F.O.S.C. HAPPENINGS
updated 2/8/10
FREE KEEPER TRAINING BEGINS
FOSC keeper training will begin in January 2010 at GameTime Training Center.
SPRING PLAYER SCHOLARSHIPS
FOSC provides an excellent scholarship program for those players and families that need monetary assistance for paying player fees. Applications can be found in the "FORMS" section of this website.
FOSC ON FACEBOOK
Take a minute and check out FOSC's new FACEBOOK page!! It's a great way for past and present FOSC players, trainers, and parents to stay in touch with each other and what is happen with FOSC. You post discussion topics, share game highlights, or just say hi! Go to www.facebook.com and search FOSC.
RHODIS NAMED U.S. NATIONAL COACH
FOSC Director of Coaching, Craig Rhodis was just named Head Coach of the United States National Arena Soccer Team. For the full story check below/right.
IMPORTANT CUSL REGISTRATION INFO
All information on CUSL registration for teams playing in the spring is now available in the "FORMS" section. All admins should read this immediately for important dates and procedures for the spring season. If you have any questions please contact Club Registrar, Brian Scowden at bscowden1234@yahoo.com.
UNIFORM UPDATE
If you have a new FOSC team starting play in the spring or have picked up players that are new to FOSC you will need to contact Soccer Village for uniform orders.
The group code for Soccer Village is FOSC08.
Direct link to the Soccer Village web
ordering module can be found in the "LINKS" section of this website.
ACADEMY OPENINGS FOR SPRING
There are still openings for both boys and girls in the Academy by FOSC. The Academy by FOSC is an instructional program for all players ages 5- 7. For more information contact Academy Coordinator: Brian Scowden and check out the Academy page on this website.
MULTI-PLAYER DISCOUNT
This spring, FOSC will again offer a multi-player rebate to families with three or more children (U-10 and above) playing for FOSC this spring season. The multi-player rebate form is available in the "FORMS" section of this site.
CLUB MEETING MINUTES
The Minutes of past FOSC Club Meetings are now posted in the forms section of FOSCsoccer.com
THIS WEEK IN FOSC
Past editions of "This Week in FOSC" can now be found here on the website under "FORMS".
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| INSIDE THE ATHLETIC TRAINING KIT The Pre-Game Meal
The purpose of a pregame meal is to provide fluid and energy for the athlete during performance. The meals that provide the most energy are eaten one to two days prior to the competition. Therefore a balanced diet and consistency throughout the week are very important.
Ideally, the day of competition athletes should eat a meal at least 3-4 hours in advance of competition. Pregame meals should consist of foods that that athlete likes, are well tolerated, and are usually eaten. Preferably carbohydrates such as pasta and lean proteins should be consumed.
Many soccer games are played early mornings on Saturdays and it is unrealistic to assume the athlete will be up three or four hours prior to eat breakfast. In this case something light but full of energy would be great. For example, a glass of chocolate milk, orange juice, or toast would be great options. This will prevent hunger during the game which can sometimes be distracting as well as give the athletes an extra boost of energy.
Often times on the weekends the athlete will be involved in soccer tournaments. In this case small snacks in between games to refuel the athlete are ideal. Sports drinks, fruit snacks, granola bars, and trail mix would be some examples. Stay away from energy drinks and food with a lot of sugar. They give a rush of energy right away but a few hours later will cause the athlete to “crash” from their sugar high.
As always, proper hydration is a key to success. Be sure to stay hydrated during the week as well as during the game.
Questions or Comments - please e-mail Amanda Smith at amanda.smith@oxfordphysicaltherapy.com
| | | ODP REGIONAL CAMP FOSC is proud to have several players that made the Ohio South State ODP team. Pictured here are three members of the U13 Red Swarm preparing to leave for Regional Camp on the campus of Northern Illinois University in Dekalb, Illinois. Left to right are Jordan McGuire, Taylor Darks, and Madelyn Kah. Also attending regional camp from FOSC were Katilyn Braunig and Kiersten Ottaway. |  | | PLAYERS COMPETE ON NATIONAL STAGE Four players from the U13 RED SWARM competed this summer at the US Futsal Federation National Championships in Baltimore, Maryland. Competing for the Killer B's (aka Green Beans) were Evie Stepaniak, Morgan Langhammer, and Madelyn Kah. Playing for Daynattiville was Kaitlyn Simpson. Daynattiville advanced to the national semi-finals before loosing to eventual champion, Southern Maryland Futsal Club 3 to 1. The Killer B's advanced to the National Finals where they lost a hard fought game 3 to 2 to SMFC. SMFC scored in the last minute of the second overtime period to secure the win. Congratulations to Evie, Morgan, Madelyn, and Kaitlyn! |  | | PUMA IT IS!!! After lengthy negotiations with several uniform suppliers FOSC has chosen PUMA as the official supplier of uniforms for the club beginning with the Spring ’10 season. FOSC will be distinctly outfitted as we will be the only PUMA club in greater Cincinnati. After surveying several of our current FOSC players the PUMA Lyon was chosen as the uniform FOSC teams will wear for the next three years. Pictured are Morgan Langhammer, Jordan McGuire, and Taylor Darks modeling the new home and away jerseys and the optional long sleeve jersey. . More details on ordering, when your team needs to be in the PUMA Lyon, etc will be announced soon. |  | | FOSC INKS DEAL WITH OXFORD PHYSICAL THERAPY CENTERS FOSC has inked a deal with Oxford Physical Therapy Centers to be the official orthopedic care provider for the club. OPTC will provide medical support on site at our Applecreek practice facility throughout the fall season as well as serve as a local sounding board for any medical questions, injury screenings, and physical therapy and rehabilitation needs. "We are so excited to partner with the Fairfield Optimist Soccer Club and be able to help these young athletes and their families," Ken Rusche, OPTC Owner, said of the new relationship with FOSC. |  | | RHODIS NAMED TO TOP U.S. POSITION 6/11/09 - The United States National Arena Soccer Team (USNAST) announced today the appointment of FOSC Director of Coaching Craig Rhodis as its new Head Coach. Rhodis replaces Bernie Lilavois, the original coach of the USNAST. Rhodis' selection was not a difficult one. Rhodis led 1790 Cincinnati to a league-best 13-3 record and won the PASL-Pro Coach of the Year Award before 1790 fell to the Stockton Cougars in the finals of the North American Championships.
