Modified Practice for Season 2008

Aloha All!

With the busy holidays and all, practices have been postponed until the new year.

The first practice will commence on Thursday, January 3, 2008, 4:30 p.m., next to Wai'anae Library. Practice gear for the princesses is status quo (shoes, socks, shin guards, and comfortable shorts and tee).

You will be notified of next year's game schedule as soon as it becomes available. All we need at this time is your updated contact information (if it has changed), and your awesome support and spirit that you boldly displayed in the 2007 Fall Season.

If there are any questions, feel free to contact Gina or I via phone and email and we'll take care of you.

Until we meet again in 2008, may the Lord be blessing you and yours exceedingly and abundantly above anything you could ever imagine!

Someone's turning 5 Years Old!

Pix from End of Season 1 Pa'ina...

Pix of The Last Game of the Season!

Are You Ready to P-A-R-T-Y !?!

Because of your AWESOME input, we have locked in on a date and place to have the Soccer End-of-Season Party that EVERYONE will be able to attend!


Date: Sunday, November 11, 2007
Time: 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Place: Pearl City Chuck E. Cheese, 850 Kam Highway, 455-1448
Who?: Princesses and their Friends and Family
*** Visit http://www.chuckecheese.com/ for family coupons and specials!

We are looking forward to making this party the funnest that it can be for our 'Princesses', so all ideas are welcome! Mark your calendars and prepare to have a blast that day.

Just Like Team Princesses, Here Are 5 Bodies Working Together As One Team. Enjoy! (I Know I Did) ...

'Ohana Pix...

This is a great shot of the players and their 'ohana of Team Princesses 2007.

After looking at this picture for awhile, though, I have to admit, I started to think that we look more like a football team than a soccer team.

Don't you agree?!? We got some "bulls" in the line-up here (ha ha).

All I have to say is, I feel safe on this team! :)

London Bridges Falling Down...

Is it just me...or is this the funnest part of the game for our princesses? (hee)

Extended 'Ohana

Game #4 was refereed by my best friend from work at H.P.D., Uncle Pono.

Uncle Pono mentioned after the game that Team Princesses and their supporters displayed excellent team spirit and sportsmanship.

Good job, gang! Keep up the spirit!

Diplomatic Relations...

Here is Joy of Team Princesses and Isabella of the Bumble Bees supporting each other at their soccer games.

Isabella is the daughter of Uncle Pono (Game #4 referee in the above pix). She and Joy are the best of "cousins".

Isn't it nice that although we sometimes end up on different "teams", we can still relate diplomatically, and love one another. Here's another prime example of true princesses.

Well...this is not "soccer"-related, but it sure is cute. Maybe we should make a "Team Princesses" Haka! Any takers?!?

Video Clips Game #2

Go Princesses Go

Team Roster & Contact Information

(Please email any changes or updates to this roster to dnuuhiwa@gmail.com)

COACH
Auntie Gina Ehia
Phone: (808) 744-0315
Cell: (808) 330-7076
Email: rehia@hawaii.rr.com

TEAM MEMBERS
#2 Giana Ehia
Parent: Gina Ehia
Phone: (808) 744-0315
Cell: (808) 330-7076
Email: rehia@hawaii.rr.com

#3 Lola Duropan
Parent: Georgette Duropan
Phone: (808) 696-0003
Cell: (808) 478-5961
Email: bebe96792@hotmail.com

#4 Jodie Puaoi
Parent: Tasha Puaoi
Phone: (808) 306-2076
Cell: (808) 306-2076
Email: jazjodie@yahoo.com

#5 Joy Nu'uhiwa
Parents: Derek & Yoko Nu'uhiwa
Phone: (808) 696-0738
Cell: (808) 295-3775
Email: dnuuhiwa@gmail.com

#6 Jacey-Li Lam-Fonokalafi
Parent: Dayna Lam-Fonokalafi
Phone: (808) 696-2032
Cell: (808) 782-4394
Email: mpressdaynalf@hotmail.com

TEAM PARENTS
Uncle Derek & Auntie Yoko Nu'uhiwa
Phone: (808) 696-0738
Cell: (808) 295-3775
Email: dnuuhiwa@gmail.com

Practice Information

WHEN?
Every Thursdays, 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm (cancellations to be announced).

WHERE?
Grass Area adjacent to Wai'anae Recreation Center (opposite Wai'anae Intermediate).

PLAYER ATTIRE?
Comfortable shorts and t-shirt, soccer ball, soccer shoes, soccer shin guards, soccer socks, a smiling face and a whole lot of energy.

OTHER SUGGESTED ITEMS?
Towel, refreshments/snacks and change of clothes.

Game & Referree Schedule / Snack&Lunch Assignments

FRIENDLY REMINDERS:
1. All games will be held Saturdays at the Kapolei Regional Park.

2. So that we abide by the rules set forth by A.Y.S.O., before attending games, please have all game supporters review the
U5 GIRLS GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING RULES
(supplied to you in a handout earlier in the season AND also available on this blog).

