Ashford Dunwoody YMCA
Youth Soccer
New Parent Orientation
Fall 2016
Welcome & Please Enjoy the Show!
YMCA Mission Statement
 The mission of YMCA Soccer is to provide
developmental and competitive youth soccer
opportunities that enhance character, community, and
love of the game of soccer. YMCA will promote
technical and tactical soccer skills, physical and mental
development, self-confidence, teamwork, and respect
of self and others, all within the spirit of the game.
Staff Introductions
 Amie McDougal
 Sr. Youth Development Director
 Director of Youth Sports & Summer Camp
 Jordan Feger
 Youth Sports Coordinator
Program Introduction
 Youth Soccer at the Ashford Dunwoody YMCA is a recreational program based
on skill development and equal play for all age groups.
 Practice for Kiddie Kickers – U14 begins the week of August 29th.
 Everyone should hear from their coach by Sunday, August 28th by either phone
call or email. If you do not hear from your coach, don’t worry, we will have
someone in place by the first day of practice.
 We guarantee a minimum of 7 games for U5 – U14 and 8 practice sessions for
Kiddie Kickers.
 Practice for all ages groups will be held at the YMCA soccer complex. Games
for U5, U6 and U8, U10 will be at the Ashford Dunwoody YMCA soccer complex.
Some games may take place at the Buckhead Fields (Windsor Parkway).
Games for U12 and U14 will vary in location and time.
Practice & Games Dates
 Practices Dates:
 August 29 – October 28th (U5 & up)
 August 29th- October 21st (Kiddie Kickers)
 NO Practices on September 5th
Game Dates:
 September 10, 17, 24, October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
 Tournament for U8 & U10 will be the weekend of
October 29th.
YMCA Soccer Complex
Game Day Field Layout
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Program Information
 For participants ages U5 – U14, every team will have
one weeknight practice and one weekend game (may
vary with older age groups). The practice night and
time will remain constant for the duration of the season.
 For Kiddie Kickers (Age 3), each team will practice once
a week for 45 minutes. They will learn introductory
soccer skills such as; dribbling, passing, shooting and
being part of a team. We will mix soccer drills with fun
games to help build coordination and confidence on the
soccer field. The practice day and time will remain
constant throughout the entire season. In case of rain,
we will add additional weeks on to the end of the
season.
 Kiddie Kickers-U5 will be given a Jersey, everyone else will
need to purchase a set of jersey’s (white & blue) for $20 if you
do not already have one. White shorts with a black Y logo are
an optional purchase for $10.
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Game
Days
Games will be held on Saturday
mornings for ages U5, U6, U8
and U10. Games for U12 and
U14 will vary in time and
location. Some teams may
have an occasional Sunday
afternoon game.
 Game Weekends
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September 10 - October 29th
 Make-Up weekends will be 11/5
& 11/12 if needed.
 Please be sure to check your
schedule for exact date, time,
game location and jersey color
(U5 – U14).
Home Will always wear White
Away will always wear Blue
Coaching Information
 All our coaches are coaching on a volunteer
basis.
 They are your first line of communication for
basic questions about the season.
 If you have a more severe questions/concerns
don’t hesitate to contact a Youth Sports Staff
member.
 If you are interested in coaching, even just
assisting, please see us after the meeting.
Equipment Needs
 You will need:
 Cleats (recommended but not
required)
 Shinguards
 Water Bottle
 Age appropriate soccer ball
 U5 & U6 – size 3
 U8, U10 & U12 – size 4
 U14 – size 5
Parent Involvement
 Parents/Guardians must be present at all practices and
games. If you carpool with another player, that parent
is responsible for all children he/she brought.
 What can you do to help?
 Team Parent (organize snack list, end of season party
planning, help with communication)
 Assistant Coach
Reminders/Suggestions for a
Successful Season
 Please be sure to have your child pick up all his/her
trash before leaving the field.
 If there are any injuries, please find a member of the
Youth Sports Staff immediately.
 Please remember we are a recreational program
with emphasis on skill development, fair play and
especially, fun for all participants.
 To ensure the safety of all participants, there will be
NO Drop and Go’s. Please park and walk your
child/children to their practice/game.
Weather Update Information
 We have several methods for alerting our participants
in case of a weather related cancellation:
 YMCA Main Line: 770.451.9622
 Instant Updates to Phone (Via Text)
 TEXT ymcarainout to 84483
Questions?
 If you have any questions you would like answered
individually, please stay after the conclusion of the
meeting and we will be happy to answer them.
 Any other questions can be directed to Amie McDougal
at:
[email protected]
 770.451.9622
THANKS FOR COMING!
We hope you have a great
season!!
Enjoy your evening!