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| Dear Player, Congratulations and welcome to Plymouth Elite Advanced Development Centre in conjunction with Plymouth Argyle Football Club. Well done for passing your recent trial, I hope you are enjoying life with the Advanced Development Centre and that the coaching staff succeed in their aim to help you develop as a player. Your talent has earned you this opportunity to prove yourself worthy of bigger and better things in football. There is however a tremendous amount of hard work and dedication required from yourselves and your parents. Along with quality coaching and matchplay played under the title of Plymouth Elite Advanced Development Centre, hopefully together we can further your development and help you achieve all your goals. Now you have established a squad place in the development centre your aim should be to gain a regular place in you particular squad. As you develop as a player and the coaching staff feel that you have reached the standard required for Plymouth Argyle Centre of excellence, the staff at Elite will encourage you to trial with Plymouth Argyle Football Club if that is the route you would like to choose. Along with the amount of commitment that is required at Elite Advanced Development Centre and playing matches under the title of Plymouth Elite Advanced Development Centre, it is essential you enjoy your time with us. If at any time, for any specific reason you are not, please do not hesitate to let me know. I may then be able to rectify the situation before it escalates. There are no guarantees! Simply do your best at all times, no one can ask any more of you than that. Once again congratulations and good luck. Yours truly, Dave Leonard Stuart Henderson Director of Coaching Director of Elite Head Office Contact Number: 0845 003 7339 KIT Players are requested to obtain a playing kit on acceptance at the centre. The kit can be ordered and purchased at Hoppys Sports, Mutley Plain, Plymouth. PL4 7AA. Tel : 01752 250950 Also along with the playing kit you can purchase training wear, and accessories. For more details on prices etc contact Hoppys Sports on the above number or visit the shop. MATCHES Players are expected to attend all games home and away. To enable coaches to provide a full coaching programme players benefit from the high standard of fixtures arranged throughout the season. As a non profit making organisation travel to local games is the duty of parents/guardians and away games a coach/bus will be provided costs of seats dependant on our quotes from the coach company. To confirm availability players are requested to visit the website www.plymoutheadc.co.uk. TRAINING Players are to attend all training sessions to make sure they receive the full benefit of our programme of coaching. Players will soon receive training diary’s which they will carry with them to and from training providing essential feedback to the coach, the player, and the parents/guardians. If for any reason a player is not able to make training you must contact your coach before the session begins. Coaches contact numbers are passed out on a regular basis but please make sure you have your coaches contact details once signed for the development centre. If training is cancelled this will be advertised on the website at least two hours before the first session. Players will not receive a phone call so ensure you regularly check. NOTICE If for any reason a player would no longer like to attend the centre it is very important to contact your respective coach or the office giving details of when you are leaving. We require a 4 week notice period to enable us to cancel player insurance and open up opportunities to other players on trial or being scouted. USEFUL CONTACT NUMBERS Head Office Contact Number: 0845 003 7339 Email Address – elite.dc@hotmail.com Website – www.plymoutheadc.co.uk Director Of Coaching – DAVE LEONARD Roy Burt – 07854 474697 Mike James – 07766 521111 Karl Curtis – 07813 565740 Karl Blacker – 077567 95085 Martin Jones – 07970 384503 Dave Leonard – 07977 093965 Stuart Henderson – 07969 258861 CODE OF CONDUCT DISTRIBUTION The Code of Conduct will be distributed at the following: • All Centre Players • All Managers/Coaches/Helpers • All Officers/Committee members of the Centre. DATE OF ISSUE - May 2008 Any additions or revisions during the year will be distributed and date-referenced Elite Development Centre A. Anti-Discrimination Policy • The Elite Development Centre is responsible for setting standards and values to apply throughout the club at every level. Football belongs to and should be enjoyed by everyone, equally. Our commitment is to confront and eliminate discrimination whether by reason of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability. • Equality of opportunity at the Elite Development Centre means that in all our activities we will not discriminate or in any way treat anyone less favourably, on grounds of sex, sexual orientation, race, nationality, ethnic origin, colour, religion or disability. This includes: • External coaching and education activities and awards. • Football development activities. • Selection for teams. • Appointments to honorary positions. • Elite Development Centre will not tolerate sexual or racially based harassment or other discriminatory behaviour, whether physical or verbal, and will work to ensure that such behaviour is met with appropriate action in whatever context it occurs. • Elite Development Centre is committed to the development of the programme of ongoing training and awareness raising events and activities, in order to promote the eradication of discrimination within its own organisation, and within football as a whole. B. Code of Conduct for Coaches 1. Coaches must respect the rights, dignity and worth of each and every person and treat each equally within the context of the sport. 