TRYOUT INFORMATION
2010-2011 SEASON

Welcome to  the
Newport News FC Travel Soccer Club

Hello prospective and returning parents/players:

As many of you already know, Newport News FC has proven to be one of the best overall clubs in the State of Virginia and is the most decorated club on the Virginia peninsula since our inception in 2003, proving the quality of our youth soccer development system.

Our players not only become high level players, but have the unique opportunity to grow with their team each and every year. Although no one can be guaranteed a place on a team, 95% of the time players and parents return to NNFC with players usually placed back on their team with their friends and coach. The main thing to emphasize is that only at Newport News FC can a player who is 9 years old potentially play with his friends until he graduates from high school. The majority of our successful teams have proven this is what is best for the players in the long run.

This past year was another successful year for many reasons. We had many players go on to participate on local high school teams and many won all-district honors and were named captains of their teams. Additionally, we are extremely pleased to announce that several of our graduating U18 players were signed to play collegiate soccer. You can see the list of high schools and the players who made their respective teams from NNFC and the players who represent our graduating class of 2010 by clicking here.

THE TRYOUT PROCESS

THIS YEAR WE HAVE EXPANDED THE TRYOUT OPPORTUNITIES FOR EVERY AGE LEVEL. EVERY PLAYER WILL HAVE SEVERAL OPPORTUNITIES TO PROVE THEY ARE READY FOR THE CHALLENGE OF PLAYING SOCCER AT THE HIGHEST YOUTH LEVEL AVAILABLE.

ABOUT OUR YOUTH SOCCER SYSTEM

Travel Teams – Girls & Boys ages u9 – u19
Developmental Academy: Girls & Boys Ages 7-9
Junior Academy: Girls & Boys Ages 4, 5 and 6

A LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF COACHING
 

Dear Prospective Newport News FC Parent Members and Players,

"I am confident that your decision to join the Newport News FC soccer family will provide you and your child the best youth soccer experience on the Virginia Peninsula. Our professionally licensed coaching staff represents one of the finest in the State, with former college and professional players who take a personal interest in your child's soccer future. This year we have added Bill Lakin to our club Technical Staff. Bill comes with the highest soccer licenses available and a wealth of knowledge and experience working with state champion teams and former United States National Team Players. Coach Lakin has been involved in our Youth Academy Program and will be helping steer the technical development of every player from U10-U14. His focus with the older players will be on team dynamics and high-level play tactics.

Going into our 7th year, Newport News FC has won more Championships than any other club in the area. We encourage you to join us and watch your child grow in to the player we know we can help them become.

If you have any questions about tryouts or the club, don't hesitate to contact me. I am here to help you guide your child and get the most out of their soccer training and experience at Newport News FC."

Al Cousineau
Director of Coaching, NNFC
doc@newportnewsfc.com

What you will find below:
How Registration Works
Tryout Location and Schedule
The Tryout Process and Team Placement
Fall 2010/Spring 2011 Fee Schedule
How to Determine Your Child's Age Group
Inclement Weather Plan
What to Expect After Tryouts
Fall 2010/Spring 2011 Coaching Assignments
Club Calendar

TRYOUT DETAILS

Online registration NOW Open!

This year there are multiple opportunities for
players to try out for their age levels.
Boys and Girls Team Tryouts are held the same dates/nights.

U15 - U18 teams – May 10th, 13th, and 21st

U14 teams – May 11th, 14th, and 20th

U13 teams – May 11th, 14th, and 20th

U12 teams – May 11th, 14th, and 19th

U11 teams – May 11th, 14th, and 18th

U9 & U10 teams – May 11th, 14th, and 17th

Where: Menchville High School/Riverview Farm Park 3 - Newport News

When: Dates listed above

Time: 6:00 – 8PM

CHECK IN/REGISTRATION OPENS AT 5:30 EACH DAY
PLAYERS MUST PRE-REGISTER

Make up TRYOUTS WILL BE HELD
May 22 AND 23 - 10 AM TO 12 PM
Extended Tryout Days for Mite, Junior and Intermediate players:
May 24, 26 and 28th - 5:30PM TO 7:00PM
Pre-registration with DOC OR TEAM Coach is Mandatory
Where: Riverview Farm Park #3
CONTACT
DOC Cousineau at doc@newportnewsfc.com
Rob Webb at GirlsDOC@NewportNewsFC.com
Ed Timas at BoysDOC@NewportNewsFC.com
or call 757-753-3968

Waiver must be presented at tryouts, filled out completely and signed.

TRYOUT PARTICIPATION WAIVER

ONLINE REGISTRATION AVAILABLE

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How Registration works

Who can participate with Newport News FC?
All residents of Newport News and surrounding communities are eligible to tryout/participate with NNFC. Tryouts are for open for all current players, new players transferring to NNFC and recreation players. There is no cost to tryout.

