COPPELL FC INFORMATIONAL MEETING 2018-2019 Meghan Morales - VP of Competitive Jon Davies - Director of Academy & Coppell FC Coach
WHAT IS SELECT SOCCER? Select soccer offers a place for players that are ready for more advanced development and competition based on their current skill level, knowledge and understanding of the game, aptitude, drive, and passion for soccer In addition to advanced skill level, it requires a deeper commitment of time and money than recreational soccer It needs to be a commitment that is discussed between parents and children and an active commitment made by all parties Commitment to a team is for a full calendar year, unlike recreational soccer which is one season at a time Minimum age for competitive soccer is 10 years old (U11/2008 Birth Year), regardless of whether your child played U10 this year
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CLUB What is the philosophy behind the club? What are the goals & directions for the specific team you are looking at? Does the club have control over its practice facilities? Will they be accessible weekly and in the off season? Is the club non-profit? How much are they charging and what does it specifically include (and EXCLUDE)? Does the club have a strong board backing it? Are they members of North Texas State Soccer Association? How much coaching turnover do they have for a team that stays together?
CHOOSING THE RIGHT CLUB Professionalism How is their presentation, punctuality, appearance, conduct, discipline? Experience How much experience and training do they have coaching? What licenses? Enjoyment Does the coach enjoy coaching or is it a job? Communication Are they consistent, frequent and responsive? Employment status - Full time or part time coach? Paid or unpaid? Extra skills Do they offer extra GK skills, coaches & team education
SELECT SOCCER WITH COPPELL FC Coppell FC Philosophy: CYSA is a non-profit soccer organization that formed its competitive soccer program in order to provide a more affordable alternative for players in Coppell and neighboring cities to compete in select soccer and receive excellent training, experience, and competition in a fun but challenging environment right here in Coppell. Our program includes: A focus on individual player development and improving their ability to play within a team framework Development under the framework of good sportsmanship, fair play, and respect for coaches and referees Skilled and experienced professional coaches Access to beautiful city of Coppell practice fields Very affordable club fees & uniform costs
SELECT SOCCER WITH COPPELL FC A total of 7 Coppell FC teams in 2017-2018 (official NTX recognized club) CYSA is looking to grow its program by adding new teams where there is interest and talent We will be forming at least 3 new 08 teams, 2 boys and 1 girls Open practices to form competitive teams for girls and boys birth years 08 02 (U11 to U16) will begin at the end of May and run through June 30th Competitive teams are a part of the NTSSA and the USYSA and follow their specific rules and regulations
SELECT SOCCER WITH COPPELL FC Coppell FC teams will be coached by: Challenger Sports coaches with a minimum of an FA Level 2 (equivalent to USSF C License) CYSA independent coaches, with a minimum USSF E License Our coaching philosophy includes: Providing a safe, fun & challenging learning environment for all players Developing a strong team culture for players to live by A desire to improve every player both on and off the soccer field Demonstrating various coaching styles to meet the needs of the team and individuals A commitment to long term player development through technical, tactical, physical, social and psychological learning
COACHING STAFF 2018-2019
SCOTT PROCTOR COPPELL FC 02B USSF E License 10 years of coaching competitive, tournament, and recreational teams from U5 thru U19; 00/ 99 Hawks 09 Fireworks 05 Cyclones 03 Lightning 03 Crushers 00 CYSA All Stars 03/ 02 Coppell FC Several summer unaffiliated indoor teams Crushers Academy and Coppell FC Select coach for 7 years CYSA board member for 6 years NCAA Division I athlete
JON DAVIES COPPELL FC 07B & 02G FA Level 1 & 2 Coaching License FA Youth Award Modules 1 & 2 NSCAA National Diploma USSF E License USSF D License (July 2018) Represented Liverpool FC Academy (U10-U14) Wigan Athletic FC (U15-U16) Sheffield Hallam University 1 st Team Premier Division Athlete Liverpool FC Foundation Coach (2007) Challenger Sports Camp Director & Academy Trainer (2011-2013) Coppell Academy Coach & Director (2013-present) Challenger Sports Regional Director (2014-present) Coppell FC Head Coach (2016 - present)6- -present)
GREG WILLIAMS COPPELL FC 05B USSF C License 16 years of North Texas competitive coaching experience: 91 ASG Boys (state cup semifinalist) 92 & 93 Longhorn Boys (Dallas Classic League D1) 95 ASG Girls (Lake Highlands Classic League D1) nationally ranked 95 & 98 ASG Boys (Dallas Classic League D1) 00B Andromeda (Dallas Classic League D2), 06/05 Andromeda Boys (Academy) Coppell FC 05 Boys (Plano Premier D1, 2 nd place)
GEORGE WILLIAMS COPPELL FC 06B & 08G FA Level 1 & 2 Coaching License Represented Suffolk County Schoolboys (U12-U15) Represented Cambridge United FC (U12-U14), Ipswich Town FC Academy (U15-U18) Liverpool John Moores University (2007-2010) Ipswich Town FC Center of Excellence (2007-2009) Liverpool FC Academy (2010) Challenger Sports Regional Accounts Manager (2013-2017) Coppell Academy (2013-present) Coppell FC Head Coach (2016-present)
RICH EVANS COPPELL FC 07G FA Level 1 & 2 Coaching License USSF E License Represented Newport County AFC Academy (U14-U16) Challenger Sports Summer Camp Director (2010-2014) Spartans FC Head Coach U16 & U18 Boys (2014-2016) Challenger Sports Academy Trainer (2014-2017) Coppell Academy (2016-2017) Coppell FC Head Coach (2016-present)
