During each soccer season, multiple fundraising events are scheduled.  Funds raised during these events cover the remaining costs of running the Huron soccer program. In 2027, the progam will accept sponsorhips with banners placed at the field, SchoolFndr, Dollars for Goals, and a spirit store that supports the program. Without fundraising, the soccer program could not exsit. We appreciate you!

TOP 10 NUTRITION RULES FOR FUELING SOCCER PLAYERS

1. Eat minimally processed foods. Limit foods with added sugar, trans fats and saturated fat.

2. Eat a rainbow. Choose a variety of fruits and vegetables.

3. Choose lean proteins. Have lean protein with each meal. Chicken,Turkey, and Fish are great options.

4. Choose healthy fats. Include healthy fats such as olive oil, flaxseed, fish, avocados, nuts and seeds.

5. Choose complex carbohydrates.  Whole grains (wheat bread or wheat pasta), brown rice, legumes, potatoes (with the skin).  These complex carbohydrates break down slower to give you energy that lasts longer.

6. Eat breakfast every day. “Break the fast” and kick-start your metabolism with protein, carbohydrates and fluids.

7. Fuel for your training. Don’t skip meals.

8. Stay hydrated. Dehydration equals decreased performance! Men should drink approximately 3.7 liters of water a day. 8oz water intake for every 15 minutes exercising.  Proper hydration means that when you go to the bathroom, it is clear.  If it’s yellow; you are not properly hydrated.

9. Recover. Have a recovery drink with a 4-1 ratio of carbohydrate to protein within 30 minutes of exercise. Eat a balanced meal within two hours.

10. Sleep. Get eight hours every night to ensure proper recovery.

If you would like further information, all players and parents are encouraged to read this article: The Perfect Training Diet for Soccer Players written by Kristine Clark, Ph.D., R.D.  She is the Director of Sports Nutrition for Sports Medicine as well as a Nutritionist for the United States Olympic Gold Medal winning women’s soccer team from 1995-2007.

Families requesting a waiver for the PTP Sport Fee must provide documentation to their school’s athletic office of one of the following:  An AAPS Free/Reduced Lunch Letter or Proof of a Current Rec & Ed Scholarship. Staff at your athletic office will give you a discount coupon code for on-line registration. The code you are given will automatically reduce your PTP Sport Fee by 50% or 100%.

If your family does not have a current Rec & Ed scholarship, click on this link for additional information and application forms, Rec & Ed scholarship: https://www.a2schools.org/domain/662

(Please indicate on the scholarship form or attach a note that you are interested in waiving the Pay-to-Participate Sport Fee). Only one scholarship application is needed per household.

Rec & Ed accepts scholarship applications in person during office hours at the Rec & Ed office, by mail, by email scholarships@aaps.k12.mi.us  or in our secure 24-hour drop box in the entrance of our office. It takes 5-7 business days to process scholarship applications with all completed documentation.

Communication between the coaching staff and players and for scheduling is through sportsYou (code: UN2G-GPDH).

 All information during the pre-season and regular season is posted on sportsYou (as opposed to email, text messages, etc.).