 18 About DE TURF 19 Facility Policies 20 Emergency Action Plan 21 Our Team 22-23 Our Partners 24 3
Spring 2019 Programs Soccer Instructional Soccer Mini Kickers Rugby East Coast Rookie Rugby Club Field Hockey Lil' Stickers Click here to see video 4
Soccer Spring 2019 Instructional Soccer Clinic Co-Ed players will attend training once a week. Participants will learn all the basics; dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting/finishing. Each session will begin with agility and footwork drills, then will progress into the technical theme for the session. Game situations will be introduced after the third week of the program. Dates March 26 th May 7 th ( 7 weeks, no gameplay over Spring Break ) Days and Times Tuesdays 6-7 pm Ages 6-8 9-10 11-12 Pricing EARLY BIRD - $70.00 until February 15 th After February 15 th - $75.00 Click HERE to Register **All programs must have at least 15 participants in order to run. Registrants for programs without enough participants may be asked to switch times or sessions. Refunds will also be offered to those affected. 5
Soccer Spring 2019 Mini Kickers Program Co-Ed. Players attend the program on Saturday mornings, and it will focus on coordination and basic ball skills. The emphasis is on fun while learning the foundational skills the players will need when they move up to Under-6 age division. All learning is done through dribbling, passing, and shooting. Players will be introduced to regular match play after the third week of the program. Dates: March 23 rd - May 11 th (7 weeks, no gameplay over Spring Break) Days and Times Saturdays Option A- 8-8:45AM Option B- 9-9:45AM Ages 3-4 (participants who are 5 years old, must register for our U6 Recreational Soccer League. Please see page 10 for more information.) Pricing EARLY BIRD - $70 until February 15 th After February 15 th - $75 Click HERE to Register **All programs must have at least 15 participants in order to run. Registrants for programs without enough participants may be asked to switch times or sessions. Refunds will also be offered to those affected.** 6
Rugby Spring 2019 East Coast Rugby Club Starting in the Spring of 2019 the rugby clinics will be rolled into a rookie rugby club named the East Coast Rugby Club. The Club in the spring will run for eight weeks and will have focus on a more competitive setting yet still teaching the basics of the sport of rugby. This will include two rugby tournaments and several scrimmages with another club. The players will be CIIPPed through USA Rugby. A paper copy of the CIPP form will be provided at the first practice for parents. Please read through the membership website. https://www.usarugby.org/membership/ The East Coast Rugby Club will be a non-contact rookie rugby club. The goal of the club is to grow the sport of rugby in Delaware. Dates Session Dates: March 26 th Math 7 th (7 week, no gameplay over Spring Break ) At least 2 competitive dates & tournaments: TBD Days and Times Tuesdays 6-7 pm Ages 8-14 Pricing EARLY BIRD - $70.00 until February 15th After February 15 th - $75.00 Click HERE to Register **All programs must have at least 15 participants in order to run. Registrants for programs without enough participants may be asked to switch times or sessions. Refunds will also be offered to those affected.** 7
Field Hockey Lil Stickers Coed players will participate in a once a week training/playing session. Participants will play fun athletic minded games and learn the basics of field hockey: dribbling, passing, receiving and basic offensive and defensive concepts. Sessions will include stick skills, footwork and small games for 30 minutes and then small sided play (3v3) for 30 minutes. Dates: March 26 th May 7 th (7 weeks, no gameplay over Spring Break) Br Day & Time: Tuesdays 6:00 7:00 pm Ages: Pre-K 2nd Grade Price: EARLY BIRD - $70.00 until February 15 th After February 15 th - $75.00 Click HERE to Register **All programs must have at least 15 participants in order to run. Registrants for programs without enough participants may be asked to switch times or sessions. Refunds will also be offered to those affected.** 8
Spring Leagues Soccer Field Hockey Lacrosse Boys-Bucks Lacrosse Girls-Diamonds Lacrosse Click here to see video 9
Soccer League Spring 2019 Recreational Soccer League League participants will learn soccer skills, play games, and learn good sportsmanship, in a fun and positive environment. All participants will practice one evening during the week and play games on Saturday mornings at the DE Turf Sports Complex. Practices will be on Tuesday's or Thursday's. We will try to assign players to teams based off of preferred practice times. All games will be completed by 12:30pm. All age divisions are based on birth year. Age divisions Under-6, Under-8 and U10* will be co-ed. and Under-12 will be gender specific. Volunteer coaches will need to perform back ground checks. *If enough registrants to split teams, U10 and U12 will be made gender specific. Player Registration includes Jersey. Parents are responsible for shorts, shin guards and non-metal cleats. Season Dates Practice Begins March 12th and 14 th (Tuesday/Thursday Nights. No practice over Spring Break ) Games: March 23rd - May 11 th ( 7 weeks, no game play over Spring break weekend ) Saturdays 8am-11am *Makeup games will be rescheduled for week nights* Divisions Co-ed Age Division: Under-6 (Birth Year 2013 and above) Under-8 (Birth Years 2011 and 2012) Under-10 (Birth Years 2009 and 2010) Under-12 (Birth Years 2007 and 2008) Pricing EARLY BIRD - $70 until February 15 th After February 15 th - $75 FEE WILL BE WAIVED for Recreational Soccer League volunteer coaches **For ages 3-4, we recommend our mini kickers program** Click HERE to Register For any questions, contact Jamor Thompson (302)-330-Turf ext. 104 or by email jamor@deturf.com 10
