1. Recreational Season Coaches and Parent Information
NCSC 2018
Recreational Season
Coaches and Parent Information

2. Important Dates U6 & U8 Academy Tuesday 9/25/18 5pm
All coaches and teams must participate
Opening day – Saturday Oct. 20th,
Last Regular Season Game – Jan. 26, 2019
U6 is finished
Nature Coast Cup – U8 thru U16 – Feb 2nd & 3rd
All teams must participate
Citrus Cup – Top 2 teams in age group – Feb 9th & 10th
3v3 tournament – TBD in March

3. Teams
Coaches will receive team rosters and pick practice locations today
Coaches- please contact all players by Friday 9/21
Parents- If you have not heard from your coach by Friday 9/21 please Jeff Brake

4. Opening Day Oct 20th
All teams will report to 8:30 for opening ceremonies.
Pictures will follow ceremonies
Games will follow Pictures

5. Additional Training Available
Sunday Afternoons – Cost $5 per player
For all players who want to be challenged at a higher level of play
One goal is for identification, selection and training of potential “All-Star Team(s)” players
Option of up to 3 additional tournaments after regular season for these teams

6. Victoria Ekeli – NCSC Trainer

7. Communication Website www.naturecoastsoccer.com Facebook

8. Age chart Age Group U6 U8 U10 U12 U14 U15 and older Ball Size 3 4 5
Min # of Players 7
Number of Players 9 11
Max Roster 6 8 12 16 18
Indirect Free Kick
Yes (5 yards)
Yes (8 yards)
Yes (10 yards)
Direct Free Kick No
Yes
Penalty Kicks
Offsides
2nd Try Throw-Ins
Time of Play
4 - 8 min quarters
min quarters
25 min halves
30 min halves
35 min halves
40 min halves
Heading Allowed
Coaching Area
half of sideline
Tech Box
Score From Kick-Off

9. Coaching Requirements
Background Check
CDC Heads Up Concussion course
Got Soccer.com
Safe Sport Certification
Safesport.org
Introduction to Grassroots Coaching
Digital coach center – US Soccer
Code of Conduct Acknowledgment
Sign Today
Coaching requirements need to be completed before taking the field. See Jeff Brake for more detailed instruction.

10. Coaching Resources
Coaches with questions or needing coaching information need to contact the ADOC Jeff Brake for assistance
Online library of resources can be found at:
Available for order Coach Deck - $19.95
Please watch for electronic copies of “ NCSC Coaches Handbook” and other resources.

11. Code of Conduct
Parents, coaches, fans and players must abide by the Nature Coast Soccer Club Code of Conduct. In addition, as a member of Florida Youth Soccer, all stakeholders mentioned above are also bound by FYSA policy and By-laws. Prior to play this year, all parents, players and coaches will be asked to sign forms stating your agreement to adhere to these policies.

12. Code of Conduct - Coaches
NCSC will not tolerate behavior which brings the club, team, or game into
disrepute. NCSC has high standards for the conduct of its coaches. They must
be the standard bearers of good sportsmanship, conduct and ethical behavior
at all times. The club believes that the coach must set and maintain an
example for all players and spectators to follow: :
The spirit of the game and its laws are non-negotiable. Coaches need to work hard to create success for the development of players and the team by following the rules and their intent.
Respect towards game officials, opponents, and players is absolutely required. Coaches must expect to be treated with respect, honor, and dignity and must demonstrate the same at all times.
The conduct of the players is a reflection of the coach. The coach is expected to uphold high standards of sportsmanship for all players at all times and remember that the reputation of the organization and town is formed by the behavior of all its representatives.
Coaches who fail to abide by these expectations may face disciplinary action by game officials, the Board of Directors of NCSC and FYSA
All functions of NCSC are contracted, permitted, private functions. Coaches who do not abide by these expectations may be required to leave the field by the referee, or any Board member of NCSC.

13. Code of Conduct - Spectators
NCSC will not tolerate behavior which brings the club, team, or game into
disrepute. NCSC believes that the attitude shown by parents toward the coach,
the referees, the opposing players and the importance of winning vs. losing are
of paramount importance. Inappropriate comments or actions by adults bent on
short- term success rather than the long range benefits undermines the
essence of player development and introduces stresses which are
inappropriate for children:
Encourage your player by word and example. The athlete is counting on you as their primary teacher – in soccer and in life!
Accept the decisions of referees and coaches with style and dignity. Never criticize a referee’s integrity, honesty or judgment. They are there to do an honest job which few others are willing to undertake.
Applaud good play by all players. Opponents are friends, for without them your child could not play.
All functions of NCSC are contracted, permitted, private functions. Spectators who do not abide by these expectations may be required to leave the field by the referee, the coach, or any Board member of NCSC.

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