Soccer
2013 Soccer
Spring Soccer
Winnebago Park District Soccer will start Tuesday, April 16 from 6 - 7 p.m. at the Sports Park, 301 N. Church St.(behind the WHS football field) and run thru May 9. Soccer will be held on the Jr. Tackle football field. You can park in the Sports Park Parking lot or behind Jean McNair school. Fields are located behind the tennis/basketball courts at the Sports Park.
A soccer ball is the only equipment required. We do suggest shin guards. Also cleats are not required but if your child does have cleats make sure they are molded cleats and not metal.
Please make sure you dress your child for the weather. So far looks like it is going to be in the 50's Tuesday and colder on Thursday!
We are asking everyone to sign up for our text alerts. Please text WPD1 to 36000. I will send an email, send a text alert and post on Facebook and our website if practice/games are cancelled. We have about 100 kids so 100 phone calls would take me a long time! If you do not have texting please let me know ASAP and I will make a note to call you. Spring Soccer is a 4 week season and will let you know if we are making up days that are missed.
We are still in need a volunteer coaches for the PreK & Kindergarten age group. We have 44 kids. If you are available to help please let WPD know. 815.335.3211. Programs are successful because of our AWESOME volunteers.
Questions please contact the Winnebago Park District at 815.335.3211 or info@winnebagoparkdistrict.org.
2013 Winnebago Park District Soccer Camp
Winnebago Park District will host 2013 Summer Soccer Camp June 17 - 20 for kindergarten through fifth grade at the Sports Park. Campers will be joined by former Winnebago Soccer Coach Mary Beth Elsen and current Winnebago High School Soccer coachs and members of the WHS soccer team.
Registration deadline is Monday, June 10.
Days: June 17 - 20
Time: 9- 11:00 a.m.
Location: Winnebago Sports Park
Age Group: Kindergarten and 1st Grade
Time: 9- 10:00 a.m.
Fee: $25 District Resident; $35 Out of District
Age Group: 2nd – 5th Grade
Time: 9- 11:00 a.m.
Fee: $30 District Resident; $40 Out of District
Register here or at the Park District office at 301 N. Church St. at the Sports Park or mail your registratin to PO Box 516, Winnebago, Il. 61088.
Questions please contact the Winnebago Park District at 815.335.3211 or info@winnebagoparkdistrict.org.
2012 Soccer Camp
Ryley Gettle tries to stop Dylan Lee from scoring during the Winnebago Park District Soccer Camp.
Winnebago Park District Soccer Camper Alec Weavel tries to keep the ball away from Grace Weinrich while Holly Boeke waits for a pass.
British Soccer Camp
Challenger Sports’ British Soccer Camps provide young players of all abilities with the rare opportunity to receive high-level soccer coaching from a team of international expert’s right in the heart of their own community. Campers will be exposed to individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games and scrimmages. Soccer skills are coached within a framework of character development based on respect, responsibility, integrity, leadership and sportsmanship. We offer a cultural education too! Our ever-popular Camp World Cup Tournament allows us to introduce players to the geography, traditions and culture of other great soccer-playing countries. Simply put; amazing coaches, awesome accents and cultural ingredients combine for a one-of-a-kind camp experience. With each week-long camp, your child will receive a free t-shirt, soccer ball, giant fold-out poster and a personal player evaluation. If you sign up 45 days in advance you will receive a free Replica Jersey.
First Kicks: 3 - 4 year olds
Time: 9 - 10 a.m.
Fee: $77
Young players are introduced to game basics through fundamental activities, games and fun soccer challenges. Parents are encouraged to join in and help guide their child through this fun learning experience
Mini Soccer: 4 - 5 year olds
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fee: $90
Fun games, competitions and skill building activities are designed to enlighten and develop budding players
Half Day Camps: 6 - 9 year olds
Time: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Fee: $116
Half Day Camps: 10 - 14 year olds
Times: 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.
Fee: $116
Emphasis is placed upon skill development and mastery of core techniques through individual and small group practices and coached games,
$10 late fee if payment is received after July 6. Bring a soccer ball, shin guards, sunscreen and plenty of water each day.
Fees Include: Free Ball, Jersey, Player Evaluation and poster!
Supplies: Campers should bring plenty of water each day. Full-day campers should also bring a packed lunch with a beverage and snacks each day. All campers should arrive at camp with sunscreen already applied, as well as with additional sunscreen to apply as needed (we recommend an SPF of at least 30).
Attire: Summer active wear, shin guards, and athletic shoes or soccer cleats.
Registration here for British Soccer Camp.
Host a Coach
This has become one of the most popular elements of Challenger’s British Soccer Camp program. The coaches at our camps are seeking residence with local families for the duration of a camp week. Coaches usually arrive on the Sunday before camp and depart on the following Saturday or Sunday. Host families are expected to provide coaches with a bed, showering and laundry facilities, and meals (coaches provide their own transportation). In return, not only will you receive a rebate of $80 towards the cost of your child’s British Soccer Camp fees, but more importantly you will enjoy a unique week learning about the U.K., learning about soccer and building lasting friendships.
For more information about becoming a host family, visit: http://www.challengersports.com/pages/bsc_host_a_coach.aspx
Questions please contact the Winnebago Park District at 815.335.3211 or info@winnebagoparkdistrict.org.