2023 REFEREE APPRECIATION DAYS!

This Saturday and Sunday, May 13 & 14, are BAYS Spring 2023 REFEREE APPRECIATION DAYS!

This is part of our RESPECT Campaign. 

Referees are a vital part of the game of soccer. They are the third team on the field.

  • We need referees. 
  • We need to take care of them. 
  • What would we do without them?

Referees show up EVERY week in all kinds of weather. 

Referees complete hours of training each year to earn their certification, and then at times have to put up with people who don't appreciate their work, even when they are doing a good job. They have no substitutes even on the best days. Organized soccer would not happen without dedicated referees. 

Referees deserve all our thanks! 

Here are some ideas of what you might do.

  • Thank the referees at the end of the game. Just thank them! 
  • A Thank-you Card from the team signed by the coaches, players and parents
  • Bring some snacks for referees (Munchkins, cookies, pizza, etc)
  • Teams could bring a gift card to a local establishment.
  • Teams can make a “Thank you Referees” banner.

Please send pictures for social media and email us about what you did: [email protected]

BAYS 2023 SEATBELT SATURDAY and SUNDAY Next Event - May 20/21

The BAYS Board of Directors designated two weekends this Spring 2023 season as Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday events. 

The next designated weekend for this event is May 20/21. We are asking you to support and participate in our efforts to help give the game back to the kids by just… 

Sitting down! 

Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday is an effort to create a better game environment for youth soccer, to enhance player development, and increase game enjoyment for all. It also helps players take more control of their own game by helping to promote communication between the players themselves.

What do we want CLUBS to do:

  • Share the BAYS Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday notice/link with your coaches, parents, players, and referees.
  • Enthusiastically promote these weekends within your club and make public and prominent the importance of its targeted goals.

What do we want COACHES to do:

  • Sit and watch the game! Actually sit on the bench or a chair.
  • Refrain from shouting tactical instructions, directions, reminders, suggestions or criticisms to the players on the field.
  • Support the referees by not making negative comments or gestures.
  • Use the opportunity to coach and engage with the substitutes who are watching the game with you on the team sidelines. This is a great time for them to learn more about the game from you.
  • Encourage your players to communicate with their teammates throughout the game.
  • Please Note: It is not the referee’s role to enforce that teams participate in this Seatbelt initiative. 

What do we want PARENTS and SPECTATORS to do:

  • During the run of play, just sit down and watch your children play their soccer game.
  • Limit vocal comments to positive general statements of player and team support without mentioning any player names.
  • Make no negative comments about anything that happens during the game. 
  • Revel in the kids playing a game they enjoy!

What do we want PLAYERS to do:

  • Communicate with your teammates!
  • Take back control of your game.
  • Make decisions about your game without interference from coaches or spectators.

What do we want REFEREES to do:

  • Focus on confidently calling your game and making decisions with the decrease in verbal noise from coaches and spectators.
  • Consider providing players in younger grades with more verbal explanations about your calls to help them learn about the game.
  • Please Note: It is not the referee’s role to enforce that teams participate in this Seatbelt initiative. 

We hope that these simple actions result in a better and more enjoyable game environment for EVERYONE, but particularly for the players and referees.

This information can also be found on the BAYS website at:  https://bays.org/content/seatbelt-saturday-and-sunday-overview

We hope that you enjoy the experience. 

The entire BAYS community thanks you for your support and participation in the upcoming Referee Appreciation and Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday events.

Gratefully yours,

Jeremy Solomons and Gesse Faber, BAYS Referee Co-Directors

Reg Wilcox, BAYS President

DYS Fall 2023 Tryouts

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Hello DYS Parents,

Tryouts are coming up over the next couple of weeks.  Reminder for parents to sign up players and Register for the FALL 2023 season and the Tryout (Registration is now open at www.dedhamsoccer.com).  Registration is Madatory for Tryouts.  We have sent the drills that they will be doing for tryouts to the clinicians so that they can practice them the week prior at their Clinic session.  PLEASE MAKE SURE TO REGISTER FOR YOUR CHILD'S GRADE IN THE FALL 2023 SEASON

Please arrive 20 mins prior to check in and warm up

Age Groups/Dates/Location

Rising 4th Graders:● Monday, May 15 @ Pool Field●

Girls: 5:15 ● Boys: 6:30

Rising 3rd Graders● Tuesday, May 16th @ Pool Field●

Boys: 5:15 ● Girls: 6:30 

Rising 5th Graders:● Wed, May 17 @ Pool Field●

Boys: 5:15 ● Girls: 6:30 

Rising 6th graders:● May 12 @ Gonzalez●

Girls: 5:15 ● Boys: 6:30 

Rising 7th and 8th Graders● Thursday, May 18 @ Gonzalez●

Girls: 5:15 ● Boys: 6:30 

Tryouts are held by Challenger Clinicians and NOT by DYS coaches or staff to keep the information impartial.  Tryouts are only part of the process in determing teams for the fall season, as DYS also uses coache's evaluations from during the spring season.  Please let us know if you have any questions.

