TOPSoccer - Spring 2012

The Fall 2011 TOPSoccer session concluded with the D3 jamboree and stars were born.

Watch the Eric's Little Heros video that aired 1/24 covering the event.

The 2012 Spring Session begins soon. See below for more information.

Dear Greater Renton Junior Soccer Association Families,

I am writing to share some exciting news that will come from Greater Renton Football Club (GRFC) this week. GRFC is about to launch their Regional Club League (RCL) Jr. Academy and I want to take this opportunity to explain the program and the benefits it can bring your player.

Under the guidance of US Soccer's player development plan, the new RCL Junior Academy Program allows our RCL clubs to implement developmental best practices to equip our elite soccer players for the demands of the highest levels of the future game.

The RCL Junior Academy Program is designed to:

Enable players to be placed in expanded educational soccer environments at the U7 - U9 age groups created by qualified age‐appropriate coaches and governed by Washington Youth Soccer & US Soccer.

Elevate players between the U7 - U9 age groups with further training and development.

Establish environments for players between U7 - U9 who want an increased level of age appropriate training and education that constantly challenges and takes them to the edges of their abilities.

I encourage you to explore the RCL Jr. Academy Program information that GRFC sends this week to see if it is a fit for your player. This new program is a fantastic opportunity for growing our youth's soccer skills and I hope your family will be a part of it.

Keep moving the ball forward,
Gary White, Technical Director Washington Youth Soccer

RCL/GRFC Junior Academy

2012 Spring Season

GRFC is excited to form U8 & U9 spring league teams as part of the new Junior Academy program in the WYS RCL (Regional Club League, where all the GRFC U10-U18 teams play). This is the most competitive league in the State of Washington. Our new GRFC U8 & U9 teams will be open to any player seeking a higher level of competition and training. Teams will train on Fridays, 5:00 pm at Starfire Complex, starting the 20th of January and continuing in February, March & April. We will have games on the weekends starting in February.

Coaching Staff:

Keith Larson (USSF A License), Sherri Rolfs (USSF B License), Leighton O'Brien (GRFC DOC, USSF A License) &TJ Young (experienced college player)

Who:

All U8 & U9 boys & girls are welcome & invited to participate in our Academy Program (must be born on or after 1 August 2002)

Why:

Young players will have the opportunity to receive professional soccer training from our GRFC coaches. GRFC is committed to developing the highest level soccer players and is excited to bring our coaches to work with the U8 and U9 players. Our goal is to introduce young players to the soccer culture that GRFC provides to its older age groups. We will strive to teach and encourage each individual player to be comfortable and creative on the ball. Players will learn the basic technical skills necessary to be successful in their future years. We want this to be a fun but focused learning environment.

When:

U8 and U9 Selection or Assessment (pre-register - no fee to attend)
Sunday, Jan. 22nd, 5:00 pm at Starfire

Friday, Jan. 27th, 5:00 pm at Starfire

How To Register:

Pre-register online
Register at www.greaterrentonfc.org
Go to Jr. Academy
Go to Academy player Registration
Follow instructions on the page

Academy Training and Game Schedule:

Training:

Fridays, 5:00pm @ Starfire, starting Jan. 20th and 22nd, continuing into February, March & April

Games:

We will be in the RCL Jr. Academy League in our region with Crossfire, Dos & Eastside FC
Girls games played Saturdays and Boys games played on Sundays
10 game season starting early February
Locations TBD (Starfire or away locations in Bellevue and Redmond)
6v6 game format, modified goals w/ keepers

Cost: $240 (includes jersey, coaching, fields & game day expenses)

What are the different seasonal schedules at each of the various levels during the season?

Beginning of September: Season Begins
- Regional Club League (RCL): Boys U10-U18, Girls U10-U14
- State League (Select level of play): Boys U14-U19
- Recreational: Boys and Girls U6-U19
Beginning-mid December:
- Recreational Cup Semi-Finals/Finals
Mid-End of January:
- Regional Club League begins Boys U10-U14 and Girls U15-U18
- Select/Club (State League) begins: GU15-19
Mid February:
- Founder's Cup Finals Boys and Girls U11-U19
End of February-Early March:
- Challenge and Championship Cup Semi-Final/Final: Boys U15-18 (only)
Early-Mid March:
- RCL ends Boys U10-14 and Girls U15-U18
End of March:
- State League ends (Select level of play)
End of April-mid-May:
- Challenge and Champion's Cup Semi-Finals and Finals Boys and Girls U10-U11
Early-Mid May:
- Challenge and Champion's Cup Semi-Finals and Finals
- Boys U12-U14 and Girls U12-18
May
- Club Try outs

District III

Visit the District III website for the latest on the Fall registration deadlines, schedules, and other important information for 2011.

Fall Schedules are available (go there)

Read more...

Game Times and Scheduling

Game times/scheduling

WSYSA and RCL

1. Morning games may not start before 9 AM.

2. Afternoon games may not start after 5 PM.

3. Double header weekend: Saturday games start at or after 2 PM and Sunday games no later than noon start.

4. Traveling more than 2.5 hours game start between noon and 3 PM.

District III

1. Saturday games 9 AM or later.

2. Sunday games 10 AM or later.

3. No games starts after 4 PM.

4. Start after 11 AM if travel greater than 2 hours.

Juan Rangel

Dist III 2nd VP of Admin.

Coaching Education

Welcome to Coaching Education 2011!

Visit the Technical Zone on Washington Youth Soccer's website to locate the latest course schedules.

WYS Technical Zone >>> http://wsysa.com/TechnicalZoneMenu/CoachingEducation/CourseScheduleRegisterHere/tabid/1775/language/en-US/Default.aspx

When registering for a Coaching Education course you will be prompted to either enter your username and password or create a Korrio log-in. Korrio will provide easy-to-follow steps to get you started if you do not already have a login.

If you have any questions please contact kimberly@WashingtonYouthSoccer.org

*Please note: All course fees are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend a course, your fee is redeemable toward a future Washington Youth Soccer coaching education course within one calendar year*

Coach Certification

Go to WYS Technical Zone for Certification courses and dates!!

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Entertainment Book Fundraiser

TUSK is offering the 2011 Entertainment Book loaded with coupons as a fundraiser for $25. Get yours today! Contact Alice Russell - arussell78@msn.com

How do I become a referee?


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WYS Guest Player Form

This form requires Association Registrar Signature. Allow plenty of time prior to the game(s) to gather a signature. (pdf)