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Spring 2012 Important Recreational Dates

Spring 2012 Important Dates

December - Registration Begins

CDL Assessments - 2/23 for girls and boys

February 29 – Last day for timely registration and school lunch letter registrations

February 29 - Last day for unrestricted refunds

TBD – Coaches Meeting

TBD – Coaches contact players

April 1 – Field permits effective; practices can begin

April 14 – First games U4, U7-U19

April 15 – First games U5/U6 MinnieKickers

April 28/29 – Memory Makers pictures at Bel Air ES

May 26/27 – Holiday weekend no games

June 9/10 – Last weekend of games

June 9/10 – Challenge Festival

June 9/10 – SFL Tournament

June 16/17 – All Star Tournament

Spring 2012 Team and Individual Pictures by Memory Makers

April 28 and April 29

Memory Makers will take team and individual pictures on Saturday, April 28/Sunday April 29 indoors at Bel Air Elementary School.

RAIN OR SHINE

For directions to the school, click here.

Pictures will be taken on Saturday for U4, U7-U12 teams and on Sunday for U5/6 teams.

SFL teams may attend on either day according to the following hours: Saturday between 9AM and Noon or Sunday between 11 AM and 1:30 PM. It is best for SFL teams to come either 1 1/2 hours pre-game or post-game between the stated hours.

If you need to reschedule your picture time, email Tito at Memory Makers (tito@memorymakers.com) or call him at 703-671-9293.

Click here for the Saturday schedule. Click here for the Sunday schedule. Click here to view the order form.

Thank you for supporting this important event; it is our only fund-raising activity.

Proof of Birth Verification

All Players must Have Proof of Birth on File Before Registering

All players must have proof of birth on file before they will be allowed to register. A birth certificate, passport, ID Card, or any government document with the date of birth on it will be acceptable. If you register online, you will need to fax, scan and email, mail, or bring the documentation to the Clubhouse.

Starting in the Fall 2011 season players will not be allowed to play if they do not have proof of birth on file with PWSI. If you have played in the past and we do not have proof of birth on file, you will need to provide it when we contact you. Players that register online and fail to provide proof of birth will be placed on the wait-list until proof is provided.

We did change systems 3 years ago, so please plan on having proof of birth with you when registering.

For questions or more information contact Pat Howarth at phowarth@pwsi.org, or call 703-670-6061

ALL-STAR SPORTS Carry PWSI Recreational Uniforms

No Longer Sold at Clubhouse or Online

All-Star Sports will now be carrying the PWSI Recreational Uniform. The Clubhouse will no longer be selling uniforms and uniforms can no longer be purchased online. All players on teams U7 and above are required to wear these uniforms and to purchase them. Coaches will no longer be responsible for passing out uniforms and League Directors will no longer be responsible for distributing them.

SFL players should not go to All Star Sports; coordinate the purchase with your coach so he/she can determine the jersey number.

All-Star Sports in Located at 2592 Dynasty Loop Woodbridge, VA 22192. Their hours of operation are as follows:

Open: Monday-Friday from 10AM-7PM

Saturday and Sunday By Appointment Only

Here is a Map for their Location and a link to their Website.

** MinnieKickers will still Receive there Uniforms as part of their Registration Fee and their Coach will delivery the uniforms to their players.**

Courage Developmental League

Frequently Asked Questions

The Courage Developmental League

What is it?

· Courage Developmental League (CDL) is an offshoot of the Challenge League.

· Designed as a pilot in the first season, we will assess the program for possible expansion to U10 and ultimately U12 in future seasons.

· Designed to provide committed players the opportunity to play with like-minded players.

· For players with previous soccer experience who want to improve and perhaps move to higher-level soccer environments.

Who is it for?

· The CDL is for players who are U7 or U8, boys and girls.

· The Challenge League will remain the same for U10 and U12 players.

· Academy players are eligible for the CDL.

Why are we changing the Challenge League?

· We surveyed Challenge players and analyzed what they liked and what they thought needed improvement and we are making changes based on that feedback.

· We are moving to a “one Club” concept where the Recreational, Academy and Select programs work together more frequently.

· We will assess implementation at the U8 level after the inaugural season to determine if we will expand to other age groups.

What’s the difference between the CDL and the Challenge League?

· The CDL will use a player assessment system.

· Players who are selected for CDL will be placed on teams at a “draft” session conducted by CDL coaches with oversight from the CDL Commissioner.

· Teams will be formed to achieve the highest degree of parity possible.

· Player requests (including playing up) are not a part of the CDL.

· Coaches are required to meet qualifications; in the inaugural season, U8 coaches are recommended to have at least an F license; coaches will apply and go through a selection process.

How do you register for the CDL?

· You will register and pay through the PWSI online system by choosing the program option that indicates CDL Assessment.

· Attend the Assessment Day on February 23 for the Spring 2012 season.

· Players will be notified of their CDL status a couple weeks after Assessment Day.

What happens to players who are not selected into the CDL?

· Those players will become part of the regular recreational pool and the usual team assignment process will be used to place them.

· Players not selected into the CDL will be refunded the difference between the CDL cost and the Recreational cost, $15.

Who can I contact if I have more questions?

· You can contact the CDL Commissioner, Gregg Darr at CourageDLCommish@aol.com; or, the Clubhouse at clubhouse@pwsi.org; or Pat Howarth at phowarth@pwsi.org.

MinnieKickers Games Moved

U4's Will Play Saturday's

The MinnieKickers League will be moving from Fannie Fitzgerald Elementary School to Montclair Elementary School . The U5-U6 games will still be held Sunday afternoons beginning at 12:30PM. The U4 games will be Saturday mornings beginning at 10AM. For more questions please contact Pat Howarth at phowarth@pwsi.org or call at 703-670-6061.

Registrations Requesting Financial Assistance

Because of the volume of registrations that were granted financial assistance last season, we have found it necessary to revise the criteria for providing assistance for players who receive free or reduced lunch at Prince William County schools.

Beginning in the Spring 2010 season, assistance is limited to 50% of the registration fee, whether the player qualifies for free or reduced lunch in the county school system. Uniforms will need to be paid for in full.

Financial Assistance applications will be accepted through February 29, 2012 for the Spring 2012 season. You must provide a current letter from Prince William County Schools.

PWSI Recreational Manual: Answer to All Questions and a Must Read

The Recreational Manual Updated and Posted Online

A new version of the document formerly entitled Coaches Handbook is updated and posted on our site for everyone to read. The manual contains policies and regulations for coaches, parents, and players. It covers the registration process, pre-season advice for coaches, behavioral guidelines for everyone and consequences for prohibited behavior. The All Star process is included. Please familiarize yourself with this manual, posted here.

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