Newton Girls Soccer Announces 2004-2005 Metro Boston Renegades Program

In 2003-2004, Newton Girls Soccer, in partnership with Mass Premier Soccer, successfully launched our Metro Boston Renegades program. Also, known as the School of Excellence, this is a program for NGS players seeking extra opportunities for skill development through top notch training by the MPS professional coaching staff. This year, 100 players participated in programs at the U10, 11, 12, 13  and 14 levels. Starting in the spring 2005, a non competitive U 9 program has been added for 2^nd and 3d  graders. Teams train in Newton and compete in Sunday games against similar Mass Premier Soccer programs based throughout Massachusetts. Instruction and coaching will be from Mass Premier Soccer's professional coaching staff led by Peter Bradley, a USSF "A" licensed coach and former head coach of the Boston Renegades, Gary Beatty, a USSF B licensed coach who trained the U11 and U13 teams this year, and other top MPS coaches.

Why is the Metro Boston Renegades Program Being Offered?

The Metro Boston Renegades program is being offered to provide a better alternative to club programs, which are often found by many players and parents to be inconvenient, focused more on winning than player development, and providing uneven coaching and competition. The Newton-based Renegades program recognizes that some players who participate in NGS travel program want more soccer than they get from their NGS team, but would like the convenience of training in Newton along with coordination between their NGS coach and Renegades coach. With a focus on player development, the Metro Boston Renegades teams are an excellent feeder to Newton's high school programs.

Is the Metro Boston Renegades Program for everyone?

No. NGS offers programs for a wide range of soccer interests and abilities. We will continue our commitment to providing top quality intramural and travel programs with many clinics and instructional opportunities. Many strong players on top teams have commitments to other activities, and participation is not mandatory or factored in to NGS team selection. Those who do play for the Renegades will have a strong commitment and dedication to the development of their soccer skills.

School of Excellence Program Description:

• All coaching will be provided by the Mass Premier Soccer staff of professionals
• Programs offered for Under 9 (smart soccer program), Under 10, Under 11, Under 12, Under 13 and Under 14.
• Program runs for 9 weeks in fall and spring. A 9 week winter program is also offered.
• Players are required to also play for an NGS team and be a player in good standing for their NGS team. A limited number of slots are available for Brookline Youth Soccer players and those from other towns.
• Applicants are selected by Mass Premier Soccer staff independent from placement process for their town team.
• Program is open to all NGS players.
• Teams will train in Newton twice per week (once for U9 and U10) during the fall and spring seasons and have a game on Sunday afternoons.
• Practices during the fall and spring are on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. (U9 on Monday only and U10 on Wednesday only).
• All home games will be played in Newton
• Cost will be approximately $450 for the fall and spring seasons and $175-200 for the winter season (in addition to NGS registration) with full and partial scholarships available.
• A camp will be held in Newton during the week of August 22 for players in the program and other interested competitive players. Attendance is optional, but encouraged. For camp information, contact Lee Billiard at MPS (or 781-891-6900 ext. 18).

 All current Renegades players, with the exception of current U14 players should attend a tryout.  

Tryouts:

Tryouts are held in the spring for teams beginning in the following fall. Tryouts are available throughout the year if teams have available space. If interested, please go to the NGS website at http://www.newtongirlssoccer.org/SOE/index.htm, complete the form, and submit it electronically. The tryout schedule for Fall 2005 is as follows:

U-10 (4^th or 5^th graders in September 2005 born after July 31, 1995) - Tuesday May 31, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Nahanton Field
U-11 (5^th or 6^th graders in September 2005 born after July 31, 1994) – Wednesday June 1, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Nahanton Field
U-12 (6^th or 7^th graders in September 2005 born after July 31, 1993) – Thursday June 2, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Nahanton Field
U-13 (7^th or 8^th graders in September 2005 born after July 31, 1992) – Tuesday June 7, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Weeks Field, Paul St side (field "A")
U-14 (8^th graders in September 2005 born after July 31, 1991)  - Tuesday June 7, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Weeks Field, Paul St side (field "A")

There will be a brief informational meeting for parents at the beginning of each session.

All current Renegades players, with the exception of current U13 players should attend a tryout.

WEATHER-RELATED POSTPONEMENTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON THE NGS FIELDS HOTLINE - 617-928-6061

Information:

Click here for Player who will be in 2nd and 3d grade in the fall to register for Smart Soccer - SOE program.

Otherwise, if you are interested in the Renegades program for your daughter or would like to get more information, please complete and submit the form below. If you have any specific questions, feel free to email or contact one of the co-chairs listed below. .

Sincerely,

Guy Rordorf AND Samuel Levy, CO-CHAIRS, METRO BOSTON RENEGADES COMMITTEE

2003-2004 archived Renegades info