Friday, October 30, 2020

Let the Games Begin - October 31st

 We are so excited for games to start tomorrow!  There will be four fields set up up at Waggoner, and the field assignments will be at the registration table.  Here are a few things to remember:

  • Arrive 10-15 minutes before your scheduled game time
  • Go directly to our check-in table (normal spot) for temperature check and verify you've checked in
  • Equipment/Uniform -
    • Uniform/light blue shirt (if you have one)
    • Pinnie (if you have one)
    • soccer ball
    • cleats
    • shin guards
    • water
See you at the pitch!


Friday, October 23, 2020

Last Practice and Teams

 This year continues to surprise us with an unprecedented season and many changes to accommodate our new format.  We feel so blessed to have such an amazing Cielo family.  It has been challenging with many facing unforeseen hardships, worries, and burdens.  Yet, we now can come together every Saturday, be with friends and family, and put our cares away for an hour or two.  

We are so grateful that so many felt comfortable to return and starting with us this season.  Other sites have not been as lucky, and numbers at other locations are at a record low.  Due to this, we have made some slight changes to game format, to accommodate fewer players.  On the bright side, our new game site is WAGGONER PARK!  Here's a summary:

  • Game Site: Waggoner Park
  • 5-12 year old teams (6 v. 6)
  • 13-15 year old teams (5 v. 5)
    • 13-15 year olds will alternate locations
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:

We have been contacted by the office twice due to issues with check-in, so please adhere to the new guidelines.  We were unclear about them as well, so we completely understand.  Please help us properly follow all new protocol, as we all learn these things together.  
  • Upon arrival, come to the tent with your child
  • All players need their temperature checked
  • Parents, need to check in your child through the ActivStars app
    • If you do not have the app, you can download it at the App or Google Play store on your device
  • If you have not been checking in your child on the app weekly, please login and reconcile their attendance
    • Students who are in attendance and paid in full, I am able to and have checked in your child weekly
    • The app does not allow me to check in students who are paying weekly, and it must be authorized by your app
  • You must use the email login associated with your child's account in order to view their classes and check-in for the day
If you have any issues with the app or doing your weekly check-in that I cannot fix, please contact the office so they can guide you.  

ActivStars Office: 480-603-3780

We know these changes are not easy, so we appreciate your patience as we navigate them together.

We are so excited to see you all tomorrow.  Coach Sean will be announcing teams, and we will get in our last Saturday practice before heading into games.

See you at the pitch!

-Coach Sean and Erin


Friday, October 9, 2020

Week 3 - Special Guest

 We hope you are enjoying fall break, for those of you who have one.  We are taking our first family vacation since last year, so it's been a nice reprieve.  Even though schools are on break, we are still on for soccer!  

Tomorrow, you have a special guest coach, Jose Velarde.  He comes with extensive experience as a club trainer, and a coach for club, high school and ActivStars soccer.  Most recently, he's been named the soccer trainer for the east and west valley.  We have known coach Jose for years and are lucky to benefit from his vast experience and love for the sport.  Coach Andy will be there running practices tomorrow as well, so you will be in good hands.  If you are out of town for the break, please email me to let me know.  Your child can do a make-up class when you return.  

We are excited to hear about your wonderful day of practice tomorrow!

Friday, October 2, 2020

Week 2 - Practice Times

 Tomorrow is our first day of regular practice times, and we are so excited!  We love our shade and parking at our new location, so we are liking our new digs.

A few things to remember:

  • Check in at the white tent upon arrival
  • ALL players need their temperature checked before getting on the field
  • Payments are made online through the Activstars site
  • Students must be registered before playing
  • Purchase a black/white pinnie online through the ActivStars website
  • Bring plenty of water - there will be no water available on site
  • Comfy clothes, cleats, shinguards, and a MASK

Practice Times:
  • 9:00 am - 5-6 year olds
  • 10:00 am - 7-8 year olds
  • 11:00 am - 9-10 year olds
  • 12:00 pm - 11-15 year olds