2. Coaches must place the well-being and safety of each player above all other considerations, including the development of performance. 3. Coaches must adhere to all guidelines laid down by governing bodies. 4. Coaches must develop an appropriate working relationship with each player based on mutual trust and respect. 5. Coaches must not exert undue influence to obtain personal benefit or reward. 6. Coaches must encourage and guide players to accept responsibility for their own behaviour and performance. 7. Coaches must ensure that the activities they direct or advocate are appropriate for the age, maturity, experience and ability of players. 8. Coaches should, at the outset, clarify with the players (and, where appropriate, parent) exactly what is expected of them and also what they are entitled to expect from their coach. 9. Coaches must co-operate fully with other specialists (e.g. other coaches, officials, sports scientists, doctors, physiotherapists) in the best interests of the player. 10. Coaches must always promote the positive aspects of the sport (e.g. fair play) and never condone violations of the Laws of the Game, behaviour contrary to the spirit of the Laws of the Game or relevant rules and regulations or the use of prohibited substances or techniques. 11. Coaches must consistently display high standards of behaviour and appearance. 12. Coaches must not use or tolerate inappropriate language. C. Code of Conduct for Parents / Spectators Parents / Spectators have a great influence on children’s enjoyment and success in football. All children play football because they first and foremost love the game – its fun. It is important to remember that however good a child becomes at football within our club it is important to remember that Children gain a lot of enjoyment and: - • A sense of personal achievement. • Self-esteem. • Improving the child’s skills and techniques. A parent’s / spectator’s expectations and attitudes have a significant bearing on a child’s attitude towards: • Other players. • Officials. • Managers. • Spectators. Ensure that as parents / spectators within our club are you always positive and encouraging towards all of the children not just your own. • Applaud the opposition as well as your own team. • Avoid coaching the child during the game. • Not to shout and scream. • Respect the referee’s decision. All parents and spectators are reminded that your views are always respected, however, you are asked to raise any issues at the end of a match rather than interrupt a match or training session. Give attention to each of the children involved in football, not just the most talented. Give encouragement to everyone to participate in football. Ensure that as parents / spectators within our club you adhere to the Elite Development Centres’ Code of Conduct and Child Protection Policy. DEVELOP THE PERSON – DEVELOP THE PLAYER EXTRACT FROM THE FA COACHES JOURNAL – SUMMER 2004 Please Mum and Dad: Give me the time and opportunity to make my own decisions both on and off the field – I need to learn the consequences of getting it right and wrong. Try not to tell me off or shout at me from the sideline when I do get things wrong. Give me the chance to relax and play – I need the mistakes to help me learn. Try not to keep offering me advice going to games or coming home again. Let me unwind and reflect – it helps me to learn. Listen to me if I come home with a problem – sometimes I just need someone to talk to – it helps me learn. Remember I am a young person not a small adult – sometimes I don’t see things like you do or understand what you are saying. Come and enjoy the game – I’ll always try my best. Please love me for me – not just the things I can do. D. Code of Conduct for Players Obligations towards the game A player should 1. Make every effort to develop their own sporting abilities, in terms of skill, technique, tactics and stamina 2. Give maximum effort and strive for the best possible performance during a game, even if his team is in a position where the desired result has already been achieved. 3. Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters. 4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship and time-wasting. 5. Always have regard for the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion on the game and any particular aspect of it, including others involved in the game. 6. Not use inappropriate language. Obligations towards one’s own team A player should 1. Make every effort consistent with Fair Play and the Laws of the Game to help his own team win. 2. Resist any influence which might, or might be seen to, bring into question his commitment to the team winning. Respect for the Laws of the Game and competition rules A player should 1. Know and abide by the Laws, rules and spirit of the game, and the competition rules. 2. Accept success and failure, victory and defeat, equally. 