The document provides information about the Canton Soccer Club, which was established in 1978. It discusses the club's mission to develop soccer players through various programs from recreational to premier levels. It also outlines the club's coaching staff, leagues, training programs, college preparation resources, player fees, and opportunities for volunteers. The club hosts the large Canton Cup tournament annually and aims to strengthen its programs and facilities while remaining fiscally responsible.

1. WELCOME

2. About the Club
• Established in 1978
• 501 (c)(3) organization
• Professionally Operated
• One of the largest clubs in Michigan

3. Club Mission Statement!
The Canton Soccer Club pledges to be a Full Service Soccer Organization dedicated to
the growth and enrichment of its participating members within the game of soccer. We
will strive for Total Player Development in an environment that fosters individual
confidence along with team success. These goals will be achieved through hard work,
sacrifice, dedication and the complete commitment to every level of player from
Recreational to Premier.

4. Select/Premier Mission Statement
The mission of the Canton Soccer Club Select and Premier Program is to provide a
positive and creative environment for the advanced players to improve their soccer
skills. With top coaching, excellent facilities and a year round program each player will
have the potential to reach his or her maximum level of performance. All while
learning the skills of commitment, dedication, teamwork and sportsmanship.
Vision Statement
The Canton Soccer Club will remain committed to being a leader within the soccer
industry. We will pursue opportunities to strengthen and grow the club through our
fields and facilities as well as our programs and staff. We will pursue these
opportunities while being fiscally responsible to our members.

5. Canton Cup
Host of the Canton Cup since 1982.
2014 Cup will host approximately 650
teams.
One of the largest 3-day single-club
soccer tournament in the country.
One of the “”Best Run” tournaments you
will ever be part of.

6. Club Hierarchy

7. Full-Time Staff
Pete Alexander
Club Director
Ian Jones
Boys Technical Director
George Tomasso
Director of Goalkeeping
Dan McEvilly
Club Manager
Bill Joker
Girls Technical Director
Andy Pritchard
Programs Director

8. Coaching
for the
Celtic
•Nationally Licensed
•Professional and or College Playing
Experience
•Age Appropriate Practices
•3-4 Training sessions per week
(pre-season)
•Two (2) On-line Evaluations
•6v6 & 8v8 meet in person
•11v11 optional meetings
•Email Weekly Team Updates
•Volunteer Hours - “Giving Back to the
Game”

9. The Tryout Process
Before
•Pre-Register online May 15th - June 13th
•Age Group Training (week prior to tryouts)
•Boys: Mon 6/9 and Tues 6/10
•Girls: Wed 6/11 and Thurs 6/12
•Check website for times and field locations
•Contact the current coach
•Try to get out to a training session

10. During
• Tryouts - June 14-15
• 3rd Tentative Tryout - June 18th (6-7:30pm)
• Check-in (Bring Registration Form)
• Parents stay in the pavilion
• Players Play - No Drills
• U11-U18 teams must have player forms completed.
The Tryout Process

11. After
• Team Selections
• U7-U10 teams will receive phone calls
• U11-U18 teams formed on the field
• Team Organizational Meeting
• Within the week following tryouts (Coach will set date/time)
• Uniform Sizing (more info on the next slide)
• Meet with Coach and/or Manager
• Go over yearly plan and goals
The Tryout Process

12. Celtic Uniforms
Kit includes primary, alternate and
third yellow dryfit jersey/tshirt
along white shorts and socks.
!
Optional Backpack and
Warmup Available

13. Celtic Leagues
Select (Travel - SE Michigan)
U7-U12 Select Teams
Select Elite (Travel - Michigan)

14. Celtic Leagues
Premier Teams U13-U18
(Travel - Michigan)
Premier Elite Teams U13-U18
(Travel - Midwest)
U13-U18 Premier Teams

15. Yearly Training Regimen

16. Goalkeeper Training
•Year Round Training - Over 50 Sessions
•The Most Comprehensive Program in the area
(40 of 52 weeks)
•Pre-Season Week (Evenings during U7-U13
team camp week: Mon-Wed (Aug 4-6)
•Twice Per Week Spring and Fall Seasons
(32 Sessions)
•Once Per Week - Winter Indoor
(16 Sessions)
Register for distribution list online under “Programs” and “Goalkeeper Training”

17. Select / Premier Programs

18. College Prep
•College Scholarships
• 3 $1000 scholarships each
year by the club
• 5 $1000 scholarships each
year by theMSYSA
•Team College Camp
•College Showcases
•College Night
•College Combine Pictured Left to Right; Fernando Rojo, Devesh Shah and Alexa Norman
2014 College Scholarship Winners

19. Player
Dues

20. Player Dues
What’s Included
• Coaches Fees
• League Fees (Reg, Ref and Field)
• Operational Costs
• Team Camp
• Training Fees
• Tournament Registration - 4 per year
(2 for seasonal teams)
• Winter Training

21. Player Dues
What’s Included - NEW
U10-U14 Player Only (All others can purchase separately)

22. Player Dues
What’s NOT Included
• Uniforms - order directly online
• Indoor Leagues
• Team “Slush” Fund
• Travel Costs
Approximately $130 - $150
Approximately $100 per session
Usually $25 - $100
???

23. Cost Breakdown Per Player / Per Team
U7 Boys and Girls Teams
$1,400
•$350 - Due at Team Meeting
•$350 - Due August 1st
•$350 - Due October 1st
•$350 - Due December 1st

24. Cost Breakdown Per Player / Per Team
U8-U14 Boys and Girls Teams
$1,900
•$380 - Due at Team Meeting
(at Tryouts for U13 and U14)
•$380 - Due August 1st
•$380 - Due October 1st
•$380 - Due December 1st
•$380 - Due March 1st

25. Cost Breakdown Per Player / Per Team
U15-U18 Seasonal Boys Teams
$1,348
•$674 - Due at Tryouts
•$337 - Due December 1st
•$337 - Due March 1st

26. Cost Breakdown Per Player / Per Team
U15-U18 Seasonal Girls Teams
$1,240
•$620 - Due at Tryouts
•$620 - Due October 1st

27. Cost Breakdown Per Player / Per Team
U11-U14 Boys and Girls DA/MRLTeams
$2,650
• $265 - Due at Team Meeting
(at Tryouts for U13 and U14)
• $265 - Due August 1st
• $265 - Due September 1st
• $265 - Due October 1st
• $265 - Due November 1st
• $265 - Due January 1st
• $265 - Due February 1st
• $265 - Due March 1st
• $265 - Due April 1st
• $265 - Due May 1st

28. Tryouts Training Prep
Travel Communication
Evaluations Training
Tournaments Games
Coaches Time
How Much Would You Pay?
$1.96 !
per hour
*Estimate based on an11v11 full-year player

29. Get Involved - Stay Connected
Volunteer
• Team Manager
• Website Manager
• Canton Cup
• Golf Outing
• Fundraisers
• Events
• and more….
Stay Connected
• FaceBook
• Twitter
• Instagram
• LinkedIn
• YouTube
• Pinterest
• Newsletter

30. Lastly …come celebrate with us!

32. QUESTIONS
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