Newport News FC

TRYOUT INFORMATION
2011-2012 SEASON

IT'S NOT TOO LATE!
WE HAVE A SMALL NUMBER OF
ROSTER POSITIONS OPEN.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN JOINING A TEAM,
SUBMIT A ONLINE REGISTRATION FORM
AND THE COACH OF THE TEAM WILL CONTACT
YOU PERSONALLY.

WE HAVE POSITIONS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:

GIRLS - ALL AGE LEVELS
LIMITED NUMBER OF OPENINGS

BOYS - ALL AGE LEVELS
LIMITED NUMBER OF OPENINGS

HAVE QUESTIONS NOW?
CALL 757-753-3968

Welcome to the
Newport News FC Travel Soccer Club

Hello prospective and returning parents/players:

For almost a decade, Newport News FC has proven to be one of the best overall clubs in the State of Virginia and has been the most decorated club on the Virginia Peninsula. Since our creation, our teams have won more league and tournament championships than any other club on the Virginia Peninsula.

Starting at U9 we guide our players and teach the skills and tactical concepts that are age group appropriate so that as players and team age up they become complete players and can compete with the other top clubs in Virginia. Success in youth soccer takes time and Newport News FC is the believes that player development leads to success as proven by the success of our older players and teams.

During this past year our club had two of our long time player members named the 2010 Boys' and Girl's High School Players' of the Year in the Peninsula District and Metro Conference. Additionally, we helped over 10 players realize their dream of playing soccer in College.

What is unique about Newport News FC?

We are the only local professionally managed club in the area that believes in keeping our best players and teams together. We are not a feeder system to a larger club! We have proven that overtime our players excel guided by specialized player development system. For example, both of our Boys' and Girls' U18 and U17 Academy Elite teams finished the past season as Undefeated League Champions out scoring their opponents 75-14!

When it comes to coaching, no other club in the area offers the combination of experienced and licensed coaching staff we do. We have "A" and "B" licensed coaches, former professional and college players who have helped our Executive Staff design a complete club developmental program that is second to none.

When it comes to our league, our teams play in the 4th largest league in Virginia that has produced many State Champions and offers a variety of playing levels which allows our teams to learn to play quality attacking and defending soccer.

When it comes to tournaments, during this past year our Elite level teams participated in some of the most prestigious tournaments in the Country. Including the Jefferson Cup, rated the number one tournament in the National and Beach FC's Columbus Day tournament that hosts over 400 teams from all over the Nation. Additionally, our club provides opportunities for our older Elite teams participate in College Showcase tournaments. At the younger age levels, our players benefit from playing in our professionally managed club hosted tournaments. These tournaments, not only provide great competition on great facilities, such as Warhill Sports Complex in Williamsburg and the York County Sports Complex in Yorktown but they provide a quality tournament experience to our teams and players and while eliminating the need for overnight hotel stays and long drives.

When it comes to our program, we put the long term development of our players first. Our goal is not to be the largest club, just to be the best. We have offered one of the best programs in the State of Virginia for almost a decade and that is going to continue. One key to our program is educating parents/players, that winning games isn't as important at the younger ages (U9-U14) since no college or high school coach cares how many games your child won when she or he was 10.

At Newport News FC it is about building players who understand how to work as a team to build Championship teams. There is no substitute from learning from the best and Newport News FC has proven to the best in the area for almost a decade.

Click Here to register your child for our upcoming tryouts.

OUR YOUTH SOCCER SYSTEM

Academy Elite Teams: U16-U19

Our Academy Elite level teams are designed to select the best players on the Peninsula to compete against other best teams in the State. Our Academy teams attend Elite Tournaments and College Showcase Tournaments.

Tryouts for Academy Elite teams are scheduled for Saturday, May 14 and Saturday, May 21 from 9-11AM at Mary Passage Middle School in Newport News.

Elite Travel Teams: Girls & Boys ages U9 – U15

Our Elite Travel teams represent the best teams our club has to offer. They are comprised of the dedicated players with a passion for the sport. From U9-U12 our league offers 7v7 and 8v8 games designed to give players an opportunity to grow and mature. Individual player development is the main emphasis at these age levels. At U13-U15 these are the ages were players start preparing for high school play and they are given the most experienced coaches we have in our club.

Developmental Academy: Girls & Boys Ages 7-9

Our U9 Program is a scaled back version of our Travel Team program. The team trains together twice a week during the Fall and Spring Seasons. They also play approximately 7v7 games against other travel teams to prepare them for U10 play. The team also plays during in the Hampton Roads Indoor League.

Junior Academy: Girls & Boys Ages 4, 5 and 6

This is a free training program for younger players that focuses on skill development and introduction of beginning level soccer tactics.

