FC PRIDE SOCCER CLUB CLUB MEETING, TUESDAY FEBRUARY 7 th, 2017 LAWRENCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

FC PRIDE SOCCER CLUB CLUB MEETING, TUESDAY FEBRUARY 7 th, 2017 LAWRENCE CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL AUDITORIUM

MEETING AGENDA o Welcome Address From Ed Richardson (FC Pride President) o 2017 Club Direction o Taking FC Pride to the next level o FC Pride Recreation Academy o 2017/2018 Uniform Release o Player and Parent Code of Conduct o Club Development Pyramid o The Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) o What is the ECNL? o Conference Alignment o The FC Pride/ECNL Experience o ECNL Logistics (Schedules/Cost Structure/Travel) o The ECNL vs. The Development Academy o ECNL Player Identification Model o ECNL College Impact o College Recruiting and NCAA Eligibility Discussion

WELCOME Club President: Ed Richardson College Representatives: o Iowa Rade Tanaskovic o Mercer Mike Melton o Valparaiso Katelyn Longino NCAA Eligibility o Brett Gorden A Special Congratulations to all 2017 College Commitments

CURRENT FC PRIDE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Ed Richardson President Jason Dean - Vice President Carol King Treasurer Sheri Dowden Secretary Jay Ferguson - Member at Large Tom Paskus - Member at Large Tracey Shaner - Member at Large Doug Kahlenbeck - Member at Large Carey Horsley - Member at Large Mark Lemon - Member at Large

WHAT IS FC PRIDE? 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Organization WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF FC PRIDE? The Club shall develop, promote and administer youth soccer in the State of Indiana on behalf of players, coaches and administrators consistent with the constitution and bylaws, policies and procedures of IYSA, USYSA, USSF and the United States Olympic Committee (USOC)E

2017 CLUB DIRECTION The direction for 2017 is to transition FC Pride to the next level as a professional youth club by committing to compete on a National level with both the boys and girls programs. FC Pride continues to grow, and so do our standards on and off the field: 2013 363 players vs. 2017-560 players FC Pride Tournament Series continues to grow: 2014, 2015 & 2016 FC Pride Cup and Red Lion Invitational at maximum capacity Transitioning to a more full time based coaching model to give the most professional/focused experience (Currently 9 full time staff including Administration and Facilities Management) Thriving partnerships with Nike Soccer, FCBescola/ISL Futbol, AIM Performance (GPS Technology) Although growth is positive, we maintain our vision and philosophy. We value quality over quantity and will only grow until the point that we feel our infrastructure can continue to support our players

2017 CLUB DIRECTION CONTINUED 2017 sees the creation of the FC Pride Recreational Academy League Recreational Academy Director Kevin Collins What is Recreational Academy? o A Recreational League with games and practices o Games played mainly on Saturday mornings o Led by Licensed Professional Staff What Does Recreational Academy Offer? o Parent & Coaches Education Clinics o Online Curriculum & Practice Sessions o Free Player Clinics Fun and Affordable! o Groupon Deal o Nike Jersey/Socks Included

2017 CLUB DIRECTION CONTINUED 2017/2018 Girls Teams U8 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U8 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U9 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U9 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U10 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U10 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U11 Red (ISL/TPL) U11 Black (ISL) U12 Red (ISL/TPL) U12 Black (ISL) U13 Pre-ECNL (ECNL/TPL) U13 Red (ISL/MRL) U13 Black (ISL) U14 ECNL (ECNL) U14 Red (MRL) U14 Black (ISL) U15 ECNL (ECNL) U15 Red (MRL) U15 Black (ISL) U16 ECNL (ECNL) U16 Red (MRL) U16 Black (ISL) U17 ECNL (ECNL) U17 Red (MRL) U17 Black (ISL) U18/U19 ECNL (ECNL) U18/U19 Composite (ECNL/MRL) U18 Red (MRL) U19 Red (MRL) WPSL (WPSL) **League Placement subject to change per state qualification rules** ** Teams listed as would qualify on 2/3/2017**

