About JTAA Soccer
OUR MISSION
We want to introduce players and parents to the wonderful sport of soccer, the most popular sport in the world. Soccer is gaining momentum in the United States thanks to more and more children having the opportunity to learn and play it, along with the success of the men’s and women’s national teams in World Cup play. We also want our players to learn the importance of teamwork and good sportsmanship.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
This is a RECREATION league. We exist to teach the game of soccer to players of all skill levels while providing those players and parents with a fun, rewarding experience. Therefore, these are the goals that will guide all our actions:
- To have fun
- to learn the game
- To exhibit good sportsmanship
We want to thank all the players, parents and coaches for participating in the JTAA Recreational Soccer Program. JTAA Rec Soccer grows each year. More than 1,400 players on approximately 118 teams, over 120 referees and approximately 200 coaches. JTAA Rec Soccer is one of the largest sports programs in JTAA.
JTAA REC SOCCER BOARD
Coaches and Division Directors are the key people once the season begins. Coaches handle their teams and Division Directors are in charge of monitoring activities within their division. If parents have any kind of question, concern or suggestion, their first communication should be with the coach. If the response is unsatisfactory or more information is required, the next step is the Division Director. After that, please address concerns to the League Director.
Please keep in mind that along with your coaches, the Board and Division Directors are VOLUNTEERS. For many of us, we have returned every year for the past few years. We do not get paid for the all the dedicated hours we put in to run the rec soccer league. Your patience and understanding of this is appreciated. If you are interested in volunteering just several hours this season, please let the League Director know. As you can see, we have several positions open.
SOME BASICS
PAYS (Parents Association for Youth Sports)
This video tells parents how they are expected to behave. The JTAA Executive Board requires that one parent/guardian of every player in any JTAA sport take the PAYS class at least once. If you are new to JTAA and have not taken the class, you will need to do so before the first game of the season on September 9th. You can view the video on-line at jtaa.org then click on PAYS Program. This video is 20 mins long and there is $6.00 fee to view it on-line.
INSURANCE
JTAA has purchased secondary insurance for all registered players, coaches and referees. Remember, this is SECONDARY insurance. You must have primary insurance for your child.
EQUIPMENT/UNIFORMS
Each player will be provided with a uniform consisting of shorts, socks and jersey. Players much provide shin pads. Every player must wear shin pads for every practice and all games. Proper shoes (no metal cleats) are also required. No jewelry of any kind is permitted during games or practices. The player will be asked to remove the jewelry prior to the game starting. Glasses are permitted only with a lanyard. Players should also bring their own ball to practice.
- 6-U8; size 3
- 10; size 4
- 12-U18; size 5
Always bring water to practice and games!
PRACTICES
Practices are important, but not mandatory or essential. No player will be penalized for being tardy or missing a practice. We understand that homework, music lessons, religious services and other activities may take precedent over soccer practice. Please be on time to pick up your child after practice. Coaches will wait until all players are picked up, but please don’t keep them waiting long. They are volunteers and are already putting in a lot of time by directing your player’s team. Practices are held after 5:00 PM Monday-Thursday.
GAMES
All Divisions will have games on Saturdays. U10 and higher will begin midweek games (Wednesday or Thursday nights) beginning the week of October 18th. Referees will be provided for all games with the exception of U6Coed games.
PARTICIPATION IN GAMES
It is a league rule that every player plays at least half of every game, this is not a guideline, it’s a rule. Parents have every right to question a coach if this is not being followed. If the coach does not correct the situation, be sure and let the Division Director know. It is also not up to the parents to keep track of playing time. Coaches are supposed to monitor playing time and try to ensure equal time for all players.
PICTURES/TROPHIES/PARTICIPANT TEE SHIRTS
The registration fee includes a team picture, a picture of the player, trophy or soccer bag and participant tee shirt. Parents can purchase more pictures for additional fees. Pictures will be taken in September/October. Your coach and/or Division Director will inform you of the dates and times.
SNACKS
A designated parent or parents (depending on how the team decides to set it up), provides drinks and treats for each player after every game.
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