Here are some resources to help the PLAYER!
Training Clips from US Youth Soccer!
Coaches! US Youth Soccer has made available clips of specific soccer techniques for you to view, learn, and teach to your players! These skill topics and examples range from the Push Pass, Wedge Trap, Instep Drive, Receiving Ground Balls to Crossing the ball, Chipping, and Goalkeeper Punting! Something for ALL age levels!
We have provided you the link at:
So grab a ball, turn up the volume on your computer or hand-held device and get ready to learn! Then pass these skills on to your players!!
Red Bull Training Academy Skills Video Clips!
Red Bull Training Academy is no slouch in the video clips department either! They have videos detailing the very techical to the basic push pass!
Check out the Red Bull Training Program Library here:
US Youth Soccer Player's Guide!
Become a better player and teammate! Read and learn! In this player’s guide, Coach John Thomas and Coach Sam Snow give you the “how to” on the points mentioned above and more. The US Youth Soccer Player’s Guide is a quick, fun overview of the game, covering everything on an off the field, including training, adult expectations and good game day routines. Use this as a resource to help you become a better player and teammate.
Go to the link here:
http://www.usyouthsoccer.org/assets/1/1/Player's_Guide_2011.pdf
Hamilton Girls Soccer Club Code of Conduct
The mission of the Hamilton Girls Soccer Club is to provide a safe, fun, and sportsmanlike atmosphere for young girls of Hamilton Township and its surrounding communities to learn and participate in the game of soccer.
Our organization is comprised of the players, their parents, volunteer coaches, referees, division directors and an Executive Board. The success of our program depends on the collective efforts of, and cooperation among ALL participants. To ensure the continued success of our program, we have identified the responsibilities of each participant.
We have a zero-tolerance policy for unsportsmanlike conduct. Any breach of this policy can result in suspension or removal from club activities.
The Player:
1. Play for the fun of it.
2. Arrives at practices and games at designated times, properly equipped and ready to play.
3. Listens to the coach and diligently tries to follow his/her instructions.
4. Demonstrates enthusiasm by working as hard as possible at all times.
5. Treats teammates, coaches, opponents, and officials with respect and courtesy.
6. Plays the position assigned with enthusiasm.
7. Makes no comments to the officials during the game. Thanks the officials after the game.
8. Demonstrates good sportsmanship, win or lose.