1. Coaches Meeting U13 plus age group

2. Agenda  Welcome and Thanks  Equipment needs  Back ground checks  Player safety  Coaching Calendar  Team selection- Did it work?  The Team meeting  Practice expectations and discipline- difference between travel and recreational  Clubs Calendar  Playing time  Topics  Goals and objectives  Teams Formation  Master coach program new direction  Technical coach

3. Classroom November 2 nd Coaches meetingU9-U10 Coaches6-45-7-45pm Dry Craft Room CCC U11/12 Coaches7-50-8-45pm U13 plus coaches8- 50 -10pm November 9 th Methods of coachingAll coaches6-45-9-30pm Community Room CCC On Field Mon November 15 th Session planningU12 plus coaches6:00pm 7:00pm Tonka Dome U9-U11 coaches8:00pm-9:00pm Mon November 22 nd Dribbling for a purposeU12 plus coaches6:30pm-7:30pm Tonka Dome DribblingU9-U11 coaches8:30pm-9:30pm Thurs December 2 nd Incorporating Goalkeeping U12 plus coaches6:00pm 7:00pm Tonka Dome U9-U11 coaches8:00pm-9:00pm Thurs December 9 th Functional Training U12 plus coaches6:00pm 7:00pm Tonka Dome U9-U11 coaches8:00pm-9:00pm Coaching Calendar Classroom Thurs March 10 th Game AnalysisAll coaches6:00pm 8:00pm CCC Thurs March 17 th Coaches ChoiceU9-U11 coaches6:30pm-7:30pm TBD U12 plus coaches7:30-8:30pm Friday March 25 th Understanding the Formation U9-U10 coaches6:00pm 7:15pm CCC U11/12 coaches7:15pm-8:30pm U13 plus coaches8:30pm-9:45pm March /April Coaches Evaluations All Coaches

4. So how do we get there? U9 and U10 teams mirror our U11 goal. Two top teams and two lower teams at U11 sets up for teams at all three levels (C1/C2/C3) at U12 U9 and U10 team formation will start us down this road.

5. What are the problems we encounter with the new direction? We were not as dominant at the U9-U11 age groups At U11 We lost 3 players who were not interested in creating a strong age group as they couldn’t see past their own child’s winning record At U11 Our classic 3 teams struggled as more stronger players were pulled up to the top level We were overly strong at the U12 age group at two levels We had more teams playing classic 3 than we needed at U12 At U12 we lost 2 players who were searching for that quick classic 1 placement

6. What worked ? We developed a solid group of 20 players at U9-U11 At U13 we have a stepping stone and it is attainable with more opportunities for all players We did all of this with 99.5% non recruited players Although rostered at a level that was too low for the team the coaches entered the team into tournaments at a higher level The top team at each age level was put under pressure not just to contain the best players but to be the better team and outplay rather than out run, out muscle or even outscore the opponents This next year we are restructuring the master coach program and adding a Technical Coach to spend more time with players on the basic things As we have improved the top, stabilized the middle our job over the next year is to push the lower half harder

7. GOAL: Opportunities at all levels at U13 C1C2C3 2009 2010 r 2011 C1C2C3 2009 2010 2011 U13 Boys were relegated after a difficult fall season

8. Players develop by 1. Practice Environment 2. Game Environment 3. Players Drive/interest attainable goals 4. Parent Support 5. Parent Education * To be improved this year Our new system has added more to #3

9. Team Meeting We need to make sure that all teams follow the same procedure to develop consistency within the club. The team meeting is not only the best chance to hand out all the information on schedules and team guidelines but it a good opportunity to begin team building. That is why it is of high importance that at least one parent is in attendance with the player 1)Introduction-players coaches and parents 2)Team needs- Do we still need players/ assistant coaches /team manager 3)The Clubs Schedule 4)Team goals and objectives 5)Referee Test defining the parents role 6)PACT Training April 11 th coach April 18 th Parents 7)Team formation 8)The role of the top team within the age group 9)Team rules and goals (coach and players) What do you want to achieve this season What should happen if a player doesn’t call and misses practice What should happen if a player doesn’t work hard in practice What do you want from your team mates this season What do you want from the coaches this season What do you want from the parents this season 10)Club needs- The club is a non profit volunteer organization and needs help 11)Tournament availability 12)Team Schedule Jan- August Practice nights plus one other day 13) Play up opportunities 14) Team/Goalkeeper training 15) Tryouts

