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Team Parent meeting scheduled for
August 20, 2008, at the AQMD in Diamond Bar.

The Uniform Exchange will begin at 7:00 PM and the Team Parent Meeting will begin at 7:30 PM.
Team Parent Responsibilities  

The team parent serves a vital role in making the season a success for the kids. How much fun the kids have will be partially dependent on the job you do. Your primary responsibility is to work closely with the coach and other parents on the team to coordinate the various activities and responsibilities that need to be completed for the team. If you can work as a team with the coach and other parents on the team your kids will have a tremendous season regardless of the score..

 
Here are some of the responsibilities that you will need to coordinate:
  
Team Banner
You can make the banner yourself if you or one of your parent are talented in this area. The banner should include your team colors, the team name and the name of the kids on the team. Teams in older divisions occasionally prefer a team flag with only the team name. There are a number of companies that specialize in making team banners. The cost is typically around $10 per player. Make sure the banner is ready for picture day. Many of the professional banner companies get overwhelmed around picture day so plan ahead and get your order in as early as possible.
Snack Schedule
Snacks are the highlight of the AYSO experience for many younger players. Every parent should be assigned a game where they bring snacks and drinks for half-time and after the game. Half-time snacks should generally be something light like cut oranges or watermelon. After the game snacks should help restore energy and fluids. Water should always be available to any child during the game. You should remind the parent responsible for snacks a day or two before the game.
Snack Bar Duties
Each team is assigned several snack bar duties throughout the season. The team parent should work with the parents in assuring that their team fullfills their responsibilities. AYSO is an all volunteer organization. Every parent should work their fair share. Why scheduling parents to work your team's snack bar duty, consideration should be given to parents who already put time in to coach or referee.
Team Communication
There are times when every player must be contacted. Game or practice cancellations are rare but are just one example of one of these instances. You assume or delegate this important responsibility. It's a good idea to create and distribute a team roster with everyone's phone number so you're able to reach everyone quickly if needed.
Party Coordinating
Kids love partys! Pizza or pool parties are always fun for the kids and allow parents to socialize and get to know one another away from the field. You should organize a few parties throughout the season if possible. Most teams usually have a season ending party where awards and gifts are handed out.
Awards
Trophies are not provided by the Region. You should discuss this with your parents and reach a consensus if you would like to have awards for your kids. The region will provide you with contacts where you can order awards for your team.
Miscellaneous
Many teams have a decorated quarter can where parents make contributions after the team scores a goal. Often these contributions go towards pizza parties and other team expenses. Girls often like to have ponytail holders to keep their hair out of their face while they play. Teams often get or make ponytail holders that are the same for all the players. Remember that the players should not wear anything that may pose a danger to themselves or other players. Ponytail holders should be made of material and not have any metal.