Hello parents,
We are now heading into the cooler, wetter period of our playing schedules and there are a number of items we wanted to bring to your attention that pertain to this.
The first being that we ask that you please ensure that your child is dressed appropriately for both games and practices. This would include having a proper jacket to wear while not on the field (i.e., before and after practice). Another thing to keep in mind when dressing your child for the weather is to not bundle them up too much. The players still need to be able to run around and can overheat if bundled up too much. It is not recommended that they wear a down-filled or similar type of jacket underneath their uniform. If you wish to have your child wear some type of jacket or undergarment, appropriate sporting wear is recommended and is available in branded form from the Club’s online store (www.peacearchsoccer.com).
Last but not least, we understand that it is not always comfortable standing beside the pitch during the inclement weather and you may choose to sit in the comfort of your vehicle or leave the park. If you choose to do this, we ask that you please ensure that you promptly come to the pitch side before and after each game and practice to pick up and drop off your child. When 100 + children finish their game or practice all at once, they have a tendency to run off with their friends in various directions. We must have you or another responsible individual at the pitch to pick them up.
I encourage you all to have your coach’s cell phone numbers and provide them yours. If for some reason you have had to leave the park and will be late returning, it is imperative that you communicate with your coach or manager. As a backup plan for game days, we suggest that you inform your children that if they can’t find you afterwards, that they go stand in front of the concession stand and wait for you there. There are always responsible people there during game days.
Within the soccer development environment that we provide, the health and safety of your child is our number one priority. Your assistance with the items noted above will help ensure this.
Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.
Sincerely,
Mike Hornak
President
Peace Arch SC