10. Coaches Expectations I the coach expect the following from the team All players work hard in practice All players notify me of any absence All players are responsible for their own soccer equipment That each player arrives up at least 30 minutes prior to games That the players arrive at least 5 minutes early for practice That all players and parents never question a referee’s decision That if there is a problem on playing time, team issues or anything else that I am approached

11. Goals and Objectives 1.To improve the players ability when in possession of the ball 2.To improve the players effectiveness without the ball 3.To improve the players of roles within the game 4.To improve each players awareness in a specific position/Zone or side of the field 5.To improve the players understanding of the clubs formation and how the team shape works 6.To Improve the ability to play through the team shape 7.To improve the teams comfort in playing around the back including back to the goalkeeper 8.To improve the teams ability to change the point of attack (switching fields) 9.To improve the teams recognition of the oppositions formation 10.To improve the teams ability to recognize opponents style of play/ strength’s and weaknesses 11.To improve or maintain positive attributes in each player in terms of responsibility, respect, team work and commitment by the rules you set and maintain 12.To empower the players on your team through your training to make decisions and learn from their success and from their failures 13.To help the parents and players see development through performance over results

12. Team Management Player Cards Signed/Laminated Medical Forms Signed Player/Parent Conduct Forms Game Reporting Reported to MYSA (U11+ Only) Rescheduling Games Communications All games and practices on web page/ emails out to the team Tournament #1Tournament #2 Ice/BagsMedical Kit Districts/ State (U11+ Only) Game Balls/Flags Doesn’t apply to U9/10

13. Forms to be completed Back ground check Medical Form Coach Code of Conduct *updated Player code of conduct Parent code of conduct Our priorities are 1.To make sure the coaches are right for your kids 2.To make sure the kids will be safe 3.To make sure they have the best experience possible

14. Points Scale 0-4 correct – This group can never question any decision made by the referee 4-7 correct – This group has the ability to offer help on most basic of referee things 7-9 correct- This group has the ability to aid the referee’s development at the appropriate time 10 Correct – You are now the teams referee mentor and cover if we don’t get any officials Congratulations! 1.What is a direct Free kick 2.What is the signal for a direct free kick? 3.What is an indirect Free kick 4.What is the signal for an indirect Free kick 5.What is unique about U9/10 when it comes to Free kicks 6.What is advantage 7.What is the signal for advantage? 8.When does Handball occur? 9.What is the signal for Handball? 10.When are the two times that the ball is out of play? 11.What is the yardage distance for this level of play? 12.At what age and when can a player be offside? 13.What side must the ball be placed on for a goal kick? 9.On a goal kick what must happen for the ball to be in play- 10.Your child has been knocked to the ground by an opponent. The referee witnessed the incident but didn't give a foul. Why? 11.When can the goalkeeper not pick the ball up ? 14.At what point do you as the coach approach the referee? 15.As the coach who are you responsible for? 11) The ball is in play. An attacking player makes a short pass that hits you and rebounds to a defending player. You should: A)allow play to continue. B) stop play. Restart the game with a dropped ball. B)As a coach how can you help the referee program?

15. Winter Training for C3 Individuals November/December 2010 (2011 season) DateDayStartStopFacility 11/12/10Fri8:30:00 PM9:30:00 PMTonka Dome 11/15/10Mon7:00:00 PM8:00:00 PMTonka Dome 11/16/10Tues6:00:00 PM7:00:00 PMTonka Dome 11/20/10Sat11:00:00 AM12:00:00 PMEP Dome 11/22/10Mon7:30:00 PM8:30:00 PMTonka Dome 11/23/10Tues6:00:00 PM7:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/2/10Thu7:00:00 PM8:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/9/10Thu7:00:00 PM8:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/10/10Fri7:30:00 PM8:30:00 PMTonka Dome 12/16/10Thu7:00:00 PM8:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/18/10Sat11:00:00 AM12:00:00 PMEP Dome DateDayStartStopFacility 11/6/10Sat11:00:00 AM12:00:00 PMEP Dome 11/12/10Fri7:30:00 PM8:30:00 PMTonka Dome 11/13/10Sat11:00:00 AM12:00:00 PMEP Dome 11/15/10Mon8:00:00 PM9:00:00 PMTonka Dome 11/18/10Thu8:00:00 PM9:00:00 PMTonka Dome 11/22/10Mon8:30:00 PM9:30:00 PMTonka Dome 12/2/10Thu8:00:00 PM9:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/4/10Sat11:00:00 AM12:00:00 PMEP Dome 12/9/10Thu8:00:00 PM9:00:00 PMTonka Dome 12/10/10Fri7:30:00 PM8:30:00 PMTonka Dome 12/16/10Thu8:00:00 PM9:00:00 PMTonka Dome U15 plus U11-U14

