Meet The Club Evening 2017
About The Club Peter Braun Club President
About The Club As an organization, we got our start more than thirty years ago as FC Kitsap. Over time we have adapted and grown to better serve local players. We ve aligned and combined with other local clubs to try and put players and soccer first. 2008: FC Kitsap rebrands as Westsound FC 2015: Kitsap Pumas Youth combines with Kitsap Alliance FC 2014: FC Crush merges with Westsound FC and creates
About The Club We are a 501 (C) (3) non-profit organization overseen by a board of directors and guided by a set of bylaws. Club President Peter Braun Vice President Teneka Morley-Short Secretary Michelle Hill Treasurer Jonee Dubos Soccer Management Team David Connolly Soccer Management Team Chris Warthen Communications Kara Russell Uniforms Travis Beach Tony Day Vickie MacKenzie Marguerite Ramirez Assistant Director of Coaching MOD Coaching Staff Board of Directors Director of Coaching Girls Full-Sided Coaching Staff Administrative Director Boys Full-Sided Coaching Staff
About The Club We have teams from U9 U18 competing in the Regional Club League (RCL). The RCL is comprised of the top 18 clubs in the state and provides the highest level league play and player development. To be named a Regional Club, Clubs must adhere to the Regional Club League Charter, which outlines rigorous standards including criteria and levels of coaching licensure, player development curriculum and training guidelines to ensure standardizations across the League and that all Clubs are of equivalent caliber. Northwest Sound Youth Soccer Association (NSYSA) Washington Youth Soccer Association (WYS) United States Youth Soccer Association (USYSA) We are part of: We aim to provide the Kitsap Peninsula youth the opportunity to develop individual and team soccer skills to their fullest potential through expert training and excellent team competition.
Who We Serve We serve the communities of Kitsap, Mason, Jefferson and Clallam counties. We provide playing opportunities for 4 18 year olds.
Event Calendar
KAFC Player Pathway
KAFC Player Development The ability to develop/teach = knowing what to value, why to value it, when to value it and how to best instill that value in a player. Value: Dribbling a ball Why: Allows the player to manipulate the ball while varying speeds and direction When: From the beginning stages with little to no pressure and increasing pressure as the player builds competence How: Provide a training environment that builds confidence, provides success, understands that failure is an opportunity to learn and reinforces the value through encouragement.
KAFC Player Development The 4 Corner Model The 4 Corner model for player development outlines the range of influencing factors which may need to be addressed if a young player is to reach their full potential. As the development pathway for each individual is unique and diverse, the needs of each player will ebb and flow in all of the 4 corners. For some players the need for added support will be minimal, whilst others may require more applied and specific support. It is important to understand that each of the corners is connected, and relies on support from the other three.
KAFC Player Development Passing & Receiving Dribbling & Turning Shooting & Tackling Heading & Juggling Understanding of position within the team Understanding of team formation Understanding of team game plan Ability to make Speed Strength Stamina Agility Enjoyment of training/game environment Self-Confidence Self-Motivation Lifestyle Considerations
KAFC Player Development U4 U8: Introduction to the sport. Emphasis on a fun environment to encourage kids to fall in love with the game. U9 U12: Major focus on improving technical skills at this age. 7v7 and 9v9 play. U13 U14: Introduction to 11v11 tactical concepts. Higher physical demands. U15 U18: Primary focus is on tactical and physical work.
