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Captain's Responsibilities

Attend GAWSA league meetings. Inform team members of league business, rule changes, and other information.
Provide the GAWSA Registrar with a current address and telephone number for the Captain and each member of the team.
Register all players with GAWSA. This registration provides a valid temporary or annual player pass for each member of the team.
Register the team for the season of play.
Provide a schedule, field directions, and a player telephone list to each player.
Make each player aware of the proper uniform.
Make each player aware of the FIFA rules and regulations that govern the game.
Provide the proper equipment for practice and games.
Provide practice for the improvement of play and team continuity.
Set an example of positive talk, sportsmanship, and teamwork.

GAMES

Complete a game card with the players who will participate in the game. Review the participants to be sure that at least a minimum number (8) of players can attend.
Check jersey colors for a conflict; the home team must provide an alternate jersey. The goalie should contrast with both teams.
If the weather is inclement and the game is cancelled, the home team calls the Visiting Captain as soon as possible to notify them of the cancellation. Each team member is then notified of the cancellation. A date is set to reschedule the match and the league scheduler is notified.

At The Field

Make sure that all players have the proper uniform.
Make sure that each player stretches and warms up before the game and cools down afterwards.
Present the player passes and the game card to the referee. Collect the player passes and required copies of the game card (hard copy and set of carbons) from the referee.
If the home team, provide the game ball and corner flags (if required) and retrieve them at the end of the game.
Check the field for proper lines.
Participate in the coin toss.
Represent the team to the referee during the game.
Exercise sportsmanship during the game and shake hands with the opponent at the end of the game.

Game Cards

Mail a game cards to the GAWSA Registrar after each scheduled game, regardless of whether the game is played. If the game was not played, indicate the reason. If the game was played, make sure that any injuries and/or problems with the field or referee are noted. Any other comments can also be added to the game card. Also, please make sure the final score and winner is legible.

OTHER

Delegate responsibilities to other team members. An over-burdened Captain can become burnt out or lose enthusiasm.
Hold periodic team meetings so that all members have input. If the team desires, hold elections for Captain.
Inform the GAWSA Registrar of any changes.

HELPFUL HINTS FOR NEW CAPTAINS

Read the Captain’s Handbook!
Make a list of players/phone numbers/addresses to give all players.
Make out a phone tree so you don’t have to make all the calls yourself!
Collect money BEFORE you allow a player to play.
The money and registration form MUST be to the Registrar by the Wednesday before the scheduled game in order for the player to be eligible for play on that day. This information must be given before a temporary or annual pass will be issued.
Stress the importance of having the players notify you if they won’t be at the game as early as possible, not the day of the game.
Bring your Captain’s Handbook to game, in case of the need to clarify any league information. You may need this as support when discussing matters with the referee or opposing Captain.
You must notify the Vice President of any yellow or red cards issued within 48 hours. Make sure any cards are noted on the game card for the Registrar.
Carry with you at all times (keep these in a ziplock bag):
Extra copies of the schedule
A copy of the team roster
Player passes
A pen
An extra game card.

If you have any questions, please contact Tammy Lerner.