2024 WINTER MPL - Important updates below 3/16/24
The final class for the winter MPL session will be held at Wolftrap Park grass fields on Saturday 3/16 at the regular times of 9:00 and 10:00. Attendance was low last weekend with outdoor rec soccer starting and with the nice weather this Saturday it may be light again. Players that haven't received their MPL shirt please contact Kevin Darcy to arrange that. Wolftrap Park is located at1009 Wolf Trap Rd, Yorktown, VA 23692
Please read the below email from the MPL facility in regards to the 3/2 class:
From: Chris Gray<cgray.sportsplex@gmail.com>
Date: Fri, Mar 1, 2024 at 4:03 PM
Subject: SportsPlex closure
To: vafutsalda@gmail.com <vafutsalda@gmail.com>
Coach Darcy,
I'm sorry to have to inform you that due to an issue with our fire alarm system the facility has been closed down until repairs are completed. They began work today, however it won't be completed until early next week. I will inform you as soon as we are able to reopen. I'm very sorry for the inconvenience to you and your families.
Respectfully,
Chris Gray, Director Coastal Hampton Roads SportsPlex
With the above there will be NO Classeson Saturday 3/1. We will resume classes the next two Saturday's to complete the winter session on 3/9 and 3/16.
The location for Saturday's MPL classes will be the Coastal Hampton Roads Sportsplex (formerly Rebounders) at 12650 Patrick Henry Dr, Newport News. This is a great location and has the same sport court flooring that the players have been training.
We will continue to have just the 2 class times 9:00 for the youngest group and 10:00 for the older players so please attend the same class you attended our last session Saturday Jan 27th. Coach Lybert, CNU college players and me will be on site to ensure a good first session at the new location.
Thanks for your patience and please help spread the word to all families.
CLASS SCHEDULE BELOW UPDATED 1/26 *With Low numbers in the 11:00 class please attend the 10:00 session each week to join in with that group.
Program Costs: $85 per player/per 8 session class
To complete your registration upload your players info & make payments through Venmo to @Path2Goal
Schedule
SATURDAY CLASSES
January 6th through February 24th
(8 Saturday sessions)
***We will try to keep players in their age/ability groups but if you wish to move your child into a different group, please ask the coaches and we will work with you so your child is in the best environment for their development.
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Welcome to the 2024 Winter MPL soccer development program! We are excited to kick off the season and have a couple of updates to share. For week 2 through week 3 we are offering "bring a friend" to check out the program as we generally add players over the first few weeks of classes and are open to new players joining in.
Please bring water, a soccer ball and wear comfortable clothing. Week 1 is always and intro session to see how the players fit so we can group them appropriately for the remainder of the program. The focus of these classes is to develop the players socially, build basic skills and understanding and to have FUN so all participants gain an interest in the great game of soccer.
MPL shirts will be given out in week 3 as we always add players over the 1st couple weeks and this allows one order to take care of the group. Registration remains OPEN so new players can show up Saturday mornings and we can add them to the roster.
Please arrive a few minutes early to check in and prepare for the class and see below details for your player:
- bring a ball
- wear comfortable clothes and shoes (or cleats if you choose)
- bring water or sports drink
For our 2-4 year old class we encourage parents/guardians to stay as close as needed to make your player feel comfortable and to assist in their participation. As the fall progresses each player will get more and more comfortable and make friends along the way.
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MPL Players and Parents,
What a great year of MPL sessions and thanks to those who participated! We are truly excited for the upcoming Winter MPL season and appreciate your support of this program. Below is some information regarding the program for you to review. The first session is for the players to get comfortable with the coaches and the indoor environment and we are off and running from there!
Times: Please try to show up “10” minutes before your scheduled time so we can start all sessions on time.
***We will try to keep players in their age/ability groups but if you wish to move your child into a different group, please ask the coaches and we will work with you so your child is in the best environment for their development.
What to bring:
1) Sneakers/indoor soccer shoes/turfs (or cleats if you don't have the others)
2) Water
3) Shin guards
*** The players will get an MPL jersey at the beginning of the session that they will be expected to wear each week.
Format: 30-40 mins (Technical/Skill Work) / 20-30 mins (Game Play) pending age and level of groups.
Group work or Stations may vary between ball touches & agility. Coaches may run a station that will include (ball work/moves, 1 vs 1, 2 vs 2, passing/receiving, dribbling, shooting, and juggling).
If you have any questions, please feel free to ask. We are looking forward to seeing you all this winter.
MPL "Micro Premiere League" Staff
