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To provide a consistent model for player development across the province, the British Columbia Soccer Association has adopted the Canadian Soccer Associations list of recommended game structures based on the developmental age of players 18 years and under. These game structures consider factors such as: the ideal number of players on a team, game duration, ball size, field size, goal size, and the rulings on off sides.


 


  
By establishing recommendations for a National Game Structure, clubs and leagues across Canada will be able to work together for the development of our young players. Numerous studies have revealed the effectiveness of small sided games in improving young players both technically and tactically. These studies have also shown that the small sided game environment provides players with more touches of the ball and, therefore, more enjoyment. All the basic elements are still present with numbers and field sizes adjusted accordingly to allow players increased involvement in the action.


This graduated approach has many benefits for players and coaches. Having fewer players also assists the coach to lead players through basic group tactics in a stronger environment. While many coaches understand that children and youth players are not “small adults”, the CSA and the BCSA have been slow to provide a suitable game environment for our young players. The CSA and the BCSA are now pleased to make the following recommendations that form the National Game Structure.

 

BCSA Player Development Model
 

 
 

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June 19, 2008 CSA Officially launch “Wellness to World Cup”, a strategy for Long Term Player Development in Canada!

 
On June 19, 2008 in Montreal, on the eve of the Senior Men's National Team World Cup Qualifier Match vs. St. Vincent and the Grenadines, the CSA officially launched “Wellness to World Cup”, a strategy for Long Term Player Development in Canada. This document outlines a number of key areas and will be the guiding force to implementing responsible change leading to a long term development strategy for players, coaches, administrators and volunteers within the game of soccer across Canada.
 
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SCHOOL CREDIT FOR PLAYING
Registered BCSA Players can obtain school credit for playing under the below criteria.
 
Athlete 10 Programs 
Metro / Select  Level Soccer - letter from the District Soccer Association

Athlete 11 Programs
Provincial Team Programs - letter from the British Columbia Soccer Association - Age Specific Head Coach

Athlete 12 Programs
National Training Centre Athletes - letter from the British Columbia Soccer Association - Player Development Department                     
National Team Programs - letter from the Canadian Soccer Association 
 
The player must have a record that is signed by the appropriate Soccer Association.
 
Additional Information on the External Sport Credits for High School Students Program

The External Sport Credentials Program (ESCP) gives students the opportunity to earn graduation credits for approved levels of competition as an athlete, coach and/or official.

The Ministry of Education is responsible for the External Credentials program and the Sport Credits Portion of this program is administered and monitored by the Sport and Recreation Branch of the Ministry of Healthy Living and Sport.   

To see which sports are involved in the program, eligibility standards and for more information see the Course Information for the Graduation Program link at the Ministry of Education’s website  http://www.bced.gov.bc.ca/graduation/courseinfo/  select “Course Information for the Graduation Program” and go to Chapter 3 External Sport Course Information.

Details
- Students do not have to be in a specific grade to receive that grade’s credit.  For example, a grade 10 student who is competing on a provincial team going to a national championship will receive credit for Athlete 12.   Likewise, a grade 11 student who competed in the BC Games while he/she was in grade seven will receive credit for Athlete 10.
 
-Students who have participated in approved programs before they reach grade 10 can receive credit for their past participation by obtaining written documentation to verify their participation. 
 
-Once a student has received credit for a particular level within the athlete, official or coach categories, he or she cannot receive additional credits for duplicate participation.
 
Samlpe Letters for Athlete 10 Programs (Metro / Select  Level Soccer - letter from the District Soccer Association)
 
Sample Letter (Metro / Select League) - Word
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Sample Letter (BC Summer Games) - Word
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Sample Letter (Y League Affiliate Program) - Word
Yellow Card Report (Click on the image on the right)



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