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Dear Mini-Kickers Parent,
The Spring soccer season is almost here! Here is everything you need to know regarding our Mini-Kickers program.
We will be hosting a Mini-Kickers Parents-Only meeting on Monday, February 22, 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM in the View Room at Crown Valley Community Park. At this meeting you will...
* Submit Your Registration Form and Payment
* Get Your Uniform
* Meet the Coaches
* Discuss Session Times
* Learn What to Expect Each Week
We have planned an action packed, fun soccer season for your Mini-Kicker. We look forward to telling you all about it!
So that you can shop now, please be aware you will need to provide a Size 3 Ball and Shin Guards for your player. We will supply the rest of the uniform. You may wish to get soccer cleats, but tennis shoes are fine too. NO baseball cleats are allowed for soccer.
We'll need dozens of coach-helpers. Please email
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with coach-helper in the subject line if you can help.
For answers to all of your questions, please see the frequently asked questions below.
Sincerely,
Mark Leeds
Mini-Kickers (U5) Division Director
LNYSA
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS -
What is Mini-Kickers?
This is a Saturday only program - no mid-week practices. Each week boys and girls will spend one hour in fun soccer activities taught by certified coaches. There are no set teams, so kids can play side-by-side with their friends. Each session will end with a real soccer match on a small field. There are no referees, so parents will stay to cheer on their player.
What are the Age Requirements?
A Mini-Kicker is any boy or girl born AFTER 7/31/ 2004. We use the same age matrix in the Spring as we do in the Fall. If you were a Mini-Kicker in the Fall, you will play Mini-Kickers again during the Spring season. There is NO MINIMUM AGE requirement. We have many players just over 3 years old. Our younger players have had a great time, but kids sometimes collide. Parents need to be aware that other kids sharing the field may be five.
Dates / Times / Fields
The season will run for eight weeks beginning March 6th. The exact times and field assignments from the city are usually determined just prior to the start of the season. Our field will be here in Laguna Niguel (last year we were assigned to Juaneno Park). I anticipate we will run two sessions, probably 8:30 and 9:45. You may attend either session any week.
How Much does it Cost?
The Spring 2010 Mini-Kickers season cost $75, and may be paid online with your registration, or by Check or Credit Card at our Parents Meeting.
What about Uniforms?
Each player will receive a full uniform including jersey, shorts and socks. You MUST provide Shin Guards and a Size 3 Ball for your player.
Is there a Residency Requirement?
While most of our players live in Laguna Niguel, many live in Aliso Viejo, Dana Point, San Clemente or Mission Viejo. Laguna Niguel Youth Soccer Association welcomes kids from every city.
How do I Sign Up?
Attend the meeting on Monday February 22, 6:30 PM at the Crown Valley Community Center. At the Parents Meeting we will collect your signed registration form and proof of payment in exchange for your uniform.
What is the Deadline to Sign Up?
Most players will sign up online and complete their registration at our Parents Meeting, however we will continue to accept registrations at the field during the first two weeks of our Saturday sessions.
Do you need Volunteers?
YES! We need dozens of Coach-Helper volunteers. This is a simple, well organized program. We'll show you exactly what to do. To help you must attend one of our Coach-Helper meetings on Monday, March 1st or Wednesday, March 3rd 6:30 - 7:30 PM in the Patio Room at the YMCA (Crown Valley Community Park). Please email
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with the subject line Coach-Helper to let me know you are interested.
What's next - Parents Meeting
Our parent's meeting will give you the opportunity to learn more about the mini-kickers program, to complete your registration, and get your player's uniform. The room will be full, so parent's only please.
What if I can't make the Meeting?
After our scheduled meeting, we will announce an alternate meeting to register and pick up your uniform. Additionally, we will continue to accept registrations at the field for the first two Saturday sessions. |
