SPARTA SOCCER CLUB TOWN PROGRAM
TOWN LEAGUE PHILOSOPHY: It is the intention of the Sparta Soccer Club to provide the children of Sparta the opportunity to not only learn the game of soccer, but to learn the value of good sportsmanship and healthy competition. We encourage each player to strive to play their best, but also want them to learn that their success is not measured solely by wins and losses.
SHIN GUARDS ARE MANDATORY IN ALL DIVISIONS AT PRACTICES AND GAMES !
Cleats are recommended but not required. All players are encouraged to bring their own ball to practice.Coach Requirements: All coaches must be National Youth Sports Coach Association (NYSCA) certified or hold an "F" license or better. NYSCA clinics are held by Sparta Recreation once a year. Coaches must also complete a state "Kid Safe" form.
Note: Over the years we have determined that offering all-girl divisions is more successful than the co-ed divisions for our female players. However, players are are welcome to play in the boys or girls division if that is their choice. We have not been able to provide this in every division yet although that is our goal. For this reason the age mix in the girls and boys divisions may vary from season to season.
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DIVISION |
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION |
PURPOSE |
EQUIPMENT/UNIFORM |
FIELD/ TEAM SIZE |
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PRE-K Under 5 |
Meets for a forty-five minute session usually on Saturday afternoon. No actual "soccer games" are played. |
To provide an introduction to the fundamental skills of soccer corresponding to the developmental level of a four year old child. The skills to be included are: dribbling, passing, receiving, kicking and running. Skills are taught by using them in "drill" type situations. For example playing variations of games like tag or dodge ball or any such "game" that facilitates teaching basic soccer skills. |
Each player will receive the same color T-shirt. A #3 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
The Children are divided into small groups with at least one certified or licensed coach per group. Some groups may have an assistant coach. Parents are expected to help. There are no actual games played in the Pre-k division. A flat grassy area is needed. |
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7 Under 6 |
Meets for approximately one hour on Saturday. First half of session is instruction/ practice. During second half "game" situations are introduced. |
To continue the introduction to the fundamental skills of soccer. The skills to be included are: dribbling, passing, receiving, kicking, running and conditioning. Players will be introduced to different positions and "team concepts." Coaches are permitted to provide instruction on the field. No referees are used. |
Each player will receive a team T-shirt. A #3 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Each team is scheduled to use half of a small field for practice. "Games" arre played small sided – 6v6 – no goal keepers should be used. |
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6B Under 8 &7 Boys |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays. |
Focus continues to be instructional. Individual and team skills are developed. Slight variations between the three groups. All players should experience all positions. Small sided team philosophy is used. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Each player will receive a team T-shirt. A #3 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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6G Under |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays. |
Focus continues to be instructional. Individual and team skills are developed. Slight variations between the three groups. All players should experience all positions. Small sided team philosophy is used. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Each player will receive a team T-shirt. A #3) soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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5 Under 10 |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays |
Division becomes more recreational. There is less focus on instruction. Many of the more serious players have moved to travel by this time. So although instruction continues the focus is stronger on intramural, fun play. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Players purchase reversible jersey from club. A #4 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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5G Under 10 |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays |
Division becomes more recreational. There is less focus on instruction. Many of the more serious players have moved to travel by this time. So although instruction continues the focus is stronger on intramural, fun play. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Players purchase reversible jersey from club. A #4 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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4 Under 12 |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays |
Division is more recreational. There is less focus on instruction. Although instruction continues the focus is stronger on intramural, fun play. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Players purchase reversible jersey from club. A #4 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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4G Under 12 |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays |
Division becomes more recreational. There is less focus on instruction. Many of the more serious players have moved to travel by this time. So although instruction continues the focus is stronger on intramural, fun play. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Players purchase reversible jersey from club. A #4 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
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3 Under 14 |
Meets for one practice during the week (scheduled by coach) and play scheduled games on Saturdays |
Division is more recreational. There is less focus on instruction. Although instruction continues the focus is stronger on intramural, fun play. Youth referees call the game. Coaching is from the sideline only. |
Players purchase reversible jersey from club. A #5 soccer ball is used. Coach is provided with a first aid kit, some soccer balls and practice cones. |
Number of players on a team and on the field is carefully considered each season Click here for the current season's configuration |
For detailed rules, refer to the Town League Rules
SPARTA SOCCER CLUB DIVISION Pre-K Program Description
The purpose of the Pre-k Division is to provide an introduction to the fundamental skills required to play the game of soccer. The skills to be emphasized are:
a. Dribbling
b. Passing
c. Receiving
d. Kicking
e. Running and Conditioning
Skills are to be taught by using them in "drill" type situations. For example playing variations of games like tag or dodge ball or any such "game" that can employ the teaching of basic soccer skills. Parent Participation is mandatory at each 45 minute session.
Equipment
Each player will receive the same color jersey. Shin guards are MANDATORY! Children are asked to bring a #3 soccer ball if, possible.
Teams
The Children are divided into small groups with one coach per group. Some groups may have an assistant coach. Parents are expected to help. There are no actual games played in the Pre-k division.
The main goal is for children
to have fun WHILE learning something about the game.
The pre-k guide lines were developed by the club to introduce the game of soccer to pre-schoolers. It is best to split the children into small groups in order to hold their attention. Parent participation is important. We don't want this division to be a babysitting service, and the children will benefit from the one on one attention that parent participation affords.
SPARTA SOCCER CLUB DIVISION 7 Program Description:
The emphasis in Division 7 continues to be on the introduction to the fundamental skills required to play the game of soccer.
Skills are to be taught by using them in "drill" type situations. For example playing variations of games like tag or dodge ball or any such "game" that can employ the teaching of basic soccer skills.
Equipment
Each player will receive a team T-shirt. Shin guards are MANDATORY! Children are asked to bring a #3 soccer ball if, possible.
Teams (Groups)
The children are divided into teams and work on skills in small groups and small sided "scrimmages". There are no actual games played in Division 7.
The main goal is for children
to have fun WHILE learning something about the game.