What you will find below:
Tryout Location and Schedule
The Tryout Process and Team Placement
Fall 2011/Spring 2012 Fee Schedule
How to Determine Your Child's Age Group
Inclement Weather Plan
What to Expect After Tryouts
Fall 2011/Spring 2012 Coaching Assignments
Club Calendar

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TRYOUT DETAILS

Online registration NOW Open!

U16 - U18 Team Tryouts
May 14th & 21st
9AM-11AM
Mary Passage Middle School

CHECK IN/REGISTRATION OPENS AT 8:30 AM EACH DAY
PLAYERS MUST PRE-REGISTER

U9 - U15 Team Tryouts

Boys and Girls Team Tryouts are held the same dates/nights.

U14 & U15 Team Tryouts – May 20th & 27th

U13 Team Tryouts – May 19th & 26th

U12 Team Tryouts – May 18th & 25th

U11 Team Tryouts – May 17th & 24th

U9 & U10 Team Tryouts – May 16th & 23rd

Where: Menchville High School/Riverview Farm Park 3 - Newport News

When: Dates listed above

Time: 6:00 – 8PM

CHECK IN/REGISTRATION OPENS AT 5:30 EACH DAY
PLAYERS MUST PRE-REGISTER

Make up TRYOUTS WILL BE HELD
May 28th - 10 AM TO 12 PM

Pre-registration with DOC OR TEAM Coach is Mandatory
Where: Riverview Farm Park #3
CONTACT
DOC Al Cousineau at doc@newportnewsfc.com
Rob Webb at GirlsDOC@NewportNewsFC.com
Ed Timas at BoysDOC@NewportNewsFC.com
or call 757-753-3968

WE HAVE POSITIONS FOR BOYS AND GIRLS
IN THE FOLLOWING AGE GROUPS:

GIRLS - ALL AGE LEVELS
LIMITED NUMBER OF OPENINGS

BOYS - ALL AGE LEVELS
LIMITED NUMBER OF OPENINGS

HAVE QUESTIONS NOW?
CALL 757-753-3968

All parents are required to bring a Membership & Dues Payment Agreement & Tryout Participation Waiver to tryouts.

TRYOUT PARTICIPATION WAIVER

ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE

The Tryout Process and Team Placement

Who can participate with Newport News FC?
All residents of Newport News and surrounding communities are eligible to tryout/participate with NNFC. Tryouts are for open for all current players, new players transferring to NNFC and recreation players. There is no cost to tryout.

How Newport News FC Tryouts work:
All Players will be evaluated on their individual technical ability (skill) and their decision making in small sided and full field game environments. Our tryouts are designed to give players a chance to showcase themselves individually and we welcome parents observing.

For Players New to the Club:
Once you submit the online registration form, your child will be officially registered. When you and your child arrive at tryouts you will need to sign a participation waiver form and pick up their tryout number (if used) from the registration table for them to participate. If you have questions, please contact our Director of Coaching at DOC@newportnewsfc.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR NEW PLAYERS:

IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO ATTEND EVERY TRYOUT IF POSSIBLE. IF YOU ARE GOING TO MISS ANY OF THE DATES, SEND AN EMAIL TO THE COACH OF THE AGE GROUP YOU ARE TRYING OUT FOR SO THEY KNOW YOU INTEND TO TRYOUT FOR THEIR TEAM. EMAILS CAN BE SENT TO SOCCER@NEWPORTNEWSFC.COM. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CHILD'S NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND A SHORT NOTE FOR THE COACH. EMAILS WILL BE FORWARDED ACCORDINGLY.

What players should bring?
All players should come prepared to play with a ball, water and shin guards.

When will we know if we made a team?
All Parents will be notified by email of team placement decisions on May 29th.

How do I determine my child's age group?
Please use the chart below.

The following age groups will be used for the Fall 2011/Spring 2012 Season:

• U19 - Players born 8/1/93 and younger
• U18 - Players born 8/1/94 and younger
• U17 - Players born 8/1/95 and younger
• U16 - Players born 8/1/96 and younger
• U15 - Players born 8/1/97 and younger
• U14 - Players born 8/1/98 and younger
• U13 - Players born 8/1/99 and younger
• U12 - Players born 8/1/00 and younger
• U11 - Players born 8/1/01 and younger
• U10 - Players born 8/1/02 and younger
• U09 - Players born 8/1/03 and younger
• U08 - Players born 8/1/04 and younger

Age Groups Made Easier
If you are unsure of what age group to register your child for here is another way to figure it out. If your child is nine now and will not turn ten until after August 1, they are considered an Under 10 (U10). This method can be used for any age group. In the previous example if they turned 10 July 31, they would be considered a U11 player.

Securing Roster Positions

Securing Roster Positions must be done by making the initial deposit within 48 hours of notifications. Invitations to join the team will be sent out at the discretion of the coaches but no later than the May 29, 2011.

Click Here to Make Online Deposits.

