Far Post Teams

Overview

 

  • Far Post offers play opportunities for players aged 6-19.

    Up until age 8, we offer programs aimed at building vital soccer skills and a love for the game that allow players to opt in/out as they choose.

    From 8-19, we offer competitive play opportunities for those looking to hone their skills and play for a love of the game.

  • It is our belief that we must provide a pathway for players with differing levels of commitment to the game through common shared goals. We get that some players will play multiple sports throughout the year, while others will devote themselves solely to soccer. We create a schedule that accommodates both types of players, while giving those that are the most committed ample opportunities to play and develop.

  • In designing our curriculum we look at both the demands of the game and the pathway of the player. What skills must our players have to be successful at a given age? Does their pathway lead them through high school and into college? Can soccer remain a part of their life no matter their aspiration at the next level? We look at the ends, then design the means to specifically get our players to where they need to be.

  • We design our curriculum based on the United State Soccer Federation's (USSF) Player Development Initiatives, which places individual player development ahead of the accomplishments of the team. This has always been our philosophy at Far Post, so we have plenty of experience in this realm.

    Although winning is fun and overall it can be a measure of progress, the result of any one game cannot truly measure development or even success. Developing successful players capable of playing at the highest possible level is--and always has been--our priority. We are unique in Vermont in this sense.

    The USSF's decision to move from Class Year to Birth Year was made for the sake of development and also an attempt to remove the Relative Age Effect. RAE is the confusion of athletic dominance for skill, with a national focus now on creating better-skilled players. Here is what the USSF has outlined.

    Develop improved skills with the ball: improve confidence and comfort. Technical ability.

    Develop intelligence with and without the ball: promote faster decisions and better awareness. Develop partnerships within the team.

    Provide an age appropriate environment: standards align with physiological needs of players based on year of birth.

    We never lose sight of what our players need and what is truly important.

  • Director of Coaching for U10s and Younger: Todd Kingsbury

    U10 Girls (2014-2015 Birth Years) – Todd Kingsbury/ Macie Sicard

    U10 Boys (2014-2015 Birth Years) – Todd Kingsbury/ Reed Carr

    Director of Coaching for U11/U12s: Joey Cipicchio

    2013 Girls Premier - (U11) - TBD

    2013 Boys Premier - (U11) - Joey Cipicchio

    2012 Girls Premier – (U12) – Phoebe Martell-Crawford

    2012 Boys Premier – (U12) – Rory Twomey

    2012/13 Girls Club – (U11/U12) – Zaf Bludevich

    2012/13 Boys Club – (U11/U12) – Dillon Hamrell

    Director of Coaching for U13/U14s/U15s: Lee Williamson

    2011 Girls Premier – (U13) – Phoebe Martell-Crawford

    2011 Boys Premier – (U13) – Joey Cipicchio

    2010 Girls Premier – (U14) – Emily Milbank

    2010 Boys Premier – (U14) – Jed Sass

    2010/11 Girls Club – (U13/U14) – Emily Jones

    2010/11 Boys Club – (U13/U14) – John Antonucci

    2009 Girls Premier – (U15) – Emily Jones

    High School Girls Club – (U16/U17) -Nick Hasenecz

    High School Boys Club – (U15/U16) – Cory Payson

    Director of Coaching for U16s/Academy Programs: Jared Cipriano

    2008 Boys Premier – (U16) – Lee Williamson & Joey Cipicchio

    2008 Girls Premier – (U16) – Lee Williamson

    Academy Boys – (U17-U19) – Brad Cole

    Academy Girls – (U17-U19) – Mike Skelton

    Keeper Coach: Joey Cipicchio

Teams

Travel Team Payment Structure

  • - All team trainings Nov-June

    - All coaching fees (except extra tournaments)

    - 3rd Session of Futsal (mandatory)

    - 2 travel tournaments +Alliance Cup

    - Spring Training Day (for all players U11-16)

    - State Cup for all U12 teams and older - if held

    - Regionals Registration Fees

  • Total Cost: $1,365 Annually

    - Club Deposit 1 | $325 | Due at Registration

    - 8 Monthly Installments | $130/month | Oct. 1 - May 1

  • Total Cost: $1665 Annually

    - Club Deposit 1 | $325 | Upon Registration

    - 8 Monthly Installments | $167.50/month | Oct. 1 - May 1

  • Total Cost: $1,765 Annually

    - Club Deposit 1 | $325 | Upon Registration

    - 8 Monthly Installments | $180/month | Oct. 1 - May 1

  • Total Cost: $1,340 Annually

    - Club Deposit 1 | $325 | Upon Registration

    - 8 Monthly Installments | $126.88/month | Oct. 1 - May 1

    For the oldest Academy players every tournament is an extra expense.

  • - Uniform & training gear

    - Fall Training (U8-U12) & Games (U10-U14). Sept-Oct - Optional

    - Academy/Education Programs & Camps - Optional

    - Sessions 1 & 2 of Futsal -Optional

    - Additional tournaments beyond the 2 included & Alliance Cup (coaches' expenses/stipend and tournament registration) -Optional

    - Coaches' Expenses/stipend for Regionals -Optional Per Team

Scholarships

Far Post’s Bill Kohlasch Scholarship Fund receives money from various sources including but not limited to charitable donations, special events hosted by Far Post and budgetary allocations as decided by the Far Post Board of Directors and Director. 

The scholarship fund is managed by the Director with support from the Far Post Board Finance Committee. Decisions are disbursed based on financial need. The board may develop additional policies from time to time to address allocation of available funds. 

Applicants must show a commitment to the game of soccer as demonstrated by their attendance in the program, hard work and willingness to develop their soccer skills. 

ALL PLAYERS receiving assistance through this scholarship fund are required to write a thank you letter and provide some voluntary service to the club or to their own soccer community. Scholarships are for TRAVEL TEAM PLAYERS ONLY and may not be used for any other services provided by the club. 

The Scholarship Application is embedded into the Travel Team Registration Process. If you have already filled out your registration, you can access the scholarship application by following these steps: How to Request Financial Aid – PlayMetrics Support Center

Reach out to admin@farpostsoccerclub.com with questions.