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XAVIER
SCHOOL
FOOTBALL
MANUAL
2014
[FOR ATHLETES AND PARENTS]
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INTRODUCTION
The Xavier School Football Club (XSFC) seeks to build a football tradition established on the
same values espoused in the school s 6Cs. It is expected that all its players/members, coaches,
personnel, and parents follow and support this objective. The following guidelines shall apply to
ALL those individuals involved in the XSFC without exception.
It is assumed that all participating players and their parent/guardian will take the time and effort
to read, understand and accept the guidelines as stated in this booklet.
Everyone is to submit the XSFC ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM (included at the back of this
booklet), signed and dated by the player/member and parent/guardian, which will be included in
the personnel file of the player/member. Unless membership is revoked or withdrawn (in writing),
XSFC assumes that as long as the player/member continues under the XSFC, the individual shall
maintain to observe and respect the guidelines stated herein. It is also understood that the XSFC
Handbook serves as an addendum to the existing XAVIER SCHOOL STUDENT HANDBOOK, as
such any provision therein are observed and form part of the rules that will be implemented by
the XSFC.
Any modifications to these guidelines shall become an amendment and will be subsequently
adopted as part of the whole handbook. The XSFC has the responsibility to communicate the
modifications and changes that will be adopted.
These guidelines should function as a covenant of understanding among the members of the
XSFC. We seek to build a community based on respect, trust, and a strong belief that shared
values will be the foundation of a strong XSFC. Luceat Lux !
BASIC CONCEPTS & PHILOSOPHY:
The application of and decisions regarding these guidelines are done at the discretion of the
XSFC Program Head. Any situation not specifically covered by these guidelines will also be
handled and adjudicated jointly by the Athletics Director and School President. All of the
guidelines and expectations presented in this manual, stem from the basic fundamentals set by
the school.
Target C: COMPETENCE
“DO RIGHT RULE”
In general, each player/member of the XSFC is assumed to know the difference between “right
and wrong”. Given this, all members of the XSFC are always expected to make the “right”
decision in relation to matters of behavior, discipline and academics. If a player makes a “wrong”
decision in relation to behavior, discipline or academics, the coaching staff will assume that it
was a conscious decision on the part of the athlete to do so … and the athlete will therefore be
held accountable for willfully making a “wrong” decision. Accountability can range from being
counseled and or reprimanded by the head coach, denial of playing or practice time, suspension
or dismissal from the team, expulsion from the football program. All to be decided at the
discretion of the Program Head.
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Target C: CHARACTER
The “DO RIGHT RULE” is in effect 24 hours a day both on and off campus for the duration of a
player/member's participation in the XSFC Program. The XSFC believes in creating an Ignatian
mindset (+AMDG) amongst its players/members. This means that XSFC athletes are disciplined
at all times. By coming together, we form a disciplined team. Discipline means the following:
• adherence to Xavier School’s vision of becoming Persons Fully Alive Endowed With the
Passion for Justice and Skills for Development (embodied by the 6Cs);
• individual motivation that seeks the betterment of oneself at the expense of the team and
of others is never practiced or tolerated; Target C: COMMUNITY
• attitude towards football is centered around respect, loyalty and common sense—
“winning at all cost” will never be XSFC s brand of football;
• behavior is observed at all times both in and out of XSFC—giving the player/member a
sense of pride and control over one’s self from fundamental values of self\denial, humility,
and respect; and
• understanding and accepting that the primary purpose of the XSFC is to help in formation
and development of excellent students/citizens through the proper placement and
application of football as a sport.
XSFC FOOTBALL PROGRAM
CLUB and VARSITY: TEAM GOALS
The goal of this three (TWO) level program is to provide an enjoyable and progressive football
experience for those who voluntarily choose to participate. The Football Program is designed to
ensure a safe entry into the sport (via a minimum 4\module primary instruction) and that a player
who remains in the XSFC system (through the FOOTBALL developmental program) can mature
to a level of play that will produce development physically, mentally and socially for the player.
XSFC ensures that the player/member will be appropriately matched to their age, rate of
development, and ability to perform the tasks and drills required of the sport.
Please see Annex A for the evaluation sheet per age\level.
At all levels of XSFC, the values of RESPONSIBILITY, COOPERATION, SELFLESSNESS,
RELIABILITY, COMMITMENT, GOAL SETTING, WORK ETHIC, and ACCOUNTABILITY will be
taught, reinforced and sustained.
In general, the values can be learned through the following expectations:
• Being on time: being early is better
• Paying attention to your teachers and your coaches
• Being a good student: a good grade in school is earned not granted
• Be at practice and games all the time: plan ahead to meet your commitment
• Adhere to the “DO RIGHT RULE” at all times
Specific PRIMARY TEAM GOALS include:
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• Introduce starting players and their families to the demands and fundamentals of football;
• Provide an opportunity for as many students as possible to discover if football is an
activity they wish to continue and pursue; and
• The progression of viable players for the Development and Varsity squads, identifying
young players who have the greatest chance of playing varsity football when they are in 14
years and older. Player development takes precedence over winning games.
