1. Building confidence and self-esteem: Participating in co-ed soccer can help children build their confidence and self-esteem. Playing on a team, working together with others towards a common goal, and learning new skills can all contribute to a child’s sense of accomplishment and pride.
2. Improving social skills: Soccer is a social sport, and playing in a co-ed environment can help children learn how to interact and collaborate with others. Children will learn how to communicate with their teammates, develop teamwork skills, and build friendships.
3. Encouraging physical activity: Regular physical activity is important for maintaining good mental health, and co-ed soccer provides an excellent opportunity for children to engage in physical activity in a fun and supportive environment. Physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve mood, concentration, and sleep quality.
4. Teaching resilience: Soccer can be a challenging sport, and children will experience setbacks and obstacles as they learn and grow. However, they will also learn to persevere, pick themselves up after a defeat, and keep trying. This kind of resilience can help children develop a growth mindset and become more confident and resilient in the face of future challenges.
5. Creating a sense of belonging: Co-ed soccer creates a sense of community and belonging for children. They will learn to work together and support one another, developing strong connections with their teammates and a sense of camaraderie.

In conclusion, co-ed recreational soccer is a great way for children to stay active, develop their social and mental health skills, and have fun. Whether they’re just starting out or already experienced players, co-ed soccer provides a supportive and inclusive environment where children can thrive and grow. So, encourage your kids to get involved in co-ed soccer and watch as they develop a love for the sport and the many benefits it provides for their mental health.

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After 10 years of dedication and support to McKnight Soccer, Claudio Rojas, has bid us farewell as he begins the next stage of his life in B.C. His love for the communities under our umbrella gave us one of the best recreational co-ed soccer leagues in Calgary, to take the reigns now and begin a new chapter is an honour.

We will continue to keep this league well-organized, fun, and affordable to the families who trust us to provide important skills and memories to their child’s lives. This trust is not lost on us, and we are grateful.

Incoming Directors

Here are the following incoming members of your board:

• President | Brandon Cadman
• Vice-President | Dario Hudon-Verrelli
• Registrar | Dana Moffit
• Secretary | Corinne Sefton

Continuing Directors

We are fortunate to have the continued service of the following directors to help guide this new chapter in McKnight Soccer’s history:

• Advertising Coordinator | Nicole Toupin-Flatt
• Equipment Coordinator | Justin Elton

Vacant Director Positions

As with every change in an organization’s changing of the guard, we have vacancies that we would love to fill with those whose skills and appreciation for community make us even better. If you’re curious about the responsibilities within each board of director’s position, just click here, and if you know someone who would be a great fit, please have them reach out to us via our contact page here.

We honestly CANNOT run this ship as smoothly as it does without steady volunteers guiding it. So consider volunteering, ask us questions, don’t be shy. It’s a lot more fun and fulfilling than you imagine, and why not go all in as a soccer parent 😉

Treasurer

1. Attend all board meetings (max 4 – 6 meetings/year)
2. Manage all finances including Director’s & Officer’s and liability insurance for the MSC
3. Prepare and present updated budget report prior to each board meeting and year-end summary
4. Liaise with all vendors/service providers for payments
5. Verify community memberships, existing & required, by liaising with Registrar & all five (5) community association membership contacts
6. Issue payment to community associations for community memberships

Soccer Coordinator

1. Attend all board meetings (max 4 – 6 meetings/year)
2. Create game schedule for the season
3. Review and confirm field renewals with City of Calgary permits for all games including tournament (if required)
4. Arrange and manage port-o-potties at Cambrian, North Haven and Colonel Irvine fields
5. Arrange and manage temporary shed at North Haven Community Hall
6. Liaise with required vendors/service providers for products & services and forward to Treasurer for payment
7. Liaise with President/VP to book Cambrian field and trainor for coaches clinics
8. Liaise with Volunteer Coordinator and assist with scheduling/booking halls for all soccer events including Coaches Meeting, Photo Night, Coaches Dinner, Windup Party (when required)
9. Submit budget for next fiscal year to Treasurer at first annual board meeting

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1. Improving social skills: Teamwork requires children to interact and communicate with others, which helps them develop their social skills. Children will learn to take turns, listen to others, and work together to achieve a common goal. By participating in team activities, children will also learn how to resolve conflicts, compromise, and support one another.
2. Building confidence and self-esteem: Teamwork helps children build their confidence and self-esteem by giving them the opportunity to contribute to a group effort and experience success. When children feel valued for their contributions, they are more likely to have positive feelings about themselves and their abilities.
3. Encouraging physical activity: Many team activities, such as sports and games, encourage physical activity, which is important for children’s overall health and well-being. Regular physical activity has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression and improve mood, concentration, and sleep quality.
4. Developing problem-solving skills: Teamwork requires children to think critically and creatively, which helps them develop their problem-solving skills. Children will learn how to approach challenges as a team and come up with solutions that work for everyone. This is an important skill that will serve them well in many aspects of their lives.
5. Promoting a sense of belonging: Teamwork helps children feel a sense of belonging and connectedness to others. Children who participate in team activities are more likely to form strong bonds with their teammates, which can lead to positive relationships that last a lifetime.
6. Preparing for future success: Teamwork is an important skill that will serve children well as they grow and transition into adulthood. Whether in the workplace, in their personal lives, or in their communities, teamwork is a valuable skill that is highly sought after. By learning teamwork skills early on, children will be better prepared for success in the future.

In conclusion, teamwork is an important skill that can have a positive impact on children’s development in many areas. Whether it’s through sports, games, or other group activities, teamwork provides children with the opportunity to learn valuable life skills, build their confidence and self-esteem, and have fun. So encourage your children to participate in team activities and watch as they develop into well-rounded, confident, and successful individuals.

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