10th Annual C.A.P.S. Clinic

USC Soccer Clinic ~ Benefiting Children's Chance
Saturday, February 21, 2009 ~ Columbia, SC

Who:
The USC men’s soccer team and the YMCA Columbia United are sponsoring a parent/child soccer clinic for ages 4-14.  The proceeds will go to Children’s Chance, an organization whose mission is to help children with cancer and their families.

What:
The 10th Annual CAPS Clinic first and foremost will be fun.  It is geared towards parents and children being together to learn soccer from the Carolina Gamecock coaching staff and varsity team.

Children will be grouped according to age and ability, while parents are welcome to participate or observe.  Separate parental topics include rules of the game, introduction of basic skills, and small group and team tactics used in the game of soccer. Carolina players will be available for autographs and pictures.

When and Where:                                                       Events of the Day:
Saturday, February 21st from 10 am – 3pm                                       10 am – Welcome & Instructions
The University of South Carolina                                                         10 am-12 pm: Instruction & Play with USC
Soccer Stadium on Whaley Street                                                     12-1 pm: Lunch Break with Kids and Players
Rain or Shine, Lunch Provided!                                                          1-3 pm: Instruction & Play with USC
                                                                                                             3 pm: Players available for autographs and photos

What to Bring:
Each child should bring a soccer ball, shin guards, water, and appropriate soccer apparel for the clinic.  Parents should dress appropriately to participate or observe (soccer shoes optional, portable/lawn chair encouraged). Feel free to bring your camera to take pictures at the event.

Cost:
The cost for the clinic is $35 per child, and $20 for each additional sibling
*The cost includes a free lunch and event t-shirt!

Register by February 13th to Reserve your T-Shirt!
*late registration and walk-in registration is available, but a t-shirt is not guaranteed.

Send Registration Form and Payment to:
Children’s Chance
609 Sims Avenue, 2nd Floor
Columbia, SC 29205
*If you have any questions please contact Samantha Higgins at Children’s Chance: 803-254-5996 or samanthahiggins@bellsouth.net or visit www.childrenschance.org

10th Annual C.A.P.S. Clinic 2009 – Registration Form

Child(s) Name(s):  ________________________                                                                        Age(s): ___________                    

Address: ____________________________________________   City: ________________ State: _______    Zip:                               

Will a parent be attending the Clinic?

Please circle Yes/No

Parent’s Name ________________________________          Home Phone ______________                                                   

Work/Cell Phone________________                                            Email: ______________________________________________

Please circle your child’s T-shirt size: must register by February 13th to guarantee a t-shirt

Youth Small (6-8)                        Youth Medium (10-12)      Youth Large (14-16)            Adult Small            Adult Medium         Adult Large

I, parent/guardian of the named child (ren), hereby give my permission for his/her participation in this camp.  I assume all risks and hazards.  I release, discharge, and/or identify The University of South Carolina and the YMCA Columbia United, its representatives, sponsors, employees and associated personnel against any claim while I or the child participates in or during transportation to/from this camp. I agree that any photos taken during this event can be used by Children’s Chance, the YMCA Columbia United, or USC for publicity purposes.

Signature of parent/guardian: _________________________                                                            Date