3. Resist any temptation to take banned substances or use banned techniques. Respect towards Opponents A player should 1. Treat opponents with due respect at all times, irrespective of the result of the game. 2. Safeguard the physical fitness of opponents, avoid violence and rough play, and help injured opponents. Respect towards the Match Officials A player should 1. Accept the decision of the Match Official without protest. 2. Avoid words or actions which may mislead a Match Official. 3. Show due respect towards Match Officials. Respect towards Team Officials A player should 1. Abide by the instructions of their Coach and Team Officials, provided they do not contradict the spirit of this Code. 2. Show due respect towards the Team Officials of the opposition. Obligations towards the Supporters A player should: 1. Show due respect to the interests of supporters. E. Code of Conduct for Team Officials Obligations towards the Game The team official should 1. Set a positive example for others, particularly young players and supporters. 2. Promote and develop his own team having regard to the interest of the Players, Supporters and reputation of the national game. 3. Share knowledge and experience when invited to do so, taking into account the interest of the body that has requested this rather than personal interests. 4. Avoid all forms of gamesmanship. 5. Show due respect to Match Officials and others involved in the Game. 6. Always have regard for the best interests of the game, including where publicly expressing an opinion of the game and any particular aspect of it, including others involved in the game. 7. Not use or tolerate inappropriate language. Obligations towards the Team The team official should 1. Make every effort to develop the sporting, technical and tactical levels of the club/team, and to obtain the best results for the team, using all permitted means. 2. Give priority to the interests of the team over individual interests. 3. Resist all illegal or unsporting influences, including banned substances and techniques. 4. Promote ethical principles. 5. Show due respect for the interests of the players, coaches and officials, their own club/team and others. Obligations towards the Supporters The team official should 1. Show due respect for the interests of supporters. Respect towards the Match Officials A team official should 1. Accept the decisions of the Match Official without protest. 2. Avoid words or actions which may mislead a Match Official. 3. Show due respect towards Match Officials. Football Association Rules Attendance and Participation at Matches. FA Rule 21. An individual may take part in or attend at a Match only on condition that such individual observes the Rules, and each Affiliated Association, Competition and Club is required to observe and enforce such Rules. FA Rule 22. Each Affiliated Association, Competition and Club shall be responsible for ensuring: (a) that its directors, players, officials, employees, servants, representatives, spectators, and all persons purporting to be its supporters or followers, conduct themselves in an orderly fashion and refrain from any one or combination of the following: racist, violent, threatening, abusive, obscene or provocative behaviour, conduct or language whilst attending at or taking part in a Match in which it is involved, whether on its own ground or elsewhere; and (b) that no spectators or unauthorised persons are permitted to encroach onto the pitch area, save for reasons of safety, or to throw missiles, bottles or other potentially harmful or dangerous objects at or on to the pitch. FA Rule 24 Any affiliated Association, Competition or Club which fails effectively to discharge its said responsibility in any respect whatsoever, shall be guilty of misconduct. It shall be a defence in respect of charges against a Club for misconduct by spectators and all persons purporting to be supporters or followers of the Club, if it can show that all events, incidents or occurrences complained of were the result of circumstances over which it had no control, or for reasons of crowd safety, and that its responsible officers or agents had used all due diligence to ensure that its said responsibility was discharged. Graham Gordon (Disciplinary Secretary) F. Equal Opportunities Policy • The Elite Development Centre is committed to a policy of equal treatment of all members and requires all members of whatever level or authority, to abide and adhere to this general principle and the requirements of the Codes of Practice issued by the Equal Opportunities Commission and Commission for Racial Equality. • All members are expected to abide by the requirements of the Race Relations Act 1976, Sex Discrimination Act 1986 and Disability Discrimination Act 1995. Specifically discrimination is prohibited by: • Treating any individual on grounds of gender, colour, marital status, race, nationality or ethnic or national origin, religion, sexual orientation or disability less favourably than others. • Expecting an individual solely on the grounds stated above to comply with requirement(s) for any reason whatsoever related to their membership, which are different from the requirements for others. • Imposing on an individual requirements which are in effect more onerous on that individual than they are on others. For example, this would include applying a condition which makes it more difficult for members of a particular race or sex to comply than others not of that race or sex. • Victimisation of an individual. • Harassment of an individual, by