2017 CLUB DIRECTION CONTINUED 2017/2018 Boys Teams U8 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U8 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U9 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U9 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U10 Academy Red (Central North Conference) U10 Academy Black (Central North Conference) U11 Red (ISL/TPL) U11 Black (ISL) U12 Red (ISL/TPL) U12 Black (ISL) U13 Pre-ECNL (ECNL/TPL) U13 Red (ISL) U13 Black (ISL) U14 ECNL (ECNL) U14 Red (ISL) U14 Black (ISL) U15 ECNL (ECNL) U15 Red (MRL) U15 Black (ISL) U16 ECNL (ECNL) U16 Red (ISL) U16 Black (ISL) U17 ECNL (ECNL) U17 Red (MRL) U17 Black (ISL) U18/U19 ECNL (ECNL) U18/U19 Composite (ECNL/MRL) U18 Red (ISL) U19 Red (ISL) **League Placement subject to change per state qualification rules** ** Teams listed as would qualify on 2/3/2017**

FC PRIDE 2017/2018 CLUB UNIFORM

FC PRIDE PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT PURPOSE o To set a club standard for all players and create an environment that allows for maximum development & growth. o Set high standards of quality and professionalism within the FC Pride organization o Protect all parties (parents, players, coaches, club, etc) in instances of conflict o Establish consistent expectations for players and parents o Teach players good morals, work ethic, respect, and discipline

FC PRIDE PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT o Refrain from coaching from the sidelines (for parents) o Authority Conflict o Different tactical objectives o Hinders the learning process SIDELINE BEHAVIOR o o The Den o Parents and non-players are to remain in the lobby during indoor practices Disrespect toward Referees o Never helps, only hurts. o Distracts the players & reflects poorly on FC Pride

FC PRIDE PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT VOICING YOUR CONCERN The worst aspect of the game was the car ride home. My parents, while well-meaning, were always critiquing my performance and that of my teammates. It taught me to not take risks and to have a negative attitude toward my teammates-i deflected the negative attention off myself by complaining about my teammates. -Lindsay A. o 24 Hour Rule o Safeguard against high emotions saying things later regret o Chain of Command o (1) Team Head Coach (2) Age Group Director, (3) Executive Director o Car Ride Home o If they want to talk about the game, let them bring it up to you

o Arriving early to prepare FC PRIDE PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT DEVELOPING CHARACTER & RESPONSIBILITY If you re early, you re on time. If you re on time, you re late. o Communication o Players should communicate directly with coach when possible o Players should be prepared & take ownership of their development o Player Behavior o Good attitudes, follow instruction, be engaged. o No profanity or vulgar language o Use social media in a positive way; do not cut others down o Show Respect to other: Physical Violence will not be tolerated

FC PRIDE PLAYER AND PARENT CODE OF CONDUCT FINAL THOUGHTS o Buy in to the club philosophy o It s all about the players o Trust the coaches o Support the club o Believe in the plan

FC PRIDE COMPETITIVE PYRAMID

WHAT IS THE ECNL? o Founded in 2009 o Established to provide the best developmental environment for athletes o Expanding to boys soccer in 2017/2018 o Improved the identification of athletes o College Programs o US National Teams o Provide a support structure for clubs to improve o Coaching education o Player education o Player identification o Injury prevention o Enables clubs with similar development philosophies to compete o Provide showcase opportunities where a high concentration of college coaches can watch high level games

GIRLS CONFERENCE OHIO VALLEY DIVISION FC PRIDE OHIO ELITE OHIO PREMIER (OP) TENNESSEE SOCCER CLUB FC ALLIANCE WESTERN NY FLASH (Buffalo) INTERNATIONALS SC PITTSBURGH RIVERHOUNDS BOYS CONFERENCE DIVISION FC PRIDE FC WISCONSIN MICHIGAN WOLVES OHIO ELITE OHIO PREMIER (OP) PITTSBURGH RIVERHOUNDS ST. LOUIS SCOTT GALLAGHER (IL) ST. LOUIS SCOTT GALLAGHER (MO) VARDAR