16. 2011 Individual Winter Training Futsal Saturdays January 8 th 15 th 22 nd 29 th February 5 th 12 th 19 th Space is limited Cost $90 Before Dec 16th

17. IT ’ s Back! Think you have what it takes? Well Grab some teammates and try your luck in 2011 CC United ’ s Futsal League. WHERE: Victoria Field House WHEN: Saturdays January 8 th 15 th 22 nd 29 th February 5 th 12 th 19 th Games played between 11AM – 8PM COST: “Early Bird” Discount: Register by December 16 and pay $100 per team. Fee after December 16: $150 Registration info to follow

18. 2011 Playing Nights Age/DivisionGirlsBoys U9T-ThM-W U10M-WT-Th U11 Classic 2M-WT-Th U11 Classic 3T-ThM-W U12 Classic 1M-WT-Th U12 Classic 2T-ThM-W U12 Classic 3M-WT-Th U13 Classic 1T-ThM-W U13 Classic 2M-WT-Th U13 Classic 3T-ThM-W U14 Classic 1M-WT-Th U14 Classic 2T-ThM-W U14 Classic 3M-WT-Th U15 Classic 2M-WT-Th U15 Classic 3T-ThM-W U16 Classic 1M-WT-Th U16 Classic 2T-ThM-W U16 Classic 3M-WT-Th U17 Classic 1T-ThM-W U17 Classic 2M-WT-Th Age/DivisionGirlsBoys Season starts May 2nd

19. * Basic Goalkeeping November 6, 13, 20 December 4, 11, 18 10:00am-11:00am Eden Prairie Dome *Advanced Goalkeeping I November 6, 13, 20 December 4, 11, 18 11:00am-12:00am Eden Prairie Dome *Denotes Additional Charge Summer 2011 April 30 th May 7 th 14 th 21 st June 4 th 11 th 18 th 25 th Goalkeeper tournament July 9th 16 th Chaska Middle School Goalkeeper tournament April 30 th &July 16 th Basic: 5pm-6pm Advanced: 6pm-7:30pm All U9-U12 Goalkeepers start at basic and will move up based on recommendation of the coaching staff - Please bring long pants, long sleeve shirt, goalie gloves, water and inflated soccer ball. - Any cancellations will be made by the Director of Coaching. - All summer sessions are inclusive of registration cost for CC United players. *GK’s are strongly encouraged to attend all sessions as training will follow progressive phases. Please email Jonathan Tudor, Director of Coaching at jonathantudor@comcast.net to reserve a place

20. U12-U18 Summer 2011 Age Group Training Schedule June 13-15 th, 2011 Bandimere Fields June13June 14June 15 8:00am- 9:15amU15 GirlsU17/18 GirlsU16+ Girls 9:30 am – 10:45 amU16+ BoysU12 Girls 11:00am- 12:15pmU13 GirlsU13 Boys 1:00 pm – 2:15 pmU15 BoysU12 Boys 2:30pm-3:45pmU14 GirlsU14 Boys

21. Playing Time Playing time in the competitive program is earned not guaranteed. If a player attends practices and demonstrates a high work rate then that player is entitled to play. If a player cant make practice it is their responsibility to let the coach know. CC United coaches do not look to develop a strong line up to win games. They will strive to develop the team and the committed players within to be as competitive as possible We will strive to win not to win at all costs

