Newton Girls Soccer Metro Boston Renegades Program

For the last several years, Newton Girls Soccer (NGS) has partnered with Mass Premier Soccer (MPS), to offer MPS’ MetroBoston Renegades or School of Excellence (SOE) program to NGS players seeking extra opportunities for skill development and high quality, professional training. 

The program focuses primarily on player development, whilst also allowing players to practice and play with similarly talented and driven peers.

Over 100 players participated in programs at the U9, 10, 11, and 12 levels this year.  NGS and MPS have introduced Junior SOE (U8) program for 1^st and 2^nd graders. 

The SOE has this summer restructured its program. It is now spilt into Academy and Elite. This will be kicking off for the first time in the fall 08 season.

SOE is an 8 week program, and 75 minute training sessions run in the fall, winter, and spring.  In the fall and spring seasons, the U10, 11, and 12 teams play 5 Sunday games against MPS SOE teams from other regions.  JSOE is a 6 week program, and training sessions run for 60 minutes each week.

Teams at all levels – JSOE/U8, U9, U10, U11, and U12 – will participate in the end of season Jamborees in the spring and fall. This is a fun way to end the season, with a series of round robin games at a central location.

All training sessions for the Metro-Boston teams take place in Newton.

The program is staffed by MPS professional coaches, all of whom have a minimum of a B-license. Players may be exposed to a variety of coaching styles throughout their SOE experience, which will only aid their individual development.

Why is the Metro-Boston Renegades or SOE Program Being Offered?

The Metro Boston Renegades program is being offered to provide a better alternative to club programs, which are often found by many players and parents to be inconvenient, focused more on winning than player development, and providing uneven coaching and competition. The Newton-based Renegades, or Metro-Boston SOE program, recognizes that some players who participate in NGS’ travel program want an additional development experience, supplemental to that they receive from their NGS team, but would like the convenience of training in Newton along with coordination between their NGS coach and Renegades/SOE coach. With a focus on player development, the Renegades or Metro-Boston SOE teams are an excellent feeder to Newton's high school programs.

Is the Metro-Boston Renegades or SOE Program for everyone?

No. NGS offers programs for a wide range of soccer interests and abilities. We will continue our commitment to providing top quality intramural and travel programs with many clinics and instructional opportunities. Many strong players on top teams have commitments to other activities, and participation is not mandatory or factored in to NGS team selection. Those who do play for the Renegades/SOE will have a strong commitment and dedication to the development of their soccer skills.

What is the difference between the Academy and Elite program?

The main difference between the two is the commitment level. If you have been chosen to compete in the Elite program then you will need to commit to all three seasons (fall/winter/spring). If you been chosen to compete in the Academy then you will commit to the fall and spring season only. To be chosen for the Elite program, we will be looking for players who have continued to have excelled in practices and in games.

School of Excellence (SOE) Program Description:

• All coaching provided by MPS’ staff of trained soccer professionals
• Programs offered for JSOE/U8 (no tryouts required) and SOE for U9, 10, 11, and 12 (tryouts required, see dates below).
• JSOE runs for 6 weeks.  All other SOE Programs run for 8 weeks in fall and spring. An 8 week winter program is also offered.
• Players are required to also play for an NGS team and be a player in good standing for their NGS team. A limited number of slots are available for Brookline Youth Soccer players and players from other MetroBoston towns.
• Applicants are selected by MPS staff independent from placement process for their town team.
• Program is open to all NGS players.
• Teams will train in Newton twice per week (once for JSOE/U8, U9 and U10) during the fall and spring seasons and have games on five Sunday afternoons.
• Practices during the fall and spring are on Monday and Wednesday afternoons. (U9 on Monday only, U10 on Wednesday only, and JSOE on Friday only).
• All Players will play in a Sunday Jamboree at the end of the fall and spring seasons.
• All home games will be played in Newton.
• Elite teams will compete in an external winter league.
• Cost will be as follows:

Academy (Fall & Spring):
JSOE - $150
U9 - $650
U10 - $850
U11/12 – $1150
 
Elite (Fall, Winter & Spring):
 
All ages: U9-U12 - $1275
 

The cost for each season is in addition to NGS registration with full and partial scholarships available.

• A camp will be held in Newton during the week of August 27 for players in the SOE program and other interested competitive players. Attendance is optional, but encouraged. For camp information, contact  Lee Billiard at MPS (or 781-891-6900 ext. 18).

Tryouts:

If you are interested in trying out for the Winter 08/09 SOE season, please contact SOE Communications Director Gavin MacPhee at 781-891-6900 x34.

There will be a brief informational meeting for parents at the beginning of each session.

All current SOE or Renegades players, with the exception of current U12 players should attend a tryout.

WEATHER-RELATED POSTPONEMENTS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON THE NGS FIELDS HOTLINE - 617-928-6061

Information:

If you are interested in the Renegades or MetroBoston SOE program for your daughter or would like to get more information, please contact one of the co-chairs listed below.

Sincerely,

Jan Wade, Jeff Dias, METROBOSTON SOE/RENEGADES COMMITTEE

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