As a coach, I truly understand how valuable playing at the club level is. I also know how valuable playing for your school is. Playing at the school level is unique as it instills school/community pride and leadership opportunities. You will have evolving roles and functions as the team is constantly changing and growing. School soccer also provides many leadership opportunities. Because I understand the value of both, I want to help your middle schooler balance both. As both make them better soccer players.
I will have high expectations for players. Expect me to check in with teachers and hold athletes responsible for their choices at school. Nothing we do on the field matters if our academics and behavior are not where they should be. But, also expect me to advocate and support athletes in the classroom.
Players must pass 5 out of 7 classes in the fall semester in order to try-out.
Exemplar behavior at school
Good grades (70 or higher average in all classes)
Willingness to learn and grow
Kind to all teammates
Communication with coach about the following:
Missing games or practices
Injuries!!!
Academic needs
Questions about formation and positions