|
Welcome to The Technical Area – January 14, 2009
Welcome to the 168th issue of The Technical Area. Inside you'll find information on the NSCAA and its educational offerings. Each biweekly issue offers the latest news and information from the NSCAA and its partners. Please note that because of the Annual Convention, there will be no installment of Coaching Corner. Coaching Corner will return with the next issue.
In this issue:
- 62nd Annual Convention Gets Underway
- Find the Award Winners Here
- Sign Up for the 2009 Algarve Cup
- 2009 US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop Registration Special Rate Continues
- Take the Fundamentals of Coaching Soccer Course
- Upcoming Non-Residential Courses
- Fox Soccer Channel – Your Home for Everything Soccer in the United States
- ESPN Coaches Fundraising
As a reminder, we welcome your feedback. If you have any ideas or suggestions for The Technical Area or have any coaching tips that you would like to share, please send them to feedback@nscaa.com.
62nd Annual Convention Gets Underway
The 62nd annual NSCAA Convention opens Wednesday, January 14, at the America’s Center in St. Louis, Mo. Registration will open at 2 p.m. that day in Room 101-107 of the America’s Center. Attendees who have preregistered can pick up their badges at that time. Those who still wish to attend can also register in Rooms 101-107 of the America’s Center. On-site registration fees are $300 for NSCAA members whose membership is current as of Dec. 31, 2008, and $400 for non-members. The non-member fee also includes a one-year NSCAA membership for those persons who have not been an NSCAA member previously. A Weekend Special rate of $99 also is available, which provides access to the Convention Saturday and Sunday.
On-site registration will take place at the America’s Center, Rooms 101-107, on the following dates and times:
Wednesday, January 14: 2 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Thursday, January 15: 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Friday, January 16: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, January 17: 8 a.m. – Noon
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the Convention, the NSCAA National Office will be closed from Tuesday, January 13 through Monday, Jan. 19.
The Awards Banquet will take place Friday, Jan. 16 at 7 p.m. (CST) in the Convention Center Ballroom. Among the awards to be presented are for Coaches of the Year at the Youth, High School and College levels, Long-Term Service Award, the Hall of Fame inductions, and the Honor Award. The All-America luncheon will be staged on Saturday, Jan. 17 at noon (CST) at the Convention Center Ballroom. If you can’t make it in person, check NSCAA.com for the latest news from St. Louis.
Find the Award Winners Here
The NSCAA has announced many of its 2008 award winners at the Youth, High School and College levels. These lists will expand daily, so visit the complete awards list page often. To view the list, CLICK HERE.
Sign Up for the 2009 Algarve Cup
Come join the NSCAA and the NSCAA Women’s Committee for a symposium in conjunction with the 2009 Algarve Cup in the Algarve region of Portugal. The symposium and tournament take place in March 2009. Cost is $695. For more information, CLICK HERE.
2009 US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop Registration Special Rate Continues
Through the end of January, save $50 on your early registration for the 2009 US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop.
US Youth Soccer is celebrating its 35th year in 2009 kicking off at the US Youth Soccer adidas Workshop in San Jose, Calif., March 5-7, 2009. Over 3,000 soccer coaches, administrators, referees and enthusiasts are expected at the organization's annual convention held this year at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. The convention features numerous classroom sessions and field demonstrations for coaches. Don’t miss the exhibit hall with over 200 exhibitors, featuring the latest equipment, technology, apparel, fundraising ideas and more.
Friday night is highlighted with the US Youth Soccer Awards Gala, followed by The After Party presented by adidas. On Saturday, players will love the Kick Zone with interactive games and prizes. The exhibit hall and Kick Zone are free and open to the public Saturday. Visit www.USYouthSoccer.org for more.
Take the Fundamentals of Coaching Soccer Course
The NSCAA and the National Federation of High School Associations have teamed up to create an online course titled the Fundamentals of Coaching Soccer. This introductory course is perfect for high school and youth coaches who want to establish a solid foundation for their coaching knowledge.
The interactive course features an engaging interface that incorporates audio, video and text to teach essential soccer coaching techniques and methods.
To learn more or to enroll in the course, go to NFHSLearn.com.