virtue of discrimination. • Any other act or omission of an act, which has as its effect the disadvantaging of a member against another, or others, purely on the above grounds. Thus, in all the Elite Development Centre’s recruitment, selection, promotion and training processes, as well as disciplinary matters, it is essential that merit, experience, skills and temperament are considered as objectively as possible. • The Elite Development Centre commits itself to the immediate investigation of any claims of discrimination on the above grounds and where such is found to be the case, a requirement that the practice cease forthwith, restitution of damage or loss (if necessary) and to the investigation of any member accused of discrimination. • Any member found guilty of discrimination will be instructed to desist forthwith. Since discrimination in its many forms is against the Elite Development Centre’s policy, any members offending will be dealt with under the disciplinary procedure. • The Elite Development Centre commits itself to the disabled person whenever possible and will treat such members, in aspects of their recruitment and membership, in exactly the same manner as other members. The difficulties of their disablement permitting assistance will be given, wherever possible to ensure that disabled members are helped in gaining access. Appropriate training will be made available to such members who request it. G. Child Protection Policy The FA Child Protection Statement Every child or young person, defined as any person under the age of 18, who plays or participates in football should be able to take part in an enjoyable and safe environment and be protected from abuse. This is the responsibility of every adult involved in football. The Football Association recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of all children and young people by protecting them from physical, sexual or emotional harm and from neglect or bullying. It is determined to meet its obligation to ensure that those clubs and organisations providing football opportunities for children and young people do so, to the highest possible standard of care. (Appendix 1 – The FA Regulation)These procedures apply to anyone in football whether in a paid or voluntary capacity. For example, volunteers in clubs, referees, club officials, helpers on club tours, football coaches and medical staff. The Football Association will consider, having taken advice, whether anyone who has a previous conviction or caution for offences related to the abuse of children or young people, violence or any sexual offences should be excluded from working with children or young people. This position is re-inforced by UK legislation and guidance. The Elite Development Centre has adopted the above Policy and is committed to actively embrace the requirements of the Child Protection Procedures and practices Handbook issued by the Football Association in June 2001 (and as subsequently amended). The Elite Development Centre has a named Child Protection Officer who is appointed annually at the AGM. The Child Protection Officer is responsible for ensuring that the Elite Development Centre is kept informed of any changes notified to him/her since the handbook was issued at the Child Protection Training Course. The implications of any changes will be discussed and recorded at a Committee Meeting as appropriate. The Child Protection Officer is responsible for the administration of the various child protection forms that require completion by volunteers and others connected with the Club. If players/parents have any concerns regarding suspicions or alleged abuse issues then they should contact the Child Protection Officer who will address the matter as quickly as possible, whilst showing all consideration and confidentiality. H. COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE AND DISCIPLINARY POLICY COMPLAINTS PROCEDURE In the event that any member feels that he or she has suffered discrimination in any way, or that the Centre Policies, Rules or Code of Conduct have been broken should follow the procedure below. 1. They should report the matter to the Elite Development Centre Secretary at or another member of the Elite Development Centre. The report should include: i. Details or what, when, and where the occurrence took place ii. Any witness statement and names iii. Names of any others who have been treated in a similar way iv. Details of any former complaints made about the incident, when and to whom made v. A preference for a solution to the incident 2. The Club’s Management Committee will sit for any hearings that are requested 3. The Elite Development Centre will have the power to take any of the following actions as deemed to be appropriate for any person found to have broken the Clubs Policies or Codes of Conduct: i. Warn as to future conduct ii. Suspend from membership iii. Remove from membership iv. Impose other penalties as appropriate v. Report the matter to another body Coaching Syllabuses Elite views its coaching syllabuses as flexible working documents which each coach should follow in principle. The Syllabus for each age group is broken down into a number of blocks. Coaches are advised to be flexible in their approach to timetabling the blocks. It is important that each coach provides thorough instruction in each block, and ensures that all players in their age group have fully grasped the essential information related