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2018 Whatcom FC Rangers Information Night

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“Foster growth of elite soccer players in Whatcom County by providing a holistic approach to player development.” Provide a safe, positive and engaging environment to learn the game

• f soccer. We understand that we have kids with varying levels of

ability and a variety of reasons for participation. We strive to meet as many players as we can, at their level, and to provide pathways for those players to reach their fullest potential in this beautiful game.

A volunteer Board of Directors oversees our

Technical Staff

Director of Goalkeeping: Jamie Arthurs Youth Director: Seamus Leonard Boys U13-19 Director: Ryan Pow Technical Director: Derrick Ayers Director of Coaching: Noah Braun Girls U13-19 Director: Ike Onyeador Club Registrar: Charleen Wallace Technical Advisor: Travis Connell

Soccer in Whatcom County

Whatcom Sports & Recreation: ´ Runs the Sportsplex and maintains Phillips 66 Soccer Park ´ Operates Whatcom Soccer Academy youth camps at P66SP ´ Runs the Baker Blast and Rimland Cup summer Tournaments at P66SP ´ Operates Whatcom Select Soccer teams ´ Operates Bellingham United Whatcom County Youth Soccer Association ´ Operates Recreational soccer in Whatcom County Whatcom FC Rangers ´ Operates Premier level travel soccer teams sanctioned by WSYSA & USSF in Whatcom County

Development Pathway

Age Groups

Adding boys & girls U9-11 teams

U9-2010

Gold Blue

U10-2009

Gold Blue

U11-2008

Gold Blue

Roster Sizes & Field sizes

U9-2010 U10-2009

7v7 Roster Size: 9-12 players 2 Trainings per week 50x70 yard fields Build out lines 14 yards from end line - No punting 25 minute halves

U11-2008

9v9 Roster Size: 11-14 players 2-3 Trainings per week 55x80 yard fields 30 minute halves

Teams & Coaching Staff

Unified Club Calendar

• Tournament schedule posted before tryouts
• Unified club breaks
• 2-3 trainings per week
• Most trainings occur Monday-Thursday

between 4:30-9:30pm

• We utilize P66SP, Whatcom CC, Bellingham HS

& Civic Field for trainings & games

Boys & Girls U9-14 Calendar

´ April-May Tryouts ´ June 4 – August 12 Summer Tournaments ´ July 2-8 4th of July Break ´ August 13-26 Summer break ´ August 27 – November Fall RCL games ´ December Winter Break ´ January 2 – March Winter RCL games ´ April WA State Cup

Boys U15-19 Calendar

´ February Tryouts ´ March – April Spring Break ´ May 21 – August 12 Summer Tournaments ´ July 2-8 4th of July Break ´ August 13-26 Summer break ´ August 27 – December 16 Fall RCL games ´ December 17-January 1 Winter Break ´ January – February WA State Cup

Girls U15-19 Calendar

´ May Tryouts ´ May 21 – August 12 Summer Tournaments ´ July 2-8 4th of July Break ´ August 13 – October Fall Break ´ November – March Winter RCL games ´ December 17- January 1 Winter Break ´ April WA State Cup

Tryouts & Continuous Evaluation

Each age group will have two tryout dates. At the conclusion of the 2nd tryout, the technical staff, head coach, and assistant coach will collaborate to determine the best placement for each player as we form our Ranger’s teams for the upcoming season. The WFC Ranger staff is committed to a continuous evaluation process for those returning Ranger players and your evaluation is not exclusively based on two tryouts. Our players will develop at different rates during the year and throughout their careers. The club will guest play some of its players in trainings and games and in some cases re-roster players during the year to ensure players are participating in the most beneficial environment.

Tryout Dates & Times

Every player will receive an email after the 2nd tryout. If you are

• ffered a spot, players need to register to accept that spot.

Age Groups Dates Time Location April 25 5:15-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 April 26 5:15-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 3 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 7 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 2 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May4 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May3 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 7 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 10 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 11 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 9 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 11 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 9 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 10 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1

BOYS TRYOUTS

BU09 – 2010 BU15 – 2004 BU14 – 2005 BU13 – 2006 BU12 – 2007 BU11 – 2008 BU10 – 2009 Age Groups Dates Time Location April 25 6:30-7:45pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 April 26 6:30-7:45pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 3 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 7 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 2 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 4 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 2 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 4 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 10 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 10 & 11 May 11 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 10 & 11 May 9 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 May 11 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 May 9 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 May 10 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 May 16 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 17 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 16 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 17 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 16 7:20-9pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 17 7:20-9pm Phillips 66 Turf #1

GIRLS TRYOUTS

GU09 – 2010 GU19 – 2001/2000 GU17 – 2002 GU16 – 2003 GU15 – 2004 GU14 – 2005 GU13 – 2006 GU12 – 2007 GU11 – 2008 GU10 – 2009

Costs & Fundraising

Apply for Scholarships! https://whatcomfcrangers.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Ranger-Scholarship-Policy.pdf

Club Registration Fee: $500

• WCYSA & WSYSA Fees including secondary insurance
• Technical Staff

Coaching Stipend Fee: $200-$950 Team Fee $1000-$2000

• Coach travel
• Field fees for training and games
• Referee Fees
• Tournament registration
• League Fees

Uniform: $275 (if applicable, we will be on year 2 of a 3 year uniform cycle)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who/Where do we play?

• U9-10 RCL games are along the I-5 corridor as far south as Federal Way and

Gig Harbor

• U11-19 is state wide, including some out of state tournaments as they get
• lder

Are Rangers players allowed to play multiple sports?

• Yes!! We encourage kids to play multiple sports.
• The key is balancing their schedules, communication, and planning ahead.
• Let your coaches know about your schedule and possible conflicts.
• If they have to miss a training here or there for another activity we try to

provide alternate training opportunities with other teams.

FAQ’s

Is their movement of players between teams or are players stuck for an entire season on the same team?

• Rangers is dedicated to constant evaluation and movement of players to

help foster development.

• The most common player movement from team to team is done by guest

playing at trainings and games. We try to provide opportunities for players to train with other teams to create a more challenging environment or to promote more success. We sometimes offer guest playing opportunities in games and events to players deserving a more challenging game environment.

• Occasionally, there are players that would benefit mid season from a more

permanent team change, either moving up a team or dropping down a team to better fit their development. In these occasion we can move a player mid year. These types of more permanent roster changes only happen 1-2 times a year to allow for a stable team environment.

FAQ’s

Does Rangers run the Select program as well as the Premier teams?

• The Whatcom Sports and Rec. runs the Select soccer program in Whatcom

County and is a separate program from Rangers Premier Soccer.

• WFC Rangers aids the Select program with coaching education and

provides player development initiatives to help provide a pathway for those pursuing Premier soccer. Are all Ranger fees due up front?

• Rangers offers a number of payment options. They even have a six month

payment plan option! What types of scholarships are available?

• We offer more scholarships than any other club in Washington! We offer

scholarships to those who qualify to cover our $500 registration fee and uniform scholarships! We never want cost to be an obstacle for those interested in Rangers, we try to help reduce costs and offer payment plans for those who need it.

• https://whatcomfcrangers.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Ranger-

Scholarship-Policy.pdf

Questions?