THE EVOLVING GAME
Focus on the new season…
As we look forward to start the new soccer season after watching so much over the summer with the Olympic gold for the USWNT, Spain showing us how its done with Olympic and Euro victories, Argentina winning the Copa, Union fighting in the MLS and the National Cup Series in Florida - as we are ready to kick a ball ourselves we must help address an ugly part of our game which has been on a slow increase - spectators and their disrespecting behavior to player and match officials. These action have not gone unnoticed and has resulted in the development of the Sideline Behavior Policy. You can read the full policy - please take the time to do so So what does it mean for coaches?
The referee shall not directly address the spectators.
The referee will direct the coach to intervene and resolve any spectator issue before the match continues.
However, the head coach ultimately remains responsible, and should the offending behavior continue or escalate, the referee may show a yellow card to the coach.
Subsequent violations can result in a dismissal (red card) of the coach or termination of the match. If there is no additional rostered coach or manager available, the match will be terminated. Remember no one wants the play to be stopped - coaches, referees and game officials are a team and should work with each other for the good of the game and the players
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POLICY ON SIDELINE BEHAVIOR AND CONDUCT DURING A MATCH
During all matches, at any age group or competition level sanctioned by Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer, it is expected that all participants adhere to Eastern Pennsylvania’s bylaws, policies, and published codes of conduct. Further, they will abide by the policies and bylaws of FIFA, US Soccer, US Youth Soccer, and any sanctioned competition's prescribed rules and standards. All players, coaches, referees, and spectators/parents shall fall under the same scrutiny for their conduct.
Leagues, clubs, teams, and spectators should all endeavor to be positive examples of sportsmanship and fair play. Players deserve to play in a safe and supportive environment. Clubs are generally held responsible for their members and their spectators’ conduct. The head coach will be directly responsible for the conduct of the team and spectators at any match.
Only rostered players, coaches, or administrators with all required clearances, can be in the designated technical area/team area (i.e., the bench). Spectator areas must remain separated from the bench area. Member leagues may establish additional rules on team and spectator location designation and general conduct.
The Laws of The Game establish that the referee has control over the match. The referee can warn or discipline players and coaches due to their conduct. It may be a verbal warning, a caution (yellow card) or a send-off (red card). If spectators are displaying inappropriate conduct, such as foul or abusive language towards players or the game officials, or to each other in a manner disruptive to the game, the referee will stop the match and address the appropriate head coach, or both head coaches, if necessary, especially if the disruptive person(s) are not identifiable. The referee shall not directly address the spectators. The referee will direct the coach to intervene and resolve any spectator issue before the match continues. The head coach may designate an assistant coach or team manager to speak to the offending spectator(s). However, the head coach ultimately remains responsible, and should the offending behavior continue or escalate, the referee may show a yellow card to the coach. Subsequent violations can result in a dismissal (red card) of the coach or termination of the match. If there is no additional rostered coach or manager available, the match will be terminated.
To be clear, negative behavior and misconduct can happen before a match, during a match, halftime or after the match ends. The referee still has control. Players, coaches and spectators must always respect the referee’s personal space.
These matters must be addressed in the referee’s match report and submitted to the league or competition director. Discipline shall be administered by the league or competition. Acts of referee abuse and/or assault will be reported directly to the State Association and disciplinary hearings will be held. Disciplinary actions for sideline behavior may extend beyond the individual(s) and be applied to their club.
