JUGGLE GENIUS PROGRAM

Newport News F.C. is proud to recognize our First Juggling Genius! Congratulations to Matthew Becouvarakis - U13 Mavericks. Matt successfully displayed his talent juggling over 100 times on one foot. Great Job Matt!

Players Wanted!!
Some teams are looking for a few players. Please spread the word to your other soccer friends. As of this publication, the U12 and U13 boy’s team and the U12 and U17 girl’s teams are still looking for players.

Club Gear Store To Open Soon
Members will soon be able to order official Newport News F.C. merchandise online.

The Busch Gardens
Soccer Classic
Roller Coasters, Water Slides
and Soccer

On August 28 and 29, nearly 35 teams competed for the right to be called Tournament Champions. Overall, the Busch Gardens Soccer Classic was very well attended with teams participating from as far away as Delaware and Canada. The tournament was praised by many visiting teams who promised to return next year. Adding to the memories, many teams took advantage of the exclusive 3 day bounce pass offered by Busch Gardens as part of the tournament sponsorship package, making it even more memorable.

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Newport News F.C.
Doubles in Size - Now one
of the largest in
Hampton Roads

As of this publication, Newport News F.C. is fielding 14 teams and has over 30 players participating in our Developmental Academy making us one of the largest travel soccer clubs in Hampton Roads. This year, almost 40% of our 315 new members are former members of other peninsula clubs indicating that Newport News F.C. is already being recognized by many as one of the finest overall programs in the area. Although the growth of our club was expected, we will never sacrifice quality for quantity!

Newport News F.C. College Bound
Program - to offer
more to older players!

The club is redesigning our College Bound program that will give our older players the additional edge they need to make it to the collegiate level. As part of the program, our older teams will now have more comprehensive websites designed with college recruitment process in mind. They will include individual player profiles which will provide academic information and provide the college coaches the ability to contact players directly.
Newport News F.C. College Night
Open to All Parents with Players ages 15-18
October 29 7:30-8:30
12350 Jefferson Ave. Suite 360
Newport News, VA 23602

Coached by William Gilogley, a native of Scotland, the U13 Mavericks made a name for themselves last year by outscoring their opponents an astounding 72-4 in route to an undefeated season. Since the Fall, the Mavericks have added the Colonial Virginia Shootout Championship to their resume and finished the Spring season with another nearly perfect record. Since last year, the team has added even more quality players and soon will be beginning their quest for the State Championship. Good Luck Mavericks!

Suggestion Box
Newport News F.C. is dedicated to remaining parent friendly and we have added a Suggestion Box for your comments, ideas and questions. The suggestion box is located in the Parent Forum. We look forward to hearing from you.
 

Newport News Book Club
"Beyond Soccer"
by Rich Daughtridge
A unique collection of soccer-related devotionals written by players and coaches. Contains practical coaching and players tips.
 

Quote of the Quarter
“There are no short cuts to being the best. It always involves big dreams and the unwavering commitment to pay the price through discipline and hard work.”
 

16000 hits and counting
The Newport News F.C. website has topped the 15,000 hit mark less than a year after its launch.
 

Parental Sideline Etiquette

DO NOT:

• . . . moan, groan, sigh, etc. if play is not going perfectly. Such sounds can hurt the feelings of parents and players.

• . . . yell instructions to the players. What you yell may conflict with what the coaches have told them.

• . . . speak ugly about/or to players from the opposing teams. We must trust that the referee will control filed behavior and play.

DO:

• Offer words of encouragement . . . nice try, way to hustle, you can do it . . .

• Compliment good play . . . great pass, great shot, nice teamwork, great save, well done . . .

Remember, no one wants to play well and win more than the players on the team. If they are giving 100%, then that must be enough for the parents.

Visit the US Youth Soccer website for more helpful parents' tips.