RHSC Long Term Player Development program for 2003 Boys

1. 2003 Boys
Outdoor 2015 Program Overview
Updated:
July 7th , 2015
Unika Hypolite

2. Contents
1.Introduction
2.Development Philosophy
3.Pools vs. Teams
4.Outdoor 2015

3. Introduction

4. Mission
To provide an opportunity for any person in the Town of Richmond Hill, to
play organized soccer at recreational and competitive levels for both indoor
and outdoor and to assist all participants in reaching their potential through
the development of players, coaches, referees and administrators.

5. Coaching Staff
• Committed to continuous development
• Working together as a group
• Deliver consistent principles and content
• Independence and objective look at all players
– We have 7 pairs of eyes looking over everyone

6. Coaching Staff
2002 Boys Coaches
William Giummarra
Jean-Pierre Nziya
Antonio Ferazzoli
Unika Hypolite
Technical Staff
David Shankland
Henrich Svetko
Hakim Mohamammad

7. Team Managers
Manager Responsibilities
– Game sheets
– Parent communication
– Organization of events
– Other administrative tasks as required

8. Team Managers
Green Nicole Mainella
White Teresa Romig
Black Isabel Barcena

9. Development Philosophy

10. LTPD
•Launched in 2008 by the CSA (Canadian Soccer Association)
•Follows principles of athlete development as laid out in the generic
model Long Term Athlete Development (LTAD). The soccer model is
Long Term Player Development (LTPD)
•It is a seven stage model that provides a framework for
development that ensures enjoyable lifelong playing opportunities
for players of all levels of ability as well as developing a pathway for
elite players who pursue excellence

11. LTPD Model
We Are Here

12. LTPD - Developmental Age
Everyone passes through the same stages of development from
early childhood through adolescence, but the timing, rate, and
amount of their development varies. This is described as the
difference between chronological age and developmental age.
Two children may be the same chronological age (e.g. 11 years
old), but at the same time they may be four to five years apart in
developmental age.
LTPD asks soccer coaches and administrators to take
developmental age into account when they design programs and
select players

13. LTPD – Learn To Train
The effect of the role-model is very important at this stage.
Children begin to identify with famous players and successful
teams, and they want to learn imaginative skills.
Skill demonstration is very important, and the players learn best
by “doing.” Players move from being self-centred to self-critical,
and they have a high arousal level during basic skills training.
This is also an important time to teach basic principles of play
and to establish a training ethic and discipline. Repetitions are
important to develop technical excellence, but creating a fun and
challenging environment is still essential for stimulating learning.
This stage is an optimal window for trainability of speed, flexibility
and skills, and physical training should focus on developing these
qualities. Technical training focuses on building a greater
repertoire of soccer related movements within the context of
basic soccer games.
Tactical training is designed to develop field awareness and
encourage decision making. Players should be taught simple
combinations, marking, and running into space.
Mental aspects of training are intended to develop each player’s
intrinsic motivation through fun and enjoyment that foster a desire
to play.
U9 to U12 Males
“The Golden Age of Learning”

14. LTPD
•Player-centred rather than team-centred
•No promotion / relegation between leagues and a
new competition structure
•Does not remove competition. Rather, it changes
the focus from winning to learning.
•Should provide more opportunities for all players to
improve and develop.

15. Pools vs. Teams

16. Pool Structure
Players should not be thinking in terms of making or
not making a team.
•Players will practice in larger groups
•“Teams” are only necessary for season games
•Players will be moved as the coaching staff feels appropriate (may be week to week)
•Games should be looked upon as a learning opportunity rather than a win / loss
•2003 boys pool structure is modeled on Global Futbol Best Practices

17. Player Movement
Not every player matures/develops at the same rate, or in the same way

18. What do parents say when…
Players go “UP”...
1. That's great.
2. Thank you.
3. Absolutely nothing.
Players go “DOWN”
1. He wants to be with his friends.
2. He needs to play a different position.
3. He’s not being challenged.
4. He’s better than the other players.

19. What's the Difference?
.
•Speed of play
•Decision making
•Technique / Skill (technique under pressure)
•Physical maturity
•Mental maturity
It is very rarely “talent”

20. Long Term Objective
.
For every player to be the best they can be and reach their potential.
•All decisions are made in the best interests of the player.
•Players will be challenged and provided with different opportunities.

21. Style of Play
.
•Want players comfortable with the ball.
•Focus on possession and playing out of the back.
•Intelligent play making.
•Players with the freedom to attack, take players on.
They will make mistakes.

22. 2015 Outdoor Season

23. League Structure
.
League Tier Team
1 Green / White
2 Black

24. Schedule
.
Games: Monday
Practices : Tuesday, Wednesday, & Friday
Whenever possible, groups will practice at the same location

25. Player Expectations
.
Ready to go for games / practices at the scheduled time:
–Must be at games at least 30 minutes beforehand
–Practices ready-to-go at scheduled time
Must have:
–Ball
–Water bottle or two!
–Kit (All uniforms, shirts, shorts, socks, bag, track suit)
–Proper soccer shoes
–Shin guards

26. Issues Management
.
•24 hour rule
–Any issues between parent / coach should have a 24 hour
cooling off period prior to discussion
•Don’t let things fester
–bring it up to the coach or manager or head coach

27. Festivals & Tournaments
•The Age group is permitted to participate in a maximum of three festivals
•One must be the Club’s own festival in September.
•Two may be defined as memorable events (A memorable event is any festival
to which you would have to travel for greater than 60 minutes).
•Of the Two memorable events, One must be within Ontario and be
LTPD compliant. The other may be at the venue of your choice, within
Canada or the US.
•The Club covers the entry fee, additional costs would be the responsibility of
the players attending from your pool.
Note: Players are limited to 20 games per season
Festival Schedule:
•YRSA Soccer Festival (TBD)
•The Robbie June 21st 2015
•Challenge Brossard July 31 – Aug. 2nd 2015
•Richmond Hill Sept 12, 2015

28. Club Rules
Code of Conduct
–Parents during registration you signed-off and agree to abide by these
conditions
–You should review with your son
•Competitive Team Rules and Regulations
–Make yourself aware
–If any issues, let me know
•Information at: www.richmondhillsoccer.com

29. Parent Behaviour
What can you say?
•Good work / effort / job!
•Well done!
•Nice try!
•Way to go!
Role is to be a cheerleader, not coach.

30. Parent Behaviour
FA Respect Campaign
YouTube videos –“Parents and carers”
Scene 1 - www.youtube.com/watch?v=61-Pax5cF8A
Scene 2 - www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZRcv-ZRMCXI
Scene 4 - www.youtube.com/watch?v=IOf81jcqyYc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q2VcHmZS0cA

31. Closing Thoughts
We don't demand that the youth teams win. We demand that
they play good soccer. We don't use the word, ‘winning’.
Jose Ramon Alexanco
Director of Barcelona's youth program

32. Thank You