Date to be announced soon
COMINGSOON
Game Watcher
Philadelphia Union
Aug.28, 7:30PM Union v Columbus
Aug.31 7:30pm NY Red Bulls v Union
NCAA Women Division 1
Aug.23, at 4:00 PM Villanova v UPenn
NCAA Women Division 3
Sep.4, 7:30PM Messiah v Johns Hopkins
Aug.24, 7:30PM LA Galaxy v Atlanta
Aug.31 7:30pm Chicago v Miami
NCAA Men Division 1
Sep.7, 4:00PM Villanova v Lafayette
Aug.24, 12:30PM Aston Villa v Arsenal
Aug.31 12:30pm West Ham v Man City
NCAA Women Division 2
Aug.24, 12:30PM Dortmund v Frankfurt
Aug.30 2:30pm U Berlin v St Pauli
NCAA Men Division 2
Sep.7, 3:00PM Charleston v Kutztown Sep.5, 3:00PM W Chester v Jefferson
NCAA Men Division 3 NWSL UPSL
Aug.30, 7:30PM Swarthmore v Penn Ab
Aug.24, 2:30PM Gotham FC v Portland
EA SPORTS FC 25 is coming
Release date 20-27 Sep2024
Aug.24, 5:30PM Lone Star v Passaic
As we all know the EA Sports FC franchise is played by all ages. Over the past number of year has allowed our players to build a history of the game which was never televised in US. This fall we are going to study and see how this great game can be used in the coaching world!
MEET THE COACH -EDUCATION STAFF
Anna-Kate DePaolo, Assistant Technical Director
Assistant Coach at Muhlenberg College (2014-2017), Washington and Lee University (2018-2020), and as Head Women’s Soccer Coach at DeSales University (2020-2024). I hold my USSF C, D, and Grassroots Licenses; UEFA C; United Soccer Coaches Master Coach and Leadership Certification; and Advanced National Diploma, earned my master's degree in Sport Science and Psychology from Lock Haven University, and am a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) through NSCA.
I am originally from Perkasie, Pa and now reside in Plymouth Meeting, PA. I have been playing soccer since I was 6 years old and played on teams and programs through Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer throughout my youth career. I also played at Pennridge High School and continued my playing career at Indiana University of Pennsylvania (IUP) and in the WPSL.
After playing, I spent a decade coaching at the intercollegiate level, including roles as an
I am excited to work with Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer as an Assistant Technical Director in Coaching Education/ODP Coordinator for many different reasons. My coaching philosophy has always been based on the value of education through sport and using soccer as a platform for growth. I am excited to integrate this value and vision into the programs offered by the state association and to support both players and coaches throughout Eastern Pennsylvania. I look forward to enhancing player development and providing valuable opportunities through the coordination of the Olympic Development Program. Additionally, I am committed to supporting and elevating female coaches within our soccer community. Ultimately, I am excited to blend my passion for soccer with a professional setting, and working with others who share the same vision and values.
MEET THE COACH - EDUCATION STAFF
Allentown, PA, with my wife, Allyson, and daughter, Ava. I have been playing soccer since I was 4 years old and have been coaching/training for almost 30 years. I have coached at Moravian Academy Upper School since 2012, leading the team to 3 State Titles, 12 District Titles, and 3 Colonial League Titles. I also created a program called, FDCA Futbol De Carrizo Academia which is designed to help soccer players improve their technique, tactics, con fi dence, and game understanding. I offer individual, small group, and team training.
only to help them become better but also to deepen their understanding of the evolving game. My goal is to expand coaching education at EPYSA by o ff ering higher-level courses locally, reducing the need for travel. We aim to foster growth in soccer education across the state. In addition to my work with EPYSA, I am committed to enhancing coaching education and supporting the expansion of soccer knowledge in inner-city programs.
I am excited to work with Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer as an Assistant Technical Director in Coaching Education/Camps erent
reasons. My vision is to educate coaches not
WE’RE HERE TO HELP! A little more about what we can do to help you promote youth soccer...
PROGRAM SUPPORT
Assistance with registration, program design, and administration.
EQUIPMENT SUPPORT
Assist programs in getting equipment for reasonable costs, possibly free.
COACH EDUCATION
Training for coaches, referees, and curriculum development.
Assistance with one day clinics, camps, community events, and festivals that help promote youth playing soccer.
AWARDS & GRANTS
Recognition of innovative programming, individuals, and funding for those that qualify.