Specific DEVELOPMENTAL TEAM GOALS include:
• Successful competition at a level greater than primary football with higher expectations in
relation to the evaluation criteria included in this booklet;
• Increased expectations involving both training as an athlete and as a football player in
order to improve the skills and ability of the player physically and mentally. Thus preparing
the player not only for the higher demands of the sport but also for the challenges and
motivations that come as they grow older; and
• Develop viable football candidates for the varsity squad that can be projected as reliable
junior and senior prospects—with the end goal of producing a strong HS
Candidate/Selection Football Team every year.
Specific VARSITY TEAM GOALS include:
• Successful competition at a level greater than developmental football with the highest of
expectations that as they enter varsity status they are able to maintain or progress through
the evaluation criteria included in this booklet;
• To field a competitive team of loyal athletes who have progressed through the
developmental programs at each level to represent the school in scholastic leagues and
events;
• To field a highly competitive HS Candidate/Selection Team composed of players who not
only demonstrate the best of XSFC skills and talent but also embody the values and
commitment that XSFC espouses;
• To field a team of athletes who remain academically eligible for the entire school year and
achieve at the highest academic levels; and
• Provide a realistic evaluation and opportunity for those athletes wishing to continue
playing football beyond the high school level.
Participation in Outside FB Clubs
In acknowledgement of the numerous commercial football clubs outside Xavier School and
recognizing the benefits of their participation in such (exposure to varied training programs,
collaboration/competition with non-Xaverians), XSFC does not prohibit varsity athletes from
enrolling in said clubs but does expect a level of commitment from the athlete/s to prioritize his
obligation to the school where his capacity as a member of the varsity program is concerned.
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VARSITY STRUCTURE
Thus, the varsity team structure of the XSFC will be as follows:
Year/Level
Grade 11-12
Grade 10
Grade 9
Grade 8
Identifier
Under 17
Under 15
Under 14
Under 13
Year/Level
Grade 7
Grade 6
Grade 5
Grade 4
Identifier
Under 12
Under 11
Under 10
Under 9
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ASIAN FOOTBALL CONFEDERATION
The Asian Football Confederation or AFC is the governing body of the football all over Asia.
Thus, most of the training exercises of the XSFC are based on the AFC syllabus.
As part of the XSFC development program, in relation to AFC, ALL coaches, as much as
possible will undergo Coaching License. This is a continuing education for coaches to enhance
competency in coaching.
The AFC offers three coaching license thru Philippine Football Federation Coaching Education.
COACHING
LICENSE
A
B
C
DETAILS
Focuses on TEAM DYNAMICS of Football.
Focuses on both GROUP DYNAMICS and SCIENCE OF FOOTBALL.
Focuses on the TECHNICAL training exercises and values the role of the
Coach.
Xavier School Football Club is composed of two different levels, namely, Club and the Varsity
CLUB – the club as member of National Capital Region Football Association Youth (NCRFAYouth) is the so called FARM TEAM. It is where we select potential players for the Varsity team.
It has FOUR modules in one school year with 12 training days per module. They usually compete
in a FESTIVAL format competitions.
CLUB FORMAT ACCORDING TO AGE CATEGORY:
Ages 5-6
Ages 7-8
Ages 9-10
Ages 11-12
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GRASSROOTS LEVEL
[CLUB BASE]
The FUN PHASE (AFC Grassroots Handbook) – This is the XSFC LEARN-TO-PLAY level. Its
emphasis is more on having FUN with very minimal restrictions. These levels are CLUB base
until such time that a player reaches the age of Nine (9).
