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Quartz Hill AYSO, Region 638 Newsletter                       September 17, 2016  

In This Issue
Volunteer/Board Member of the Week
Coach Corner
Referee Corner
Tournament News
VIP News
Snack Bar News
Picture Day
Zero Tolerance Policy
Safety Tip of the Week
Safety Reminder
Marie Kerr Park Parking
NO SMOKING ALLOWED
TRASH, TRASH, TRASH!
Joe Walker/Gregg Anderson Track Alert
NO Pets Allowed!
Important Dates
Lost and Found
Sponsors
Game Results
Players of the Game
Standings (U10-U14)
Upper Division Standings
Quick Links
 
 
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  A WORD FROM OUR COMMISSIONER
  
It is up to everyone to make every week's games and training the best for all the players in our region. It will take the effort of the coaches, parents (friends and family) and all the region's volunteers (you can be one, too) to make it happen. We have the power to do this! It will take big smiles, positive comments and lots of cheering. You can make every player a winner every week.
  
The history of why we now have Kids Zone KidsZone
  
Kids Zone® was the "brainchild" of then Region 234 Commissioner Steve Hamann in 2000. Steve sensed during his field "walkarounds" that the environment was changing. There was more tension, more shouting (definitely more attitude) and less fun than the Region's parents and volunteers had come to expect.
  
A man of action, Steve came up with a plan that he believed would remind parents that their behavior at games is crucial to setting a good example. His plan included three-inch Kids Zone buttons distributed to parents and coaches and field signs to remind visitors of appropriate conduct. In Region 234 it quickly became obvious to parents that it was up to them to ensure good sideline behavior or suffer the consequences.

Steve approached staff members at the AYSO National Office to help him get his plan under way. The National Board of Directors (NBOD) and National Office staff members provided partial funding and support to implement the plan and that, as we say, was the beginning. The plan was for Region 234 to pilot the program that fall and then make the project ready for national implementation the following year. Steve and Region 234 did an exemplary job and provided the NBOD and National Office staff with reports, ideas and help to launch the new program. 
Since its inception, we have added a Kids Zone Parent Pledge and other assorted materials and paraphernalia. Kids Zone does help in controlling negative sideline behavior, but it is not a magic potion, it takes continual reinforcement and commitment to the ideals of good sportsmanship and the AYSO philosophies.
Players play!!!   Run around - Have fun - Make their own decisions!
Coaches coach!!! Set the line up - Motivate the players - Let them play the game.
Parents cheer!!! For all the players on both teams. "Way to go" Great Play" Nice Shot" "What a pass"
Thanks
Jack Rust
Regional Commissioner
Quartz Hill Region 638
coachrust@gmail.com 
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Providing world class youth soccer programs that enrich children's lives!!!!
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Volunteer/Board Member
of the Week
 
Every week QH AYSO will honor one Volunteer and one Board Member (if one is nominated) who has gone above and beyond the call of duty.  Nominations may come from anyone - a coach, player, parent, board member, etc.  Forms are available from your coach or at the Snack Bar. The person chosen by the Board as Volunteer of the Week from all the nominees will receive a prize: free lunch at the snack bar of either a hot dog, hamburger, or a pupusa (if available), plus chips and a drink; all nominees will be acknowledged for all their hard work and time! 

Volunteers of the Week

Schotel Family - Chris, Katie, Josh, and Titus
John Schoorl
Dakota Duncan

 
We'd like to give a huge thanks to the Schotel family (Chris, Katie, Josh, and Titus) and John Schoorl for helping with tear down at Marie Kerr Saturday afternoon. Dakota Duncan rocked Joe Walker tear down.  End of the day help is so greatly appreciated. Many thanks from Lisa and Brad Dunton.
  