How Newport News FC Tryouts work:
All Players will be evaluated on their individual technical ability (skill) and their decision making in small sided and full field game environments. Our tryouts are designed to give players a chance to showcase themselves individually and we welcome parents observing.

For Players New to the Club:
Once you submit the online registration form, your child will be officially registered. When you and your child arrive at tryouts you will need to sign a participation waiver form and pick up their tryout number (if used) from the registration table for them to participate. If you have questions, please contact our Director of Coaching at DOC@newportnewsfc.com.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR NEW PLAYERS:

IT IS A GOOD IDEA TO ATTEND EVERY TRYOUT IF POSSIBLE. IF YOU ARE GOING TO MISS ANY OF THE DATES, SEND AN EMAIL TO THE COACH OF THE AGE GROUP YOU ARE TRYING OUT FOR SO THEY KNOW YOU INTEND TO TRYOUT FOR THEIR TEAM. EMAILS CAN BE SENT TO SOCCER@NEWPORTNEWSFC.COM. PLEASE INCLUDE YOUR CHILD'S NAME, PHONE NUMBER AND A SHORT NOTE FOR THE COACH. EMAILS WILL BE FORWARDED ACCORDINGLY.

The Tryout Process and Team Placement

What players should bring?
All players should come prepared to play with a ball, water and shin guards.

When will we know if we made a team?
All Parents will be notified by email of team placement decisions on May 26th.

How do I determine my child's age group?
Please use the chart below or click here for a chart diagram.

The following age groups will be used for the Fall 2009/Spring 2010 Season:

• U19 - Players born 8/1/91 and younger
• U18 - Players born 8/1/92 and younger
• U17 - Players born 8/1/93 and younger
• U16 - Players born 8/1/94 and younger
• U15 - Players born 8/1/95 and younger
• U14 - Players born 8/1/96 and younger
• U13 - Players born 8/1/97 and younger
• U12 - Players born 8/1/98 and younger
• U11 - Players born 8/1/99 and younger
• U10 - Players born 8/1/01 and younger
• U09 - Players born 8/1/02 and younger
• U08 - Players born 8/1/03 and younger

Age Groups Made Easier
If you are unsure of what age group to register your child for here is another way to figure it out. If your child is nine now and will not turn ten until after August 1, they are considered an Under 10 (U10). This method can be used for any age group. In the previous example if they turned 10 July 31, they would be considered a U11 player.

Fee Schedule & Program Outline

Prospective Members,

Newport News FC, Inc. is a not for profit 501 (c) 3 corporation and uses membership fees to operate. However, we strive to keep our club fees among the most affordable for professionally managed clubs in the Hampton Roads area. The fee amounts listed for each player includes everything under the corresponding age program outline. You can also find a club fee comparison information below which provides the most updated information from other local clubs. All clubs listed offer the same level of tournaments, league play and programming. However, Newport News FC has won more championships than any other travel club listed.

Newport News FC offers very flexible payment plans and offers a limited number of scholarships each year. Click here for payment schedules and scholarship application.

U8-U14 Boys and Girls Fall 2010,
Winter and Spring 2011 Participation Outline

All U8-U14 Team Fees Include:
Supplemental Insurance for all Players
16-20 Travel League Games
8-16 Tournament Games
8 NNPR Indoor Soccer League Games
2 or 3 - 1½ hour professionally staffed training sessions each week
Head Coach and Assistant Coach Fees
Director of Coaching Training Sessions
Team Training Equipment

Keeper Training and Striker Training Camps

Technical Director Training Sessions

Paid Entry into the following Tournaments
Summer 7's - July 2009
The Busch Gardens Soccer Classic - August 2010
The Holiday Shootout - November 2010
The Hampton Roads Indoor Soccer Championships - Winter 2011
The Busch Gardens Spring Shootout & College Showcase - March 2011

TOTAL PARTICIPATION FEE: $1050.00
Click Here for Payment Installment Information

UNIFORMS ARE PURCHASED FOR A 3 YEAR PERIOD NEW UNIFORM CYCLE BEGINS WITH FALL SEASON 2009 – UNIFORMS PURCHASED THIS SEASON WILL BE USED FOR NEXT TWO YEARS.

UNIFORM COSTS

YOUTH SIZES $98.46
ADULT SIZES - $106.58

(INCLUDES WHITE/BLACK JERSEY, ADIDAS NUMBER ON BACK, PLAYER LAST NAME ON BACK, BLACK SHORTS, TWO PAIRS BLACK SOCKS, NNFC LOGO ON JERSEY & SHORTS)

Click here for image of uniforms and payment information.