AGES 5-6
PHYSICAL
Running Fun games with or
without cones and markers
a. Relay
b. Game of tag
c. Slalom racing
TECHNICAL
Ball Works
a. Walk ball
b. Ball tapping
c. Individual ball work
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TACTICAL
NONE
GAME
3 vs 3 / 4 vs 4 in
a 30 x 20 grid
Free game NO
goalkeeper
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
Very individual
● The “MINE’ attitude
● Lack of Concentration
● Loves FUN GAMES
● No idea of TEAM play
● They compete for themselves
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COACHING GUIDE
MORE FUN games with Balls
● GIVE short instructions more executions
● ENCOURAGE ALL to participate
● SIMPLE training drills
● SIMPLE terms
● ENCOURAGE players to shoot and protect the ball
● PRAISE players all the time
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AGES 7-8
PHYSICAL
Running Fun games with or
without cones and markers
a. Agility Games using cones
and/or markers
b. Slalom
c. Figure of Eight
d. High Knees
e. Single Side step
f. Double side step
g. Introduction of SPEED
training
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TECHNICAL
Ball Works
a. Introduction of
juggling
b. Ball tapping
c. Sideways
d. On top of the ball
e. Dribbling
f. Using instep/outside
of the foot
g. Slalom using Cones
h. Shielding
i. Feinting
j. Changing Directions
TACTICAL
Introduction of
Basic Defending
and Attacking
a. 1v1
b. 1v2
c. 2v2
d. 2v3
e. 3v3
GAME
a. 5v5
b. 6v6
c. 7v7
Introduction
of
Goalkeepers
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
Starting to recognize peers/friends
Very SELECTIVE
Lack of Concentration
Loves FUN GAMES
No idea of TEAM play but slowly learning to play with a
group
PRAISE players all the time
COACHING GUIDE
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ENCOURAGE FAIR PLAY
MORE FUN games with Balls
INTRODUCE basic positions of Football
ENCOURAGE players to make decisions based on situations
GIVE short instructions more executions (KISS – Keep It Short and Simple)
PROPER TERMINOLOGIES in giving coaching points
ENCOURAGE ALL to participate
SIMPLE to COMPLEX training exercises
PRAISE players all the time
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AGES 9-10
PHYSICAL
Running Fun games with or
without cones and markers
a. Agility Games using cones
and/or markers
b. Slalom
c. Figure of Eight
d. High Knees
e. Single
f. Side step
g. Double side step
h. Introduction to SPEED,
STRENGTH, ENDURANCE,
FLEXIBILITY and AGILITY
TECHNICAL
Ball Works
a. Introduction of juggling
b. Ball tapping
c. Sideways
d. On top of the ball
e. Dribbling
f. Using instep/inside/outside of
the foot
g. Slalom using Cones
h. Shielding
i. Feinting
j. Changing Directions
k. Passing/Receiving
TACTICAL
Introduction of
Basic Defending
and Attacking
a. 1v1
b. 1v2
GAME
a. 5v5
b. 6v6
c. 7v7
Introduction of
Goalkeepers
c. 2v2
d. 2v3
e. 3v3
Introduction to
set pieces
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
a. SENSITIVE in criticism
b. PEER Pressure
c. Very COMPETITIVE
d. Begins to EXPERIMENT other skills
e. NEEDS to be praise
f. Needs to be MOTIVATED
COACHING GUIDE
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
REPETITION of technical exercises
INTRODUCE basic positions of Football
ENCOURAGE players to make decisions based on situations
GIVE short instructions more executions (KISS – Keep It Short and Simple)
PROPER TERMINOLOGIES in giving coaching points
ENCOURAGE ALL to participate
SIMPLE to COMPLEX training exercises
Increase INTENSITY
PHYSICAL ASPECTS of football Should be enhanced
● Flexibility
● Agility
● Speed
● Strength
● Endurance
j. PRAISE players all the time
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According to AFC Grassroots handbook, this is NOW the “GOLDEN AGE of learning in relation
to motor-skills development of a young players”. This is the FOUNDATION Phase of player’s
development. This level seeks to harness individual ball skills and to be able to master different
techniques.
AGES 11-12
PHYSICAL
Physical
aspects that
need to
develop:
a. Flexibility
b. Agility
c. Speed
d. Strength
e. Endurance
TECHNICAL
Ball Works
a. Passing/Receiving
(Ground passes and
lofted passes)
b. Running with the
ball
c. Finishing
d. Shielding
e. Feinting
f. Heading
TACTICAL
Defending/Attacking
a. Group
b. Squad
c. Team
GAME
a. 6 v 6
b. 8 v 8
c. 11 v 11
(Conditioned games)
● Set pieces
● Pressurizing
● Combination plays
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
a. Very individual
b. The “MINE’ attitude
c. Lack of Concentration
d. Loves FUN GAMES
e. No idea of TEAM play
f. They compete for themselves
COACHING GUIDE
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
ENCOURAGE FAIR PLAY
REPETITION of technical exercises
SKILLS TEST
ENHANCE basic positions and systems of Football
Explain the IMPORTANCE of every individual player within the team
ENCOURAGE players to make decisions based on situations
GIVE short instructions more executions (KISS – Keep It Short and Simple)
COACHING POINTS are very important
SIMPLE to COMPLEX training exercises
Demand higher INTENSITY
PRAISE players all the time
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AGES 13-14
PHYSICAL
Physical aspects that
need to develop:
a. Flexibility
b. Agility
c. Speed
d. Strength
e. Endurance
TECHNICAL
Ball Works
TACTICAL
Defending/Attacking
a. Passing/Receiving (Ground
passes and lofted passes)
b. Running with the ball
c. Finishing
d. Shielding
e. Feinting
f. Tackling
g. Heading
a. Group
b. Squad
c. Team
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Set pieces
Pressurizing
Combination plays
Functional training
GAME
a. 6 v 6
b. 8 v 8
c. 11 v 11
(Conditioned
games)
(Modified
games)
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
Starting to play as a TEAM
MOOD swings
GROWTH spurt
Very COMPETITIVE which may result to a WIN AT ALL COST mentality
GOOD UNDERSTANDING in technical and tactical aspects of the game
Begins to EXPERIMENT other skills
NEEDS to be praise
Needs to be MOTIVATE
Very SENSITIVE to the manner of correction
COACHING GUIDE
a. Xavier China Experience (XCE) – EXPECT some of the players will be missing
practices and games due to XCE
ENCOURAGE FAIR PLAY
REPETITION of technical exercises
SKILLS TEST
FAMILIARIZATION to specific roles in the game.
