Here is the latest information I have on fields, practices and games. I need volunteers for this weekend. Please email me or call me (412.327.6464) if you have the time to help. It will be greatly appreciated.
Where will we play U8 soccer this Spring?
Unfortunately, we still have not heard back from Parks-N-Rec regarding the availability of the PV space. This puts me in an awkward position since we need to line fields this weekend. I've talked with Pete Chiste and other board members, and we've agreed to go ahead and put 5 U8 fields at the Peterswood Soccer Complex (PSC) and 2 U8 fields at Venetia. This is the same configuration as last fall (however, we'll rotate the fields 90 degrees at PSC).
If PV becomes available we'll address moving all U8 fields at that time (this would allow for PSC rework and rest). I'm hoping we get a response today confirming or denying PV availability. I would hate to have to create U8 fields twice. But for now, I'm assuming PV will not be available to us. I can't hold off any longer.
Will the fields be open next week?
Currently, all fields are closed. It's up to (a) Mother Nature and (b) our Director of Fields to determine availability next week. Keep in mind that it is not uncommon, in the Springtime, for us to have little-to-no-practice before our first games. It's not ideal, but what can we do? Check the hotline if you want to know if they are open or closed.
I need volunteers for this weekend
Ok, I just looked at weather.com and it looks like we will have a window of opportunity to get the U8 fields lined and set up tomorrow (Saturday). I plan on starting at 8am at PSC, and won't stop until all of the fields are complete. The more volunteers, the faster it will go. The work that needs done includes:
- Measuring & Staking all of the fields (7 total fields).
- Lining/painting all of the fields.
- Moving goals into place.
- Inspecting and repairing any netting issues.
- Inspecting and placing all goal sand bags.
As of today, I plan on keeping the same practice schedule as the fall. New coaches can send me their requests. If we get PV, this will need to change.
What will be the game schedule?
My policy is that I won't build a game schedule until all of the fields are lined and completed. It would be a mistake to create the game schedule not knowing what will happen with the field situation (number of fields, locations, etc). Hopefully I can get the game schedule done on Sunday.
--Tony
