The Dauphin Soccer Association (DSA) encourages fun, physical activity and fair play within the context of an informally organized soccer association. The volunteer-based organization relies heavily on a mix of parent, youth and child involvement to ensure all participants have a positive soccer experience.

The DSA promotes an environment of learning – about soccer, teamwork, sportsmanship, and fair play. The DSA values:

Affordable registration fees
o DSA has a family rate
o KidSport™ funding applications available at registration
Fair play
o Kids play at a level consistent with their ability/age
o Teams are created with balance in mind
o Coaches may “swap” players prior to a game in order to keep teams as even as possible
o Our focus is on player development and improvement over the course of the season
Access
o All kids, regardless of ability, gender or affiliation are welcome

Parents Fair Play Code of Ethics:

Parents are encouraged to participate by helping out with:
o Coaching
§ Soccer experience or skill is not required
o Cheering
§ Parents are encouraged to cheer good play on both teams
§ Parents are encouraged to promote fair play to players
§ Our officials have participated in a soccer rules workshop, but they are kids, so please support and encourage them
o Supervising
§ Help coaches keep the kids focused and involved – ensure on-field and off-field activity is safe and fun

A Parent’s Code (from Sport MB A Guide for Sport Parents)

I will remember that my child plays for his or her enjoyment, not mine.
I will teach my child that doing one’s best is more important than winning, so that my child will never feel defeated by the outcome of a game or event.
I will never ridicule or yell at my child for making a mistake or losing a competition. I will provide positive comments that motivate and encourage continued effort.
I will make my child feel like a winner every time by offering praise for competing fairly and trying hard.
I will remember that children learn best by example. I will applaud good play by both my child’s team and their opponents.
I will show respect to my team’s opponents, because without them there would be no game.
I will respect the officials’ decision or judgment and will encourage participants to do the same.
I will respect the volunteer coaches, who give their time to provide sport activities for my child, and show appreciation for their efforts.
I will not use bad language, nor will I harass or abuse, verbally or physically, athletes, coaches, officials or other spectators.
I will not have unrealistic expectations.
I will remember that child athletes are not miniature professionals and cannot be judged by professional standards.

2009 Dauphin Soccer Association (Spring) Season is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, May 5th. (Weather permitting).

All Games will be played at the Outdoor Recreation Complex (2004 Summer Games Facility) on Tuesday and Thursday evenings.
Kindergarten and Mini games begin at 6:00 pm
Junior games begin at 7:00 pm
(Number of players registered will determine team composition and playing start time.)

If you would like to get involved as a coach or volunteer please contact Cam Bennet (President) at 638-5498; David Bosiak (Communications Chair) at 638-5701; or any other member of the executive: Greg Loucks; and John Marshall.