1.0 PURPOSE
The purpose of MLDYSA Soccer League is to support and develop soccer players of all levels by providing different programs: Recreational, Competitive (Developmental), and Skills Development, fostering physical fitness, skill development, and a positive sport environment.
DEPARTMENT(S) AFFECTED (SCOPE)
1.1
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2.1
3.1 Recreational League (Rec League):
? Aims to promote fitness, health, and basic game knowledge in an inclusive and fun
environment.
? Placement on age-appropriate teams with efforts for equal skill and gender representation.
? Initial weeks for open practices to enhance skills and facilitate team creation.
3.2 Competitive League (Developmental League):
? Focuses on higher skill development in a competitive setting.
? Selections/tryouts required for team placement, with additional fees communicated
beforehand.
? Players not selected have option to join Rec League or receive a refund.
? Efforts for gender and age group representation; flexibility for combined teams if needed.
3.3 Soccer Program:
? Year-round indoor/outdoor leagues and skills development programs with specified seasonal schedules.
? Registration policy ensuring proper player enrollment and payment procedures. 4.0 DEFINITIONS
4.1 Recreational League: Focuses on promoting fitness and basic soccer knowledge in an inclusive environment.
4.2 Competitive League: Emphasizes higher skill development in competitive atmosphere.
Department(s) Affected: MEADOW LAKE AND DISTRICT YOUTH SOCCER 3.0 POLICY
2023 Meadow Lake and District Youth Soccer 1
5.0 RESPONSIBILTIES
5.1 Coaches:
? Volunteers overseeing Rec and Competitive Leagues.
? Requirements for coaching as per SSA’s Safe Sport Roster
o RecreationalCoaching:
? Criminal safety check with vulnerable sector check, ? Respect in Sport
? Coaching soccer in Canada Module.
o CompetitiveCoaching:
? Criminal safety check with vulnerable sector check
? Respect in Sport
? Making Head Way Module
? Making Ethical Decisions Module and Exam
? Rule of Two Module
? Grassroots Theory and Practical training for appropriate soccer level ? Coaching soccer in Canada module.
5.2 Referees and Linespersons:
? Their roles, qualifications, responsibilities, and expectations within Rec and Competitive League games.
? Code of conduct emphasizing fairness, professionalism, and respect. 6.0 IMPLEMENTATION
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8.0
Structured guidelines and practices for league creation, team formation, registration, coaching development, and referee management.
Timely communication of fees, selections, session schedules, and additional costs to players and guardians.
approved: April 14th, 2024
approved by: MLDYSA BOARD