GRSC & SNK Parent and Player Expectations 

Our Philosophy 

Our curriculum has been developed to provide developmentally appropriate, educational outcome-based soccer instruction that is designed to help each student become an overall well rounded soccer player and more importantly a well rounded individual that values team spirit, character, individual and team goals, and that is self-directed while always striving for success. The soccer experiences created by our coaching staff allows for the ideal learning environment. 

Two factors that promote this environment are our carefully planned practice sessions and our ability to establish realistic expectations for each team. The focus of our instruction addresses the technical, tactical, psychological and physical components of soccer. All of our lessons have specific objectives that our coaches strive to achieve through motivation and proper instruction. The curriculum also provides our coaches with the flexibility to modify specific goals and objectives to ensure that the individual team goals are continuously met. 

The game of soccer forces players to make several decisions at one time and many times also allows for players to resolve situations in different ways. Our emphasis is creating practice sessions that are as “functional” or “game realistic” as possible. This methodology is crucial for appropriate player development. Practice sessions usually progress from simple to complex activities. The frequency, intensity and duration of sessions are designed to meet the specific

needs of the team. Younger players will focus more time on fundamental technical abilities with the ball and as they become older the focus shifts towards more physical development training to address the higher demands of the game. Our comprehensive curriculum also addresses issues such as nutrition, proper fitness levels, mental preparation techniques, and injury prevention. 

Key Points 

• Provide developmentally appropriate, educational outcome-based soccer instruction.
• Develop a well rounded soccer player and individual. 
• Instill team spirit, sportsmanship, good character, and teamwork. 
• Focus on the tactical, technical, physical and psychological aspects of player development. 
• Create practice sessions that are functional and game realistic. 
• Focus on fundamentals and provide appropriate skill progression for players.
• Ensure every player feels comfortable in the team environment. 
• Provide encouraging, positive and constructive feedback for every player. 

Parent and Player Expectations 

• Arrive to practice 5 to 10 minutes early 
• Arrive to games 30 minutes early 
• Bring 2 to 3 water bottles to practices and games 
• Bring proper footwear, equipment and weather appropriate attire (shin guards, socks, hoodies, long sleeve shirt, warmup pants) 
• Have a dedicated equipment bag with a trash bag in case of rainy/wet conditions
• Please communicate with the Coach and Parent Manager(s) about any scheduling conflicts, late arrivals or other commitments 
• Make sure your player is well rested, properly hydrated prior to and after practice, and eats proper healthy meals 
• Always cheer on your player and the team in a positive and encouraging manner
• Please refrain from sideline coaching and officiating and unsporting behavior. Let the players play, coaches coach and the referees ref.