ENHANCE the positioning and systems of football (ex. 4-4-2/4-3-3/4-5-1/4-1-4-1
ENCOURAGE players to make decisions based on situations
GIVE short instructions more executions (KISS – Keep It Short and Simple)
COACHING POINTS are VITAL
SIMPLE to COMPLEX training exercises on both TECHNICAL and TACTICAL
Demand higher INTENSITY
DEMAND HIGH quality football
Be SENSITIVE when GIVING corrections to individual players
ALLOW players to decide on their own
MONITOR pulse rate when giving high intensity training.
Players MUST sustain a 90-minute match
“THE HIGHER THE VOLUME, THE LOWER THE INTENSITY and THE HIGHER THE INTENSITY,
THE LOWER THE VOLUME”
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
o.
p.
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FINAL YOUTH PHASE in football development”. This is the time when players are in the
adolescent stage. This is also the CRITICAL stage of player’s development.
AGES 15-16
PHYSICAL
Physical aspects that need
to develop:
a. Flexibility
b. Agility
c. Speed
d. Strength
e. Endurance
TECHNICAL
Ball Works
a. Passing/Receiving
(Ground passes and lofted
passes)
b. Running with the ball
c. Finishing
d. Shielding
e. Feinting
f. Tackling
g. Heading
TACTICAL
Defending and
Attacking
a. Group
b. Squad
c. Team
GAME
a. 6 v 6
b. 8 v 8
c. 11 v 11
(Conditioned
games)
(Modified games)
● Set pieces
● Pressurizing
● Combination
plays
PLAYERS’ CHARACTERISTICS
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
Players are expected to play as a TEAM
MOOD swings and GROWTH spurt
Very COMPETITIVE which may result to a WIN-AT-ALL-COST mentality
GOOD UNDERSTANDING in technical and tactical aspects of the game
Begins to EXPERIMENT other skills
Needs to be MOTIVATED
Very SENSITIVE to the manner of correction
COACHING GUIDE
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
m.
n.
Xavier China Experience (XCE) – Some players will be going to China
HARNESS TACTICAL aspect of the game
REPETITION of technical exercises
FAMILIARIZATION to specific roles in the game.
MASTER positioning and systems of football. (ex. 4-4-2/4-3-3/4-5-1/4-1-4-1/4-2-3-1)
ENCOURAGE players to make decisions based on situations
GIVE short instructions more executions (KISS – Keep It Short and Simple)
COACHING POINTS are VITAL
SIMPLE to COMPLEX training exercises on both TECHNICAL and TACTICAL
Player’s MUST sustain a 120-minute match
Increase INTENSITY
DEMAND HIGH quality football
Be SENSITIVE when GIVING corrections to individual players
MONITOR pulse rate when giving high intensity training.
“THE HIGHER THE VOLUME, THE LOWER THE INTENSITY and THE HIGHER THE INTENSITY,
THE LOWER THE VOLUME”
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VARSITY – is the PRIDE and GLORY of Xavier School. They compete in a higher
level of
competition on both eleven-a-side and seven-a-side formats. Rizal Football Association (RIFA) is
the primary league that Xavier school represents. There are
eight categories that
Xavier school varsity is based on, namely:
1. High School Open/Selection
2. Aspirants A and B
3. Midgets A and B
4. Midgets C-D-E
There are other tournaments that XSFC is being represented. These tournaments are mostly in a
Festival format. These are:
A. St. Ignatius Cup (Ateneo de Manila University)
B. RIFA Cup
C. Alaska Cup (Alabang Country Club)
D. Xavier Cup
E. KIA Cup (Alabang Country Club)
XSFC GUIDELINES
ATTENDANCE & PUNCTUALITY (IF YOU CANNOT PRACTICE = YOU CANNOT PLAY)
All XSFC football players/members and their families are expected to PLAN
AHEAD and organize their personal schedules so that they can meet and honor their
school responsibilities and commitment to their team.