Recreational Field Hockey League Spring 2019 Recreational Field Hockey League Coed players are invited to participate in a hybrid curriculum including 4 weeks of instruction and 4 weeks of round robin style games. Instruction will include: dribbling, passing, receiving and basic offensive and defensive concepts and skills. Concepts will be adapted to the level of the players registered. Dates: March 26 th May 21st(7 weeks, no game play over Spring Break) Day & Time: Tuesdays 6:00 8:45 pm Age Groups : 3 rd 5 th Grade: 5v5 games 2-18 minute halves 6 th 8 th Grade: 7v7 games 2 18 minute halves Price: EARLY BIRD - $70.00 until February 15 th After February 15th - $75 Click HERE to Register For any questions, contact Jamor Thompson (302)-330-Turf ext. 104 or by email jamor@deturf.com 11
Bucks Lacrosse Spring 2019 Bucks Recreational Lacrosse Join the Herd! Now introducing Bucks Boys Lacrosse powered by DE Turf! Here's your chance to be a part of the area's newest lacrosse experience located at the East Coast's premiere sports complex, DE Turf. Learn the game and develop your skills from central Delaware's top certified coaches with college experience at a first-class facility all for an affordable price. Date : March 5th May 18 th 2018 Price: $150.00/ per kid (Includes uniform) - Must provide own equipment - Early Bird Special - $130.00 before January 15 th Age Groups: K-2 U8 Scoopers Division Grades 3 & 4 U10 Division Grades 5 & 6 U12 Division Grades 7 & 8 U14 Division Practices will be played in house this season on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6-7:30pm Games will be played on Saturdays. All players must be a registered member of US Lacrosse. To register your membership, click here. Click HERE to Register NEW TO THE SPORT? Lacrosse 101 includes information about the sport of lacrosse, equipment, rules of the game and includes links to other lacrosse resources. Click here for Bucks Lacrosse 101 For any questions, contact Jamor Thompson (302)-330-Turf ext. 104 or by email jamor@deturf.com 12
Diamonds Lacrosse Spring 2019 Central Delaware Diamonds Lacrosse Central Delaware Girls Lacrosse Club is a member of the Eastern Shore Youth Lacrosse Association (ESYLA). Central Delaware Girls Lacrosse Club is a recreational league that travels to play teams across the Eastern Shore including Kent County, Queen Anne's, Dorchester, Caroline, Atlantic, Talbot, Beach Lacrosse, and Fruitland. Our goal is to continue to improve the quality of lacrosse and the quality of the experience for all players at all levels. Date : March 5 th May 18 th 2018 Price: $130.00/ per kid (Includes uniform) - Must provide own equipment - Early Bird Special - $130.00 before January 15 th Age Groups: K-2 U8 Scoopers Division Grades 3 & 4 U10 Division Grades 5 & 6 U12 Division Grades 7 & 8 U14 Division Click HERE to Register Practices will be played in house this season on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 6-7:30pm Games will be played on Saturdays. All players must be a registered member of US Lacrosse. To register your membership, click here For any questions, contact Jamor Thompson (302)-330-Turf ext. 104 or by email jamor@deturf.com 13
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General Information Parents: Frequently Asked Questions Q In case of inclement weather, how will I be notified of schedule changes and cancelations? A Cancellation and game re-scheduling will be communicated via email. Be sure to check your email during any days with inclement weather. Q - Do I need to bring my own sporting equipment or is it provided? A - Please check each program s individual page for specific instructions on what equipment is provided and what you will need to bring. Q - I have limited mobility. Is DE Turf ADA accessible? A - YES, DE Turf is ADA accessible. Handicap parking spaces are located in each parking lot: A, B, and C. Q - Do the fields have seating or should I bring a chair? A - DE Turf's Championship Field has permanent seating for 750 spectators. For games scheduled on any of the other fields, bringing a chair is suggested. Q - Can I bring my own food and drinks? A - Spectators may bring small shouldersized coolers for drinks if necessary. Food can be purchased at our concession stands located throughout the complex. Outside food and large coolers are not permitted. Q When are practices? A Practices and trainings are typically evenings during the weekday. Check each individual program s page for specific dates and times. Q How will I know what field to report to? A Field schedules will be provided weekly. Any changes in field schedules will be communicated via email. Q - Are jerseys included in the registration? A - YES, jerseys are included in your registration. During the registration process, you will be asked to select a size for your child. Q - What age division or group should I sign my child up for? A Each individual program s page will provide more detailed information on what age requirements. You may also contact Jamor Thompson, Program and Event Coordinator. Office (302)330-8873x104 Cell (302)233-1289 jamor@deturf.com Q Is smoking or tobacco use permitted? A NO, neither smoking nor tobacco use are permitted. Q Does DE Turf have a Lost and Found? A YES, we will hold on to lost items for 60 days. Any items not claimed will be donated. Call 302-330-8873 to inquire about a lost item. 15