22. Introduction Beginning the winter program 2010 CC United coaches will be given goals and objectives for their teams. The coaches’ objectives are not only to ensure that each player receives the correct amount of age appropriate technical training but it will also serve as a form of self evaluation for each of the players. The objectives will be achieved by following the age group calendar. The calendar ensures that all U13+ players are exposed to the correct amount of technical tactical and functional skills training to complete their development. The coach will set progressive objectives as players improve through appropriate technical/ tactical ability levels. The coaches must understand that basic technical and tactical skills training are the base for a successful team. Time will be spent coaching positive techniques stressing the importance of maintaining possession successfully or creating and converting scoring opportunities Also being introduced will be function training; Players will be exposed to the correct ratio of functional practices and small sided games. Small sided games (3v3, 4v4) will be utilized to develop technique through repetition in game contact and functional practices, 8v8 or coaching a back four, will be utilized to develop the players understanding of technique in relation to the game. Functional training is the why where and how of the game through phases of play January through April will be organized so that as the season begins each player will have received sessions in a high repetition of techniques (passing/dribbling/receiving). Up to the start of the season April May we will continue focusing on techniques, but introduce the game through small sided games 3v3, 4v4 leading into functional training to improve team understanding and game weaknesses. This will both challenge the player’s individual ability and also improve their knowledge of team play within the game. At U13+ 11v11, time will be spent working on defending and attacking through functional practice. The coach must strive to help improve the player’s ability to win possession through correct tactics, i.e. distance to the ball speed of approach and patience. Coaches will stress the importance of shape and positional awareness (where you are on the field and who you cover on the field. Functional training incorporates midfielders, forwards and defenders in groups

23. Development Topics February- May Individual Technical Training Ball familiarization Dribbling for possession Dribbling for speed Dribbling to beat a player Receiving Receiving in the Air Passing- Long and short Shooting and Finishing Defending Combination play April – May Functional Team Training Playing out of the back Playing into the strikers Attacking Corners and Free kicks Defensive team shape Defensive and midfield team shape Total team shape Changing the point of attack- Switching fields Zonal Defending High Pressure defending Defending corners and free kicks Speed of play May- August Combination sessions Technical Training maintenance Passing and Dribbling Passing and Receiving Dribbling and Shooting Crossing and Finishing Receiving and Turning

24. Formation 4-4-2 Why this formation? CF RD LM CM RM LD CD GK CD CM CF

25. 2012 Tryouts August 1 st -5 th, 2011 Time Monday August 1 st Tuesday August 2 nd Wednesday August 3 rd Thursday August 4 th Friday August 5 th Saturday August 6 th 8:00 am – 9:30 am U8-U10 (Session I) Skills Testing U10 Girls Session II U11 Boys Session I U11 Boys Session II U15 Boys Session II Rainout 9:30 am – 11:00 am U15 Girls Session I U8-U9 Girls Session II U14 Girls Session I U11 Girls Sessions II U16 GirlsRainout 11:00 am – 12:30 pm U14 Boys Session I U8-U9 Boys Session II U13 Boys Session I U12 Boys Sessions II U17-U19 Girls Rainout 1:30 pm – 3:00 pm U13 Girls Session I U10 Boys Session II U12 Girls Session II U14 Girls Session II U16-U18 Boys Rainout 3:00 pm – 4:30 pm U12 Girls Session I U15 Boys Session I U13 Girls Session II U13 Boys Session II Rainout 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm U12 Boys Session I U11 Girls Session I U14 Boys Session II U15 Girls Session II Rainout Time Monday August1st Time Tuesday August 2 nd 8:00 am – 9:30 amU11-U12 Boys8:00 am – 9:30 amU11-U12 Girls 9:30 am – 11:00 amU13-U14 Boys9:30 am – 11:00 amU13-U14 Girls 11:00 am – 12:30 pmU15+ Boys11:00 am – 12:30 pmU15+ Girls Goalkeeper Evaluations Field Evaluations

26. Evaluation Procedure Attendance Sheet - Begins 1 st Team Practice Mid Season Evaluation - May 22 nd End of Season Evaluation - August 1 st Game Evaluation 1 - August Tryouts Game Evaluation 2 - August Tryouts The purpose of the evaluation procedure is to calculate the level of play that is appropriate for each player’s needs. Their needs are based on their physical and technical abilities and their effectiveness at their current teams level Goalkeepers will only be rostered on the lowest team when we have limited players for this specialist position Available levels U9/10 Maroon / Gold U11 Classic 2/3 U12/13 Classic 1/2/3 U14+ Premier Classic 1/2/3