Parents must consider these guidelines when scheduling family functions, tutor
schedules, doctor and dental appointments and all other activities that involve the
player/member:
In general, absences from and tardies to school and/or practice whether
“excused” or “unexcused” have a negative effect on a player s academics, the
progress and preparation of the athlete and the eventual success of the team. A
missed day of school and/or a missed practice session are opportunities for
improvement and growth that cannot realistically be made up.
• The “excusability” of an absence or a tardy is determined solely at the discretion of the head
coach.
• XSFC football players must learn to BE ON TIME. If you are always early … you will never be
late.
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TARDINESS
• The player or his parents must notify the head coach in advance that he is going to be tardy to
any team function due to an “excusable” reason. If advance notice is not given, the tardy will be
considered “unexcused”.
• Any player who is TARDY for a reason determined by the head coach to be “unexcused”, shall
be held accountable for his lack of punctuality. Accountability for lack of punctuality can range
from reprimand … to decrease in practice or playing time … to game day suspension … to
dismissal from the team … to be decided at the discretion of the head coach.
ABSENCES
• The player or his parents must notify the head coach in advance that he is going to be absent
from any team function due to an “excusable” reason. If advance notice is not given, the
absence will be considered as “unexcused”.
• Excessive “excused” absences will jeopardize an athlete s playing time. The athlete and his
parent/guardian are strongly encouraged to understand the vital importance of practice time to
the preparation of each individual player and the team as a whole. Even if “excused”, an
absence from practice and/or a game always has a negative effect on the team s opportunity for
success.
• XSFC coaching staff will always award playing time in favor of those athletes who have
attended practice … as opposed to those who have not, regardless of the reason for the
absence.
• The following penalties for excessive “excused” absences will be applied at the discretion of
the head football coach:
• VARSITY: 2nd and subsequent excused absences = game day suspension and limited playing
time
• DEVELOPMENTAL: 2nd and subsequent excused absences = limited playing time
• XSFC coaching staff will apply the “excused” absence rule with compassion and
understanding. While there are varied reasons that absences can fall under the “excused”
absence rule, the following examples can be used by parent/guardians as a guideline.
• Excused absences that will NOT be penalized: Funerals; weddings; immediate family member
events; family member illness; family crisis; essential school academic time with school faculty
subjected to verification; athlete illness verified by physician note; reasonable religious and/or
church activities; tests or exams.
• The list of excused absences listed above is far from complete. Parents are strongly
encouraged to inform the head coach in advance of any absence so that the coach has ample
time to decide and inform the athlete and parent whether the “excused” absence will be
penalized or not. • Parent/guardians are respectfully requested to always assist their athlete son
s logistically and in decision making … so that they can successfully meet their team
commitment
• Any player who is ABSENT for a reason determined by the head coach to
be “unexcused” shall be held accountable for the absence as listed below:
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VARSITY:
1st\2nd unexcused absence = limited playing time
3rd unexcused absence = game day suspension
4th infraction = dismissal from the team
DEVELOPMENTAL:
1st\3rd unexcused absence = limited playing time
4th unexcused absence = game day suspension
• Any OFFICIAL SUSPENSION FROM SCHOOL issued by Xavier
Administration (GSPO & HSPO) shall be considered an excused absence, pending resolution by
Xavier School of any issue involving the player. In the event that the suspension is appealed, the
XSFC will enforce the absences rule (see next item).
• A player on administrative school suspension is not allowed to practice, play in a game or
participate in any team function for the duration of the suspension. The player will be
automatically dropped from the team and must go through the process of being reconsidered
for the team from which the player is dismissed.
• XSFC football players are strongly encouraged to use common sense in avoiding situations on
or off campus that have the potential of resulting in school suspension. These situations are to
be avoided at all cost. Players must remember to make “team” decisions, not “individual”
decisions. Always remember the “DO RIGHT RULE”
• A player assigned after-school DETENTION by a faculty member or administrator will serve the
detention as assigned. If the detention causes a player to be tardy to or absent from a required
team function, the tardy/absence shall be considered “unexcused” with the player being held
accountable at the discretion of the head coach.
• XSFC football players are encouraged to honor their commitment to their football team.
Players are reminded that several other players rely on their presence and abilities in practices,
training and games. They have to observe consideration and DO RIGHT in their decisions.
• Questions concerning the “Tardiness and Absences” guideline are to be directed to and
adjudicated at the discretion of the XSFC Manager.
INJURED PLAYERS
• A player who is injured during the course of the season and is unable to participate under
doctor s or trainer s orders (as evidenced with a medical certificate) is excused from attending all
team functions.
• Whether under partial or complete activity restrictions, the player is encourage to still show up
for team events to lend support to his team… if permitted by the doctor or trainer. The injured
player is still expected to contribute to the team effort in this manner. If desired, a specific
workout or rehabilitation assignment (approved by the doctor or trainer and the XS Athletics
Office) may be provided and is to be completed in its entirety by the player.