STEVEN BAILEY COPPELL FC 08B FA Level 1 & 2 Coaching License Represented Shrewsbury Town FC (U12-U14) and West Bromwich Albion (U14-U15) Challenger Sports Summer Camp Director (2012-2017) Challenger Sports Academy Trainer (2014-Present) Shrewsbury Head Coach, Massachusetts (2014-2015) CYSA Recreational Director of Coaching (2016-Present) Coppell Academy Coach (2016-Present)
VINICIUS DE LAPORTA COPPELL FC 08B USSF E License Tetra Brazil Futsal Level 2 Represented C.R. Flamengo JR Academy (U8-U14) University of Brasilia 1 st XI (2013-2017) Tetra Brazil Regional Coordinator (2015-Present) Challenger Soccer Academy Trainer (2016-Present) Challenger Sports Futsal Trainer (2016-Present) Coppell Academy Coach (2017-Present)
COPPELL FC CALENDAR SUMMER 2018 FALL WINTER 2018-2019 SPRING/SUMMER 2019 May/June 2018 Open practices & tournaments July 1 st Player selection / contract signing Select Contract Commitment July 1 st 2018 June 30 th 2019 July Team camps September November 2018 Fall season games One game a weekend Occasional midweek games December 2018 January 2019 Optional Indoor-Futsal Leagues Limited winter training PRACTICES & TOURNAMENTS February April 2019 Spring season games May June 2019 Post season tournaments June 2019 Open practices for 2019-2020 season July & August 2018 Qualifying tournaments for Classic (July) Plano league (August) August 2018 Coppell Cup tournament, date to TBD Practices Two practice sessions a week, sometimes more at coach s discretion Tournaments Options include Labor Day, Pre-Thanksgiving, Pre/Post Spring, Memorial Day Additional GK practices, coach & player education, 1 on 1 season evaluations
COPPELL FC OPEN PRACTICE SCHEDULE Age Birth Year Gender Days Times U11 2008 Boys & Girls Mon & Wed 5:30 to 7:00pm U12 2007 Boys & Girls Mon & Wed 5:30 to 7:00pm U13 2006 Boys & Girls Mon & Wed 7:00 to 8:30pm U14 2005 Boys Mon & Wed 7:00 to 8:30pm U15 & U16 2002 & 2003 Boys & Girls Mon & Wed 7:00 to 8:30pm *if your player s respective birth year/gender is not listed above, please contact VP of Competitive to discuss options
COPPELL FC - FINANCIAL COMMITMENT Coppell FC Fees Include: Coppell FC Fees Exclude: Team fees Two team practices per week with professional coach Coaching fees League and referee fees, League qualifier fees Home Association, City and admin fees Two tournaments annually - team can elect to enter more & pay the extra) Additional clinics and events at the discretion of the coach Team Training Camp in July/August Rental of indoor facilities as determined by the coach for practices cancelled due to weather Uniforms, any additional tournaments, travel costs, any individual team expenses, and any other miscellaneous items. Optional Winter Indoor/Futsal League will also be offered, cost will be divided amongst interested players. Annual Fee: $1,525
COPPELL FC - FINANCIAL COMMITMENT Payment Plan Options for 2018-19 Season Plan 1: $1,525 Due in full at signing Plan 2: $ 800 Due upon signing $ 375 Due September 1 st 2018 $ 375 Due November 1 st 2018 Total: $1,550
COPPELL FC SIGNING A CONTRACT Signing a contract with Coppell FC is a commitment for players to: Play only for Coppell FC from July 1 to June 30 (playing rec or with another club is not permitted by NTSSA) Train and play to the best of your ability Demonstrate the highest level of sportsmanship Attend all practices and games to the best of your ability Refrain from using profane language Not use controlled substances or alcohol Show respect to the officials Playing for Coppell FC is a commitment and we expect the commitment be taken seriously. The coaches have the highest level of commitment to the players, and we expect the same level of commitment in return from the players (and parents).
COPPELL FC UNIFORM All Coppell FC uniform items are available on our Coppell FC club store. Coppell FC Mandatory Uniform Package x2 Coppell FC UA Game Jerseys x2 Coppell FC UA Game Shorts x2 UA Socks (Red & White) x1 Coppell FC - UA Practice Jersey (Red) Includes # on Jersey & Shorts x1 Coppell FC Warm Up Jacket $149.17 (Youth) $165.67 (Adult) OPTIONAL.
LIFE AFTER U10 OTHER OPTIONS Will my child be able to just play recreational soccer in CYSA once they turn 10 years old? YES!! While many players branch out to other opportunities or simply elect to focus on school activities, CYSA has teams in most age groups for both boys and girls Starting at U11, boys and girls teams play in intercity leagues, representing Coppell against other cities in our area Our U11 and up teams play in the GLASA intercity league or Northern Mid Cities NMCSL For the Fall, U11 and U12 boys and girls will play 9v9, while U13 and up will play the full 11v11 Players have the excitement of traveling to other cities to play, and the pride of representing their home city
SUMMARY Coppell FC offers: A competitive opportunity with a focus on individual development and teamwork, not just winning A coaching environment that emphasizes sportsmanship and fair play and respect for the coaches/referees Talented professional coaches with notable experience Coaches that are committed to long term player development not short term gains Very affordable club fees relative to other clubs in the metroplex Beautiful practice fields close to home An opportunity to develop with Coppell kids and kids from neighboring cities Come and see for yourself starting on May 30! Register for open practices at: www.coppellfc.com
QUESTIONS CONTACT Meghan Morales - VP of Competitive vp.competitive@coppellyouthsoccer.com Jon Davies - Director of Academy & Coppell FC Coach jdavies@challengersports.com