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VIRGINIA RUSH TOPSOCCER BUDDIES

What is a TOPSoccer Buddy?

TOPSoccer Buddies are enablers. They are volunteers who participate with TOPSoccer players to enable player participation.

  • Buddies should be teenagers (age 13+) or adults
  • Soccer experience is not necessary, the only requirement is a strong desire to enable TOPSoccer players to be successful and to have FUN!

What Does A Buddy Do?

A buddy monitors and interacts with coaches and parents for the players safety.

  • Aware of player noises, likes/dislikes
  • Aware of Safety zones around the player (Walkers, wheelchairs, crutches)
  • Adjusts level of attention in order for the player to be successful
  • Never be alone or out of sight with a player

Continuously monitors the player for:

  • Fatigue
  • Water Breaks
  • Melt-downs

Assists/Creates/Directs/Guides in a FUN but learning environment

  • Ball retrieval/control
  • Balance
  • Assists player to get into position to play
  • Allows the player to do as much for themselves as possible
  • A buddy does NOT score goals but creates opportunities for the player to score
  • If the buddy is having fun, the player will too!

Role of Buddies and Coaches

  • You are a team that works together for the sake of the player
  • The Coach directs the exercises and games, the buddy participates with the players
  • You are the eyes and ears for the coach, especially concerning safety

Are you ready to become a TOPSoccer Buddy?

Download the TOPSoccer Buddy Application below and email a completed copy to Sid Wesseldine at coachwes51@gmail.com.

  • TOPSoccer Buddy Application

    Download Application

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PHONE: (757) 430-3500
FAX: (757) 430-8895
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Due to the COVID pandemic, the Virginia Rush office is open by appointment only.

The Advanced Spring 2021 tryout has been cancelled for January 19, 2021. The Advanced program is currently open registration. We will be filling open roster spots from the Fall 2020 season. Please contact the Advanced Admin for any questions.

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