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• Should a player become injured or ill during the course of the season and require a doctor s
treatment and care, it is the responsibility of the player and/or his parents to communicate with
the head coach regarding any limitations placed upon the player s activity by the doctor.
ATTENDANCE & DISCIPLINE IN SCHOOL
• All players are expected to meet their responsibilities in the classroom by attending every class
during the school day … to be early to their classes … to demonstrate respect for their
classmates, teachers and all other school staff.
• In addition, all class assignments are to be turned in on time. “ALL REASONABLE ACADEMIC
RESPONSIBILITIES TAKE PRECEDENCE OVER FOOTBALL ACTIVITIES.”
• Therefore, conflicts between football and academics are avoided by meeting classroom
obligations eagerly and on time.
• For Xavier students, the Football Office will be notified immediately by the school
administration of all player class absence and tardiness. A football player s classes are
considered required team functions.
OTHER REMINDERS
• Parents are reminded that the XAVIER SCHOOL ODS will not notify the coaching staff if a
student/athlete is going to be absent for the day … we ask that the parent make a second effort
to the appropriate head coach or to the Football Office (local 215) to notify us of the player s
absence from school and practice.
• A player returning to school and or football team functions following an “excused”
absence/tardy will be expected to efficiently and quickly “make\up” the academic and football
work they have missed … including, but not limited to class work, tests and homework in all
classes … plus system learning, drill work and conditioning in football.
GENERAL ELIGIBILITY
• All students of Xavier School, provided that they have no pending obligations and/or school
sanctions (academic or disciplinary), are eligible to be considered for the Xavier School Varsity
Team.
• All students of Xavier School, provided that they are of good moral character and agree to pay
all dues and fees necessary, are eligible to join the Xavier School Football Club as members.
• All individuals, provided that they comply and adhere to the policies contained herein, are
eligible to join the XSFC, its roster and teams and to be considered as part of the programs put
forward by the club.
• The XSFC does not discriminate based on gender, race or religion. However, the
XSFC adheres to the principles and teachings of Xavier School—and will not sacrifice its
practices and programs to go against the school s vision and mission.
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• Any questions regarding academic, transfer or general eligibility should be referred to the
Xavier School Athletic Head.
GENERAL DISCIPLINE
• Given that all players are underage, being under the influence of alcohol, tobacco (smoking
and/or chewing) or any other drug without medical approval is considered unacceptable
behavior both on and off the campus.
• A player in violation of the tobacco guideline will initially be reprimanded and counseled by the
coaching staff and will be suspended from game day activities for a minimum of one game, to
be decided at the discretion of the head coach. Repeat offenders will be removed from their
team and prevented to join all XSFC activities (with no refund of payments made to the club) for
the year.
• A player engaged in any criminal activity, on or off campus, will be dismissed from the team
and banned for life from the XSFC.
• A player found in the act of stealing equipment or personal property from another player or
from the school and its auxiliary or in possession of stolen equipment or personal property will
be dismissed from the team and have charges brought against him with the proper authorities
for theft.
• Any demonstration of disrespect or insubordination towards a teammate, coach, official,
manager, trainer, faculty, staff member or administrator shall be held accountable for their
behavior at the discretion of the head coach.
• All players must demonstrate common sense, maturity and self\discipline in the at all times
and in all locations especially on the practice field and game field:
• Players must always be properly attired in the “uniform of the day” as designated by the
coach … players dressed inappropriately will be sent home and charged with an “unexcused
absence”.
• Players will be completely dressed in proper uniform before entering the practice or game
field … and will remain so for the duration of the practice or game. A player must ask the
permission of their coach to remove or alter their uniform while on the practice field.
• All players must be dressed in a common, appropriate team uniform while at practice and
games. Players will not be allowed to draw attention to themselves by dressing differently than
the team. Players are not permitted to individually alter, change or decorate their uniforms in any
fashion.
• As a matter of safety… all forms of jewelry are discouraged.
• For all XSFC coaches, administrators, players and parents. Players must demonstrate
courteous and appropriate behavior. Loud, rowdy behavior is prohibited. Swearing and vulgar
language is not permitted. NO HORSEPLAY IN THE COMFORT ROOMS AND TEAM AREAS.
Swearing or vulgar language should never be used by anyone on the practice and game fields.
• Any player involved in “hazing” or “bullying” of any sort in any occasion will be dismissed from
the team.
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• XSFC players must project the image of maturity, common sense, pride and discipline outside
the “football environment”.
• All football players must maintain good grooming and proper appearance in public and on
campus. A well-groomed player looks good … when you look good … you feel good … when
you feel good … YOU PLAY GOOD
PARENT INVOLVEMENT
At Home
Young people develop a value system – established in the home, nurtured in the school.
