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VTP U6 Update

The little tiny ones!

Dear Players and Families,

One of the main reasons why we do what we do is because we work through challenges together to see all the children mold into a group of teammates who enjoy being active and socialize. Yesterday was a perfect example of parents, kids, and coaches braving the rainfall to deliver this exciting program. 

Now that the jerseys, soccer balls and all has been given out, next practice should be much “smoother”, if there is such things with 4-5 year old energy buckets! But, we will get there! We will plays lots of fun little games that have been proven to be kids’ favorites.


We have a healthy group of 4-5 year olds and it will be a lot of fun. Kids progress at different speeds physically and emotionally, this is important to remember. We will give out best to keep it fun and exciting at our little “Patch of Passion” in Winooski.
Here are a few things to take note of:

  1. Please keep personal soccer balls at home. We have made a decision to utilize our VTP soccer balls at the practices so that the kids are not seeking or crying for their personal balls. The personal balls can be used to practice at home, or at any park closest to home. We have left the goals up at Landry park, so please free and come on down to play on the field.
  2. Remain present during practices, even if the kids currently does not participate. Kids are easily intimidated by “fire sticks”, the crowed size, the loud voices, etc. But soon enough they will want to join in on the fun. We do not mind if kids cry, we fully understand and is part of the process.
  3. Nutrition is important to raise some healthy soccer rockers! It is certainly much easier said than done. Here is a good article with various tips and tricks ensuring some good protein in athlete’s diet. https://www.healthychildren.org/english/ages-stages/preschool/nutrition-fitness/pages/feeding-and-nutrition-your-4-to-5-year-old.aspx
  4. Water. Water is the absolutely preferred form of hydration for soccer players. The sugar content is outrageous. Other healthy drink would be milk.
  5. I am looking for a good date to do portrait and action photos. This is one amazing part of our program and an incredible memmory. I want all kids to have this photo. Stay tuned for the date…

 
See you next week,
 
VTP Team