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	DMV Soccer Organizations Unite in Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, area soccer clubs and organizations have joined to form DMV UNITED. DMV UNITED formed to provide organizations with a way to share ideas, resources, and best practices in these unprecedented times. Please find the full DMV United Press Release here: https://www.sackick.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/DMV-United-Press-Release-3.pdf
	Coronavirus (COVID-19) – Club Updates Update #4 – Spring Season Updates (Thursday, 3/26) Complex and SAC staff Bob Lucido Fields at Covenant Park remain closed until further notice. SAC operational staff will continue to work remotely. Please direct all inquires to asksac@sachc.org. Recreational/Select/Jrs Program The Spring season will be delayed until the weekend of May 2 in conjunction with Howard County Public School Closures. Rec Plus Tournament/Tech Training The Rec Plus tournament has been cancelled. Rec Plus technical training has been delayed to May 4. We are hoping to get four sessions in on May 4, 11, 18 & June 1. Spring Break Camp/Rec & Select Tech Training/Goalkeeper Tech Training All of theses programs have been canceled for the spring. Registration fees will be refunded soon. Select and Travel Tryouts We are still planning to follow the posted tryout schedule. Please check back for changes as we approach those dates. EDP Travel EDP has proposed three potential schedules with different start dates. View here NCSL Travel NCSL has a board meeting Monday night to discuss the situation. CMSSL Travel The Spring season will be delayed until the weekend of May 2 in conjunction with Howard County Public School Closures. State Cup/Presidents Cup State Cup & Presidents Cup games have been postponed. Please visit the MSYSA website at msysa.org for further information. Columbia Memorial Invitational Tournament At this time, the tournament will go on as scheduled. Update #3 – Spring Season Updates (Friday, 3/20) Complex and SAC staff Bob Lucido Fields at Covenant Park remain closed until further notice. SAC operational staff will continue to work remotely. Please direct all inquires to asksac@sachc.org. Recreational/Select/Jrs Program SAC continues to follow the guidance of our governing body, US Youth Soccer. Their recommendations are not to start the season until at least April 15th. SAC will also follow all federal and state mandates regarding public gatherings and closures. SAC believes that, if we can start by May 15th, there will be a season. Spring Break Camp/Rec & Select Tech Training/Goalkeeper Tech Training All of theses programs have been canceled for the spring. Registration fees will be refunded soon. Select and Travel Tryouts We are still planning to follow the posted tryout schedule. Please check back for changes as we approach those dates. EDP Travel EDP has postponed the season. There is currently no timetable for a start date. NCSL Travel NCSL has a board meeting Monday night to discuss the situation. CMSSL Travel CMSSL has postponed the start date of April 4th. There is currently no timetable for a start date. State Cup/Presidents Cup State Cup & Presidents Cup games have been postponed. Please visit the MSYSA website at msysa.org for further information. Columbia Memorial Invitational Tournament At this time, the tournament will go on as scheduled. Update #2: In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and in conjunction with actions taken by US Youth Soccer (USYS) and the US Soccer Federation, *all SAC activities (programs, leagues, games, practices, trainings, meetings, gatherings, etc.) are SUSPENDED through April 15, 2020. SAC will be monitoring conditions on a weekly basis to determine if and when it’s appropriate to reinstate club activities. Rec, Select & Junior Academy Updates We are still planning to start our Spring season on the weekend of April 18. More details about schedules and practices will be sent out in the near future. Travel & Development Academy Updates The start of all Travel and DA leagues will be determined by the corresponding league. Please frequent your leagues official website for the most up-to-date information. Technical Training Updates We are planning to delay technical training until the week of April 20. We will make every effort to get the entire session in. More details about schedules will be sent out in the near future. Official statement from USYS: https://www.usyouthsoccer.org/2020-usys-leagues-program-and-conference-activities-suspended/ Official statement from US Soccer: https://www.ussoccer.com/stories/2020/03/us-soccer-da-suspends-matches-through-april-30-and-cancels-spring-cup-as-precaution Update #1:* Official club statement regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19) Click here (.pdf)
	Fall 2020/Spring 2021 Travel/Pre-Academy Coaches The 2020/2021 Travel/Pre-Academy Coaches list has been posted to the website. Click here to view.
	All Club Fields & Offices Are Closed In response to the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19), and in conjunction with local, state and national government advisories, The SAC office will be closed until further notice. Staff members will continue to work from home. Please reach out via email with any questions/concerns. All fields at the Bob Lucido Fields at Covenant Park are closed. The use of our private complex, including any club fields or facilities is strictly prohibited. Any continued use during this time will be considered trespassing.
	Helpful tips to prevent spread of respiratory diseases With the increasing number of cases of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) being reported we want to help you, our members, and your players stay healthier by encouraging everyone to use the same basic health rules you’d use with any virus. Staying home when you are sick (including players!) and regular and complete handwashing are the start. See the CDC’s recommended everyday preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases here: https://bit.ly/2x7FoAc More information about COVID-10: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html
	Board of Directors Nominating Committee The Soccer Association of Columbia is currently seeking nominations for the Board of Directors. The following one year term positions are up for election: V/P Juniors, V/P Recreation, V/P Travel, V/P Facilities, V/P Special Programs, V/P Sportsmanship, V/P Membership & Fundraising. The following two year term positions are also up for election: President and Executive Administrator. If interested, please contact Frank Turney at vp-travel@sac-hc.org. The nomination deadline is April 15th, 2020.
	How to become a US Soccer Grassroots Referee Interested in becoming a referee? Maryland Soccer Referees can help you get started! A detailed account of the process can be found here: https://www.sackick.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/How-to-Become-a-US-Soccer-Grassroots-Referee.pdf
	Mentor Coaching Program SAC is currently accepting Recreational Mentor Coaches for the Spring 2020 season. Players aged 16 or older are eligible to coach one of SAC’s Recreational teams. This is a great way to fulfill service hour requirements, build experience and teach young players soccer. The commitment for this program is a one hour practice during the week, at a time and location of your choosing, and a game each Saturday for the 8 weeks of the season (starting April 18). We recommend pairing up with a friend (two coaches), but it is not required. If interested, please contact cblackburncoo@sachc.org.
	2020/2021 Tryout Dates 2020/2021 Tryout Dates have been posted to the website. Select Tryouts Travel Tryouts
	Spring 2020 Season Dates Rec & Select will play on the following weekends: April 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16, 30 June 6, 13
	Glory Days Gift Certificate Promo SAC is selling $25 gift certificates to Glory Days (Ellicott City Location) for $15. Certificates will expire June 30, 2020. Limited number of certificates available. Cash or Check only. Not redeemable for cash, alcohol or gratuity. Contact Gina at the SAC office if you are interested: gina@sachc.org
	The Bob Lucido Fields at Covenant Park An aerial tour of our complex. https://vimeo.com/138686409
	SAC Magnets SAC car magnets and stickers can be obtained free of charge at the SAC Office.

