VOLUNTEER SCREENING

An email from BackCheck made the rounds yesterday to several OSA clubs and Districts indicating that there was an agreement between BackCheck and the OSA regarding the use of BackCheck to complete criminal record checks.  No such agreement exists.  We responded directly to a few clubs indicating this but it then became apparent that the email was more widespread.  This note is global notification that no such agreement exists and districts can inform their clubs of that fact.  BackCheck was contacted directly and instructed to cease the dissemination of such language.  They have responded promising not to indicate in their marketing that there is any agreement with the OSA. 

The OSA does not endorse any particular criminal record check product.  Clubs and Districts are currently free to use whatever method they choose to accomplish criminal record checks. 

 LG 

Leonard Golberg 
Director Finance & Administration 
The Ontario Soccer Association - www.OntarioSoccer.net 

U8 LDYSL DISTRICT FESTIVALS

U8 Mini Festivals

Players must have player books.

No underage players to be registered.

No call ups from younger age groups.

Please see the outline from the OSA. (COMING SOON!)

EXHIBITION GAMES!

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Centre Circle Awards 2013

THREE EMSA MEMBERS TO BE HONOURED AT THE CENTRE CIRCLE AWARDS

The Ontario Soccer Association Announces  2013 Centre Circle Award Recipients      VAUGHAN, ON -- The Ontario Soccer Association has announced the Center Circle Award recipients for 2013. The Center Circle Awards are The Ontario Soccer Association’s highest level of recognition and are presented annually to individuals and organizations nominated on the basis of their outstanding contributions to the development of soccer in Ontario. Recipients of Center Circle Awards are recognized at The OSA’s Awards Banquet held during the annual Soccer Conference. The 2013 Center Circle Awards Banquet is being held at the Hilton Hotel & Suites Niagara Falls/Fallsview, 6361 Fallsview Boulevard, Niagara Falls on Saturday, April 13 from 6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The 2013 Soccer Conference is being generously hosted by the Niagara Soccer Association.     William “Billy” McCallum William “Billy” McCallum will receive the Meritorious Service Award for his years as a referee and an administrator.  Coaching followed not long after his playing days, as he taught the game to eager youngsters from a variety of age groups.  However, Billy really made his mark on soccer in Ontario as a referee and administrator.  He began calling games in 1990 and quickly moved up the ranks, which led to him officiating high level games both in Canada and abroad.  In 1997 Billy started as the District Referee Coordinator for Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association, a position he held for 13 years.  He was President of the London Referees Association, and in 2006, started the EMSA Referees Association.  Billy was also a Referee Supervisor for the Canadian Soccer League.   Gus Katsiroumbas Gus Katsiroumbas will receive the Meritorious Service Award for several decades of service to the game as an administrator.  Gus immigrated to Canada from Greece in 1968 and quickly found himself playing for and managing the Hellas Greek Soccer Team.  In 1976 he moved on to the London and District Soccer Association where he held various titles such as Publicity, Referee Coordinator, Discipline, and Registrar.  In 1987 Gus was elected as Registrar of Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association, a position he still holds to this day.  Throughout his time at the District level, Gus has acted as the District Ontario Cup Coordinator for EMSA, and continues to be involved with its Discipline Committee.    Phil Hinchley Phil Hinchley will receive the Meritorious Service Award for over 20 years of substantial contribution to youth soccer in the Woodstock community.  Before moving to Canada in 1982, Phil began his life in soccer as a competitive player in the UK.  As a new Canadian resident, he quickly got involved in his local community with the Woodstock Minor Soccer Club.  Over the years Phil held the positions of youth coach, Secretary, Treasurer, and President of the Club.  One of Phil’s most tangible accomplishments was the significant role he played in the creation of Cowan Park.  In 2008, Phil’s own community paid tribute to his service as he was inducted into the Woodstock Hall of Fame as a Builder of Sports.  Today he holds the position of Secretary/Treasurer at the Elgin Middlesex Soccer Association.   CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL!

2013 ONTARIO CUP

The Ontario Cup application form is now online on the OSA website.

Teams that enter the Ontario Cup must be registered (11 players and a qualified coach) with the District before EMSA will approve the applications. Rule 5.1 of the Ontario Cup. The team entry deadline is April 3. Teams must be registered with EMSA by that date in order for the District to approve the application.

Clubs must forward the e-mail received from the OSA indicating that the team has entered online to EMSA with the statement that the club approves the team's entry into the Ontario Cup. Once EMSA verifies that the team has paid the entry fee, is registered at the EMSA office and the club approves the application, the team will be approved by the District.

COACHING CERTIFICATION

Please see the coaching requirements for the teams below.

Coaches of 2013 U10 Girls teams will take Learn to Train + MED

Coaches of 2013 U11 Girls teams will take Soccer for Life + MED

Coaches of 2013 U12 Girls teams will take Soccer for Life + MED

Coaches of 2013 U10 Boys will take Learn to Train + MED

Coaches of 2013 U11 Boys will take Learn to Train + MED

Coaches of 2013 U12 Boys will take Soccer for Life + MED

Coaches of 2013 U13 Boys teams will take Soccer for Life + MED

Coaches of any competitive team will also be required to have the Respect in Soccer

The chart below taken from the OSA website is not clear for these teams.

The CSA will not allow the age groups to be changed so that the chart is clear.

Coaches of U11 Girls and U12 Boys for 2013 - if you have taken either Learn to Train or Soccer for Life your certification will be accepted by EMSA FOR 2013 ONLY

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LTPD UPDATES

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