Valley United Soccer Club
Team Meeting Agenda
• Introductions – Coaches, Team Manager, Parents, Players
• Coaching Philosophy and Goals for Season
• Player Responsibilities – Fitness, Commitment, Equipment, Sportsmanship
• Parent Responsibilities – Scheduling Notifications, Good Sideline Behavior
• OATHS Award (Outstanding Ambassadors of Teams Honoring Sportsmanship) –
Referees rate players, coaches and spectators on sportsmanship at every game
• Administration
o Verify Roster Information (esp. name spelling, birthdates)
o Provide Small Picture for Player Pass (approx. 1-inch head size)
o Complete MYSA Liability/Medical Release
o Review and Sign Player and Parent Code of Ethics
o Verify Uniform Order Information
o Review Apple Valley Tournament Responsibilities
• Discuss Optional Team Uniform Items (warmups, backpack, sweatshirts, etc.)
• Discuss and Select Tournaments (75% agreement is good ‘rule-of-thumb’)
• Review Game Nights and Potential Conflicts (concerts, field trips, vacations, etc.)
• Discuss Practice Schedule; Off-Season Training; Indoor League Play
• Identify Preliminary Team Budget; Possible Fundraising
• Select a Team Name
• Refer to club website (www.vusc.org) for important information:
o Team Page (schedule, locations, photos, coach contacts, etc.)
o Registration (to register or pay balance)
o Documents – MYSA or VUSC (for required forms)