Upcoming Non-Residential Courses
Winter has arrived, and most of the country is in its grip. Although that means that soccer seasons are mostly over, don’t let the cold weather keep you from updating your coaching methodologies. Attend an NSCAA Coaching Education course. Keep checking NSCAA.com for the latest list. If you don't see a course near you, contact the State Technical Coordinator or Regional Technical Director for your area to schedule one. A complete list can be found HERE.
State Diploma
San Ramon, Calif. – Jan. 24
Lincoln, Neb. – Jan. 24
Denham Spring, La. – Jan. 24
Florence, S.C. – Jan. 31
Lititz, Pa. – Feb. 14
New Braunfels, Texas – Feb. 21
Tyler, Texas – Feb. 21
Austin, Texas – Feb. 22
Marietta, Pa. – Feb. 22
Clermont, Fla. – Feb. 28
Moyock, N.C. – Feb. 28
Williamsburg, Va. – Feb. 28
Ephrata, Pa. – Feb. 28
Regional Diploma
Trussville, Ala. – Jan. 16-17
Denham Spring, La. – Jan. 24-25
Klamath Falls, Ore. – Jan. 30-31
Lincoln, Neb. – Feb. 6-7
Porterville, Calif. – Feb. 7-8
Clermont, Fla. – Feb. 27-28
Moyock, N.C. – Feb. 28-March 1
Advanced Regional Diploma
Cody, Wyo. – Jan. 16-18
Teaneck, N.J. – Jan. 29; Feb. 8
Springdale, Ark. – Jan. 30-Feb. 1
Lincoln, Neb. – Feb. 6-8
Port St. Lucie, Fla. – Feb. 20-22
El Cajon, Calif. – Feb. 27-March 1
Greeley, Colo. – Feb. 27-March 1
Advanced Regional Supplement
Klamath Falls, Ore. – Feb. 1
Lincoln, Neb. – Feb. 8
State Goalkeeping Diploma
Melbourne, Fla. – Jan, 24
San Ramon, Calif. – Jan. 25
Kingsport, Tenn. – Jan. 30-31
Manassas, Va. – Jan. 31
Palm Bay, Fla. – Jan. 31
Springdale, Ark. – Feb. 21
Regional Goalkeeping Diploma
Melbourne, Fla. – Jan. 24-25
Kingsport, Tenn. – Jan. 31-Feb. 1
Manassas, Va. – Feb. 2
High School Coaches Diploma
Lexington, Va. – Jan. 23-25
Gainesville, Ga. – Jan. 30-Feb. 1
Fox Soccer Channel – Your Home for Everything Soccer in the United States 
Fox Soccer Channel offers the most comprehensive coverage of world-class soccer available in the United States, including Major League Soccer, England’s Barclays Premier League, Italy’s Serie A and the Argentine First Division. In addition, Fox Soccer Channel broadcasts global tournaments and competitions such as the UEFA Cup, UEFA Women’s Championship, English FA Cup, FIFA Club World Cup, CONCACAF Champions League and FA Community Shield. The Official Broadcast Partner of the US Youth Soccer, Fox Soccer Channel also televises the United Soccer Leagues,NCAA Division I college soccer matches through a partnership with the NSCAA, and Women’s Professional Soccer. For a complete schedule of this week’s live and premiere match telecasts, please visit foxsoccer.com. And don’t miss the broadcast of Center Circle live from the NSCAA Convention Thursday, Jan. 15 at 8 p.m. (CST).
ESPN Coaches Fundraising
The ESPN Coaches Fundraising Program is a grassroots magazine fundraising program targeting sports associations and teams across the United States, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands and Guam. Established in 2000, the program has assisted teams raise funds for travel, equipment, uniforms and more. Through the ESPN Coaches Fundraising Program teams and organizations have raised over $15 million by selling magazine subscriptions.
The ESPN Coaches Fundraising Programis as easy as the players selling a few subscriptions to ESPN The Magazine. Every time a 2-year subscription is sold for $40, the team keeps $30 from that order. 75% of the total sale goes directly to the team. Each $30 raised from every order really adds up. If just 20 players sell fivesubscriptions each, the team will earn $3,000.
It’s a Win-Win situation!
When the team has completed the program, they just return $10 per order with the order forms. It’s that simple.
|
