The Ottawa Royals Soccer Club

OTTAWA ROYALS HOUSE LEAGUE PROGRAM

If you would like your child to have fun this summer in a non-competitive setting, the Ottawa Royals Recreation League is for you! The league introduces young players to the game of soccer. Our objective is to:

· Providing a positive, fun learning experience for young soccer players
· Develop the skills of co-ordination, alertness, and self-control
· Introduce the concepts of sportsmanship, team effort, and respect for others

Games are organized amongst Royals teams where winning is not emphasized and official results and scores are not recorded. Coaches are expected to give all players equal playing time, regardless of skill.

The season runs from late May to late August. All games and practices take place from Monday to Thursday. The league does not schedule events on statutory holidays or weekends except for our annual Year-end Tournament.

This program is run in conjunction with the Dovercourt Recreation Centre (DRA).

SCHEDULE

All teams receive one practice and one game each week. All age groups practice and play on the same evening. See the sidebar for specific game nights.

The House League season starts the week of May 26th and runs for 13 weeks. The year end tournament will be held Saturday, August 23rd, 2008.

REFEREES

U8/U9 Divisions and older will play some of their games with referees. This will introduce them to the laws of soccer and increase their understanding and enjoyment of the game.

HOUSE LEAGUE PLUS

The Royals are offering a new program which allows those players who want more training to get it. For an additional $50, Royals House League players can get one additional training session per week. Specific details will be added shortly.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

The program is run exclusively by volunteers. By volunteering you show your child that you are interested in making a difference to his or her soccer program and help to continue to improve the quality of the program for your community.

Coaches are usually parent volunteers who have either played soccer, coached other sports or are willing to get involved and learn to coach. For those who are willing to coach, the Royals provide a practical training program and a coaching manual.

High school students with soccer experience can earn credit for community service by volunteering with a team. Student wishing to apply for a volunteer position should contact the Royals.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

If you have questions or comments about the house league program, please fill out the form below. Please ensure that you fill out the information portion so we can get back to you if need be.