Inclement Weather Plan

If any day is canceled due to weather all players should report the following day.

Weather Hotline
757-753-3968

What to Expect After Tryouts

Whether or not your child is selected for a team, you will receive communication from the club by May 29, 2011. If your child is selected to join a team you will be contacted next by your team's coach or manager and given details about attending your team's organization meeting. Generally these meetings are held by July 1st. This year, all players will need to order new uniforms through your team managers to assure you have them by the start of the season. (You can find out what numbers are available from your coach or manager.)

Camps and Club Calendar

As a member of Newport News FC your child can take advantage of our member's only camps. We hold excellent team camps for every team and NEW! this year, camps are included in your fees. This year the Champions Camp Team Camp for U9-U14 teams will be held the week of July 18, 2011. All U15-U18 players should make plans to attend our Advanced Team Camp held the week of July 25, 2011 from 5PM-8PM at Riverview Farm Park. Information about these camp programs will be sent out to you after tryouts and all players are welcome to attend as part of their membership.

PRACTICES – MOST TEAMS WILL BEGIN TRAINING AUGUST 2011

Newport News FC Club Calendar – At a Glance

Players should anticipate participation in listed programs.

Summer 2011

NNFC Champions Team Camp (U10-14) - July 18-22, 2011
FC Advanced Team Camp (U15-U19) - July 25-29, 2011
Fall Practice Begins - August 2011

Fall 2011

Striker Training Camp
Club Keeper Training Camp
Director of Coaching Sessions
Historic Triangle Soccer Classic - Fall 2011
Virginia Holiday Shootout - November 2011
Regular league games begin - September 10 & 11
State Cup Participation Selected teams
Technical Director's Training Sessions

Winter 2012

Winter Indoor League Play (January - March)

Spring 2012

Striker Training Camp
Club Keeper Training Camp
Director of Coaching Sessions
Colonial Virginia Soccer Shootout and College Showcase
Regular league games begin
State Cup Participation Selected teams
Memorial Day Tournament Weekend - Optional
Technical Director's Training Sessions

Fee Schedule & Program Outline

Newport News FC, Inc. is a not for profit 501 (c) 3 corporation and uses membership fees to operate. However, we strive to keep our club fees among the most affordable for professionally managed clubs in the Hampton Roads area. The fee amounts listed for each player includes everything under the corresponding age program outline. Newport News FC offers very flexible payment plans and offers limited financial assistance each year.

U10-U14 Boys and Girls Fall 2011,
Winter and Spring 2012 Participation Outline

All U10-U14 Team Fees Include:

Supplemental Insurance for all Players
16-20 Travel League Games
8-16 Tournament Games
8 Indoor Hampton Roads Soccer League Games
2 or 3 - 1½ hour professionally staffed training sessions each week
Head Coach and Assistant Coach Fees
Director of Coaching Training Sessions
Technical Director Training Sessions
Team Training Equipment
Keeper Training and Striker Training Camps
Summer Camp

Paid Entry into the following Tournaments

Spring 2011
COLONIAL VIRGINIA SOCCER
SHOOTOUT AND COLLEGE SHOWCASE

Fall Pre-Season 2011
HISTORIC TRIANGLE SOCCER CLASSIC

Fall 2011
Virginia Holiday Shootout

U15-U19 Boys and Girls Fall 2011,
Winter and Spring 2012 Participation Outline

All U15-U19 Team Fees Include:

Supplemental Insurance for all Players
8-10 Travel League Games
4-8 Tournament Games
2 - 3 1½ hour professionally staffed training sessions each week
Head Coach Stipend
Assistant Coach Stipend
Director of Coaching Training Sessions
Team Training Equipment
Technical Director Training Sessions
Keeper and Striker Training
High School Tryout Mini Camp
Summer Camp

Paid Entry into the following Tournaments

Spring 2011
COLONIAL VIRGINIA SOCCER
SHOOTOUT AND COLLEGE SHOWCASE

Fall Pre-Season 2011
HISTORIC TRIANGLE SOCCER CLASSIC

Fall 2011
Virginia Holiday Shootout

TOTAL PARTICIPATION FEE
U10-U12 $1150.00
U13-U14 $1250.00
U15-U19 $950.00

Click Here for Payment Installment Information.

Uniforms for returning players remain the same.

UNIFORM COSTS

YOUTH SIZES $98.46
ADULT SIZES - $106.58

(INCLUDES WHITE/BLACK JERSEY, ADIDAS NUMBER ON BACK, PLAYER LAST NAME ON BACK, BLACK SHORTS, TWO PAIRS BLACK SOCKS, NNFC LOGO ON JERSEY & SHORTS)

Click here for image of uniforms and payment information

What if I still have questions?

If you still have questions please contact our Director of Coaching at doc@newportnewsfc.com or by phone at (757) 753-3968.