Winter 2023 Play Book

23 SPORTS

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YOUTH LEAGUES

Spring Soccer Players will have an opportunity to learn and improve soccer skills and knowledge, build confidence, and be part of a team in a safe, high energy, and friendly environment. (AF) ● Register based on 2022-2023 grade ● Practices begin the week of March 20 ● Games played Saturdays, April 15-May 20 ● Weeknights may be used for make-up games ● Teams will practice one day a week ● Practice time & location chosen by the coach ● Games will be scheduled between 9am-4pm ● Cleats are optional, but shin guards are required ● Refund requests must be made by Monday, March 13 ● Register by Tue, Jan 17: $70(R)/$85(N) ● Registration ends Tue, Feb 7: $90(R)/$105(N) ● Registration from waitlist: $105(R)/$120(N)

ParkDistrict TeamSports Philosophy We believe that every resident of the District should have an opportunity to take part in activities offered regardless of skill or ability. We believe that the indi vidual participant is more important than winning. Therefore, we offer programs that encourage individu als to achieve at their own level of interest and ability. TeamPlacement Info Teams are created according to the following criteria, when a player is registered by the registration end date: Our goal is to keep teams balanced based on grade/ age and gender (when applicable) while accommodat ing preferred practice days. We hope this equals the skill level and abilities in each division and maximizes player benefits within the program. Waitlist Registration A $15 Waitlist Processing Fee will be added to your registration should your child be accommodated off the waitlist. Buddy/Carpool Request ■ Only one request per player. ■ The player you request, must also request you in order for it to be considered. ■ Preferred practice days must match. ■ Requests must be submitted to the Park District by the registration deadline. Volunteer Coach Incentive Program The Park District counts on volunteers to coach our youth sport programs. Seasoned coach or brand new to the game, we’d love to have you volunteer. The Park District provides training and support throughout the season. All coaches are required to pass a background screen ing. The basic coach credit will begin at $25. Coaches can earn additional credits by attending the pre season coach meeting, and other educational oppor tunities offered by the Park District. Credit amounts are subject to change and coach obligations must be met in order to receive the credit. Parents can indicate their interest in coaching during registration. 1. Preferred practice day 2. Balance of Grade/Age 3. Balance of gender (when applicable) 4. Roster size 5. Buddy/Carpool Request

Soccer Spring Little Soccer Stars

Pre-kindergarteners will be introduced to the game of soccer! Basic soccer skills, fundamentals, sportsman ship, and teamwork will all be covered. Sport related activities and drills will help children develop soccer skills while having a blast! (PT) ● 3-year-olds practice Saturday for 30 minutes. The last Saturday will be a game ● 4 & 5-year-olds practice Saturday for 45 minutes. The ● Practices & games scheduled between 9am-4pm ● Cleats are optional, but shin guards are required ● Refund requests must be made by Monday, April 3 ● Register by Tue, Jan 17: $60(R)/$75(N) ● Registration ends Tue, Feb 7: $80(R)/$95(N) ● Registration from waitlist: $95(R)/$110(N) last two Saturdays will be games ● There are no weekday practices

Prairie Point Community Park Kindergarten Micro soccer 23661 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm 1st Grade Micro soccer 23662 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm 2nd Grade Micro soccer 23663 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm PrairieFest Park 3rd/4th Grade Girls 23664 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm 3rd/4th Grade Boys 23665 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm 5th/6th Grade Co-Ed 23666 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm 7th/8th Grade Co-Ed 23667 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm

Age: 3 ● Prairie Point Community Park 23668 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm Age: 4 - 5 ● Prairie Point Community Park 23669 Apr 15-May 20 Sat 9:00am-4:00pm