ASC Philosophy. The ASC policy is for non-results oriented play at the Clinic level. We do not keep score during the games nor do we keep standings. The emphasis is on participation and having fun, and beginning to learn about the game of soccer. The ASC believes a relaxed environment is most conducive to your child having fun and developing a long-term interest in the sport. We encourage all parents to allow their children to play without pressure, to let their child play freely in scrimmages with instruction only from their coaches, and to cheer for both teams.

Team Formation. The ASC forms teams with the goal of balancing gender along with consideration for the school your child attends. The ASC attempts to place every clinic player  who was registered on-time onto a team with some schoolmates. However, we limit team roster sizes at all age levels with the intent of maximizing the actual playing experience for all players. So, in fairness to all players, we do not form “school teams” and almost every team will have a mix of two or three schools. Please do not request specific teams or to play with specific friends; as such requests cannot be honored for every player, ASC policy is to not honor any such requests. Returning U6 and U7 players will most likely be re-assigned to their former team.

Equipment. The ASC will provide team T-shirts for your child at the first session. You will need to provide shin guards for your child to play. These can be purchased at most local sporting goods stores. Soccer cleats are optional. Some children wear sneakers. For the safety of the children, there is no jewelry allowed on the playing field. This means no necklaces, bracelets or earrings. Earrings in particular are potentially dangerous when worn while playing soccer and must be removed without exception. Please plan accordingly.

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