Weekly Newsletter - August 27, 2020 |
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NYSWYSA 2020 Fall League - Accepting Applications |
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Based on survey feedback and continued COVID-19 requirements, we are offering a revised Fall League for the upcoming season. The league is open to ages U09 - U18, and will be a self-schedule league (Dates/ Times/ Location) held from September 15 - November 1.
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Travel Restrictions: Updated 8/24/2020
- Tournaments of multiple games, matches, or scrimmages that require travel outside of your (COVID) region or beyond counties that border the one you are in (irrespective of region) are prohibited.
- Individual games or league play: No restrictions on a single match in a single day that does not require an overnight stay. This now includes out of state travel. However teams that travel out of state will need to quarantine after travelling to those states listed as quarantine states.
- Teams from outside of NY State are still not permitted to travel into NY State at this time.
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National Showcase Series Registration Deadline - Friday, August 28th
We want to take a moment to remind you that the registration period is currently open for the 2020-21 USYS National League Showcase Series and National League Playoffs. Please note that applications will be accepted through Aug. 28, 2020.
All teams in the Premier I Division and Club vs. Club Division (where applicable) of each National League Conference are required to attend at least one showcase during the 2020-21 season. The Showcase Series will feature all 14U-19U* teams in the top divisions of the Conferences and provide opportunities for cross-Conference play and added exposure to scouts.
Teams that accepted a spot in the 2020-21 National League Playoffs must also fill out a registration form for its previously determined event.
Here are some helpful resources to assist you with registration...
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US Soccer Official App
THE EASIEST WAY TO FOLLOW THE USMNT AND USWNT!
Immediate notification of match announcements. Easy access to tv information. Rosters and lineups at your fingertips. The Official U.S. Soccer App is the easiest way to follow the USWNT and USMNT.
In addition to schedule notifications, roster announcements, and player information, version 2.0 now brings U.S. Soccer content into one, easy-to-access hub so that you never miss match highlights, interviews, or behind-the-scenes content. We're also giving all U.S. Soccer fans the ability to vote for the Insiders' Player of the Match, exclusively in the app on matchdays!
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Club Insurance and Board Liability Webinar -
Wednesday, September 2 at 7:30pm
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NYSW, in conjunction with Dan Pullen from K&K Insurance Group, will be hosting an informational webinar and Q&A session for our member clubs. The webinar will be held at 7:30pm on Wednesday, September 2.
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NYSWYSA Open Board Position - Treasurer |
If you are looking to give back to the community and fit the attached requirements, this might be the opportunity for you. This is a volunteer role, averaging 8-10 hours per month.
Come be part of a dynamic board helping to shape youth sports in our State!
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Twitter - Help us get to 6000 followers! |
Click Below to follow us on Twitter for more informational links, updates on upcoming events, courses, programs, etc. |
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2020 - 2021 ODP Tryouts Announced |
Are you looking for an opportunity to play with and against some of the best players in your area and around the state? Are you looking for a good way to supplement the training that you are getting with your local club team? Are you looking to develop your game through exposure to high level coaching and in a competitive environment? If so, then the NYW Olympic Development Program is something you will want to be a part of.
Online registration will open on August 30, 2020
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Coaching Education Coming Soon! |
Upcoming coaching courses are being finalized. Following are potential dates being confirmed in Rochester.
- D License - September 18-20 (Weekend 1) and November 6-8 (Weekend 2)
- Grassroots 9v9 and 11v11 - September 9 or 16
Contact Scott Craig, Director of Coaching Education, via email at scraig@nyswysa.org with any questions. |
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2020 NYW Academy Registration Open |
Are you a soccer player born in 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010 or 2011? Are you committed to becoming better at the sport you love to play? Do you want the opportunity to play with and against other good players your age? Do you want to learn more about the Olympic Development Program (ODP)? If you answered yes to any of the following questions then the 2020 NYW Academy is just what you’re looking for. On the heels of the COVID-19 induced period of inactivity, there’s no better way to get your game back up to speed than by attending the NYW Academy.
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2020 - 2021 Seasonal Registration Open |
NYSW Player registration for the 2020 - 2021 season is now open. The seasonal year runs from September 1, 2020 - August 31, 2021.
NYSW will support registered players born in 2001 (20U) as per the USYS Birth Year Modification for the upcoming season. Make sure to confirm the correct Date of Birth for all players upon registration.
All players must be registered by their club in RosterPro prior to any practices or team events to ensure medical insurance and liability coverage.
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Parent / Athlete Resources |
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Exclusive Shop Event - Coming Soon! |
NYSWYSA will be offering an exclusive shopping event with Dick's Sporting Goods on September 11 - 14, 2020. Get ready for the upcoming soccer season with 20% off your entire purchase. The coupon will be shared in September. |
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Minor Athlete and Parent SafeSport Training |
Policy 212-3 requires members to offer SafeSport training to youth participants. The U.S. Center for SafeSport offers this training free of charge to anyone.
This training is available without creating an account or going through the NGB Portal, and you can offer this training to your players and parents, but note that parental consent is required for any minor athlete to complete the training.
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Teaching the Mental Side of Youth Soccer |
Even though U.S. Soccer has designated the psychological component as the 4th pillar of player development, it is the one that is the most difficult for coaches to develop and the pillar that has the fewest resources for coaches and players.
And yet, that psychological component might be the most important pillar of development, especially for players hoping to compete at an elite level.
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New York State West Youth Soccer Association | 1200C Scottsville Rd. Rochester, NY 14624
607-962-9923 | office@nyswysa.org
The New York State West Youth Soccer Association (NYSWYSA) is the parent organization for over two hundred and fifty affiliated clubs and leagues in Western New York State. NYSWYSA is affiliated with US Youth Soccer, the United States Soccer Federation (USSF), and the Federation de International Football Association (FIFA).
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