Rhodis, who will turn 36 later this month, has played with the Cincinnati Silverbacks (NPSL), Cincinnati Cheetahs (USL), Cincinnati Riverhawks (A League), Lafayette Swampcats (EISL), and was a player/coach with the Lafayette Lightning (USL). Craig also played with the Portland Pythons and Utah Freezz (WISL). Recently, Craig served as a player/coach for the Cincinnati Excite (AISL) for two years.
He will begin his second season as 1790 coach in October. Rhodis is formulating a USNAST roster for the next international event, which will20be announced in the near future.
"Now that we have a full PASL-Pro season to look back on," said Rhodis, "I want to build the team with a squad of deserving players who love the game and have the enthusiasm to represent the league and their country."
Congratulations Craig from the entire FOSC family!
For Craig's full bio go to "ABOUT" section of this website.
|  | | The ACADEMY by FOSC Q and A A detailed question and answer section is now available for those parents that are interested in more details regarding the Academy by FOSC. Many items are addressed including; cost, time committment, goals, how success is judge, and alot more. The Academy Q and A can be found in the Academy section under "ACADEMY FAQ". |  | | FOSC FINISHES STRONG IN CUSL During the spring soccer season the teams from FOSC proved to be a force to reckon with as they captured 1st or 2nd place in 13 CUSL divisions. FOSC teams finished with 3 CUSL championships in Division 1 play! Only CSA finished with more Division 1 titles(4). Only 3 clubs finished with more first or second place finishes then FOSC's total of 13. To see a list of all of FOSC's spring accomplishments go to the Spring Honor Roll on the "TEAMS" page. |  | | BLITZ BUCKEYE PREMIER CHAMPIONS The U18 Boys FOSC Blitz took home one of the top prizes in area soccer winning the top "ELITE" division of the Buckeye Premier League. The Blitz finished the season with an incredible 6-1-1 record against the area's best competition.
Also in Buckeye Premier league play the U16 Girls Dominators Red posted a 5-3-0 mark to finish 3rd in the BPYSL Premier division. The Dominators finished just 1 point out of second place.
CONGRATULATIONS BLITZ AND DOMINATORS!!!!!! |  | | FIFA FAIR PLAY With the Fall season approaching it is a great time to review the FIFA Rules of Fair Play. These are the "Golden Rules" of our sport and adhering to them will make for much more enjoyable experience for all!
Fair-Play Code
The FIFA Fair Play Code for football encapsulates all of the sporting, moral and ethical principles for which FIFA has always stood and for which it will continue to fight in the future, regardless of the influences and pressures that may be brought to bear.
The ten golden rules not only serve as a credo for FIFA as world football's governing body, but they also reinforce the sense of fraternity and cooperation among the members of the worldwide football family.
1. Play fair
Winning is without value if victory has been achieved unfairly or dishonestly.
2. Play to win but accept defeat with dignity.
Winning is the object of playing any game. Never set out to lose. If you do not play to win, you are cheating your opponents, deceiving those who are watching, and also fooling yourself.
3. Observe the Laws of the Game
All games need rules to guide them. Without rules, there would be chaos. The rules of football are simple and easy to learn. Make sure you learn them; it will help you to understand the game better.
4. Respect opponents, team-mates, referees, officials and spectators
Fair Play means respect. Respect is part of our game. Without opponents there can be no game. Everyone has the same rights, including the right to be respected.
5. Promote the interests of football
Football is the world's greatest game, but it always needs everybody's help to maintain its greatness. Think of football's interests before your own. Think how your actions may affect the image of the game. Talk about the positive things in the game. Encourage other people to watch and play fairly. Help others to have as much fun from football as you do. Be an ambassador for the game.
6. Honor those who defend football's good reputation.
The good name of football has survived because the vast majority of people who love the game are honest and fair.
7. Reject corruption, drugs, racism, violence, gambling and other dangers to our sport.
8. Help others to resist corrupting pressures.
You may hear that team-mates or other people you know are being tempted to cheat in some way or otherwise engage in behavior deemed unacceptable. They need your help. Do not hesitate to stand by them. Give them the strength to resist. Remind them of their commitment to their team-mates and to the game itself. Form a block of solidarity, like a solid defence on the field of play.
9. Denounce those who attempt to discredit our sport.
Do not be ashamed to stand up to anybody who you are sure is trying to make others cheat or engage in other unacceptable behavior.
10. Use football to make a better world.
Football has an incredible power, which can be used to make this world a better place in which everyone can live.
A full list of FIFA Fair Play can be found on the FIFE website which is available in the link section of this website. |  |
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