Continue reading »]]> International soccer camp coming to Polson!  

Players:      ages 4 to 14

When:         July 30 – August 3

Where:        Kerr Dam Fields

Deadline:    July 20, 2012    (A $10 late fee will be added after this date.  Players are encouraged to sign up early.)

PYSA is excited to announce that the leading provider of soccer camps in the United States and Canada is coming to Polson this summer.  British Soccer Camps provide players of all ages and abilities with the rare opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international experts. Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages, and a daily tournament. Equally important, the Challenger coaching staff provides your child with lessons in respect, responsibility, integrity, sportsmanship and leadership. Camp programs include a free ball and shirt and a free British Soccer jersey for on line registrations 45 days prior to camp!  For camp details and registration go to: Challenger Soccer Camp – Polson

Continue reading »]]> Polson Youth Soccer Association has immediate openings on the Board of Directors to fill recent vacancies.  PYSA’s Bylaws allow for up to nine Directors.  We currently have five.  Anyone interested in becoming more involved with PYSA is encouraged to email info@polsonyouthsoccer.org to express your interest.

Board meetings are typically held on the third Thursday of each month starting at 6:30 PM.  Board members are expected to attend Board meetings, serve on one committee, and attend PYSA functions.

PYSA is also looking for parents interested in helping out and sitting on a committee, such as fundraising, fields/equipment, communications, new facilities, registration, and coach/player development.  These meetings are typically less frequent and occur separate from Board meetings.  If interested in helping out by sitting on a committee, please email us.

Continue reading »]]> 2012 Fall Registration is now open!

Season games run September 16th through October 14th.

Registration fee: $35 if player is registered and paid by June 8th, $50 if registered after June 8th.

Please send Fall Registration form and payment to:   PYSA, P.O. Box 1337, Polson, MT 59860

PYSA 2012 Fall Registration Form

PYSA Fall Financial Assistance Form

We’re looking forward to another great season!

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~ HELP US BUILD NEW SOCCER FACILITIES ~

COME TO PYSA’S 2ND ANNUAL SPRING DINNER!

• What:         PYSA Taco Dinner Fundraiser
  
• When:       Sunday, April 22, 2012  ~  5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Where:      Polson High School Cafeteria
• Cost:          $5 per person or $20 per family
• A 50/50 raffle will also be held.  Raffle tickets can be purchased at the door or beforehand from any Spring PYSA player.  Presence at the dinner is not requried to win.  Past winners have won $750!

PYSA is dedicated to offering an opportunity to any child to play soccer regardless of economic status.  Each year, we attempt to offer over $3,000 in scholarships to players.  We are also concentrating  fundraising efforts toward obtaining a state of the arts soccer complex where we will able to have a longer, more productive soccer season and host soccer tournaments for visiting teams.  This is not only great for our area youth, but also great for the local economy.

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Registration for Spring Soccer is Open!

• What: Spring Soccer.  Spring soccer is an awesome way to take soccer to the next level.  Spring Soccer is a more competitive soccer program than fall rec.  Teams will travel on many Saturdays between April and June.
• When: Some teams begin practicing indoors after the first of the year.  Outdoor practice usually begins after the snow melts.  Games are April – June.
• Who: Soccer Players that want to play competitively, and are willing to travel.  Age U9 – U19.  (See the Age Chart to determine your soccer age.)
• How Much: U9 – U11 registration is $140 plus uniforms    U12 – U19 is $175 plus uniforms.

BRING the following items to Northwest Real Estate Management Group  (across Highway 93 from A&W)  or mail to:  PO Box 1337  Polson, MT  59860

• Spring Registration Form
• Player Information Form
• Medical Release Form
• Copy of Birth Certificate
• $50 Deposit

Your coach will contact you sometime after the first of the year with more information about the season.

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• Experience
• Credentials (prior training and licensing)
• Parent and Player Feedback
• Willingness to work with other coaches
• A coaching philosophy that is in alignment with the PYSA Vision and Mission Statements (see below).

