SANFORD SOCCER ASSOCIATION
NEWSLETTER
Greetings, Players, Families and Friends, and WELCOME to the 2017 Soccer Season!!
Sanford Soccer is preparing for what is going to be an exciting year of soccer!
We could not do all that we do without the volunteer efforts of your Board Members and we would like to extend our thanks to our new and returning members. Please visit Sanford Soccer's website: it has been updated and has details on all events and programs! We're bringing back programs that are successful, and bringing back the Trainers from Global Premier Soccer:
Little Kickers (U5)
(birth dates between 8/1/ 2012 and 7/31/ 2013)
Program is coming back in the format that has been so successful and enjoyed by players and parents! Players will have a fun filled 45 minutes of play on Saturday morning, coached by trainers from GPS.
Peewee divisions (U6-U7)
(U6-birth dates between 8/1/2011 and 7/31/2012)
(U7-birth dates between 8/1/2010 and 7/31/2011)
Program is coming back in the format that has been so successful and enjoyed by players and parents! Players will have 1 to 2 hours of practice per week using age appropriate curriculum coached by volunteer coaches with assistance from GPS trainers. 7 games on Saturdays at Shaw field. Players will be given a jersey and socks. Players will need to supply their own black shorts. Soccer shin guards are required, cleats are suggested but not required; sneakers can be worn.(no softball, baseball or football cleats)
The Junior Division (U8-9)
(U8-birth dates between 8/1/2009 and 7/31/20010)
U9- birth dates between 8/1/2008 and 7/31/2009)
Players will have 1 to 2 hours of practice per week using age appropriate curriculum coached by volunteer coaches, and assistance from GPS trainers. 7 games on Saturdays at Shaw field against other Sanford Soccer teams. Players will be given a jersey and socks. Players will need to supply their own black shorts. Soccer shin guards are required, cleats are suggested but not required;Ages sneakers can be worn.(no softball, baseball or football cleats)
Ages (U9 optional, all U10-14) will be Classic Travel teams, to improve programming and player development. All players in these age groups will now be included in Soccer Maine Leagues, allowing them to compete with neighboring towns and participate in season end festivals and playoffs.
(U9-U10) Teams
(U9-birth dates between 8/1/2008 and 7/31/2009
(U10 – birth dates between 8/1/2007 and 7/31/2008)
Teams will practice two times a week with games played on Saturday or Sundays. Three games will be at Shaw Field and three games will be at neighboring towns. Teams will compete in the Columbus Day Tournament and will play a season ending festival at Bonney Eagle after the tournament; all players are expected to attend all events. Soccer shin guards and cleats are required (no softball, baseball or football cleats). Returning players will need to use the uniforms they were supplied with last year. If they are a new player, the uniform will be supplied to them and they will need to pay and additional $25.00 for the away jersey.
(U11) Teams
(U11 – birth dates between 8/1/2006 and 7/31/2007)
Teams will practice two times a week with games played on Saturday or Sundays. Three games will be at Shaw field and three games will be at neighboring towns. Teams will compete in the Columbus Day Tournament and will play a season ending festival at Shaw Field. Soccer shin guards and cleats are required (no softball, baseball or football cleats). Players returning will need to use the uniforms they were supplied with last year. If they are a new player the uniform will be supplied to them and they will need to pay and additional $25.00 for the away jersey.
(U12-U14)
(U12 – birth dates between 8/1/2005 and 7/31/2006)
(U13 – birth dates between 8/1/2004 and 7/31/2005)
(U14 – birth dates between 8/1/2003 and 7/31/2004)
Teams will practice two times a week with games played on Saturday or Sundays. Three games will be at Shaw field and three games will be at neighboring towns. Teams will compete in the Columbus Day Tournament; after the tournament all teams will compete in playoffs locations to be determined at the end of the season. Soccer shin guards and cleats are required (no softball, baseball or football cleats). Players returning will need to use the uniforms they were supplied with last year. If they are a new player the uniform will be supplied to them and they will need to pay and additional $25.00 for the away jersey.
(Super Seniors)
(Grades 9-12)
Co-ed league for high school students, seven-game schedule on Saturdays at Shaw Field led by volunteer coaches, with the option to add practice sessions.
Projected start dates for practices are August 14th
Recreational games on Saturday, August 19th
Travel on August 27th
FALL REGISTRATION: Registration opens April 1, and runs through June 1!
Register online anytime, any day, at home or on your mobile device using the link below.
https://www.gotsport.com/asp/application/reg/?ProgramID=58257
In Person Registration: *April 22nd 11:00 am – 2:00 pm and * May 20th 10:00am-1:00 pm
All Dates are held at Shaw Field in the Clubhouse.Please bring in your child’s Birth Certificate if this is their first time playing
Questions about registration or payment plans please contact Nathalie at sanfordsoccernathalie@gmail.com
QUESTIONS? Refer to our website www.sanfordsoccer.com for current information and find contact information for all Board Members. Or, like us on Facebook!
NO DOGS: Please remember: our four-legged friends are NOT allowed on the fields at any time. Please pass this along to family and friends that may be coming to watch practices and games.