27. Is My Child Improving? Coaches now have Goals and objectives to achieve with their teams Juggling Club Skills testing Mid season Evaluation Talk to the coach

28. 2010 problems Practice Fields Play ups Still over coaching from the sidelines Not enough practices Parents are uneducated Unused Master coaches

29. To the parents of the U14 Girls team This past week in our two practices we worked on passing back to the goalkeeper and long distance passing. One major weakness that they can work on by themselves is being able to hit long passes with both feet. The only cure for an inability to do so is repetition For our long distance passing we worked on the position of the non kicking foot and the striking area of the ball. Most of the girls were able to pass the ball across the width of the field. This is something they can strive to complete by the end of the season with both feet. Please try to recognize the difference between a long distance pass and a boot up the field. A pass is purposeful and to someone’s feet or to a specific space that they can run onto The reason we pass back to the goalkeeper is to eliminate pressure from an opponent that plays constant long passes or boot ball. Most teams we play against just kick the ball out in panic or try to turn. Turning in this situation is risky as the player on the ball cannot see the field and booting it out gives the ball to the other team closer to our goal. We want our kids to be comfortable in this high pressure environment. The problem on receiving the pass is that the goalkeeper cannot use her hands so we then need our supporting players to get wide and get ready to receive the ball. If we are successful we will eliminate teams that only play direct and we also draw the opponents closer to our goal creating more space closer to theirs. This style may create mistakes that are costly so please be ready to support the player who attempts this as the rewards far outweigh the risks. Between now and the next game try to watch a game of soccer with your daughter and see how the professional teams use their goalkeeper In our next game if our players make a long pass or show body language to pass back to the goalkeeper then they have been successful Jonathan Tudor Director of Coaching CC United Soccer Club Jonathantudor@comcast.net 612 889 0668 www.ccunitedsoccer.com To the parents of the U17 boys team For our last practice we worked on playing low pressure defending Low pressure uses high numbers to eliminate high skill. The object is to have an imaginary line on the field and when the opponents cross that line with a pass or a dribble we pressure the ball. Up until that point our forward players look to channel (Guide) the opponents to one side of the field. The remainder of our players will be getting compact and ready to attack the ball as soon as it passes our line. On winning the ball we may look to counter by passing the ball as quickly as possible to one of our forwards who are closest to goal. If you see an uneducated parent on our sideline and they are not aware of this email it will seem to them like our back line are not interested as they are waiting for the ball to come into the pressurizing zone Please help them The team we are playing are much stronger than we are and on our last encounter beat us 8-0 and are the former state champions. if we are able to keep the game competitive we have been successful Jonathan Tudor Parent Education

30. U13+ Game Objectives

31. Game Objectives Introduction When teams play, the players, coaches and parents all walk away with one thing in common knowledge. The result and how it happened. Who scored the goals, what the referee did and what other outside factors were in play to affect the score of the game. They focus on how their child played and praise their performance without understanding the requirements are in any one position on the field. Starting 2008 the coaches and players at CC United will look to achieve certain objectives in each game. The Objectives will not only aid their team performance but will also look to give players a better understanding on how the team works and how to play their position. This will also put more pressure on the coach, who must devise a practice during the week to work on the game objective. For many years the coach has always taken the team away from the parents leaving them unaware on what has been worked on or the development process the players go through. Understanding the game is a massive concept and is one that is too big to try and tackle in one piece. Procedure Each week the coach will work on a theme and lead it into a game objective. The game objectives are listed in order that the players need to accomplish. It may be possible to achieve more than one objective in a game. The coach will move on when the team demonstrates a recognition of when/ how to execute In the following slides are a list of game objectives. The coach will replace the formation with players names and print a copy for the players before each game. The players then share this information with the parents.

