Style and Philosophy *The Definition of Style - n - a particular way in which something is done, created, or performed Translation: A distinctive form of execution toward a task Adaptation: The SVFC brand of soccer is built upon our principles of play. It will emphasize a passing based creative attacking game, balanced with aggressive adaptable defending, integrated with intelligent transition. *Merriam-Webster

Style and Philosophy *The Definition of Philosophy - n - a set of ideas about how to do something or how to live Translation: A system of principles for guidance Adaptation: We will play possession based, attractive soccer We will win as a by-product of our style We value the process every bit as much (if not more) than the outcome Our club is a reflection of our community *Merriam-Webster

The Values of St. Vrain FC Passion, Dedication and Diligence Volunteerism Scholarship Community Positive Behaviors are more important than wins Players must compete and learn to love the struggle Desire must come from within, not as a result of being driven by coach or parent Process Player Education – The Beautiful Game Parent Education – How the process works for the players Coach Education – Information/Knowledge, Pedagogy and Planning Education Movement between teams to find appropriate training and competition environment Growth and Development happens at different rates for different players Panic Zone/Learning Zone/Comfort Zone – must be in the correct place Team Player First Approach

The Importance of Competition U9/U10 Learn to Train Learn to love the game – You can have fun while working hard Fun and Energetic Environment U11/U12 Train to Compete Develop good training behaviors – Compete against Self Safe learning environment U13/U14 Learn to Play Implement technique into match environments – train at match speed Translation of topic to match U15/U16 Compete to Play Love the Grind – everything is a competition Compete to get on the field U17/U18 Play to WinEffectiveness Matters – Prove It Compete to help the team win

Team Formation U9/U10 Players Placed based on Training Groups No set positionsEveryone plays U11/U12 Players Placed based on Training Groups No set positions, but less rotation. Everyone should play U13/U14 Players Placed based on Competition Groups Traditional roles assigned and more consistent, inc. GK Playing time based on Merit U15/U16 Players Placed Based on Competition Groups Roles and team assignment based on team need Players must be ready to play when called upon U17/U18 Players Placed Based on Competition Groups Roles and team assignment based on team need Playing time subject to requirements of the team