PRELIMINARY ECNL COACHING STAFF 2017/2018 GIRLS STAFF U13-2005 Matt Blackbourne U14 2004 Jamie Gilbert U15 2003 McKinley Jones U16 2002 Mike Beckner U17 2001 Matt Blackbourne U18/U19 2000/1999 Craig Donaldson U18/U19 Composite McKinley Jones BOYS STAFF U13 2005 Chris Westrop U14 2004 Chris Westrop U15 2003 Damon Carter U16 2002 Damon Carter U17 2001 Ante Cop U18/U19-2000/1999 Ante Cop U18/U19 Composite Jonny Alger ECNL Goalkeepers: Cory Sandvold/Ante Cop Set Pieces: Jamie Gilbert (corners/free kicks/throw ins/pk s) **COACHING STAFF SUBJECT TO CHANGE**

ECNL LOGISTICS WHAT WILL AN ECNL PLAYER EXPERIENCE AT FC PRIDE? o Professional Attire: Travel Polo and Travel Jacket Included in Club Fee o Professional Logistics: Club Travel Model (U15-U19 High School Ages) o Professional Training Experience: GPS Technology Used to Track Physical Performance In Games and Training o Extra Training: 4 th Session Per Week On Non Competition Weekends o Exposure: High concentration of college coaches at ECNL Showcase Events o Multiple Evaluation Process: Pre Season Evaluation Meeting/Winter Evaluation/Pre Tryout Evaluation o High Level Conference Games o High Level Showcase Environments

ECNL LOGISTICS WHAT WILL AN AWAY TRIP LOOK LIKE IN THE ECNL WITH CLUB TRAVEL? FRIDAY 3.30pm Meet at The Den and board bus for travel 4pm Leave for destination 8pm Check in to Hotel 8.30pm - Team Dinner 10pm Team Curfew SATURDAY 7am Wake Up 8am Team Breakfast 9am Team Activation Session or Meeting 11.30am Team Lunch 1pm Leave For Game 2.30pm Game vs. Opponent 5pm Arrive Back at Hotel 5.30pm 2 hours Study Time 7.30pm Team Dinner 10pm Team Curfew

ECNL LOGISTICS WHAT WILL AN AWAY TRIP LOOK LIKE IN THE ECNL WITH CLUB TRAVEL? SUNDAY 7am Wake Up 8am Team Breakfast 9am Leave for Game 11am Game vs. Opponent 1pm Board Bus to Travel Back to Indianapolis/Lunch on Bus

ECNL/USYSA 2017/2018 SEASON CALENDAR U13/U14 (2005/2004) AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY ECNL Pre-Season Grand Park Cup/OP/Conf. FC Pride Cup/Conf. Play Conference Play Conference Play Training USYSA Pre-Season Grand Park Cup/OP ISL/MRL FC Pride Cup ISL/MRL ISL/MRL Training Training FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY ECNL Ohio Elite (14s Only) St Louis Pre-ECNL Red Lion Inv./Conf. Play Pre ECNL - Greer, SC ECNL Nationals Off USYSA Training Spring Thaw Red Lion Inv. MRL/ISL State Cup State Cup/Regionals Off

ECNL/USYSA 2017/2018 SEASON CALENDAR U15 (2003) AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY ECNL Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show./Conf Play Conference Play/SANFORD Training USYSA Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show CASL Training FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY ECNL Ohio Elite St Louis Pre-ECNL/Conf. Play Conference Play Conference Play/PDA ECNL Nationals ECNL Finals USYSA Ohio Elite MRL Crossroads/Red Lion ISL/MRL State Cup MRL/ISL State Cup/Regionals Off

ECNL/USYSA 2017/2018 SEASON CALENDAR U16/U17 (2002/2001) AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY ECNL Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show./Conf Play Conference Play/SANFORD Training USYSA Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show CASL Training FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY ECNL Texas Conference Play Conference Play Conference Play/PDA ECNL Nationals ECNL Finals USYSA Ohio Elite MRL Crossroads/Red Lion ISL/MRL State Cup MRL/ISL State Cup/Regionals Off

ECNL/USYSA 2017/2018 SEASON CALENDAR U18/U19 (2000/1999) AUGUST SEPTEMBER OCTOBER NOVEMBER DECEMBER JANUARY ECNL Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show./Conf Play Conference Play/SANFORD Training Composite Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show./Conf Play Conference Play/CASL Training USYSA Off - High School Off - High School High School/Pre Season Ind. Col. Show CASL Training FEBRUARY MARCH APRIL MAY JUNE JULY ECNL Ohio Elite Conference Play Conference Play Conference Play/PDA ECNL Nationals ECNL Finals Composite Ohio Elite Conference Play/MRL Conference Play/MRL Conference Play/State Cup State Cup/Regionals Off USYSA Ohio Elite MRL Crossroads/Red Lion ISL/MRL State Cup MRL/ISL State Cup/Regionals Off