Their experiences in the classroom and other activities contribute to the development of
their value system. Trustworthiness, Citizenship, Caring, Responsibility, Loyalty,
Fairness, and Respect are lifetime values taught and caught through Athletics. These are
the principles of good sportsmanship and character.
During Training
Conduct of Parents teaching supporting their sons; conduct during games; relationship
with coaches; The role of parents in the formation of the Student-Athlete is vital. The
support shown at home is often manifested in the ability of the student to accept the
opportunities presented at school and in life.
During Competitions
The spirit of competition thrives; fueled by honest rivalry, courteous relations and
gracious acceptance of the results.
Communication
Home/School Partnership - procedures for discussing concerns; To exert continuing
effort to establish and maintain clear lines of communication between the
Coaches/Athletics Staff and the parents/guardians of our student-athletes, we shall set
up a specific time and day to meet about concern(s) that may arise.
EQUIPMENT & SECURITY
• Players are responsible for the care of their XSFC shirts and Varsity uniforms.
Players who damage their shirts or uniform will be billed for the replacement cost of the item.
• Players must respect their own and their teammate’s equipment … as well as the effort by all
of the generous people that worked to purchase it. “RESPECT YOUR EQUIPMENT AND TREAT
IT PROPERLY … IT MAKES FOOTBALL A ENJOYABLE GAME FOR YOU.”
• Any player finding equipment or personal property that does not belong to him must
immediately return the items to their proper owner or the XSFC Office. Any player found in the
possession of missing or stolen equipment or personal property shall be dismissed from the
team.
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• In the interest of security, players are encouraged to deposit their valuables in the XSFC Office
during practice sessions. It is understood that only valuable items (i.e. jewelry, iPad, and wallets)
will be accepted. The Football Office has limited capacity to keep items and as such the
safekeeping service will be done on a FIRST\COME, FIRST SERVE basis as long as there are
available slots.
• As matter of practice, players are encouraged to use the lockers at the dugout area. The
lockers are meant for temporary safekeeping of bags and gear for the XSFC. These lockers are
provided for use of the players but not secured by the football office.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING
By: Mr. Jasper Laguitao ,Strength and Conditioning Director
The idea of S&C has been around since the late 1970’s, but only caught attention in the
Philippines after 2000. Therefore a lot of what Filipino adults knew before, especially about
weight lifting, may not necessarily be as accurate as they believe it to be.
STRENGTH & CONDITIONING (S&C) FOR YOUTH ATHLETES
One of the permeating beliefs about Resistance (Weight) Training was that it impedes the proper
growth of children. This may be true and most probable especially if the coach/instructor is not
equipped with the knowledge and proper skill set to deliver the instruction and coaching cues
for S&C sessions. Worse, if the child performs these sessions without the proper adult
supervision.
With today’s findings and in-depth study of Sports Science, it has been found there are actually
numerous benefits of youth athletes undergoing resistance training, given they are exposed to
age-appropriate exercises, with a corresponding program that comes with it.
Therefore, in order for a youth athlete to reap the benefits of S&C, he must be willing to learn the
fundamental skills and techniques to perform different exercises and drills. Attentiveness to the
instruction of the S&C Coach will also be crucial in this experience. Needless to say, the nature
of these sessions may pose inherent risks and dangers, especially if things are not properly
observed or followed.
AGE-APPROPRIATE PROGRAMS
Terminologies
Health & Fitness
Skills
Cardiovascular
Endurance
Muscular
Endurance
Muscular Strength
Flexibility
Abbreviation
Definition
C/En
the ability to continue training the cardiovascular
system for a period longer than twenty minutes
(on average).
the capacity of a muscle to exert a submaximal
force through a given range of motion or at a
single point over a given time.
ability of a muscle to exert a maximal force
through a given range of motion or at a single
given point.
the ability of a joint to move through a full range
of motion.
M/En
M/Strength
Flex
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Body Composition
Speed
B/Comp
Spd
Power
Agility
the ratio of lean body mass to fat body mass.
The amount of time it takes the body to perform
specific tasks.
The amount of force a muscle can exert.
The ability to rapidly and accurately change the
direction of the whole body in space.
The ability to maintain equilibrium while
stationary or moving.
The ability to use the senses and body parts in
order to perform motor tasks smoothly and
accurately.
The ability to respond quickly to stimuli.
Pow
Agile
Balance
Bal
Coordination
Coord
Reaction Time
Rxn
Outlined below are the recommended (maximum) limits of each skill level performed. Human
performance are not quantifiable therefore these units of measure are based on average/safe
limits according to current (2014) scientific findings. The coach may go beyond the limits below,
given he has calculated the inherent risks of performing such tasks and consistently has the
safety of the athlete in check.
HEALTH RELATED SKILLS
C/En
M/En
M/Strength
Flex
B/Comp
9&U
< 30min.
(straight)
<20 reps.