 Coach Corner

 

Hello QH AYSO Coaches,

The 2016-2017 season is off and running, and with the exception of a few minor issues everything seemed to go relatively well.   There are a few important things I need to point out to all the coaches concerning the game cards.   We, as coaches, need to make sure we fill out our cards properly; this includes listing your players in jersey number order with both first and last names, checking your substitutions and final score, and identifying your players of the game.   For those coaches in U8, please remember to watch your opponent's players carefully and note the top three players (by uniform number) on the back of the card.  This is important for player assessment for next season.   Please refer to your coaches' handbook for any issues with your game cards.  Everything you need to know has been clearly provided in the handbook.

 

Uppe r division coaches (U10/U12/U14) should be noting top players from the other teams and keeping track in your own notes (no need to submit on game cards).  All-star nomination forms will be coming out around the first week of October.  Applications for All-Star coaches will also be collected in early October, with coach selection occurring late October.

There are a few issues I need address with the U10-U14 coaches:
  
1. As a reminder the substitution break at the half way mark of a half is just that, an opportunity to substitute players and allow others to get some water.  This is not a coaching opportunity; players need to get on and off the field quickly so the game can continue.  I witnessed quite a few coaches pulling the team together and going over game plans, doing a team cheer before players entered back on to the field.  I also saw many coaches struggling with their lineups not sure who is coming out and who is going in, coaches need to have their lineup ready before the game starts so as to not lose valuable playing time.  Please remind your players to stay on the field until they have been substituted, and remind parents to meet the players at the touch line with their water. 

2. On a quick review of some of the game cards it was noted that many teams were indicating multiple assistant coaches.  Please understand that on game day only two coaches can be on the sideline in the coach area, and these are the only two coaches who should interact with the players and referees if asked upon.  You are welcome to have as many assistant coaches helping at practice as you want (make sure they have at a minimum a volunteer form approved, and have completed Safe Haven and Concussion training), but on game day it needs to be limited to 1 head coach and 1 assistant coach, and both need to be certified to the appropriate level. 

3. I witnessed many parents and coaches entering the field of play during the match.  This is not allowed, and coaches are only permitted onto the field of play with the permission of the referee.  Please remind your parents that they should not enter the field of play during the match, especially if they are doing so to coach one or more of the children.
  

U06/U08 Soccer Drill of the Week

 

Clean Your Room

 

Setup

  1. Create a grid that is approximately 15 X 15 yards.  You should adjust the size of the grid depending on the size, skill set, and number of players.
  2. One player is designated as the person to clean the room.
  3. Every player other than the room cleaner needs a ball.

Instructions

  1. Start by having the players dribble around in the grid.
  2. The coach should release the room cleaner into the grid.
  3. The room cleaner's job is to steal the ball from the dribbling players and kick the ball out of the grid.
  4. The dribblers must retrieve their ball and attempt to get back into the grid as quickly as possible.
  5. The room is "clean" once they have all of the balls out of the grid at one time.
  6. The room cleaner should kick the ball out of the grid as far as they can to give them a chance to get all the players.
  7. If a player is struggling to clean their room, release a 2nd room cleaner to assist.

 Variations

  • Start with 2 room cleaners (defenders)
  • Make the players do 10 jumping jacks before entering the grid.  This will give the defender a bit more time to clear the other balls out of the grid.
Coaching Points
  • Instruct the room cleaner (defender) to pressure the players with the ball quickly and kick the ball out of the grid as far as possible. 
  • Dribblers must be aware of the defender (pressure) and remain calm and protect the ball.

U10/U12/U14 Drill of the Week

Center Mid Passing Combination 1
  
Setup
  1.  Set up a grid approximately 20 X 20 yards.  The size of the grid can be adjusted based on the age and skill level of the players.
  2. Place a midfield player inside the grid.
  3. The remaining players will split into even lines on the four corners of the grid.

Instructions

  1. Player 1 plays a ball into the central player and starts his run down the sideline to the back of the line.
  2. The central player plays a first time ball into Player 2.
  3. Player 2 plays a ball into Player 3 and sprints down the sideline to the back of the line.
  4. Player 3 passes into the central player and makes a run down the sideline to the back of the line.
  5. The central player plays a first time ball into player 4 who plays a ball into Player 1 and sprints to the end of the line.
  6. The play continues.