U15-U19 Boys and Girls Fall 2010,
Winter and Spring 2011 Participation Outline

All U15-U19 Team Fees Include:
Supplemental Insurance for all Players
8-10 Travel League Games
4-8 Tournament Games
2 - 3 1½ hour professionally staffed training sessions each week
Head Coach Stipend
Assistant Coach Stipend
Director of Coaching Training Sessions
Team Training Equipment

Technical Director Training Sessions

Free Keeper and Striker Training

Free High School Tryout Mini Camp

Paid Entry into the following Tournaments:
Summer 7's - July 2010
The Busch Gardens Soccer Classic - August 2010
The Holiday Shootout - November 2010
The Hampton Roads Indoor Soccer Championships - Winter 2011
The Busch Gardens Spring Shootout & College Showcase - March 2011

And Paid Entry into an additional College Showcase Tournament

TOTAL PARTICIPATION FEE: $750.00
Click Here for Payment Installment Information

UNIFORMS ARE PURCHASED FOR A 3 YEAR PERIOD NEW UNIFORM CYCLE BEGINS WITH FALL SEASON 2009 – UNIFORMS PURCHASED THIS SEASON WILL BE USED FOR NEXT TWO YEARS.

UNIFORM COSTS

YOUTH SIZES $98.46
ADULT SIZES - $106.58

(INCLUDES WHITE/BLACK JERSEY, ADIDAS NUMBER ON BACK, PLAYER LAST NAME ON BACK, BLACK SHORTS, TWO PAIRS BLACK SOCKS, NNFC LOGO ON JERSEY & SHORTS)

Click here for image of uniforms and payment information.

SECURING ROSTER POSITIONS MUST BE DONE BY MAKING INITIAL DEPOSIT BY MAY 28TH.

Making Club Payments

Click Here to make online payments or pay by mail below.

Club Treasurer
Newport News FC
PO Box 2249
Newport News, VA 23609-0249

Make checks payable to "NNFC". Please include your child's name and team assignment with check.

Inclement Weather Plan

If any day is canceled due to weather all players should report the following day.

Weather Hotline
757-753-3968

What to expect after Tryouts

Whether or not your child is selected for a team, you will receive communication from the club by May 26, 2010. If your child is selected to join a team you will be contacted next by your team's coach or manager and given details about attending your team's organization meeting. Generally these meetings are held by July 1st. This year, all players will need to order new uniforms through your team managers to assure you have them by the start of the season. (You can find out what numbers are available from your coach or manager.)

Team meetings for all Teams

At the team meeting, every team should discuss the calendar and every coach will provide the opportunity for parents to learn about their expectations and goals for the teams and players.

Camps and Club Calendar

As a member of Newport News FC your child can take advantage of our member's only camps. We hold excellent team camps for every team. This year the Champions Camp Team Camp for U9-U14 teams will be held the week of July 19. All U15-U18 players should make plans to attend our Advanced Team Camp held the week of July 26th from 5PM-8PM at Riverview Farm Park. Information about these camp programs will be sent out to you after tryouts and all players are recommended to attend.

PRACTICES – MOST TEAMS WILL BEGIN TRAINING IN AUGUST 2010-2011

Newport News FC Club Calendar – At a Glance

Players should anticipate participation in listed programs.

Summer 2010

• *FC Individual Skills Camp (Open to all ages) - July 5-16, 2010 (Two Sessions)

• *FC Champions Team Camp (U10-14) - July 19-23, 2010

• *FC Advanced Team Camp (U15-U19) - July 26-30, 2010

• Summer 7's - July 31, 2010

• The Busch Gardens Soccer Classic - August 28-29, 2010

• Fall Practice Begins - August 2010

(*Parents pay for Summer and Winter Camps separately.)

Fall 2010

• Striker Training Camp

• Club Keeper Training Camp

• Director of Coaching Sessions

• Virginia Holiday Shootout - November 2010

• Regular league games begin - September 10, 11

• State Cup Participation Selected teams

Winter 2011

• Winter Indoor League Play with NNPR (January - March)

• Indoor Tournaments - Hampton Roads Indoor Soccer Championships (January and February)

Spring 2011

• Striker Training Camp

• Club Keeper Training Camp

• Director of Coaching Sessions

• The Busch Gardens Spring Soccer Shootout

• Regular league games begin

• State Cup Participation Selected teams

• Memorial Day Tournament Weekend - Optional

What if I still have questions?

If you still have questions, don't hesitate to contact our Director of Coaching at doc@newportnewsfc.com or by phone at (757) 753-3968.

Click Here for ONLINE REGISTRATION.

Click Here for ONLINE PAYMENTS.