Lucido Fields at Covenant Park

(410) 992-1111

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BOE – Grass Fields

(410) 313-6827

Alpha Ridge Park/Glenelg HS/Marriott’s Ridge HS/Western Regional Park

(410) 313-4372

Blandair Park/Oakland Mills HS

(410) 313-3673

Dayton Oaks Park/Reservoir HS/Schooly Mills Park

(410) 313-4458

Howard Community College

(410) 992-1111

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Atholton HS/Cedar Lane Park/Hammond HS/Wilde Lake HS

(410) 313-4453

Centennial HS/Centennial Park/River Hill HS

(410) 313-4454

Howard HS/Long Reach HS/Mt.Hebron HS/Rockburn Park/Troy Park

(410) 313-4455

Primary Tryouts

SAC holds Primary Tryouts annually in the May/June time frame for the upcoming seasonal year. Please refer to the Supplemental Tryouts section to view teams who are actively looking for players.

Primary tryouts for the Fall 2020/Spring 2021 season have been posted:
Select Tryouts
Travel/Pre-Academy Tryouts

Supplemental Tryouts

Supplemental tryouts are scheduled by coaches who are looking to add players to their team. Some teams will post specific tryouts dates/times and others will issue a general notice. Either way, please reach out to the contact listed if you are interested in attending.

Tryouts for the Fall 2019/Spring 2020 Season:

Boys 2008 Select
3/12 | 6:00pm | Clarksville MS
Contact coach Jensen at Jonolavjensen@yahoo.com for additional information

Boys 2009 Select
3/17 | 5:00pm | Covenant Park 8A
Contact coach Ward at andrewward358@gmail.com for additional information.