KAFC Player & Coach Expectations Commitment Work Ethic Mentality/Attitude Preparedness Mentality/Attitude Individual Commitment - Commitment to Team Willingness and commitment to better one's self and team and maximize every opportunity for improvement. Can do attitude and positive mindset individually and towards the team. Mentally and Physically prepared at Training and Games Willingness to be corrected without pushback and then use of that knowledge to improve
Progress is a Process Soccer America: What is it that needs to be improved at the grassroots? BRAD FRIEDEL: It s the technique, the technique, the technique, the technique I ve been to so many states here and all the parents are so concerned about is winning, winning, winning. Winning is irrelevant when you re 11 or 12 years old. It really is it. If you do win by playing the right way and you implement what you do in practice, that s great, it s a good team thing. But I don t take much notice at certain age groups and certain tournaments with wins and losses. At youth tournaments, I look at the technical ability of the players. Whether the team wins or loses -- I don t care. The scouts from Europe, they don t care either. Some of the best systems -- you go into Holland, various parts of France. Germany. Certain clubs in England -- we re [Tottenham] one of them right now, the way they run youth modules are exceptional and they do not emphasize winning. Brad Friedel Played 82 games for the United States national team between 1992 and 2005, and at three FIFA World Cup tournaments. He is the current holder of the English Premier League record for most consecutive appearances with 310
Progress is a Process DENNIS BERGKAMP: Sometimes you put your strongest player on the bench just to let others shine. Or you put a right-footed player who can't do anything with his left on the left side and force him to use his left foot. Of course in that game you will probably lose because you don't use your strongest players in their strongest position, but in the end you have a player who used his left foot when he was 12 and 13 and 14, and he can use both feet when he comes into the first team. That's what we have at Ajax and I really stand behind that. Dennis Bergkamp Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in his generation, Bergkamp finished third twice in the FIFA World Player of the Year award and was selected by Pelé as one of the FIFA 100 greatest living players.
U4 U8 Juniors New program launched this Spring. Our reasons for pursuing and interest in players at this younger age Training Booklet been designed as a foundation for coaches to use Developing a Growth Mindset and Good Training habits Less talk/more action within in the younger ages How we can support our children What we would like to achieve by the ages of 6yrs and 8yrs.
U4 U8 Juniors General characteristics of the U4-U8 player include: Constantly in motion Short attention span (easily distracted) Individually oriented (egocentric) Little concern for team activities What we would like to achieve by the ages of 6yrs and 8yrs.
U9 U12 Premier Academy Training Environment No pressure/un-opposed i.e. learning the bio mechanics Limited Pressure/Skill Practice I.e. opponent pressure, time or space. Full pressure/training practice or Game The increase in Contact Time with the players Competition within the team in a training environment Formations and Tactics at these ages. Balance with Depth, Width and Length Support Starting positions Understanding that we all can Attack and Defend. How do we measure success at these ages?
U9 U12 Premier Academy What To Expect Experienced coaches with USSF D licensing or higher and proven ability in player development at these ages 3 x Weekly Practices year round 21 RCL League Games over a Fall & Spring Season 3 4 Tournaments WA State/Presidents Cup Entry (Spring)
U13 U14 Premier Developing technical superiority, intro to 11v11 tactical concepts and roles within the tactical concepts both Attacking and Defending. Commitment to team and what the role of the individual is within a team environment Understanding of Attacking Principles Understanding of Defending Principles Mastering Technical Superiority Develop a healthy winning mentality (individually and as a team)
U13 U14 Premier What To Expect Highly licensed coach with a proven track record working at this age/level 3 x Weekly Practices year round 21 RCL League Games over a Fall & Spring Season 3 4 Tournaments WA State/Presidents Cup Entry (Spring)
U15 U18 Premier All Technically Capable All Tactically Aware Athletically / Emotionally Capable Driven / Passionate Some Special Qualities
U15 U18 Premier What To Expect Highly licensed coach with a proven track record working at this age/level 3 x Weekly Practices in-season 14-16 RCL League Games (Boys = Fall, Girls = Winter) 3 4 Tournaments/College Showcase Events WA State/Presidents Cup Entry (Spring) Access to our College Preparation Program
Additional Expectations Camps 5 Day Summer Camps Goalkeeper/Striker Camps Challenger Sports Camps Combined Games Specialized combined intra-club friendlies Futsal Futsal Summer Tournament Futsal Practices in Winter College Preparation Program Access to College Preparation Program
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Sponsorship As a potential sponsor, we d like you to be our partner, too. As part of our Champions Program, you ll receive strong representation in our community as well as among our families. We d love to talk with you about how our program can help enhance your brand. As part of the program, you ll directly impact our club and local youth in three ways: Player Support and Club Scholarships Education and Training for Coaches Fields and Equipment Enhancement
Current Sponsors (2017-2019)
Support Please consider making a Gift to KAFC this year. Your support will be used towards schoalrships.
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