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Soccer Gear Exchange
What Do You Do With Those Old Cleats?
Every Soccer season most of us just go out and buy new cleats and shin guards. What do you do with the old ones? Most are not worn out.
Did you ever notice a child whose cleats look worn or maybe just don’t fit right? There are families out there that struggle this time of year with registration fees and gear.
Orting Soccer Club would like to help those families by taking donated cleats and shin guards. Gear that has been used, but still is in good shape.
If you still have last years cleats or shin guards (or the year before) please see your coach or a OSC board member and we will be happy to give them to a local child who can put them to use. If you feel we can help you please do the same.
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Code Of Conduct-
All parents and spectators on the sidelines shall demonstrate positive support for all player  and referees. Negative or offensive behavior can and will result in the removal from the field for the remainder of the game and possibly the season.
Clothing-
Proper fitting soccer cleats and shin guards are required. Shin guards need to be worn on the inside of the sock. Shoes should be tied tight and possibly double knotted.
Jewelry is not allowed, earrings, necklaces, bracelets will be asked to be taken off prior to playing.
Nutrition-
Nutrition plays a key role in athletic performance. Failure to provide the calories and carbohydrates that young athletes need to fuel their bodies, the fluid to maintain hydration, and the vitamins and minerals to support metabolism and tissue growth and repair will result in poor performance and an increased risk for injury and/or illness.
Calories-
Physically active children and adolescents have calorie requirements that are 12-15 percent greater than those of their sedentary peers.
Carbohydrates-
Carbohydrates provide the primary fuel for exercising muscles. It is essential that young athletes consume lots of complex carbohydrates (i.e., whole grains, fruits and vegetables) on a daily basis. In addition, it is important to ensure that young athletes get the proper amount of carbohydrates before, during and after exercise to support optimal health and performance.
Before Exercise: Make sure young athletes arrives to practice well-fed. They should eat a well-balanced meal that contains 75-200 grams of carbohydrates, 2-4 hours before the practice session or competition. A snack 30 minutes prior to exercise may also be beneficial, particularly if an athlete was unable to consume an appropriate meal 2-4 hours prior.
After Exercise: Replacing carbohydrates that were used during exercise within 2 hours of completing the exercise session is essential for speeding recovery and preparing for the next athletic training period.
Keeping Kids Hydrated- Kids need lots of fluids to keep hydrated. It is best to try to schedule a water break every 15 minutes for each child.
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