The following things are necessities for nearly every game and practice:
For the players:
Cleats that fit
Shin Guards
White shirt for alternate uniform
Soccer Ball - Pumped up for warm up drills
Hair Ties if needed
Wear shin guards under socks
No jewelry - take off jewelry before warm up
Uniform shirts should be tucked in (and only for/on game day)
Shoelaces tied WELL (ask for help if necessary)
Full Water Bottle/sports drink
Bug Spray if needed
Sunscreen if needed
Warm clothing: Gloves/hats/ear warmers/Turtleneck if needed
Team Sweats
Games:
Teams usually play one game a week on Saturday
The lengths of the games vary depending on the ages of the kids
Teams usually play one game a week on Saturday
Please arrive 30 minutes before your scheduled start time to allow the kids time to stretch and warm up or by decision of your coach
Games are divided into two halves, separated by "half-time" which is a break time of roughly 5-15 minutes depending on the ages of the kids
Please parents support the kids, all the kids, even the other teams! Parents set a good example of sportsmanship for your children winning isnít important, having fun, learning and trying harder are! Please refrain from fighting or arguing with anyone while at the fields
Games are played in the rain (except when lightening is present) and snow, so be prepared
The Referee is always right... even when they are wrong....