Weekly Newsletter - April 15, 2021 |
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NYS Current Status - Current as of 4/15/2021
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In State -
- No restrictions
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Out of State - If you choose to travel, keep in mind that the New York COVID-19 Travel Advisory must be followed, as well as that of the State or States you are travelling to.
- The travel guidelines require all New Yorkers as well as those visiting from out of state, to take personal responsibility for compliance in the best interest of public health and safety.
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If teams wish to travel out of state they must fill out the Online Traveler Health Form but are not required to quarantine.
- Teams from other states may practice or play in NYS.
An updated COVID-19 Hold Harmless Waiver has been developed for use. If you had the form signed previously, you do not need to re-sign. This is for use moving forward.
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NYSW State Cup - Blind Draw this Sunday at 6:00pm |
With more than 140 teams registered, we look forward to a successful tournament. The complete list of registered teams can be found here.
This year's blind draw will be held virtually on Sunday, April 18th at 6:00pm.
The dates and format for the 2021 NYSW State Cup have been finalized. The playdown weekends will be May 1-2, 8-9 and 15-16 with the semi-finals and finals being held in Rochester, NY on May 22-23.
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Congratulations to RiverFlow Soccer Club! |
RiverFlow Soccer Club in Rochester, NY was named the recipient of a community grant by Dick's Sporting Goods. The award was presented by Abby Wambach at the grand opening of the new Dick's House of Sport at Eastview Mall in Victor, NY on April 12th. |
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Coaching Education - National D-License Course Available |
A National D-License blended course in Buffalo/ Rochester is being added. The course will consist of a weekly training via Zoom beginning on April 25th and conclude with an on-field coaching/ observation session on July 11th. The in-person location will be finalized based on the locations of registered candidates.
Any club interested in holding an in-person Grassroots or D-License course, please contact Scott Craig at scraig@nyswysa.org or 607-427-8563.
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LAST CALL!
#WNY vs #ENY FIFA21 ECUP CHALLENGE
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Come and join our next FIFA21 tournament. This fun event is FREE and open to anyone interested.
Date: April 17, 2021
Time: 5:00pm EST
Ages: 8 - 18 years old
Don't Miss Out!
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New York West Olympic Development Programs Prepares for its First Competitive Event of the 2021 Season. |
NYW ODP players will participate in their first event of the outdoor season on Sunday, April 25th in the Albany area. NYW will play in the inaugural Eastern New York (ENY) ODP Sub-Regional against the ODP teams from ENY-South and ENY-North. The player identification process is under way for selection to the ODP State Team, ODP East Region Pool/Team and the ODP National Pool/Team. The ENY Sub Regional which will take place at Afrim’s Sports Park (Colonie, NY) for the ’03-’08 girls and boys and at Afrim’s Sports Dome (Latham, NY) for the ’09 girls and boys. Following this event, NYW ODP players will continue to train throughout the month of May in preparation for the ODP Tournament where they will face off against ODP state teams from around the northeast. This year’s ODP Tournament will be held on June 4-6th in Kirkwood, DE for the ‘03 – ‘08 girls and boys and in Pittsville, MD for the ‘09 girls and boys. Good Luck NYW ODP!
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2020-2021 Seasonal Registration Open |
Now is the time start registering your players who are participating in spring and summer leagues!
The only way to ensure that club players, team staff and club officials, are covered for medical insurance and liability coverage is by making sure they are all listed in RosterPro as part of your organization.
Completing registration within the club website does not ensure coverage for players. They must be registered with NYSW as well.
Questions about insurance coverage? The webinar recording and slides from our presentation in September can be found here.
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US Youth Soccer introduces National League P.R.O. |
US Youth Soccer is excited to announce National League P.R.O., a new high- level national competition platform, which will feature the top 14U-19U Boys and Girls teams in the USYS National League competing for the opportunity to advance to the annual USYS National Championships.
National League P.R.O. features an emphasis on the Player, Recruitment and Opportunity. The competition builds on the highly successful traditional format of the National League — providing an optimal environment for player development, exposure to college coaches and opportunities for advancement to the National Championships.
Additional Details can be found below:
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PLAY ON RECOMMENDATION GUIDES
The U.S. Soccer PLAY ON initiative has been launched with a comprehensive model to allow soccer to operate under key safety plans and considerations. These guides include a detailed approach to social distancing, screening, training, and interactions to ensure consistent and best practices are followed to promote the health and safety of all participants and fans.
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Coach / Parent / Athlete Resources |
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YouthSoccer 101 - Free Tools for Coaches |
With YouthSoccer101, coaches receive one practice plan per week via email for the entire season. Coaches cannot jump ahead in the sessions, which helps keep age groups on the same path of development throughout the season. Every practice plan includes activities that are supported by animation or video to ensure that the coaches understand them. Coaches also receive a link for "backyard activities" to share with their players. Those activities coincide with the weekly plans, and players can use them to practice at home.
"Youthsoccer101 has been helping coaches across the country for over 10 years,” said Tyler Isaacson, CEO of YouthSoccer101. “It is a real privilege to be included as one of the many tools New York West Youth Soccer has to offer their members.
When the activities and practices from YouthSoccer101 are used within the context of US Soccer’s Grassroots Play-Practice-Play methodology, they help in providing players, parents and coaches with a learning experience that is realistic to the game and rooted in fun and enjoyment. To access this FREE service compliments of New York West Youth Soccer Association
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Exclusive Shop Event - Coming Soon! |
NYSWYSA will be offering an exclusive shopping event with Dick's Sporting Goods on April 30 - May 3, 2021. Get ready for the upcoming soccer season with 20% off your entire purchase. The coupon will be shared in the coming weeks. |
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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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New York State West Youth Soccer Association | PO Box 1247, Corning, NY 14830
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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