San Marcos Youth Soccer - A Local League For Local Families

Quick Notes on Players

• Shin guards are required at all practices and games.
• It is very important that players, boys and girls both remove their jewelry before and during  practices and  games!  Some examples: earrings, necklaces, bracelets,  NO exceptions are allowed, this is for the safety of all players.
• Sunglasses are not allowed except for medical prescriptions.  We recommend the use of sports glasses.
• Casts of any sort are not allowed in play at practices or games.  You must get a signed release from the players Doctor or legal guardian before the player returns to play.
• If a player is bleeding or has blood on themselves or on their uniforms, players will not be allowed on the field of play. 

 2012 Team Parent Handbook

What should a Team Contact List have

• Coaches name’, telephone, email address
• Assistant  Coaches’ name, telephone, email address
• Team Parent’s name, telephone, email address
• Player’s name
• Parents names  
  • Phone numbers – home & cell (optional) 
  • Email Addresses (optional)

 2012 Team Parent Handbook

Team Information Sheet

• Your coach will or received the Team Information Form in their coach’s packets at the SMYS coaches meeting. 
• Please complete and turn in your team information form at the Team Parent Meeting. 
• Recruit two parents from your team to work the concession stand.  
• These volunteers are only required to work one 1 ½ hour shift per season.  
• Concession duty will be just before, or just after your scheduled game time. 

 Team Information Sheet

Keep Parents Informed

During the season, it is important that you keep your player’s parents informed.  Having a reliable team contact list helps!  You, the Team Parent, will be the primary team contact.  Updates will be emailed to you so please make sure we have your email address.  Update should be shared with your team.   It is your responsibility to inform your team and prepare them for all upcoming soccer events such as snack day, concessions and picture day.

You should also help the coach set a positive tone for the team.  Remind parents that coaches coach and parents cheer.  Remind them to be courteous to the referees, and pick up trash after practices and games.

Remember this is all about the kids having fun.

 2012 Team Parent Handbook

Team Pictures

Picture forms will be available one week before and on the day of picture day and will need to be filled out regardless if you are or are not purchasing additional photos.  Your scheduled picture time will be posted on the SMYS website, and team parents will receive an email informing you of your scheduled picture time.  Your entire team must be there in full uniform (except shin guards) and ready to go 30 minutes before your scheduled time! 

Coaches, team parents, and sponsors (if they choose to participate) are included in the team picture.  Be ready, wear your team colors or team shirt, and smile!

Picture packets:

• 3”x5” individual photo
• (1)3” button photo
• (4) Wallets
• 5”x7” team photo
• Folder with league name and date

You do have the option of purchasing additional photos.  Magazine covers, buddy pictures, trading cards, posters, etc… will be available to purchase on picture day from the photographer.  Parent must fill out an additional form for additional photos.

Pictures will be distributed within 4-6 weeks after picture day. 

 2012 Team Parent Handbook

Important Safety Information - Hot Days

We can almost guarantee that there will be a few hot, high temperature game days.  Here are a few tips to help you and your team stay safe.      

• Sunscreen before Games, Re-apply if necessary! Sunscreen should be sweat proof to avoid getting it in the eyes during the game.
• Keep your players hydrated.
• If you can, bring shade.
• Cool wet towels are a good way of cooling down.

If you are concerned about a player suffering a heat related illness, please contact the referee, board member or notify the coach. Some things to look out for if you have a concern about a player:

Heat cramps:  It is the mildest form of heat illness, and it usually occurs before or after exercise affecting only the specific muscles used.  No medical attention is required.

Symptoms- thirst, chills, clammy skin, throbbing heart, muscle spasms, and nausea

Treatment- First, move the child to the shade and remove excess clothing.  Have child drink 4-8 ounces of water or sports drink.

Heat Exhaustion:  More serious than heat cramps and may need medical attention.  This results from a reduced blood volume due to excessive sweating, which causes the blood to pool in the arms and legs, causing the child to feel dizzy or faint.

Symptoms- Nausea, extreme fatigue, reduced sweating, headache, shortness of breath, weak and rapid pulse, dry mouth.

Treatment- Move the child to a cool place.  Have the child drink slowly 16 ounces of fluid such as water or sports drink for every pound of weight lost.  Remove sweaty clothes and place ice/ice pack behind the child's head.  Seek medical attention if there is NO improvement.

Heat Stroke: If a child is suffering from heat stroke, call 911 immediately.  Heat stroke is a life threatening illness where the body's temperature/regulating process stops functioning.

Symptoms- Sweating, hot and dry skin, swollen tongue, visual disturbances, rapid pulse, unsteady gait, fainting, low blood pressure, vomiting, headache, loss of consciousness, shock.

Treatment- Call 911 and remove sweaty clothes.  Cover child with ice packs, immerse child in cold water if possible or rub with alcohol.  If the child is in shock, elevate feet. 

 2012 Team Parent Handbook