Southwest Family YMCA Fall 2010 Youth Sports

Southwest Family YMCA

SOCCERVOLLEYBALL

FALL2010

It's more than a game.

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SCHEDULES

FALL SPORTSCarpool, coach, teammate and practice requests are taken with registration and honored whenever possible. For maps to practice

and game locations visit ymcalouisville.org.

SOCCER

Each player must provide their own shin guards. Cleats are optional.

AGE 3 | COED SOCCERDescription

• This is an introduction to the sport of soccer.• Teams play 4 on 4 with no goalie and each quarter lasts 4

minutes.• Size 3 soccer balls are used.• Officials take an active role in coaching as well as enforcing the

rules.

Practice and Games• Teams practice once a week for 20-30 minutes.• Practice takes place directly before each game.• Games are held on Saturdays.• Games take place at the Southwest YMCA.

AGES 4-5 | COED SOCCERDescription

• This is an introduction to the rules of soccer.• Focus is on learning throw-ins, corner kicks, and a modified goal

kick.• Teams play 6 on 6 with goalies and each quarter lasts 8 minutes.• Size 3 soccer balls are used.• Officials take an active role in coaching as well as enforcing the

rules.

SOCCER

VOLLEYBALL

Practice and Games• Teams practice one night each week for an hour.• Practices are available Monday through Friday.• Games take place on Saturdays.• Practices and games are held at the Southwest YMCA.


• Focus is on skill development and rules of the game.• Teams play 7 on 7 with goalies and each quarter lasts 10 minutes.• Size 4 soccer balls are used.


August 30 | Registration Deadline September 8 | Rosters Distributed

September 19 | Player Orientation

September 26 | Picture Day

Sept. 26 - Nov. 21 | Fall Season

August 9 | Registration Deadline August 18 | Rosters DistributedAugust 28 | Player Orientation

September 11 | Picture Day

August 28 - Nov. 6 | Fall Season


AGES 8-9 | COED SOCCER and AGES 8-10 | GIRLS SOCCER

Description• Focus is on continued skill development and teamwork.• Teams play 9 on 9 with goalies and each quarter lasts 10 minutes.• Size 4 soccer balls are used.



• Focus is on continued skill development and physical fitness.• Teams play 11 on 11 with goalies and each quarter lasts 12

minutes.• Size 4 soccer balls are used.

Practice and Games• Teams practice two nights each week for an hour.• Practices are available Monday through Friday.• Games take place on Saturdays.• Practices and games are held at the Southwest YMCA.• Teams may travel to other YMCA branches for some games.

AGES 12-14 | COED SOCCER and AGES 11-14 | GIRLS SOCCER

Description• Focus is on continued skill development, physical fitness and

teamwork.• Teams play 11 on 11 with goalies and each half lasts 35 minutes.• Size 5 soccer balls are used.

Practice and Games• Teams practice two nights a week for an hour.• Practices are available Monday through Friday.• Games take place on Saturdays.• Practices and games are held at the Southwest YMCA.• Teams may travel to other YMCA branches for some games.

AGES 10-14 | SOCCER TOURNAMENTDescription

• This is an end of season tournament.• Takes place at Louisville Champions Park.• The tournament games are held on a Saturday and Sunday.• Coaches will provide further details.

SOCCER (continued)

VOLLEYBALL

AGES 8-10 | COED VOLLEYBALLDescription

• This is an introduction to the sport of volleyball.• Focus is on learning the rules and the correct way to contact the

ball.• Players serve from 10 feet closer than a regular service line.• Teams play 6 on 6 with 3 games per match.• The net is approximately 6 feet high.

Practice and Games• Teams practice one night a week for an hour.• Practices are available Monday through Friday.• Games take place on Sundays.• Practices and games are held at Epworth Church.

AGES 11-14 | COED VOLLEYBALLDescription

• Focus is on teamwork and skill development.• Teams play 6 on 6 with 3 games per match.• The net is approximately 7 feet high.

Practice and Games• Teams practice one night a week for an hour.• Practices are available Monday through Friday.• Games take place on Sundays.• Practices and games are held at Epworth Church.


FEESA portion of your registration fees may be applied towards YMCA membership.

Through the Spirit Program, the YMCA strives to turn no one away due to inability to pay.

SOCCER AGES 3-5 / AGES 6-14 Facility Member | $40 / $50

Program Participant | $65 / $75

VOLLEYBALLFacility Member | $50

Program Participant | $75

Soccer fees include team shirt, picture, socks and award. Volleyball fees include team shirt and trophy.

YOU CAN HELP!For information about how to volunteer visit ymcalouisville.org or call the branch.

Coaches attend practices and games, providing leadership and skill development.

Team Managers assist with team activities such as coordinating schedules and snack duties.

Team Sponsorships are used to fund opportunities for participation to children who otherwise could not afford it. Sponsorships include company logo on player and coach t-shirts. Show your support for strong kids!

QUESTIONS?For questions about Youth Sports contact:

Lauren Kern502.933.9622

[email protected]

Southwest Family YMCA2800 Ford Haven Road

Louisville, KY 40214502.933.9622

Youth Sports are also available at the following branches: Bullitt County, Southeast, Northeast, and Olham County.

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Southwest Family YMCA Fall 2010 Youth Sports