ABOUT
In Fall 2007 Fauquier County Soccer Club (FCSC) implemented a club structured travel program for all newly formed teams. The purpose of these guidelines is to set forth the policies with respect to the United Academy’s goals, structure, responsibilities, operations, and finances. The guidelines shall not apply to any independent teams formed prior to Fall 2007.
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PROGRAM STRUCTURE
Youth players develop physically, cognitively, and emotionally at different times. Long-term player development is the number one goal of the Fauquier County Soccer Club.
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Furthermore, FCSC’s United Academy Program encompasses Technical, Tactical, Physical and Psychological aspects of the game that are specific to each stage and each age group and that ensure adequate player development and progress over the entire course of the program. Each category has its own guidelines that detail; philosophy, team goals, number of practices a week, number of tournaments, winter/summer training requirements. Read about FCSC Training Priorities.
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Two teams will represent the club at the developmental stage in each age group under the Club team name Fauquier United Black and Gold. At age U13 the two teams will combine as one team followed by the year date of birth. All teams will compete in either the National Capital Soccer League (NCSL), the Washington Area Girls Soccer League (WAGS) or Old Dominion Soccer League (ODSL).
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TRY-OUTS
The Club is committed to holding open, fair, and unbiased tryouts for each team once per year, immediately following the spring season. Tryout schedules will be posted online at least one month prior to them taking place. The club will advertise the tryouts in the local newspaper. A returning player will NOT be allowed to try-out if he or she has outstanding debts to the Club or their team. The Club’s Techincal Director of Coaching (TDOC) and his training staff will be responsible for scheduling and conducting try-outs.
COACHING AND TRAINING
The club has an outstanding cadre of coaches, carefully selected according to the club’s philosophy to achieve success in every area of player and team development.The TDOC is responsible for the selection of all head coaches. Coaches will be contracted and compensated by the club based on past success, experience (both playing and coaching), and licensure. Each coach’s salary will be negotiated by the TDOC on behalf of the club prior to the beginning of each seasonal year. Every team will be required to take part in a specific curriculum as established by the TDOC. Each age group with more then one team will have an age group coordinator that will fill the role as head coach for both teams. It is expected that all teams in each age group will work together in training programs, player movement, tournaments, and social and community events.
FCSC places high priority on hiring a highly qualified, licensed and knowledgeable coaching staff. The club provides strong support for the coaches by:
- Promoting and funding continuing education and other avenues for coaching development.
- Providing competitive pay scales based upon coaching experience, licensing and performance.
- Providing a professional, supportive environment.
TEAM ADMINISTRATION
Parent volunteers play an important role in managing the Club teams. The Club’s travel administrator will be responsible for rostering and league registration for each team. One parent chosen by the head coach will act as Team Manager. The responsibilities of the Team Manager are detailed in a separate
Team Management Guide which has been assembled to simplify the team management role. All newly formed Club teams will receive assistance from the Club Administrator in setting up the initial team structure. This will included but not be limited to assistance in: setting up team bank accounts and budgets, fundraising ideas, filling volunteer roles and setting up the team hotline. which has been assembled to simplify the team management role.
2010-2011 ANNUAL CLUB DUES
Annual dues can be payed in 4 installments through the year (July 15th - October 15th - January 15th - April 15th). Dues are paid directly to FCSC through our online registration. To pay by check, please be sure to put the player’s name and team on the check. Checks are to be made payable to FCSC. and mailed to FCSC Travel, PO Box 3351, Warrenton, VA 20188.
| Age |
U9/U10 |
| Category |
Developmental |
| Admin/green fees |
included |
| League fee |
included |
| VYSA fee |
included |
| Training & Coaching |
included |
| Tournaments (4) |
included |
| Training equipment |
included |
| Winter Futsal Program |
included |
| Team web site |
included |
| Uniforms |
included |
| Club Dues per year |
$1,100 |
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| Age |
U11/U12 |
| Category |
Developmental |
| Admin/green fees |
included |
| League fee |
included |
| VYSA fee |
included |
| Training & Coaching |
included |
| Tournaments (5) |
included |
| Training equipment |
included |
| Winter Futsal Program |
included |
| Team web site |
included |
| Uniforms |
included |
| Club Dues per year |
$1,200 |
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| Age |
U13/U14 |
| Category |
Transitional |
| Admin/green fees |
included |
| League fee |
included |
| VYSA fee |
included |
| Training & Coaching |
included |
| Tournaments (5) |
included |
| Training equipment |
included |
| Winter Futsal Program |
included |
| Team web site |
included |
| Uniforms |
included |
| Club Dues per year |
$1,250 |
| Age |
U15 |
| Category |
Competitive |
| Admin/green fees |
included |
| League fee (Fall Only) |
included |
| VYSA fee |
included |
| Training & Coaching |
included |
| Tournaments (5) |
included |
| Training equipment |
included |
| Winter Futsal Program |
included |
| Team web site |
included |
| Uniforms |
included |
| Club Dues per year |
$750 |
A $50 dollar discount is applied if annual dues are paid in full prior to July 15th. Families with more then one child in the United Academy program receive a $50 discount on the second and subsequent players registered.
It is the aim of FCSC to see that anyone having the skills and desire to participate in the United Academy Program is able to do so. The FCSC scholarship program can help families with financial need.
TOURNAMENTS
Scheduled tournaments are included in dues. Additional tournament fees are the responsibility of the team. Please contact the TDOC if your team would like to substitute a different tournament to be paid for by the Club. Team Managers should forward confirmation of registration to the Club Administrator for payment.