Variations

  • After Player 1 and Player 3 passes into the middle player, have them step in to become the middle player. 
Coaching Points
  • Focus on passing weight, accuracy, timing and movement.
  • Players should communicate to make the movement flow.
  • Players should get into a rhythm. 

 

 
Become an Assistant Coach! 
 
Every Coach needs an assistant (or even two) and it can be you!  The following link provides all the information you need to be trained and registered as an Assistant Coach:
 
 
It is easy...and more rewarding than you could ever know!  So, please volunteer and help your child's coach provide an exceptional soccer experience for your child and your entire team! 
   

Crazy RefereeReferee Corner

 

 A big thanks to all the new and returning referees who hit the fields on Saturday to make sure the games were safe, fun and fair.  We were off to a slow start on coverage for the first week, but lots of opportunities to pick up some games for those who didn't make it out for Week 1.  We had 69 referees volunteer their time for the first weekend, including 13 of our newly trained referees, but we need about 170 referees to help us get through the season.  That means we need 100 more referees, both new and returning, to sign up for games!!  Our numbers are down this year; are you ready to join us?
  
As a reminder of why we do the job we do and how we should approach the role we play, we've included the Referee Code below.
  
SEE YOU ON THE PITCH

Referees Code

  • Always remember that the game is for the players. Player safety and fair play come first.
  • Study and learn the Laws of the Game and understand the "spirit" of the Laws. Help fellow referees do the same.
  • Encourage and enforce the AYSO philosophies of "Everyone Plays," "Positive Coaching" and "Good Sportsmanship."
  • Respect other referees' decisions, and do not publicly criticize another official.
  • Wear the proper uniform and keep it in good condition.
  • Maintain good physical condition so you can keep up with the action.
  • Stay calm when confronted with emotional reactions from players, coaches and parents.
  • Honor accepted game assignments. In an emergency, find a replacement.
  • Support good sportsmanship with a kind word to players, coaches and parents of both teams when deserved.
  • Always be fair and impartial, avoiding conflicts of interest. Decisions based on personal bias are dishonest and unacceptable.

  

 BECOME A REFEREE: It is the best seat in the house!

  
Interested in becoming a referee? There is still time!. We have a one day class scheduled for Sunday, September 25.  Remember, with Tournament Team tryouts coming soon, becoming a referee can help your child's chances of being selected for a team.  For details on how to signup go to our website www.qhayso.org and click on referee information.   Questions?   Call John at 878-3280.
  

All teams in U10 thru U14 need to obtain at least 7 referee points just to be considered for post-season play.  No team can earn more than 10 points.

 

A team can earn up to 2 points a week from any Referee who chooses to donate them referee points they earned for:

U8 Referee: ½ point

U10-U14 Assistant Referee: ½ point

U16-U19 Assistant Referee: 1 point

U10-U19 Referee: 1 point


 

 

Top Youth U8 Referee Contest

 

This year we are having a contest to see which Youth referees can do the most U8 games.  Prizes will be awarded at our annual volunteer appreciation night. One week into the season and only a handful of Youth refs have joined the competition.  Remember there are multiple prizes for both male and female leaders, so there is plenty of time to get to the top of the leader board.  Here are the standings:

 

 

 

 Referee Contest

 

Every year we have a friendly competition to see who can do the most refereeing.  This contest is already in full swing as a bunch of dedicated Quartz Hill referees have a three-week head start from refereeing Upper Division U16 and U19 games between teams from all over the Antelope Valley.  Here is our leader board:

 

 

 
  

Tournament News





***Calling all players in U-10 through U-19***
Tournament Season is here! 
 

PLAYERS:
Are you interested in playing tournament soccer?  Tryouts will be held in mid-October (dates to be released soon).  We strongly encourage you to attend as many tryouts as possible. All players must have a parent or guardian remain for the entire tryout since the tournament coaches will not have emergency medical release forms. All players should arrive wearing black shorts and a white t-shirt. They should have plenty of water and be prepared to stretch on their own. Player applications will be available on our website soon.  Tryouts will last three hours.