DYS on 3...!

Paul Yandrisevits

Dedham Soccer President

 

Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday

BAYS 2023 SEATBELT SATURDAY and SUNDAY Events - April 29/30 and May 20/21

The BAYS Board of Directors has designated two upcoming weekends this Spring 2023 season as Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday events. For all BAYS games played on April 29/30 and May 20/21, we are asking you to support and participate in our efforts to help give the game back to the kids by just… 

Sitting down! 

Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday is an effort to create a better game environment for youth soccer, to enhance player development, and increase game enjoyment for all. It also helps players take more control of their own game by helping to promote communication between the players themselves.

What do we want CLUBS to do:

  • Share the BAYS Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday notice/link with your coaches, parents, players, and referees.
  • Enthusiastically promote these weekends within your club and make public and prominent the importance of its targeted goals.

What do we want COACHES to do:

  • Sit and watch the game! Actually sit on the bench or a chair.
  • Refrain from shouting tactical instructions, directions, reminders, suggestions or criticisms to the players on the field.
  • Support the referees by not making negative comments or gestures.
  • Use the opportunity to coach and engage with the substitutes who are watching the game with you on the team sidelines. This is a great time for them to learn more about the game from you.
  • Encourage your players to communicate with their teammates throughout the game.

What do we want PARENTS and SPECTATORS to do:

  • During the run of play, just sit down and watch your children play their soccer game.
  • Limit vocal comments to positive general statements of player and team support without mentioning any player names.
  • Make no negative comments about anything that happens during the game. 
  • Revel in the kids playing a game they enjoy!

What do we want PLAYERS to do:

  • Communicate with your teammates!
  • Take back control of your game.
  • Make decisions about your game without interference from coaches or spectators.

What do we want REFEREES to do:

  • Focus on confidently calling your game and making decisions with the decrease in verbal noise from coaches and spectators.
  • Consider providing players in younger grades with more verbal explanations about your calls to help them learn about the game.

We hope that these simple actions result in a better and more enjoyable game environment for EVERYONE, but particularly for the players and referees.

This information can also be found on the BAYS website at:  https://bays.org/content/seatbelt-saturday-and-sunday-overview

We hope that you enjoy the experience. 

The entire BAYS community thanks you for your support and participation in both upcoming Seatbelt Saturday and Sunday events.

New Field Signs!

Hello DYS parents-  check out our new field signs.  A nice reminder for ALL home and away parents, on  why we participate 😀

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Saturday, April 29th - NE Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati - Kickoff 7:30 PM

Don’t miss out! We already have over 400 Dedham players and families going to our Revs Night on Saturday, April 29. You still have time to join us and remember that all DYS Players can go to the game for FREE!

 

Saturday, April 29th - NE Revolution vs. FC Cincinnati - Kickoff 7:30 PM
Click Here to Redeem Your FREE Player Ticket and Order Discounted Add-ons: www.nerevsgroups.com/DedhamYS

 

It’s shaping up to be an early season battle between the top 2 teams in the Eastern Conference, and the Revs are expecting a large crowd for the game. Get your tickets today! We are looking forward to a fun night and there will be a parking lot setup for all teams and families to tailgate. Bring out the grills, coolers, games, and have fun!

 

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Soccer Scarves

One of the great international soccer traditions is supporters wearing their team scarves.  There are millions of pictures that show these scarves in action.  

 

You can read about the history of this tradition here, where they have this quote: 

Just think about how much you treasure your club or national team’s jersey; some fans treasure their scarves even more. It is a symbol of their undying love for soccer and their team, a link to the other fans and part of their identity.

 

An in this article, another great quote:

A soccer scarf is now commonplace at any game–internationals; women’s and lower-division pros; collegiate, high school, and youth clubs. 

If you visit the DYS Store, you can pick up your own scarf!  Wear it proudly at DYS games!  Wear it to Revs games!  Show your support for DYS!

 

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