Boys 2011 Select
3/18 | 6:00pm | Long Reach HS
Contact coach Caporaletti at mattcap81@yahoo.com for additional information

Girls 2009/2010 Select
5/15 | 5:15-6:30pm | Long Reach High School
Large field next to the parking lot. Players must wear covered shin guards, and bring plenty of water.
Contact the AGC, Mike McMillion, at 2010girls@sac-hc.org with questions

Boys 2009 Select
3/24 | 6:00-7:15pm | River Hill High School
Contact coach Mitchell at torymitch@hotmail.com for additional information.

Boys 2008 Travel (Premier White & United Gold)
Looking for players for the Spring 2020 season
Please contact coach Ouchikh at mouchikh@gmail.com for supplemental details

Girls 2006 Travel (United Gold)
Looking for one player to join our team for winter indoor league, spring outdoor league and two local tournaments.
Contact coach Rose at eric.q.rose@gmail.com if interested

Boys 2004 Travel (Premier White)
Looking for a player for the spring season
Contact coach Ibrahim at isumed@hotmail.com

Girls 2010 Travel (United Blue & United White)
Looking for players for the spring season
Contact coach Prince at coach.joe.prince@gmail.com

Girls 2007 Travel (Premier White)
Looking for a goalkeeper for the spring season.
Contact coach Pickett at geoffpickett@hotmail.com if interested

Girls 2005 Travel (United Blue)
Looking for 1-2 accomplished players. Field and goalkeepers.
Contact coach Campisi at charlutz@gmail.com if interested.

Boys 2009 Travel (Pre-Academy)
Looking for 2-3 players.
Contact coach Sancho-Davila at osanchodavila@yahoo.com if interested

Girls 2008 Travel (United Blue)
Looking for a GK for winter and spring.
Contact coach Ward at jimward.2374@gmail.com if interested

Girls 2004 Travel (Premier White)
Looking for a GK and field player. Team competes in EDP and State Cup during the Spring Season.
Contact coach Sample at intergk@yahoo.com if interested

Boys 2004 Travel (Premier Blue)
Looking to add 1-2 players
Contact coach Garcia at bryantsgarcia@gmail.com if interested

Girls 2001 Travel (Premier White)
Contact coach Filler at jfiller26@gmail.com for details

Meeting Schedule

Junior Academy Coaches Meeting
March 25, 2020 | 8:00pm | SAC Office

New Rec Coaches Meeting
April 2, 2020 | 7:30pm | SAC Office

Rising 2013/2012 Parent Meeting
April 22, 2020 | 8:00pm | Covenant Church

Travel Tryout Meeting
April 26, 2020 | 7:00pm | SAC Office

Select Team Tryout Meeting
May 6, 2020 | 8:00pm | Covenant Church

Annual General Meeting
June 9, 2020 | 8:00pm | Covenant Church

Travel Coaches Meeting
August 23, 2020 | 7:00pm | Covenant Church

Select Tournament Meeting
August 25, 2020 | 6:30pm | Covenant Church

Rec Coaches Meeting
August 25, 2020 | 8:00pm | Covenant Church

Junior Academy Coaches Meeting
August 26, 2020 | 8:00pm | Covenant Church

Coaching Education Schedule

Rec Coaching Education
Instructor: Aki Lake, Recreational Program Director

Observing Travel Technical Training
TBD

Rec GK Education
TBD

Junior Academy Coaches Training
Instructor: Willie Ibarra, Travel Coach
TBD

New Coaches Training Session
TBD

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	US Soccer Heading Mandates US Soccer has implemented mandates, effective January 1, 2016, which restrict the heading of a soccer ball for players aged 12 and under. Click here for more complete information on the mandates.
	Concussions in Soccer What players, parents, coaches, & referees need to know. Provided by U.S. Soccer: Powerpoint: https://ussoccer.box.com/s/ik3j2mh4xrs82zfsn4wgy9x00pgmi3cm Video: https://ussoccer.box.com/s/c44by584fg167wejxk2lw1k66bntu0s5
	Concussion Facts. Provided by CDC http://www.cdc.gov/headsup/youthsports/coach.html
	Howard County Introduces Life-Saving App Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services has introduced a smartphone app called PulsePoint. When someone calls 911 about a person in sudden cardiac arrest, PulsePoint will notify citizens in the area trained in CPR that someone needs assistance. It also provides maps and directions to the nearest Automated External Defibrillator, or AED. Source Article from Baltimore Sun