PYSA Board Members

VISION STATEMENT

Polson Youth Soccer Association envisions a highly-respected organization that

• Provides quality player development through exceptional coaches, facilities, and volunteers;
• Promotes a love of soccer  in our community and a healthy lifestyle; and
• Inspires pride and the highest level of sportsmanship in our players, coaches and parents.

MISSION STATEMENT

By promoting player development and sportsmanship in an enjoyable environment, Polson Youth Soccer Association encourages a healthy lifestyle and love of soccer in players of all skill levels and backgrounds from throughout the Greater Polson area.

Continue reading »]]> PYSA Fall Soccer Parents, Players and Coaches

The time has arrived for fall soccer games to begin!

Due to a large number of late registrations, formation of teams and completion of the field layout and game schedule was delayed.  We appreciate all your support.  Next year we will put a lot of effort into getting the word out about registration and ask parents to watch for registration in the spring and early summer.   This will allow our volunteers to provide a smooth start to the season.

Following are additional documents that can be of assistance to you:

• Fall Rec 2011 Game Schedule
• Kerr Dam Fields Layout – Fall Rec 2011
• Fall Rec 2011 Game Rules

The following are simple instructions for the fall 2011 PYSA Soccer Season, and in particular for this Sunday September 11:

Coaches

• Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled game time (1:00pm, 2:00pm or 3:30pm) at Kerr Dam Fields this Sunday September 11.
• Team colored shirts can be obtained near the concession stand for your team. Extras may be provided if available.
• Please immediately proceed to your field location per the game schedule and field layout map and await your players.
• Please have your players put on their team shirts, warm up, and be ready to play at the start time established.
• Game durations and rules are located in the attached document.
• Parents are to be on one side of the field and coaches/players on the opposite side please.
• Referees will arrive to the field shortly before game time. We are trying to get a single referee for all games, but if a referee is not available for some reason, please have each coach or team representative referee half the game, and begin the game at the scheduled start time.
• No coaching by referees during the game shall be permitted. Just let them play and have fun!
• Be kind and respectful to the players, the parents, the other team, and especially the volunteer referees and PYSA volunteers.

Parents and Players

• Please arrive at Kerr Dam Fields at least 15 minutes (or as directed by your coach) prior to your scheduled game time of either 1:00pm, 2:00pm or 3:30pm.
• Please immediately proceed to your field location per the game schedule and field layout map and await your coach if he has not arrived. The game schedules and field map will also be posted at the concession stand each week for your convenience.
• Coaches will hand out the colored team shirts this Sunday prior to game time at the assigned field.
• Players should put on their team shirts, warm up, and be ready to play at the start time established.
• Parents are to be on one side of the field and coaches/players on the opposite side please.
• Players must wear shin guards under their socks, or they cannot play. Soccer cleats are recommended.
• Bring plenty of water.
• Be kind and respectful to the coaches, the players, the parents, the other team, and especially the volunteer referees and PYSA volunteers.
• Most importantly, have a good time!

The attached information will also be posted on the west side of the concession stand, and PYSA volunteers will be located near the concession stand to answer any questions. Food will be available in the concession stand, and shin guards and cleats will be available at the concession stand for purchase if needed. If there are any mistakes noted on the rosters or in the game schedules, please contact us at:  info@polsonyouthsoccer.org

Thank You!!!

Your PYSA Board Members and Volunteers

Continue reading »]]> 4th of July

Come join Polson Youth Soccer for our 2nd Annual Fourth of July Parade and celebrate a great year of soccer!

We will be meeting at Cherry Valley at 10:30 am for the line-up.  The parade starts at noon, so there is plenty of time to coordinate and decorate.  Again, this year, players will be walking the parade route demonstrating their soccer skills.  Players will not be riding on trailers or in pick-ups.  What you do you need to do to participate or help?

• Wear your spring uniform/fall t-shirt;
• Bring a soccer ball, if you have one, and a water bottle;
• Bring a bag of candy to throw out to the spectators along the route;
• And finally, a great attitude, your ball skills, and a smile!

Darlis Smith will be organizing the parade again this year.  If you have any questions or would like to donate your vehicle, you may reach her @ darlisjsmith@montanasky.net.