32. Game Objective 1 To maintain our Total team shape 1-4-4-2 Our shape expands in possession, covering as much of the field that can be passed to in relation to the teams leg strength and constrict in defense with players making distance adjustments based on the quality in certain positions that the opponents have Our Shape (including GK) should move forward and backwards in relation to the ball

33. Game Objective 2 To get the outfield players comfortable in changing positions during the game whilst maintaining our team shape 1-4-4-2

34. Game Objective 3 To get the back players comfortable in playing back to the goalkeeper Note: As the ball is going back to the keeper the fullbacks are getting wide to make a diamond. The keepers next decision will be based on how the opponents react Ball Player GK

35. Game Objective 4 To get full backs into the attack To have the remaining defenders provide cover when the fullbacks go forward

36. Game Objective 5 To get the central defender into attack To do this the midfielders have to make room and the defenders fill in the space

37. Game Objective 6 To switch the ball from one side to the other to create better attacking options To do this we need width, depth and team awareness from our central players To improve the effectiveness of this the player receiving the final pass needs to be the widest on the team stretching the opponent out creating gaps to play forward Ball Player

38. Game Objective 7 To Switch fields and get a fullback to overlap The team first needs good team shape and the players be able to get the ball across the field. The Fullback has to time their run as the ball is coming across Ball Player

39. Game Objective 8 To Get the forwards to work movement combinations Forward movement will distract the opposing back line and create space for a 3 rd player to run into or for the forward The movement must be timed and made as the passer is receiving the ball Ball Player Forwards Criss Cross

40. Game Objective 9 To Get the forwards to work movement combinations Forward movement will distract the opposing back line and create space for a 3 rd player to run into or for the forward The movement must be timed and made as the passer is receiving the ball Ball Player Short and Long

41. Game Objective 10 To Get the forwards to work movement combinations Forward movement will distract the opposing back line and create space for a 3 rd player to run into or for the forward The movement must be timed and made as the passer is receiving the ball Ball Player High and Low

42. Game Objective 12 To make a pass into a checking forward The forward has to start in a high position and check back into the pocket between forward and midfield. The forward needs to be aware of pressure and his supporting forward Ball Player

43. Game Objective 13 To fill the space that the forward has come out of.(3 rd player running). If the forward is threatening enough he will draw pull in an opponent and create space for a player running through. The running through pla

44. Game Objective 14 To get the fullbacks to successfully zonal Defend To be Successful the other 3 defenders must come across to cover. Team mates must be in a position to cover and still see the opposing forwards. Note: The Right defender is defending on the left side of the ball sending the red player to the side with less support Ball Player

45. Game Objective 15 To get the Centre defenders to zonal Defend The central defenders work in a piston movement in that when one moves up the other moves back to cover. The Fullbacks compact the middle and try to force the ball away from the goal. Note: The Centre defender is defending on the right side of the ball sending the red player to the side with less support Ball Player

46. Game Objective 16 To get the outside midfield players to zonal defend To be Successful the other 2 midfielder must come across to cover and compact the field. Note: The defender is defending on the right side of the ball sending the red player to the covering midfielder.

47. Game Objective 17 To get the central midfielders to zonal defend The central midfield players work in a piston movement in that when one moves up the other moves back to cover. The wide midfielders compact the middle, block passing lanes to the forwards and try to force the ball wide.

48. Game Objective 8 To get the back players to react defensively off the midfield pressure 1 Note: The defender is defending on the right side of the ball sending the red player to the side with less support. The right defender gets in a position to cover and the three other defenders shift across

49. Game Objective 18 To get the back players to react defensively off the midfield pressure 2 Note: The midfield players have left a passing lane open centrally so the back players compact the middle as that is where the pass will be made

50. Game Objective Corners To create a goal scoring opportunity from Corners Movement is made after the number has been called Targets have the option of controlling the ball or allowing it to run through to secondary players. The players who don’t take the shot are prepared to follow up for rebounds 1 2 3 1/2/3 are all targets the others are positions that need taking up to get ready for the shot or a pass

51. Game Objective Free kicks To create a better goal scoring opportunity from our Free kicks All other free kicks should be looked to be passed short and quickly 2 4 Option 1 is the shot Option 2 is the ball to the running player Option 3 is to the player at the side Option 4 is the pass to the player standing in the wall who can either shoot or set up 3 or kicker 3 All movement occurs when the player puts the ball down

52. Game Objective To create an open player from a throw in 1. The receiving player is marked so he spins and runs into the space behind Ball Player

53. Game Objective To get 2 nd player movement from a throw in 1.The receiving player is marked and spins and is followed by his defender 2.The player that was far away checks into the space Ball Player