3. Before you referee a game, please review the
U5 GIRLS REFEREE GUIDELINES
(supplied to you in a handout earlier in the season AND also available on this blog).

4. Please take careful note of your selected dates that you will be providing snacks and lunch for our princesses.

GAME 1 August 25, 2007
REFEREE: 8:00 am / Field 3 / Ehia
GAME: 9:00 am / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Ehia

GAME 2 September 1, 2007
REFEREE: Rest
GAME: 10:00 am / Field 3 / Visitor
SNACK/LUNCH: Nu'uhiwa

GAME 3 September 8, 2007
REFEREE: 8:00 am / Field 3 / Lam-Fonokalafi
GAME: 9:00 am / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Lam-Fonokalafi

GAME 4 September 22, 2007
REFEREE: Rest
GAME: 10:00 am / Field 3 / Visitor
SNACK/LUNCH: Puaoi

GAME 5 September 29, 2007
REFEREE: Rest
GAME: 8:00 am / Field 2 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Ehia

GAME 6 October 6, 2007
REFEREE: Rest
GAME: 1:00 pm / Field 3 / Visitor
SNACK/LUNCH: Lam-Fonokalafi

GAME 7 October 13, 2007
REFEREE: 10:00 am / Field 3 / Nu'uhiwa
GAME: 11:00 am / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Duropan

GAME 8 October 20, 2007
REFEREE: 11:00 am / Field 3 / Puaoi
GAME: 12:00 pm / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Nu'uhiwa

GAME 9 October 27, 2007
REFEREE: Rest
GAME: 8:00 am / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Puaoi

GAME 10 November 3, 2007
REFEREE: 10:00 am / Field 3 / Duropan
GAME: 11:00 am / Field 3 / Home
SNACK/LUNCH: Duropan

U5 GIRLS GENERAL HOUSEKEEPING RULES

(The following information was handed out to all families at the beginning of the soccer season):

• All games will be played on field 1.
• Home teams and supports sit on the Mauka side of the field; visiting teams and supporters sit on the Diamond Head side of the field. No one sits behind the goals.
• Teams with the first game need to set up goals a half hour before game time.
• Teams with the last game need to take goals down and return them to the storage room at the rear of the comfort station (restrooms).
• coaches are responsible for the behavior of their players and supporters.
• Team parent(s) should pick-up the newsletters and check in at the region tent before each game.
• There will be zero tolerance for violence and profanity at Kapolei Regional Park.
• Smoking is not allowed on the field at any time for any reason. Please remind team supports. Smoking is permitted in the parking lot only.
• Please remind players not to throw or kick the ball at or on the comfort station.
• Please make arrangements to ensure that your referee assignments are covered.
• Reminder that AYSO is an all volunteer organization, from the Regional Commissioner down to the Team Parent.
• Please pick up any rubbish in your area after each game and deposit trash in the appropriate containers. Let's keep our park clean for the keiki

U5 GIRLS REFEREE GUIDELINES

(The following information was handed out to all families at the beginning of the soccer season):

At the beginning of the game:

1. Inspect the players: uniforms okay, nails cut short, everyone healthy and ready to play - most importantly NO JEWELRY (earrings, necklace, watch, etc.)
2. Have the coaches send in 2 players for the coin toss to decide who kicks off.
3. Remember that each quarter is 8 minutes long. There is a 2 minute water break between quarters and a 5 minute half-time break. The game shouldn't exceed 45 minutes and everything is a running clock.

During the game, these are the most common calls:

1. Out of Bounds - when the ball goes outside the line. Just note which player kicked it out and the opposing team throws the ball back in.
2. Throw in - during a throw in, the ball must be held with 2 hands thrown over the head with both feet touching the ground.
3. Kick-off (a.k.a. Restart) = Done anytime the ball goes into the goal regardless of who kicks the ball in.
4. Goal Kick - When the ball is kicked out of bounds behind the goal by the offensive, they can set up for a kick in front of the goal.
5. Corner Throw In - When the ball is kicked out of bounds near the goal by the defending team.
6. Hands or Hand Ball - self explanatory - called when any player touches the ball with their hands.
7. Pushing - self explanatory - called when player pushes another player with unnecessary force.
8. Calling Half & Game - 2 long whistles indicates half, 3 long whistles is game over.
9. Goal Box (or circle) - Once the ball rolls into the goal box, it's a dead ball. It is only "in-play" if it continues to roll into the goal. If a player kicks the ball from inside the box it is still considered a dead ball and becomes a Goal Kick.
10. If you aren't refereeing, don't forget to water your referee. It's hot out there and the kids aren't the only one's getting dehydrated. Be sure to offer the referee some water during halftime.

As a referee, you are also watching the team as a whole as they play namely the supporters on the side lines and the coach in addition to the players. These factors are what you are using to determine the sportsmanship points for the team. These points are logged on the back of the game cards given to you by each coach. Once the cards are done, the referee turns them into the main tent. Only the refee can mark the back of the card, if the coach has put their own scores or comments, mark through the scores and put your own. Leave comments but notate who made them.