Balancing the teams through player ratings
Although not a perfect science, it's all we have to balance teams the next season. As you know, “Balanced Teams” is one of AYSO’s core philosophies. We rely on you to provide ACCURATE PLAYER RATINGS using OUR RATING SYSTEM, as outlined below, at the end of each season. These ratings will help guide us as teams are formed for the following season. When we all do our part, we help ensure a positive playing experience for our young players!
Important Notes:
1. The Ratings Must Be Accurate and use our Rating System;
2. Ratings form will be emailed to all coaches as well as printed and placed in their coach box. 10U, 12U, and 14U coaches should attend Player Ratings Day: Sunday, October 27, 2:30 PM - 5PM
3. The ratings MUST be submitted online or emailed to [email protected]. Printed copies can be handed in at Player Ratings Day or Volunteer Appreciation Day, November 2.
Our Rating System:
To keep it simple, we just need a rating of 1 through 5 (for 6U, 7U, 8U) and 1-10 for (10U-19U) for each player, no half numbers.
Please consider the following:
· Player’s skill level in relation to other teams you have faced – not just in relation to your own team. Concretely, a player who may be a 5 on my team may only be a 3 when compared to other teams we have faced.
· Age level appropriate skills: e.g. the 6U player is not expected to know how to push pass perfectly, but a U12 player who can pass the ball or move into space may merit a higher rating than one who cannot.
· Don’t stack-rank your team, but don’t give them all the same rating, either. As a coach, it is your responsibility to differentiate your player talent.
See Guidelines Below:
For 6/7/8U
· Enthusiasm and Participation: Evaluating how engaged and eager the player is during soccer activities helps gauge their love for the game and willingness to participate.
· Listening Skills: Assessing a player's ability to listen and follow instructions is crucial as it reflects their readiness to learn and cooperate during team activities.
· Motor Skills Development: Observing fundamental motor skills such as running, kicking, and coordination provides insights into the player's physical capabilities and potential in soccer.
· Effort and Perseverance: Focus on the player’s effort levels and their persistence in overcoming challenges, which are key indicators of their attitude towards learning and improving.
· Sportsmanship: Recognizing respectful behaviors towards peers, opponents, and coaches, and the ability to play fairly, are vital for fostering a positive and supportive team environment.
*Ratings 6/7/8U*
1. Beginning: Player shows minimal interest or understanding of the game. Struggles with basic motor skills like running or kicking the ball. Requires significant guidance and support.
2. Developing: Player demonstrates basic understanding and attempts to engage with the game. Beginning to develop fundamental skills such as dribbling and kicking but lacks control and consistency.
3. Intermediate: Player can execute basic soccer skills like dribbling and simple passing. Shows an understanding of simple game rules. Participates actively and demonstrates improving coordination and effort.
4. Proficient: Player actively engages in the game and shows good coordination. Can perform basic skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting with better consistency. Begins to understand positional play and shows teamwork.
5. Advanced: Player excels in fundamental soccer skills for their age group and understands basic game strategies. Demonstrates enthusiasm, high effort, and good sportsmanship. Leads by example during practices and games.
For 10/12/14/16/19U
· Technical Skills: Assessing the player’s ability to execute fundamental soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting effectively in various game situations.
· Tactical Understanding: Evaluating the player’s knowledge of game strategies, including positioning, decision-making, and the ability to adapt to different roles and formations.
· Physical Fitness: Considering the player’s stamina, speed, and agility, which are essential for sustaining performance and competing effectively throughout a match.
· Work Rate and Effort: Observing the player’s commitment to participating actively in both offensive and defensive aspects of the game, demonstrating consistent effort in training and matches.
· Teamwork and Communication: Rating how well the player collaborates with teammates, communicates on the field, and contributes to a positive team environment.
* Ratings 10/12/14/16/19 *
- Very Poor: Little to no engagement in practice or games. Struggles with basic skills and understanding of the game rules.
- Poor: Minimal engagement and effort. Shows some understanding of basic skills but very inconsistent.
- Below Average: Participates but with limited enthusiasm or effectiveness. Shows basic skills inconsistently during practices and games.
- Fair: Participates actively but struggles with execution of skills under game conditions. Understands basic rules but fails to apply them effectively during play.
- Average: Adequately performs basic soccer skills like passing and dribbling. Sometimes effective in games, with average effort and understanding.
- Moderately Good: Regularly participates and shows improvement. Displays soccer skills with increasing consistency and understands positional play.
- Good: Consistently performs well in practices and games. Good understanding of game tactics and regularly applies skills effectively.
- Very Good: Strong skill execution and tactical understanding. Often influences the outcome of the game positively and demonstrates leadership qualities.
- Excellent: Excels in technical skills and strategic understanding of the game. Consistently stands out in performance, showing high levels of initiative and sportsmanship.
- Outstanding: Dominant in all aspects of play with superior technical and tactical abilities. Leads by example, consistently making significant positive impacts on the team and displaying exemplary sportsmanship.