Once dates are determined all players must check in at the scheduled times at
Upper Joe Walker.

Please check our website prior to attending tryouts for any scheduling changes.

COACHES:

Coaches interested in coaching tournament for the 2016-2017 season need to submit a coach application no later than Sat. Sept. 17th.  Applications should be turned in to the "Coach Admin" Folder in the QH AYSO Region Board Box located at Joe Walker/Lane Park (adjacent to the snack trailer).

 
TOURNAMENT COACH APPLICATIONS
DUE by Sept. 17th.   

Attention U-10 thru U-19 coaches:
Please begin discussing tournament tryouts with your teams.  This is a fantastic opportunity to improve your player's skills and a great cultural exchange with other AYSO regions for the kids.

If you have any questions, please contact our Tournament Director, Lisa Duncan, at 661-952-5814 or by email at tourneydir638@gmail.com.

VIP NEWS

A message from VIP Teams: 

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The VIP Super Stars and Fearless Zombies did an amazing job in their first games and would like to thank to the U12B FC Royals and U14G Renegades for coming out and being such worthy opponents.! 

 

Both the Super Stars and Fearless Zombies would also like to give their thanks to their coaches, all the Buddies, and the parents who support our teams.   

 

 

Here's to a great soccer season!!
GO SUPER STARS!!!! 
GO FEARLESS ZOMBIES!!!!

 

SnackBarNews Snack Bar News
 
   
This Week's Specials        
  
Pupusas $3 or 2 for $5
 

Bring in 2 recyclables and get a free Otter Pop!
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Again this season Quartz Hill AYSO will ask for volunteers from the U06 and U08 Divisions to work in the Snack Bar.  The schedule for snack bar duty has been posted to our website, www.qhayso.org, or click here to find it. If your team has been assigned snack bar duty, please send two registered adult volunteers and have them check in at the Snack Bar.  Volunteers that have not previously been registered for the 2016 season must complete their online volunteer application at www.eayso.org and bring one signed copy and a valid ID with them when they show for their volunteer duty. 
 
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  Picture Day
 
Sunday, September 18th
     Lane Park 
Picture schedules are available HERE
 
 
Teams should arrive 15 minutes before their scheduled time. This year all pictures will be mailed directly to the player so every player is required to have an order form whether making a purchase in addition to the Region package or not.  Order form should be completely filled out including current home address .   NO ORDER FORM = NO PICTURES.   
 
Region package includes: 1 Memory Mate, a button, and 4-wallets.  If making an additional purchase, checks should be made out to Ultimate Exposures.
     
Region 638 Zero Tolerance Policy

In the past years, Region 638 has witnessed incidents where coaches &/or spectators questioned the calls of referees requiring referees to stop matches to deal with the situation. There have also unfortunately been incidents once a game has ended when coaches &/or spectators confront referees or other volunteers over decisions made during the game. These incidents prompt me to remind everyone that Region 638 has a long standing, zero tolerance policy prohibiting such behavior.

