Friday Night Small-Sided Game Program
Fall 2024
The focus for our youngest players will be on building confidence on the ball through fun games to encourage balance, coordination, agility, vision, individual ball handling skills, 1V1 to 3V3 defending/attacking, and of course, having LOTS of fun.
Your player will be part of our Friday Small-sided Game Night Program. Players will be demonstrating what they have learned during the week, showing us their creativity, enthusiasm and enjoying our cheering at the games.
PRACTICE: All practices will be held at the YCSC Arena (behind the Carlton Market). LevelS I, II & III start Sept 3rd, Levels IV and V Sept 4th for group. Meanwhile, all registered players are encouraged to attend our free winter programming and earn their free Champions Club jersey & jacket!
Note: No cleats at the arena, running or court shoes and shin guards please. Bring a water bottle (name on bottle please). If you provide a snack for your player, please do not bring it into the Arena. Low glycemic, healthy snacks are great before or after their training session.
Please walk your young players to and from the arena gate, No children should be alone in the parking area.
Park perpendicular to the concrete barriers/cones. DO NOT park near or block access to garbage/recycle containers and always provide clear access for winery trucks /trailers through the property.
A waiver is now required for everyone who enters the arena play area. Please register All children and adults for free Drop-in
PLEASE STAY UP TO DATE BY SUBSCRIBING TO THE YCSC ARENA CALENDAR
LEVEL I (Pre-K, parent "Buddy" welcome on the court) two time options for AM & PM PreK. Players are encouraged to attend both if possible. Mondays 2:30-3:00 & Tuesdays 11:15-11:45
LEVEL II (Kindergarten & Experienced PreK ready for 1V1 competition) Mondays/Wednesdays 3:00-3:30 pm.
LEVEL III 1st Grade & Advanced K & new 2nd, Mondays and Wednesdays 3:30-4:15 pm. This session will focus on 2v2 & building to 3v3, seeing teammates & learning to attack space with/without the ball.
LEVEL IV all older and advanced SS players (able to play 3v3 & 4v4, using teammates to build an attack, transition from offense to defense) Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm
LEVEL V All advanced players w/ Vision Training & skills conducive to 7v7 team play. Boys and Girls Teams entered in Mac Parks and Rec League in addition to Small-sided games Program. Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-4:30 pm w/ Level IV, and Tuesdays and/or Thursdays 4:30-5:15 pm for Team specific training.
Note: It is best to start your player at the level they will be most confident and comfortable. It is much easier to move a player up than down. If you have a question about what level is best for your player please call Coach Karen.
GAMES: Friday nights September 20 - October 25th at the YCSC Turf field (cleats suggested & shin-guards required). New teams will be formed for each week immediately following check-in. More game info to follow.
Champions Club/Shape Game (extra time & make-up) Wednesdays 1:45-2:45 pm
PARENTS: Our young players should have a parent at/near the pitch during every practice and at games. We want our young players to feel comfortable and confident and have a parent to attend to them for any personal needs. At games, parents should cheer, but please refrain from directing your player. Soccer is a sport that requires the development of vision, decision-making, and creativity. If you tell your player what to do, you are ultimately limiting their growth potential. If your player is missing an aspect of the game and you want to help, try gently asking them questions that can lead to self-discovery.
Please contact me with any concerns or suggestions at any time during the season! We want this to be the best experience possible for every player. Thank you for signing up for the YCSC 2024 Fall Program, it's going to be a fantastic season!
Welcome, Coach Karen
Fall 2024
JOIN THE FUN AT THE YC SOCCER CLUB
There are awesome reasons to be part of the YC Soccer Club: our programming is nationally recognized, voted North Americas MLS Community MVP Champions and National US Youth Soccer volunteer of the year. We have earned 156 Presidential Service awards over the last 4 years for volunteerism, including 2 Life Time Achievement Awards. We have been the Oregon State Volunteers of the year twice, and we are still the only certified Vision Training Soccer Club in Oregon. Having fun, individual development and giving back are all #1 at YCSC and we are “Building Community through the Love of the Game”. Our goal is to provide a place for every child to grow and be part of their community.
Register NOW for Fall Soccer Programs starting late August 🤩
Friday Night Small-sided (SS) Games Program
PreK-5th grade $50. *
Level I, II & III start Sept 4th
Level IV starts Sept 3rd
Level V/REC Teams Late August TBD
Vision Training & REC Teams
Level IV & V SS / Champions Club players, playing 6V6 & 7V7 in Mac Parks and Rec (registration Deadline 8/2)
Saturday Games at Joe Dancer Park, McMinnville. Register through YCSC to be on a Yamhill/Carlton Team. Select Friday Night Games Program & select/or note interest in the $25 Rec add on. ALL players at this level will be required to attend “Vision Training” and demonstrate skills for successful team play. Includes 2 SS practices, 1-2 Team sessions/scrimmages, Friday Night Games and 8 Rec Games (Most Sat AM)
($75. SS & REC team)*
6th-8th Advanced Girls playing 11V11 in the Willamette Valley Classic League Start Wed Aug 28th
6th-8th Grade Boys Team playing 11V11 in the Willamette Valley Classic League Start Wed Aug 28th
Registration Deadline to assure place on team is July 26th
Games in Salem at Capital FC Facility Sept-Nov $80 * (We try our best to provide flexible scheduling/accommodations for multi-sport athletes.)
Please note: We include players in additional team play opportunities where they will have the best prospect for growth regardless of age. If your have questions about your player, please contact Coach Karen 503-519-2591
THANK YOU for supporting your players athletic development and community involvement! Coach Karen 503-519-2591 ycsoccercub@gmail.com
“Building Community through the Love of the Game ❤ ”.