~Sanford Soccer Association Board of Directors
Spring Soccer with Global Premier Soccer (GPS)
Program starts April 28th and goes to June 16th all sessions are held on Friday nights at Shaw Field. Cost is $75 and open to ages U6-U14. Times are 5:30-7:00
The GPS Skills 11 program will focus on 1v1 attacking moves taken from some of the best players in the world. The program will focus on ball mastery and encourage our players to be confident in trying to execute a variety of 1v1 moves in both non-pressure, 1v1 situations and small sided games.
Skills 11 – The Next Level is a tiered program consisting of 3 levels. Each level will see an increased difficulty level of skills. Players can move through the levels on successful completion of the skills. These are a collection of moves from some of the best soccer players and soccer freestylers in the world
To sign up use the link below
https:////www.gotsport.com/asp/application/reg/Default.asp?ProgramID=57108&Type=PLAYER
For more information contact Chris Coleman at ccoleman@globalpremiersoccer.com or 207-887-9176
Global Premier Soccer (GPS) Will be having a Summer Soccer camp at Shaw Field August 7th-11th
3-6 years
9am - 10.30am - $65
The GPS Juniors curriculum teaches soccer fundamentals to young players in a fun, high energy environment. Our curriculum also facilitates the development of motor and coordination skills. All sessions are held in a fun and positive environment, where players are encouraged to play with a smile on their face.
HALF DAY/FULL DAY CAMPS
7 - 14 years
Half Day - 9am - 12pm $115
Full Day - 9am - 3pm $185
Participants are divided by age and ability before receiving an age appropriate but fun training experience provided by our professional coaching staff.
To sign up for Summer Camp please use the link below:
https://www.gotsport.com/asp/application/reg/Default.asp?ProgramID=56787&Type=PLAYER/Sanford Soccer Association Program Offerings for 2017 Fall Soccer
PROGRAM NAME | PROGRAM AGE | PROGRAM BIRTH DATE RANGE | Program Description | FEE
|
Little Kickers | U5 | U5– Aug 1, 2012 to July 31, 2013**
**Children born before July 31, 2013 may be placed in the program on request and if space is available
| Sessions at Shaw Field. Seven 45 minute fun filled sessions led by GPS Trainers | $60 |
Pee-Wee | U6 & U7 | U6– Aug 1, 2011 to July 31, 2012 U7 - Aug 1, 2010 to July 31, 2011 | Sessions at Shaw Field 1 - 2 hours of practice per week led by volunteer coaches, using age appropriate curriculum, seven games on Saturday’s, additional sessions with GPS trainers
| $85 |
Junior | U8 & U9 | U8 – Aug 1, 2009 to July 31, 2010 U9 - Aug 1, 2008 to July 31, 2009 | Sessions at Shaw Field 1-2 hours of practice per week Led by volunteer coaches using age appropriate curriculum, seven games on Saturday’s Additional sessions with GPS trainers | $95 |
Classic Travel
|
U9- U14 | U9 - Aug 1, 2008 to July 31, 2009 U10 – Aug 1, 2007 to July 31, 2008 U11 - Aug 1, 2006 to July 31, 2007 U12 - Aug 1, 2005 to July 31, 2006 U13 - Aug 1, 2004 to July 31, 2005 U14 – Aug 1, 2003 to July 31, 2004 | Practice 1-2 hours per week at Shaw Field 6 Soccer Maine League games (3 at Shaw Field and 3 at neighboring towns) with end of season playoffs, festivals and option to participate in Sanford Soccer’s Columbus Day Tournament. Led by licensed volunteer coaches Additional sessions with GPS trainers
| U09-U12 $115
U13-U14 $125 |
Super Seniors | U15-U18 | High School students | Co-ed league for high school students seven game schedule Saturdays at Shaw Field Led by volunteer coaches With option to add practice sessions | $60 |
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Female Youth Referee of the Year!
Pictured below with State Director of Referee Instruction, Pete Levasseur.
Sanford referees who were selected to referee in the
Fall Travel Tournament for Soccer Maine
Ryan McLeod, Summer Camire, Pat Morris, Josh Webber, Peter Levasseur State Referee Instructor
Congratulations to the U14 girls
2016 Classic Cup State Champions!
Sanford Soccer is very excited to announce anew partnership with Global Premiere Soccer (GPS).GPS will provide the trainers for our fall season,and will also run a spring program and summer campsright at Shaw Field. The experience and expertise theybring comes from one of the largest and most successfulsoccer organizations in the USA. GPS currently operatesprogramming in 13 US States and territories plusCanada."The mission of Global Premier Soccer is to be a leader inthe development and growth of soccer across NorthAmerica and beyond. We will establish an identity of excellenceas we pursue our pathway to success on and off the field, with ourprimary focus being the development of players andpeople. We will develop players who can compete at thehighest level of soccer around the world."We are eager to get started working with GPS and mostimportantly the kids that make Sanford Soccer what it is!We will always strive for the best resources to supportthe development of youth players. With GPS, ourvolunteer staff and coaches, we know 2016 is going to be agreat year for everyone involved with Sanford Soccer!!
NO DOGS ALLOWED ON FIELDS
The purpose of Sanford Soccer is to foster, promote, and advance the cause of youth soccer in Sanford and Springvale without regard to sex, race or creed; to guard the interests of the teams and players; and to respect their relationships and affiliation with Soccer Maine and the United States Youth Federation.