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How do I
get to FC Bellbrook Soccer Fields?
WASHINGTON MILL PARK:
130 Washington Mill Rd,
Bellbrook OH
Take Exit 7 on I-675 (Wilmington Pike). Go south on Wilmington Pike.
Turn left on 725 (there is a Kroger at the corner). Stay on 725
through downtown Bellbrook. As you are leaving Bellbrook, you will
see a golf driving range on your left at the corner of Washington Mill Road.
Turn left on to Washington Mill. The soccer fields will be on your
right about 1/3 mile down. (NOTE: About 1/2 mile after you leave
downtown, Sackett
Wright Park will be on your right.
This is NOT
Washington Mill Park.)
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What is
select soccer?
Select soccer programs identify youth players who show potential
talent and a willingness to improve their skills. By providing
quality training, coaching and tournament opportunities, it is the
starting point for competitive youth soccer. The entire season
consists of two separate sessions, Fall and Spring.
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How do
you determine what age team to play on?
To play on a team, you must meet the age requirements of that team.
For example to play on a U-10 team, you must be under 10 years old on
August 1st before the fall season.
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What to
expect?
As a select player, you will be given an opportunity to join other individuals who also have a committed interest in,
and are excited about, playing soccer.
The coaching staff will work hard on teaching the fundamental skills
of soccer, while also stressing the importance of playing together as
a team.
Select soccer can
be very exciting and rewarding. Players will see their hard work
paying off as they increase in their own personal skills and learn to
experience what it means to be an integral part of a team. It is our
desire that throughout the season, each player will feel a sense of
personal accomplishment, experience team spirit, have lots of fun,
and grow in their love for the game of soccer.
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How can I
participate?
Open tryouts are held the beginning of June to select the team for
the following fall and spring sessions. There are typically two
tryout dates for each team. Those interested are asked to attend BOTH
tryout sessions. Several coaches will assist in the selection
process.
League rules
state that a team can have a max number of 14 players for U-9/U10 and
17 players for U-11 and above. Although, coaches may choose not to
carry the max number of players. If enough players tryout, it may be
possible to form two teams. 50% of the players must be from Bellbrook
and 50% must be age appropriate (8 years old (not 7) for a U-9 team).
Neighboring community individuals are welcome to tryout.
Final decisions will
be made after the tryouts. Everyone who participates will be
notified.
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How much
will it cost?
A budget is prepared by each team's coach or team manager. The cost
will depend on the number of players, fundraiser participation, how
much sponsorship money is collected, and the number of tournaments
your team decides to participate in. The average cost is
approximately $200 per session. Your team coach will be able to
provide more detailed budget information.
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When do
practices begin?
Fall session practices typically start in the last week of July or
the first week of August. Spring session practices typically start in
the first week of March. Practices are generally 2-3 nights per week
and run approx 1.5 hours in length.
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When do
games begin?
Fall session games run the entire months of September and October.
Spring session games run the entire months of April and May. These
dates may vary by a week in either direction. There are two games per
week. Fall session games are on Saturdays and Sundays. Spring session
games are on Saturdays and a week night. The schedule is set by the
league (MVYSA - Miami Valley Youth Soccer Assoc).
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What
about tournaments?
Your team will decide if or how many tournaments your team will
participate in. Typically a team will participate in at least one
tournament each session. Tournaments are usually within a 1 hour
drive.
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Will
traveling be involved?
Travel will be mainly confined to the Greater-Dayton-Area (i.e.
Beavercreek, Xenia, Englewood,
Centerville, Dayton,
Sidney, Springfield)
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Other
opportunities?
Players are invited to shag balls from Bellbrook Jr. High and High
School soccer games. There are also opportunities to attend local
college games and other mini-camps. In the winter, kids may have the
opportunity to play indoor soccer at the SportsPlex in Fairborn, Gateway Sports Complex in North
Dayton, or Kingdom Sports in Franklin.
These are less structured, and there typically are no practices
during this time.
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Where do
I get our game schedule and directions to away games?
Go to the MVYSA (Miami Valley Youth Soccer Association) web site at: www.mvysa.com
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