QUSC Parent Meeting 2016

Board Members President – K. J. Whittaker Treasurer – Abby Drebes Secretary – Nancy Dreyer Executive Director – Ryan Gottier Registrar – Beth Evans Office Manager – Amanda Keck Events – Nathan Nuttelman

Mission Statement QUSC Mission Statement: The mission of Quincy United Soccer Club is to instill in its players a love of the game while fostering their physical, mental, and emotional growth in order to produce excellence on and off the field. Philosophy – Travel: The philosophy of the Quincy United travel program is to develop players who reach their fullest potential through the implementation of a structured curriculum by quality coaches in a competitive environment. The travel program will emphasize technical and tactical proficiency coupled with character development and community involvement.

Finances Player fees – see following pages Payment plans – upon acceptance of player position through our webpage, you have the option to pay in full or 5 monthly payments (August-December) of $79 Refund policy – see following pages Multi-child discount – see following pages Deadlines – all player fees are due by 12/31; player cards will be held until the fee is paid in full. Additional Fees

Player fees Breakdown of player fees based on u11 team with 12 players $475x12=$5700 QUSC expenses for u11 team: SLYSA league fee=$1445 Emerald Cup=$675 Champions Cup=$675 IL FC Invite=$550 Coaches compensation=$1500 Carding expense=$264 Insurance=$70 JWCC field maintenance and donation=$220 Sponsorship of QU and local HS soccer programs=$45 QUSC Administration Compensation (without executive director)=$900 TOTAL=$6,294 QUSC expense per player ($6294/12)=$524.50

Refund policy Club membership fees and player deposits are not refundable. If a player leaves the Club before December 31st, the balance paid less the player deposit may be refunded. Once the season starts; January 1st, there will be no refunds given. Extenuating circumstances (family emergencies, relocation, injury) may be reviewed by the Board. The Club will not give refunds due to cancellation of tournament or league play.

Multi-child discount Spring fees only – no discounts given on uniform fees or indoor training Discount begins @ 3rd child: 3rd child: 1/3 off the lowest fee 4th child: 2/3 off the lowest fee 5th child and any more after that, are free

Business Items Carding: US Club Yearly C0mpetitive Calendar Uniform Changes/Needs Travel Protocol

Communication Role of the coach Role of the parent Role of the player 24 Hour rule Chain of command 1. Coach 2. Executive Director Board

Fall Developmental League Fall Developmental League: The Fall Developmental League is an 8 week program that will combine the teaching of technical skills with practical application in small-sided games. This will be enjoyed in a fun, positive, and safe environment. It is structured for boys and girls born in 2008, 2009, 2010, and 2011 and is designed to improve a player’s technical skills. The primary focus at this level is to develop individual skills that are critical in order to be a successful soccer player. The program will begin with two trainings per week (Mondays and Wednesdays) in weeks one and two and will commence with one training per week (Wednesday) and a Sunday afternoon scrimmage in weeks three through eight. In all, participants will enjoy a total of 10 technical training sessions and 6 games. Trainings and games will take place at John Wood Community College and will begin August 29thth. The cost to participate is $125 (which includes a shirt). A parent meeting is set for August 22, 7:00 PM at a location TBD.

Fall Technical Training Fall Technical Training: This fall, QUSC will be offering an additional opportunity for our travel team members. Players will be combined into groups of 8-12 for the purpose of specific technical training. The program will consist of 6, 1 hour sessions on Sunday evenings in September and October. The program will take place at QND and will run from 5-9 pm with younger participants given earlier time slots. The 6 sessions will cost $50. The exact program dates are September 4th, 11th, 25th and October 9th, 16th, and 23rd.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Dick’s Sporting Goods Touch Challenge Product donations QUSC Shopping Event August 20 & 21

Thank You Concluding thoughts Team meetings