General Information Parents: How to Get Involved If you are interested in getting involved with your children s sports, please contact our Program and Event Coordinator, Jamor Thompson. Jamor Thompson Program and Event Coordinator Office (302)330-8873x104 Cell (302)233-1289 jamor@deturf.com 16
General Information Directions Address DE Turf Sports Complex 4000 Bay Road, Frederica, DE 19946 Attention drivers from the north and west: DE Turf will be on the left. Use Exit 83, South Frederica. Turn left at the stop sign. Turn left at the overpass. Drive over the bridge. Take a right at the following intersection onto Milford Neck Road. The entrance to DE TURF will be on your left. From the north (PHL) Take I-95 S toward Wilmington. Take exit 4A to merge onto DE-1 S for 54 miles. From the south (Virginia Beach) Take 13 N through the Chesapeake Bay Bridge Tunnel. Stay on 13 N for 92 miles. Turn right onto US-113 N. Continue on US-113 N for 74 miles. Take the ramp onto DE-1 N/Bay Rd. Drive 5 miles on DE-1. DE Turf will be on your right. Take Exit 83. Follow signs into the DE TURF entrance. From the west (Washington, DC) Take US-50 E for 67 miles to MD-19 E. Follow MD-19 E for 30 miles to DE-1 S in Kent County from Cypress Street. 17
General Information Contact Us Address DE Turf Sports Complex 4000 Bay Road, Frederica, DE 19946 Phone (302) 330 - TURF (8873) Email info@deturf.com 18
General Information About DE TURF DE TURF is the largest all-synthetic turf sports complex in the Mid-Atlantic, conveniently located in central Delaware The DE TURF Sports Complex is owned and operated by the KENT COUNTY REGIONAL SPORTS COMPLEX CORPORATION, a 501c3 non-profit organization. DE TURF FEATURES 12 synthetic turf fields 5 lighted fields Championship Stadium with seating for 700 Multipurpose room for educational programming Free public Wi-Fi Restaurant-quality concessions Ample on-site parking 30 miles from Delaware's beaches Located in tax-free shopping Delaware Mission Statement The mission of the DE TURF Sports Complex is to serve as an economic engine for central Delaware by providing a first-class sports destination venue that attracts sports tourism to the area, as well as services our local community needs for youth to play, learn, compete and grow. 19
General Information Parents: Emergency Action Plan In the event of thunder or lightning, the DE Turf s Weatherbug Alert System will sound a horn to notify that lightning or thunder is within a 10 mile radius. If the horn blows, all activity must be postponed immediately for 30 minutes or until the system sends the All CLEAR signal of three consecutive horns. Players and spectators must seek shelter in their vehicles immediately. IT IS NOT ADVISABLE TO SEEK SHELTER UNDER TENTS IN AN OPEN FIELD OR UNDER TREES DURING ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS, INCLUDING A LIGHTNING STORM. FIND SHELTER IN A VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY AND MAKE SURE THE WINDOWS ARE UP. For non-life threatening injuries, contact a DE TURF program staff member or certified athletic trainer. AED Locations See Map for reference - Main Office Building (#1) Located on outside wall of building closest to stadium. - Concession Stand (#2) Located on outside wall beside concession door. - Concession Stand (#3) Located on outside wall beside concession door. - Concession Stand (#4) Located on outside wall beside concession door. - Maintenance Building (#5) Located on outside wall beside door in front of building. First Aid Kit Locations See Map for reference Emergency Access Points See Map for reference For more information on the Emergency Action Plan, Call 302-330-TURF(8873) x106 21
Our Team Josh Tucker Program Director jjetucker@comcast.net Jamor Thompson Program and Event Coordinator Office (302)330-8873x104 Cell (302)233-1289 jamor@deturf.com 22
Our Team Coaches Field Hockey Loveita Moffett Trista Jester Jessica Behornar Shannon Strosser Daphne Leighty Stacey Seilheimer Renee Schneider Tracey Greisbaum Amanda Frampton Michelle Tucker Wendy Omans Bucks Lacrosse Don Christie Brandon Savage Jovan Estrada Kyle Betts Diamonds Lacrosse Ben Todd Eben Roberts Danielle Smith Tony Ruggiero Caty Beron Spence Price Ruth Fuchs Rugby Josh McDuff Soccer Kristen Finley Lance Berry Tyler Kuhn Joel Simon Josh Tucker Jules Mione Kortney Rhoades Mary Kate Koziol DC Lavender Adam Dolbey Sal Minor Andrew Gilbert Click here to see video 23
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