ECNL vs. THE DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY Player Cost (Based on Indiana Fire ECNL 2016-2017 Season Schedule) o ECNL Club Fee = TBC (Between $2,250 and $2,400) o ECNL Travel Cost = Estimate $1,100 (plus ECNL Sanford (U15-U19) and ECNL Texas (U16/U17) o Development Academy Cost = $5,500 (inclusive of player travel) Substitution Policy o ECNL - familiar substitution rules, open in showcases o DA - FIFA Substitution policy (3 stoppages, max of 5 substitutions, no re-entry) Travel o ECNL Conference realignment set to reduce travel o DA - Potential single game weekends, despite the travel distance (New York x 2 and Minnesota) o DA - Travelling players not guaranteed any playing time due to substitution policy Restrictions o ECNL No High School restrictions o DA - No High School Soccer for players born in 2001 and younger

ECNL TRAVEL COSTS FC Pride ECNL Travel Model based on Conference Games and one showcase (PDA) for U15-U19 teams (HS Ages) FC Pride Club Fees: (TBC) Between $2,250 and $2,400 FC Pride ECNL Travel Model Cost (Based on Indiana Fire ECNL 2016-2017 Season Schedule) December Carolina - $250 January Sanford, Florida Showcase Travel on own February Texas Showcase Travel on own (2002/2001s) March Maryland - $265 April Ohio (North) - $190 May Ohio (South) - $40 (Day Trip) May PDA Showcase - $345 June National Finals, Rockford IL On own Total = $1,090 (Individual trip fees paid two weeks prior to trip) (Due to conference re-alignment, travel will be reduced from the list above.)

ECNL IDENTIFICATION PLATFORM o The ECNL Player Development Program is in conjunction with US Club Soccer s id 2 Player Development Program ( ECNL PDP ). o The ECNL PDP Goals are: o Identify the top players within each ECNL conference at multiple age groups o Provide a developmental experience o Recognize and reward individual performance and achievement o The ECNL PDP events provide an opportunity for the top players within every ECNL conference to play with and against the best players within their region at multiple age groups. o The ECNL PDPs will bring together the top 60 players within the conference or geographic region for a weekend of training, competition, and education. o Each ECNL PDP will occur over two days and will include three training sessions/matches and a presentation for the players. o Based upon their performance in ECNL competitions and in the ECNL PDPs over the course of the year, players may be invited to participate in the 2016 ECNL National Training Camp.

ECNL COLLEGE IMPACT ECNL Statistics o 92% of players in the ECNL during the 2016/2017 season will play college soccer o 3,900 players from the ECNL have played Division 1 soccer since 2015 o 58% of players in the Big East are ECNL Alumni Power 5 Impact o 65% of players in the ACC are ECNL Alumni o 58% of players in the Big 10 are ECNL Alumni o 62% of players in the Big 12 are ECNL Alumni o 66% of players in the Pac 12 are ECNL Alumni o 62% of players in the SEC are ECNL Alumni

FC PRIDE WPSL o FC Pride enters fourth WPSL season o WPSL is the largest Women s amateur/semi professional league in the world with over 90 clubs in the United States o In the American Women s Soccer landscape, WPSL is the considered second tier to the NWSL o 8-10 conference games and schedules o 3 nights of training per week o Important for college bound athletes o Exposure to other college athletes o Get game sharp in the summer to help settle in to fall college soccer season o Division Opponents: o Cincinnati Sirens (Cincinnati, OH) o Columbus Eagles (Columbus, OH) o Dayton Dutch Lions (Dayton, OH) o Fire & Ice Soccer Club (St Louis, Mo)

COLLEGE COACH AND ELIGIBILITY DISCUSSION Brett Gorden (NCAA ELIGIBILITY) Mike Melton (Mercer Soccer) Rade Tanaskovic (Iowa Soccer) Katelyn Longino (Valparaiso Soccer)

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