Soccer is a fall season that starts mid-August and ends Mid October
Coach Wozniak has been the head coach for the men's soccer team since 2013. The team was a city finalist in 2013. Newtown has a rich history in soccer winning multiply city championships in the 80's, 90's and 2000's.
1. Player Development First
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Focus on improving individual skills (dribbling, passing, shooting, defending) and game understanding.
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Encourage learning from mistakes and growth over time.
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Promote physical fitness and injury prevention.
2. Teamwork and Communication
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Soccer is a team sport—success depends on how well players work together.
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Emphasize clear communication on and off the field.
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Foster trust, respect, and support among teammates.
3. Tactical Awareness
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Teach players to understand different formations and roles.
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Encourage intelligent decision-making during the game.
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Adapt tactics to the team’s strengths and opponents’ weaknesses.
4. Positive Attitude and Sportsmanship
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Encourage players to compete hard but fairly.
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Respect referees, opponents, and teammates.
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Build character through challenges and successes.
5. Enjoyment and Passion for the Game
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Cultivate a love for soccer beyond wins and losses.
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Make practices engaging and fun.
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Inspire players to carry their passion beyond high school.
Tryouts for soccer happen in June for the following school year.
The 5+1 Rule - A student-athlete must pass five credit-bearing courses + Physical Education on the most recent report card. Credit-bearing courses taken in night school and summer school are included.
The 10-Credit Rule - A student-athlete must accumulate a minimum of 10 credits, NOT including physical education, in the two terms prior to the eligibility evaluation period (all credits accumulated in night school and summer school are included). The evaluation of the 10-credit rule begins when a student enters their third term of high school.
GPA (Grade Point Average) Requirement - A student-athlete must achieve a minimum GPA of 65 on their most recent report card or transcript.
Attendance Requirements: A student-athlete must maintain a minimum of 90% school attendance in each marking period. The 90% attendance requirement is not cumulative.
