And the fall season begins!

Fellow SMYS Family,

As the heat starts to mellow and we prepare to dodge hurricane season, SMYS preapres to enter the Fall season.  And this season we have set some records!

Our current registration is the highest we've ever had and we couldn't be more excited to get the season started.  Our programs this year look like this:

  • Kiddie Kick (U5) - we maxed out the program this year with 120 players.  For the first time ever, we had to close registration be cause we just could not accomodate all those who wanted to sign-up.
  • Recreational League - upwards of 1100 children playing every Friday and Saturday at Chancellor’s Run and Hollywood on nearly 100 teams! 
  • RecPlus (Boys and Girls) - teams consisting of players from U8 through U14 matching skills with neighboring clubs.  This year we added Girl's only teams in U12 and U14!
  • Travel Soccer (SMU) - 14 boys and girls teams that travel the National Capital Area playing competitive soccer.  This includes several teams that have advanced to the higher divisions. 

As in the past, the goals for the season are consistent:  "To provide a structured environment where they can have fun and build self-esteem and confidence through soccer."  With this said, I encourage everyone to take an active role in your player’s team.  Even something as simple as being the team parent can make a world of difference.

I will caution that we intend to continue to regulate sideline behavior.  There’s no room for anything harsh or inappropriate to be yelled onto the field at anytime.  We realize they are your kids, however, there are several other children on the field and negative comments seem to spread.  Please think twice before you cheer -- and keep it positive!

Following right behind our Fall season is our annual 4v4 tournament, Kohl's Cup.  This event is once again sponsored by Kohl's Department stores and the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association.  Regristration will open on the website on October 1st!

Additionally, we will offer indoor programs for both the recreation, Rec Plus and travel programs.  More information on all will be put out as soon as it's available.

If you ever have any questions, you’re welcome to email me directly and we’ll see what we can do to make your experience with SMYS better.

Yours in soccer,

Bill Oosterink