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2018 Whatcom FC Rangers Information Night whatcomfcrangers.org

“ 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 of 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 Technical Director: Director of Coaching: Derrick Ayers Noah Braun Director of Goalkeeping: Jamie Arthurs Girls U13-19 Director: Ike Onyeador Youth Director: Seamus Leonard Club Registrar: Charleen Wallace Boys U13-19 Director: Ryan Pow 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 7v7 U10-2009 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

• Tournament schedule posted before tryouts • Unified club breaks • 2-3 trainings per week Unified • Most trainings occur Monday-Thursday Club between 4:30-9:30pm Calendar • 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

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 & tryouts. Continuous Evaluation 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 2 nd tryout. If you are offered a spot, players need to register to accept that spot. BOYS TRYOUTS GIRLS TRYOUTS Age Groups Age Groups Dates Time Location Dates Time Location April 25 5:15-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 April 25 6:30-7:45pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 BU09 – 2010 April 26 5:15-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 GU09 – 2010 April 26 6:30-7:45pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 3 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 3 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 BU10 – 2009 May 7 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 GU10 – 2009 May 7 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 2 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 May 2 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 BU11 – 2008 May4 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 GU11 – 2008 May 4 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May3 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 2 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 BU12 – 2007 May 7 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 GU12 – 2007 May 4 5-6:40pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 3 & 4 May 10 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 10 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 10 & 11 BU13 – 2006 May 11 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 GU13 – 2006 May 11 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Fields 10 & 11 May 9 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 9 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 BU14 – 2005 May 11 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 GU14 – 2005 May 11 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 May 9 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 9 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 BU15 – 2004 May 10 5-6:30pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 10 6:45-8:15pm Phillips 66 Grass Field 11 GU15 – 2004 May 16 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 GU16 – 2003 May 17 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #1 May 16 5:20-7pm Phillips 66 Turf #2 GU17 – 2002 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 GU19 – 2001/2000

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 • older 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

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