Our zero tolerance policy applies to all Referees and AYSO volunteers and will be enforced as follows:
  1. If a coach or spectator questions the call of a referee, the referee may stop the match, retrieve the game ball, and invite the coach onto the field for a conversation.
  2. During this conversation the coach may be told 3 things:
    • The purpose of the conversation is not to debate a call but to inform the coach that the behavior of the coach/spectator is unacceptable.
    • The coach has 2 choices. He/she can go back to their coaching area and coach per AYSO philosophies or the coach/spectator can leave the playing facility.
    • The coach/spectator will be sent off if the referee has to speak to them again during the match.
  3. If the referee is a youth referee, the youth referee may stop the match, retrieve the game ball, and find a board member to deal with the situation as described above.
  4. Any coach/spectator who is heard verbally abusing a referee will automatically be sent off by the referee (if an adult) or a board member (in the case of a youth referee). Verbal abuse includes foul and abusive language and comments with racial or sexual overtones.
  5. If the unacceptable behavior of the coach/spectator occurs after the game has ended it will still be reported by the referee and will be considered as a send off.
  6. Referees will report any occurrences where a coach/spectator is sent off and there will be an investigation to determine the subsequent penalty. The penalties are at the discretion of the Region and may include suspension from future games.
  7. The Region also reserves the right to investigate instances when abuse of a referee or volunteer is not reported by the referee or volunteer but is subsequently brought to our attention. The penalties are at the discretion of the Region and may include suspension from future games.

 

Safety Tip of the Week  

 

Ever wonder WHY you have to take jewelry off before playing soccer??  Maybe this excerpt from a sports magazine will help!


Before you play soccer, you need to make certain that you are not wearing miscellaneous accessories such as earrings, anklets and other pieces of jewelry that could be broken or cause harm. Earrings in particular are prone to being torn from earlobes when contact is made with a soccer ball.  In extreme cases, earrings have been jammed into the base of the skull or into an artery in the neck.   By removing these pieces of jewelry and other items of this nature, you can help prevent injuries to yourself or others.   If you are considering getting piercings and you play soccer, you may want to consider planning to have your piercings done when the soccer season is over.


Excerpt from TopEndSports - the sports science resource   

 

In the end, you do have a choice if the coach or referee asks you to remove the jewelry that you are wearing, you can remove it and play in the game or leave it on and watch!

 
SAFETY REMINDER
U10 COACHES AND SPECTATORS - FIELDS 2 and 3 
 
We need your helping keeping things SAFE for our
PLAYERS and ASSISTANT REFEREES.
 
On Lower Joe Walker, we have re-positioned Fields 2 and 3 this season to create space enough for easy-ups between the two fields but still need the cooperation of all spectators to please always sit to the left of their center-line.  Following this simple request will allow the spectators on both fields to be the required 3 yards from the touchline, the assistant referee will not be in danger of tripping over a spectator AND your spectators will not have the assistant referee constantly running right in front of them.
Marie Kerr Park Parking
 
This season there are several events being held at Marie Kerr Park that may affect parking.  Please take note of the dates below and allow additional time to find parking.  On some occasions the parking lot adjacent to Marie Kerr East may be closed.

September 17th: GraceFest, 1pm-10pm
October 8th: Kaleidoscope Festival, 10am-6pm 
NO SMOKING ALLOWED
   

No Smoking Sign

 

QH AYSO is a Kids Zone which, among other things, means we have a strict no smoking policy, including e-cigarettes.  Please refrain from smoking at any field or area that is utilized by QH AYSO  - this includes the perimeter of the parking lots where children may be walking by.  If a child can see you, you are in a location where you are not allowed to smoke.

 

 

Thank you for your cooperation!
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TRASH, TRASH, TRASH!

 

Each week as the games come to an end, our fields and the surrounding areas are littered with TRASH!  We need to show respect for ourselves and our community and not leave our trash behind!   Before you leave to go home and enjoy the rest of your weekend, please make sure that our fields, the parking lot, and the roads where we park are clean!  If you are the last game of the day please make sure to pick up any trash still remaining and also return any AYSO trash cans to the snack bar area or pick up location for your field.

Together we can keep our fields and our community clean!
 
 

No Cleats

 
NO CLEATS
on the
JOE WALKER  OR
 GREGG ANDERSON TRACKS!!!

To all Parents, Coaches, and Players:

Please do not run on these tracks while wearing cleats!  This can cause severe and costly damage to the track which QH AYSO will be responsible for repairing.

 

Thanks for your cooperation!
NO PETS ALLOWED!!! 

