1) Training Training will concentrate on developing the highest standards in preparation, performance and behavior on and off the field.
Training will be DEMANDING — we often incorporate many components of the game within a single session.
This means that the players MUST be prepared to WORK HARD, both PHYSICALLY AND MENTALLY.
2) Matches
Under 10 through Under 18 boys and girls teams participate in an outdoor league(s) sanctioned by PA West Soccer Association and US Club Soccer. Under 10 through Under 14 boys and girls teams participate both in the fall and spring sessions. Under 15 through Under 18 boys and girls teams participate in the spring session. Outdoor sessions last six to eight weeks.
Home matches are held at Family First Sports Park.
Away matches are held in the Pittsburgh, PA and Cleveland, OH areas. The meeting point will be at Family First Sports Park, unless told otherwise by the team managers. Players are expected to be on time. Teams are expected to be present at away matches one hour prior to kick-off.
Division 1/A (travel teams) matches are held on Sundays. Classic teams (and Premier) play most games on Saturdays.
3) Dress for Matches
Whenever the players are representing the Club, a high standard of appearance is expected.
Players are to only wear a club approved uniform. All players must purchase their uniform through the Club. Please note that Jen Hart is responsible for the management of the club uniform. It is the player’s responsibility to take good care of his/her uniform.
4) Communication between Parents and Players
- Contact Numbers – A list of phone numbers for all Club staff is available, and any concerns should be made in the first instance to the coach in charge of your age group and then to Jen Hart, Jamie Smith or Gary Kagiavas.
- Parents Meetings – Are to be held monthly by the team managers and age group coaches to give information to the parents as a group.
Tournaments and Tours
To aid in the development of players, we participate in several tournaments throughout the season, many of which are out of town. During the indoor season, most teams will participate in two (or more) weekend tournaments, which are held outside of Erie, PA. The club participates in one indoor tournament held at Family First Sports Park over the Christmas Holiday break. During the outdoor season, most teams will participate in two (or more) weekend tournaments which are held outside of Erie, PA. In June, the Club also participates and hosts the annual Erie Admirals Flagship Cup, held at Family First Sports Park.
As a guide, selection for tournaments is based on:
- Age of team
- Level of team vs. level of tournament
- Experience of team
- Recommendation from Director of Coaching
Indoor training sessions are held at the Family First Sports Park fieldhouse. The indoor season begins at the end of October and runs through the end of March. Each team trains twice per week. Each team will be scheduled to train on the "same" two days each week during the indoor season.
Fitness and Conditioning Sessions Teams have the opportunity to train a third time each week under the guidance of the Erie Admirals Fitness and Conditioning specialist, Fabian Uquillas. The goals of the sessions vary, depending on the age and ability of the team/players. Team coaches have the option of scheduling this third session for their team, which we feel is critical to the development of the total player.
The Club Calendar Under 10 through Under 14 boys and girls: The club calendar begins in mid August and finishes in June. Under 15 through Under 18 boys and girls: The club calendar begins in late October and finishes in June.
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