Bodyweight
Dynamic
Complete Diet
12 & U
< 45min.
13-16 y.o.
<75 min.
17 & Over
> 75 min.
< 30 reps.
w/ Lightweight
Dy + Static
Complete Diet
to failure
w/ heavyweight
D + Static
Custom Diet
to failure
w/ maximal weight
D + S + Partner
Custom Diet
FITNESS RELATED SKILLS
Spd
Pow
Agile
Bal
Coord
Rxn
9&U
50m sprints
(sp)
basic motor
skills
single
direction
basic
stances
1-stimulus
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12 & U
100 m sprints
13-16 y.o.
50m sp-repeats
17 & Over
100m sp-repeats
bodyweight
w/ medium weight
w/ sub-maximal weight
multiple singles
multi direction
multi w/ added stimulus
quadruped
ipsi/contralateral
w/ added resistance
2-stimulus
untimed
3-stimulus
timed
> 3-stimulus
timed w/ consequence
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ON NUTRITION
The following are simple nutritional principles that each athlete may follow. These are general
guidelines that athletes can follow and even youth athletes can adhere to.
NUTRITIONAL GUIDELINES
Period
PRE-Game
DURINGGame
Reminders
All HEAVY meals must be eaten at least (3) hours prior
a game/training. All LIGHT meals must be eaten at
least (2) hours prior a game/training. All food eaten
must be chewed properly to ensure a more efficient
digestion process.
intake of Sports Drinks must only be done when game
is at moderate-to-high intensity and duration is above
45min.
Examples
HEAVY – Rice w/ Viand
LIGHT – Sandwich
Sports Drinks: Gatorade,
Powerade, Pocari, 100 Plus
Game is high-intensity and duration is above 30min.
- water must be regularly taken in whether actively
moving or resting.
POSTGame
a WINDOW of OPPORTUNITY of 30-45min. after the
game/training is the ideal time to eat to recovery from
the activity; the current general recommendation is that
the ideal ratio of Carbohydrate to Protein is 2:1; ideally
these post-meals are planned or packed before the
game/training to ensure that they will be eaten within
the Window of Opportunity; this will decrease the
chances that the athlete will not eat based on emotions
or impulse which can lead to poor food choices.
For a 300 calorie meal:
200 calories of Carbs and 100
calories of Protein
For a 600-calorie meal:
400 calories of Carbs and
200 calories of Protein
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CONTRAINDICATIONS
ENERGY DRINKS/ SPORTS DRINKS
Examples: Cobra, Monster, Lipovitan, Red Bull, Sting
Why these are not recommended for Athletic Purposes
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while these may be ‘popular’ choices to give ‘energy’ and improve performance, there is
a precise timing of intake to make this work for the purpose of improved performance.
these drinks are actually ‘sweet’ in nature to encourage the drinker to drink plain water
right after. However, the drinker most often follows it up still with a Sports Drink.
it is not advised for Youth Athletes to be dependent on using these drinks as they
contain various ingredients that may be unfamiliar for the body’s physiology and
biochemical reactions.
Water is still the best option to maintain proper hydration
levels in the body whether pre/during/post activity.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
The FB program is open to possibilities of community service activities where the coach
and players may render outreach activities to the immediate community or to Tiong Se
Academy, XS’ partner school or ERDA Tech, XS’ adopted school
Prepared by:
Patrick Posadas
Athletics Director
Jasper Laguitao
Assistant for Athletics
Strength & Conditioning Director
Miguel David
XSFC Program Head
Wilhelm Laranas
XSFC Head Coach
ANNEX A - PLAYER’S EVALUATION
ANNEX B - PLAYER’S SKILL TEST EVALUATION
ANNEX C - XSFC Monthly Training Program Form
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---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------(please cut and submit to the XS Football Office, addressed to the Program Head)
XSFC MANUAL 2014 PARENT/GUARDIAN
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
I ______________________________ ,
(First Name,Last Name)
a PARENT/GUARDIAN of _______________________________ of ___________________________
(Player’s Name)
(Grade/Year and Section)
who is a member of the ___________________________________________
(Indicate Football Team)
have READ THE WHOLE XSFC Manual 2014. I also understand the guidelines and protocols it
has set for its program. I am signing this form as a testament of my compliance to the program,
as voluntary which is my free will and without coercion.
______________________________
Printed Name and Signature
________
Date
XSFC MANUAL 2014 PLAYERS
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT FORM
I ______________________________ , of _____________________
(First Name,Last Name)
(Grade/Year and Section)
a member of the ___________________________________________
(Indicate Football Team)
have READ THE WHOLE XSFC Manual 2014. I also understand the guidelines and protocols it
has set for its program. I am signing this form as a testament of my compliance to the program,
as voluntary which is my free will and without coercion.
______________________________
Printed Name and Signature
________
Date
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