What do I get for my dues?
A few examples…
U-9 through U-13 teams
- Freestate Youth Academy run by qualified youth trainers once each week for 8 weeks in the Fall and Spring.
- Winter Academy training at the SkateZone in Crofton, MD.
U-15 and Above
- Winter Indoor training times at Soccer Dome (4 sessions for Winter 2007). Average hour rental at Indoor facilities in the State of Maryland is $100.
- QAS outdoor lighted training times (using portable lights with generators) in November and December for teams preparing for College Showcase tournaments.
Overall Club-wide benefits
- League Membership (NCSL/WAGS/CMMSL/BBSL/Region 1)
- US Club Member – opportunities to play in the Summer on highly organized
and competitive teams - Lighted fields for practices and games.
- Co-Directors of Coaching to support with coaching clinics, provide progressive training methodology and curriculum, team consultation, tournament and administrative support.
- Patrick Noel – led several teams to MD State Cup Championships including current U-15 Freestate Titans. Coached for 8 years in the MD Olympic Development Program.
- Steve Campbell – has led both boys and girls teams to USYSA Region 1 Championships. Former Coach at the University of Maryland. Has coached numerous members of US Youth National teams. Former MD ODP and Region 1 ODP Staff coach.
- Free entry into March Freestate Spring Break Out Tournament.
- Quality website management.
- Ability to participate in supplemental programs like Speed and Agility training and Striker Clinics during Fall, Winter and Spring.
- Freestate Youth Recreational Program for U-6 through U-9 (Spring and Fall)
- Active Executive Board and Executive Director with many years of youth soccer experience able to support teams.
Specifics by age-group
U-9 through U-14 teams
- Freestate Youth Academy run by qualified youth trainers once each week for
8 weeks in the Fall and Spring. - Winter Academy training at the SkateZone in Crofton, MD.
- Organized Summer Pick-up Games.
- 2 Seasons of Goalkeeping Training with Rob Vartughian, Assistant Coach
at the University of Maryland. Former Professional Player. - Coaching Education clinics and meetings for all U9-U13 Coaches throughout the year.
- Club subsidized expenses for coaching courses and licensing.
U-15 and Above
- Winter Indoor training times at Soccer Dome (4 sessions for Winter 2007).
Average hour rental at Indoor facilities in the State of Maryland is $100. - QAS outdoor lighted training times (using portable lights with generators) in November and December for teams preparing for College Showcase tournaments.
- Ability to participate in a supplemental Speed and agility program in the Winter and Spring.
- Lighted fields for practices and scrimmages during the Fall high school seasons.
- Team support from Directors of Coaching.
- 2 Seasons of Goalkeeping Training with Rob Vartughian, Assistant Coach at the University of Maryland. 2006-2007 winter sessions will be on Wednesdays in the bubble at the University of Maryland.
- College Success Recruiting information nights with local coaches.
- Freestate Showcase College Night (November 21, 2007)
- Ability to place player profiles onto Freestate Soccer Website.
- Coaching Education clinics and meetings for all U14 and above in the Winter and Spring.
- Club subsidized expenses for coaching courses and licensing.
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