Parents/Players,

Please review the preseason “twice a day” schedule on the district system Abiterlive: https://arbiterlive.com/Teams/Schedule/4634546 There is a change in the morning training time on Tuesday (8/13) and Thursday (8/15) from 8:30am to 8am. We will conduct warm ups on the grass prior to training on the turf. Please arrange your transportation to the new times, Remember that beginning of training times are “on the field” and ready to train – not arrival time. Tryouts for the Junior Varsity/Varsity teams will be conducted 8/12 and 8/13. All players are reminded to wear a blue or grey t-shirt (“Etown” shirt preferred), proper soccer shorts (no basketball, etc.), proper soccer socks, cleats, shin guards (must be worn at all times), and running shoes. In addition, you are required to bring a LARGE water container (with printed name) and a protein snack to each preseason training session. Remember you are recommended to drink 16-24 fl oz of water two hours prior to training and another 7-10 fl oz consumed 20 minutes prior to the actual session. Program questions? Email Coach Sostack – Head Varsity Coach at james_sostack@etownschools.org.

Save the Dates:

Preseason Start Date: Monday, 8/12, at 8am (Turf Stadium)

Team Uniforms : Wednesday, 8/15, at 11am (Gym Equipment Room)

Team Pictures: Thursday, 8/16, at 7pm (Turf Stadium)

JV/Varsity Team Family Picnic: Saturday, August 24th at 6pm (Elizabethtown Park)

Hello high school players and parents,

We are switching things up this year. Instead of the mile test we will be doing the Bronco Fitness test. The test is explained in the image below.

The test will be run Monday morning at 8:00 am. Make sure to be there early so you can be ready to start right at 8:00 am. The target time to complete the test will be 4:45.

Seniors Only,

Seniors are requested to submit a bio for the Fall Program published by Big E Booster club. Here is the google form link to submit your information:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdWKjgbLjfTAay2x7ny-yDBZq602mi59w9-Ca4dilZ3phhu3Q/viewform?usp=sf_link

We hope you are all having an awesome summer. We are a little more than two weeks away from our start. Let’s get ready to have a memorable season. Our program is proud to have one of our very own MIddle School Science teachers as the new Jr. High Assistant Coach, Julia Hultstrand. Let’s welcome her with open arms, she brings a great deal of experience with her that will build on the positive atmosphere we are known for.

Below is important information for the season. Most of this is on the “Jr. High Teams” page that you can refer back to.

All practices will be Monday – Friday from 3:15 – 5:15. This will be on the East High Elementary Fields #2 and/or #3. Our first week is also Fair Week, please plan accordingly.

Tryouts will be 8/19, 8/20, and 8/21, 3:15-5:15pm at East High Elementary.

There will be a parents meeting on 8/19 at 4:45pm on the Field #1 Bleachers. We are looking for a Jr High Boys Soccer Big E Booster parent rep. If interested, please email me directly: andrew_schoenberger@etownschools.org

Practice uniform: cleats, shin guards, soccer socks, soccer shorts above the knee, name-labeled water bottle, and a blue or grey shirt.

All parents and players are expected to read the; “Program Guidelines” and “Program Core Values” pages.

Please make sure all paperwork and physicals must be completed as soon as possible. Players are not eligible to practice if this is not fulfilled properly.

Players/Parents,

“Championships are won in the off season” – time to mark your calendars and prepare to defend the Section 2 title. Now, more than ever, the program will require a strong commitment from returning and upcoming players as we return to 4A classification and Section 2 adding two more powerhouse programs (CV and Cocalico) for the 2024 season. The following are the school program offerings to develop players to win a championship. 

Summer 2024: Grades 7-12 : Quad Camp : Evenings 6-8:30pm : June 17th – 20th

Summer 2024: Grades 9-12 : Bucknell Team Camp (Overnight) : July 14th – 17th

Weight Lifting Program Details: Coach Derr and Coach Sostack have developed a program specific for soccer players to build strength and prevent injuries. Full team commitment is expected lead by upperclassmen – no excuses. The program begins January 8th with instruction on proper techniques and evaluation. The following is the six week cycle (M/W/F) for winter lifting:

January 8th, 10th, and 12th: Instruction and Evaluation

January 17th: Team Building

January 22nd – February 29th: Start 6 week lifting program: note there will be a mixture of team building incorporating speed development and “brotherhood” on some 3rd day cycles. 

NEW: Sunday Evening Futsal at Etown HS!!! Final details forthcoming but we will be offering indoor futsal to build team chemistry and develop footwork/passing by playing indoor soccer. Go Bears. 

Questions can be directed to Coach Sostack at james_sostack@etownschools.org

Congratulations to the following Etown players who received All Star recognition this past Sunday at the LL League All Star banquet. 1st Team: Hayden Flory, Caleb Garcia, Noah Locke, Zach Verghese. 2nd Team: Aidan Bradley and Emery Morgan. Academic All Star: Trevor Nolen

First and Second Team All Star seniors will play at the All Star Game(s) this Sunday, Nov. 12th at Donegal HS – 1pm. Admission is $5.

The Junior High boys learn our core values program before a game. Be sure to visit the principles that promote a positive culture – boys soccer.

Picture credit: Inga Washington

Please spread the word to anyone you know that is interested in playing soccer this year (High School or Junior High). You MUST complete your physical and all paperwork BEFORE the first day of your season (8/14 for HS, 8/21 for JH). You are not permitted to tryout if your paperwork is not complete in the system. Please contact one of the coaches if you have questions/concerns. Link below to the new online portal.

Link: https://www.etownschools.org/domain/1299

There are two new features for the 2023 program!  First, is Friends of the Big E.  For just $100 any family or supporter of Etown athletics can have their name listed in the program!  This is a great way for parents, grandparents, family and friends to show their support for our athletes.  The other new sponsorship opportunity is for clubs/organizations and youth sports teams to participate in the program.  For just $150 these organizations can have a quarter-page (full color) ad in the program.  Having these two new sponsorship opportunities are a great way to show support for Etown athletics!   The deadline is August 4th.

This program  be can significant fundraising opportunity for the Booster Club and we need your assistance to make that happen.  Please contact Lynn Williams if you have any questions or require additional information.  Thank you!