to each topic before moving on to the next block. The Games Programme should be regarded as an extension of the Coaching Programme. Teams should be coached in Games mainly to put into practice the information on the topics they have been given in the coaching sessions. This should be the absolute priority at all times. Within that context, the scoreline of individual matches are of no significance whatsoever. Each coach should: Prior to Session: • Plan the session completing an Advanced Development Centre Session Plan • Set up session prior to start time where possible. Start of Session • Take register • Check players are wearing appropriate clothing. No jewellery to be worn at any time. Players should look smart and tidy. • Ensure players are fit and well • Check that all players have a drink with them • Introduce the session End of Session • Debrief the Group • Check for Understanding and give appropriate feedback • Provide relevant information regarding forthcoming session or game • Return register to Head Coach • Evaluate Session Syllabus Schoolboys U8s,U9s,U10s • Individual - Fun - Ball Contact - Fact Finding - General Overall Development, ABCs – Agility, Balance and Coordination) - Speed, power and endurance through fun and games - Correct running, jumping and throwing techniques, Technique and Skills - Running, turning and dribbling - Passing - First Touch (inside Foot, soft touch, big touch) - Body-shape (receiving) - Using body to protect ball - Different surfaces to control the ball i.e chest,thigh - Heading technique - Ability Basic Fitness - Balance and Coordination - Agility - Freedom Self Expression - 2v2, 3v3, 3v1, 4v2 and 4v4 games - Zones and Cones - Directional games, using benches, 4 goals, 6 goals Goalkeepers - Basic shot stopping techniques - Introduction to dealing with crosses - Introduction to organising defence - Introduction to Start positions - Basic kicking (both from hands and floor) and Throwing Syllabus Schoolboys Under 11s, Under 12s Individual - Continue to development Agility, Balance and Coordination - Continue to develop speed power and endurance through fun games - Own body exercises for strength - Basic flexibility exercises - Warm up and stretching Technique and Skills - Running, turning and dribbling - Strong emphasis on technical development - Fundamental Techniques progressively refined - Practice Techniques - Modified and small sided games - Passing - First Touch - Body-shape (receiving) - Using body to protect ball - Different surfaces to control the ball i.e chest, thigh - Heading technique Decision Making - Creating Space - Exploiting Space - Passing and Support - Movement and runs (forwards, sideways and back) - Inventive play, self-expression - 3v3, 4v2, 4v4,6v6,8v8,9v9 games Goalkeepers - Shot Stopping Techniques - Dealing with Crosses - Organising Defence - Start Positions - Kicking (both from hands and floor) - Throwing Syllabus Schoolboys Under 13s and Under 14s COACHING FOR 11 v 11 GAMES INDIVIDUAL - Positive Attitude - Confidence - Concentration - Achieve success and receive positive reinforcement - Confidence DEFENDING - Pressing - Cover - Balance - Recovery - Defend Penalty Area - Back-line of four ATTACKING - Taking care of the Ball - Running, turning and dribbling - Passing - First Touch - Body-shape (receiving) - Using body to protect ball - Creating space - Exploiting space - Passing and support - Movement and runs (forwards, sideways and back) GOALKEEPERS - Shot stopping Techniques - Dealing with Crosses - Organising Defence - Start Positions - Kicking (both from hands and floor) - Throwing Syllabus Schoolboys Under 15s,16s INDIVIDUAL - Personal responsibility and involvement in decision making - Focus and thought control - Goal setting (long term) - Performance routines and pre-competition preparation. - Imagery (competition, different situations/problem solving, practising strategies) - Continued personal development DEFENDING - Pressing - Cover - Balance - Recovery - Defend Penalty Area - Back Line of Four - Back Line of Five COUNTER-ATTACKING - Defending third - Midfield third - Attacking third REGAINING POSSESSION - Decision making - Maintaining structure - Strikers between two defenders SELF EXPRESSION - Keeping Possession - Using body to protect ball - Creating Space - Exploiting Space - Touch, pass, movement - Forward, across, back - Around, through, over - Observe and adapt to opponents - Specific techniques and skills played under competitive conditions at a high intensity - Adaptation to situation - Defending third, midfield third, attacking third - Risk v Safety GOALKEEPERS - Shot Stopping Techniques - Dealing with Crosses - Organising defence - Start Positions - Kicking (both from hands and floor) - Throwing ELITE ADVANCED DEVELOPMENT ACADEMY RULES - Attend Training regularly and punctually - Inform the Coach in advance if you are unable to attend a training session or game - Arrive at training/matches appropriately dressed and correctly equipped - All kit must be labelled with initials - Shirts to be tucked in, socks up and shin pads to be worn for training and games - Behaviour to be of a high standard at all times - Do not question the decisions of referees - Show respect for others - No bad language - No jewellery to be worn at any time - Conduct the lifestyle of an elite athlete – diet/nutrition, hydration, rest/recovery, injury prevention. 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