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Recreation
2015 Cedar Lake Spring Soccer Information
Spring Youth soccer is designed to teach core skills and fundamentals in
an engaging and active way. All games will be on Saturdays (rotation
schedule). Teams will have skills training and warm-up time before
games. Older division’s coaches may schedule a practice once a week.
Our approach is to promote healthy competition in safe environments,
allowing for skill building, development, confidence, and success. We
stress sportsmanship. Our program philosophy is simple … HAVE FUN!
Fall Soccer General Information
Dates:
April 25th – June 6th
Location:
Town Center 7408 Constitution Ave.
Opening Day (April 25th ) Information
Opening day structure is designed to provide the “fullest picture” of the
program. Players will go through a typical Saturday i.e. warm-up, skills
and drills and then be divided into teams for games.
 Shirts will be available that morning (please arrive 15 prior to
games time)
 All players need shin guards (sneakers are appropriate
gymshoes)
 Games are designed to be a learn AND play atmosphere .. we do
skills and drills before each game and work on different elements
of the game each week
 If there is inclement weather we will send an email to everyone
and update the rain out hotline (be sure to sign up to receive an
instant text) - please don't assume games are cancelled ... we may
delay and or reschedule
 Practice schedule for our older divisions will be reviewed
Saturday after your first game
Generally all games will be about 1 hour ... we have added extra time our
first week to allow for parent introductions, program review, etc
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Game structure –
 Meet ½ hour prior to games to warm-up and prepare for activity
 Players are provided with skills and drills the first ½ of the day
(average 15 minutes) assisted by staff and volunteer coaches
 Play is scheduled for (2) 15 minute halves (10 minutes for U7)
Practice Format practice scheduled for 8 Yrs. and up once a week with volunteer
coaches.
 Coaches and parents will be provided list of skills/drills
Example of good drills and practice games can be found at:
www.soccerxpert.com
Practice for 8 and older –
 Coaches may schedule 45 minute practice no more than twice a
week
 Practices must include the following:
o Warm-up and stretching
o Skills and Drills (as provided and/or approved by GenMove
Recreation)
Example of fundamentals to be taught:
 Position and movement
 Ball handling skills (passing, receiving,
dribbling)
 Defensive skills
 Coaches are to make sure all players and parents are respecting
the facility they are using.
 Practices are not scheduled by the GenMove recreation and fields
are first come first serve. Teams are asked to share fields if teams
do not have an open field to practice at.
 Coaches most be mindful of fatigue, dehydration, time balance,
etc. and must have a first aid kit at all practices
Parent and Coaches Expectations
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 Encourage all players – as they are developing skills and love for
soccer positive comments will help to reinforce and shape player
attitudes
 Be on time – players and coaches have crazy schedules and we
understand that soccer is just one part of their day/week. Please
be respectful of everyone’s commitments and be on time for dropoff and pick-up
 Never leave a child – there are times when unforeseen issues arise
– never leave a child alone waiting to be pick-up
 Rides – do not transfer children in your personal automobile
 First aid – unless you are first aid and/or CPR trained do not
attempt – contact appropriate personnel to assist (GenMove Rec
staff are trained and certified) or call 911
 Coaches – always have your first aide packet and roster with you at
all time.
 Game Day snacks – it is not required (but nice to offer) snacks for
after the game. We recommend that you workout a snack schedule
and that all snacks healthy snacks are provided --- Remember to
talk with parents about food allergies and avoid snacks with
peanuts (as other players may be allergic)
 Proper clothes – the weather in the Midwest is unpredictable
please have children dress accordingly … gym shoes are required
(soccer cleats are OK, but not needed)
 Social Media – please note that you should not post (take) photos
of other children and post to social media without written
permission from parent/guardian
 Emergency forms – parents will be responsible for filling out
emergency forms for coaches at the first day of games/practice –
coaches will keep all forms and return them on the last day of
games
Rain-out procedure
 A field check will be made prior to the day’s games to determine if
we are going to play, and the message will be updated throughout
the day if the weather changes – check emails and sign up for the
rain out text message service
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 If games are delayed or canceled a message will be sent via email to
participants
 When possible, participants will be notified by 8:30AM
 If it rains during or prior to the game starting, the supervisor will
make the decision to cancel or delay games
 If lightning or thunder is observed, staff will send everyone to
their vehicles. Instruct your team not to leave immediately*. Any
games in progress, or about to start, will be delayed. GenMove Rec
staff is instructed to wait approximately 30 minutes before making
a decision. The staff will inform people if they are going to delay or
cancel the game.
SOCCER LEAGUE RULES
SHINGUARDS – shinguards are REQUIRED for each practice and
game for ALL players
Schedule is designed to be developmental in nature … prior to games all
divisions will participate in warm-up and skills/drills to better prepare
for game situations and learn rules/regulations.
Every effort will be made to keep teams equal and balanced in ability. The
intent will always be to provide an equal recreational experience to all
participants. Coaches are expected to have players play a variety of
positions to help players develop many different skills.
Rules are to provide safe and equal games for players, coaches and
officials. At no time should anyone attempt to alter the rules.
Rules and game format are modified from age group (division) to age
group. Also, you may find slight variations depending on which league
your child is participating in.
We will always work to accommodate players so if there is a day when a
player cannot make their scheduled game all they need to do is contact
you and assign them to be a "guest player" for a different team.
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Each player who is present for the game MUST always play a minimum
of 50% of the game. Players may be substituted during the game as much
as necessary. This may be accomplished whenever your team has
possession from an out of bounds ball. Both teams can substitute on a
goal kick, goal score, or an injury. You are encouraged not to substitute
during a corner kick or free kick.
4-5 Yrs: Use a size 3 soccer ball. No goal keeper. Staff will review
certain rules and check equipment before play. The team will play
average of 6 v 6; players should be rotated as a whole each half, but
maybe subbed as needed during play. Team parents are encouraged
to assist the instructor on the field. No scorekeeping or standings. If
you are able, you may introduce some positioning at this level, as long as
there is no goalie or players located directly in front of the goal box.
6-7 Yrs: Use a size 4 ball. Teams are encouraged to place players into
positions on the field; goalies will be allowed. Teams will play average 6
v 6 players at a time, rotating positions during each half or as needed.
Coaches are encouraged to remain on the field to assist the instructor on
the field and help players play as a team. No scorekeeping or standings.
8-9 Yrs: Use a size 4 ball. Games will consist of two 15 minute halves and
teams will play max number of players of 11 v 11 (as participation
allows), 1 being the goalie. If one team doesn’t have 11 players, the larger
team can choose to give them one of their players to the other team so
that players get more playing time.
10-12 Yrs: Use a size 4 or 5 ball. Games will consist of two 15 minute
halves and teams will play 11 on the field (as participation numbers
allow), 1 being the goalie. If one team doesn’t have 11 players, the larger
team can choose to give them one of their players to the other team so
that players get more playing time.
Be sure to check out our Summer Camps & Programs
www.cedarlakerecreation.com
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Be sure to sign up for your rain out instant text message service
(It’s Free!)
https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=ac3b91e0738f26ffcb86
Phone 888.762.2450 ext. 2
GenMove Recreation is dedicated to working with the community to provide diverse
and creative recreation programs that celebrate history, invigorate activity and evoke
a feeling of wonder and imagination. We believe that programs should be meaningful,
obtainable, fun for all and must meet or exceed company standards. Activities, events
and recreation programs are designed to be value based so fees (if any) are associated
with services and within market rates.