Head Coach:	Mark Freeman
Coaching Licenses:	FYSA 'E'
Past Coaching Experience:	2009 - BRSC U11 Girls 'Maroon' 2008 - BRSC U10 Girls Academy 2007 - BRSC U8 Coed & BRSC U9 Girls 'White' Assistant 2003-2006 - BRSC various recreational Girls and Coed teams
E-mail:	mark-freeman@mesgc.com
Home Phone:	941-756-5727
Cell Phone:	941-650-0039
Coaching Philosophy:	Provide a positive and fun learning environment to encourage the players' love for the game of soccer Promote player development through teaching proper fundamental skills and providing players with the tools to translate those skills to game situations by maximizing game speed activities and simulations at practice Within the framework of the team concept, allow players as much freedom as possible to make educated decisions for themselves on the soccer field in response to the constantly changing game environment
Team Manager / Assistant Coach:	Stephen Parker
Coaching Licenses:	USSF 'D' and USSF National Youth
Past Coaching Experience:	2009 - BRSC U8 Coed & BRSC U11 Girls 'Maroon' Assistant 2008 - BRSC U7 Coed & BRSC U10 Girls Academy 2007 - BRSC U6 Coed & BRSC U9 Girls 'Maroon' 2006 - BRSC U8 Girls 2005 - Manatee United U8 Coed & Manatee United U12 Girls 2004 - Manatee United U6 Coed & Manatee Magic U10 Girls Assistant 2003 - Manatee United U5 Coed & Manatee Magic U9 Girls Assistant
E-mail:	stparker@hpcnet.com
Home Phone:	941-723-3053
Cell Phone:	941-730-9775
Coaching Philosophy:	Create an environment that allows for an enjoyable soccer experience, creating a love for the game to hopefully last a lifetime Assist the players in developing a greater knowledge and skill level of the game, both tactically and technically Assist the players develop a greater sense of ‘team’ and to grow friendships with his/her teammates Improve the players level of physical fitness Ensure the players respect for the game, their opponent, and all others involved Assist the players growth, not only as soccer players but as members of our community as well Understand my own limitations and use them as an opportunity to learn from others
Assistant Coach:	Nicole Ferris
Past Coaching Experience:	2009 - BRSC U11 Girls 'Maroon' Assistant YMCA rec league in Tennessee for two years
Playing Experience:	Played at the Division II level for four years at Tusculum College First team All-Region, First team All-Conference, and Academic All-American Third Team Team captain for junior and senior years
E-mail:	n.ferris@hotmail.com
Cell Phone:	513-260-8714
Coaching Philosophy:	To provide an environment where the girls can advance their knowledge of the game of soccer and have fun at the same time To be able to motivate them to pursue their goals for a soccer career by sharing my experience I had along the way With practices, I hope to further develop their fundamental skills by doing drills that they can carry over when playing in an actual game. This would also allow them to compete at the top level.

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Coaches Code of Ethics (reprinted from Florida Youth Soccer Association):

• I will never place the value of winning before the safety and welfare of all players
• I will always show respect for players, other coaches, and game officials.
• I will lead by example, demonstrating fair play and sportsmanship at all times.
• I will be demonstrate knowledgeable of the rules of the game, and teach these rules to my players.
• I will never use abusive or insulting language. I will treat everyone with dignity.
• I will not tolerate inappropriate behavior, regardless of the situation.
• I will not allow the use of anabolic agents or stimulants, drugs, tobacco, or alcohol by any of my players.
• I will never knowingly jeopardize the eligibility and participation of a student-athlete.
• Youth have a greater need for example than criticism. I will be the primary soccer role model.
• I will at all times conduct myself in a positive manner.
• Coaching is motivating players to produce their best effort, inspiring players to learn, and encouraging players to be winners.
• Coach's actions on sidelines during  games  shall  be   in the spirit of "good sportsmanship" at all times. Profanity, profane gestures, arguing, inciting  disruptive  behavior   by  spectators and/or players,  or  any conduct   not   in   the   spirit of  good sportsmanship,  shall  require disciplinary action  from  the   affiliate.
• Alcohol, illegal drugs and unauthorized prescription drugs shall not be possessed, consumed or distributed before, during or after any game or at any other time at the field and/or game complex.
• I will refrain from any activity or conduct that may be detrimental or reflect adversely upon FYSA, its members or its programs.
• I will accurately and completely complete the coach/volunteer application form and by application attest to the accuracy of the information submitted.