No Pets

  

As in previous years, Quartz Hill AYSO will continue this season to observe the No Pets Allowed policy.  Pets are not allowed at any practices or games at any field anytime, with the exception of service animals.  This rule is for the safety of our children, families, and pets.  In addition, animals on school property puts our permit with the school district at risk.  If we lose the use of Joe Walker, Gregg Anderson, and Esperanza, our program would be greatly compromised.  Please make sure to let anyone know who is coming to support your player of our policy.  Anyone with a pet will be asked to leave the field and the game will be stopped until they have complied. 

 

 

If you have any questions regarding this policy, please contact our Safety Director, Scott Jones at 661-361-8863.

 
Thank you for your cooperation.
 
IMPORTANT DATES
 

Sept. 10th ~ Games Begin!!!
 
Sept. 17th ~ Tournament Coach Apps Due
 
Sept. 18th ~ Picture Day

Sept. 25th ~ Referee Class at LNSC, 8am-5pm
(visit www.qhayso.org and click on the Ref tab for information)

Oct. 1st ~ Make-Up Picture Day
 
Oct. 8th ~ All-Star Nominations Due

Oct. 22nd ~ All-Star Coach Apps Due
 
Oct. 23rd/Oct. 30th ~ U16/U19 Area Play-offs    
 
Nov. 7th~ U10 Boys All Star Meeting
 
Nov. 8th ~ U10 Girls All Star Meeting

Nov. 9th ~ U12 All Star Meeting

Nov. 10th ~ U14 All Star Meeting

Nov.  12th ~ Last Day of Regular Season
 
Nov. 13th ~ Tie-Breaker Games, if necessary

Nov. 19tht-20th ~ Regional Play-Offs

Dec. 3rd/4th ~ Regional Play-Offs (Rain Date)

Dec. 6th ~ Award Ceremony for U10

Dec. 7th ~ Award Ceremony for U12 & VIP
  
Dec. 8th ~ Award Ceremony for U14
 
Dates are subject to change.
Check our website out on a regular basis for the most up-to-date information.
 

 

Lost and Found
Looking for a lost ball, gym bag, or even a set of keys?  Come by the Snack Bar at JW/LP and take
a peek at our Lost and Found - your lost item might just be in there!  Any unclaimed items will be donated to a worthy charity at the end of the season!



  Sponsors
 
 
Quartz Hill AYSO would like to thank our Sponsors for the 2016 Season!   The donations from our sponsors allow Quartz Hill AYSO to provide soccer scholarships and help to keep our registration fees affordable so that everyone can play. It is clear that without the generous support of businesses and individuals, Quartz Hill AYSO Region 638 could not continue to offer our children such a well-rounded soccer program at such an affordable price.  We thank our wonderful sponsors for their support and ask our players and their families to support these sponsors whenever possible in return!
  
  
AndreaShepherd.com

AV Van and Storage

Bourdon Construction

Cinemark 22

Clear Choice Pool Service

Cruz Concrete

Fourr Alden CPA's

George C. Perdikis, M.D.

Golden Dental

Heather Desdamona LulaRoe

Jack Fry Travel

Jamberry


Keller Williams - Michael Jackson

Maritorena Farms

Mary Kay by Amanda Hansen


Monster Fitness

Pearce Services

Rancho La Jimhera

RyanGarza.com


Sato Sushi

Select Service Realty

Thuerer Orthodontics

Todd Main State Farm

Walker Martin Properties

West Point Physical Therapy

 
Special thanks to:

For weekly donation of ice!

 
   
And a very special thanks to Dallas and Kim Russell of Wienerschnitzel:

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For weekly donations of ice and hot dogs 
plus the donation of an entire pallet of water !!


S ponsorships are still available!  Sponsor a team for only $275 and be featured in our Sponsor Directory that will be emailed out in early October to the entire QH AYSO community along with other advertising perks!

Check our website for more information or contact our Sponsorship Director, Yvette Zilahy,
at  jyzilahy@gmail.com or 661-754-3351.
  
 

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