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What do I need for Soccer? / Modell's Coupon Benefits USR!


Soccer season is about to begin! For those new to the "Beautiful Game," only a few pieces of equipment are needed to play soccer. Use the Modell's Coupon located in the Handouts Tab to the left to save money.

Soccer Ball
Of course, a soccer ball is needed. Every player should have a soccer ball. The more "touches" a player has, the better he or she will be on the field. Be sure to purchase the right size ball. Children in kindergarten through second grade play with a size 3 ball. (Players registered in our kindergarten program will receive a free ball from USR Soccer.) Players in third grade through sixth grade play with a size 4 ball. Players thirteen years and older play with a size 5 ball. Don't buy too big a ball!

Cleats and Shin Guards
All players must wear shin guards. Shin guards are worn next to the leg and covered by soccer socks. While not required, most children also wear soccer cleats.

Water Bottle
Everyone should bring water to every clinic, practice and game. Don't fill the garbage dumps; buy a reuseable one.

Uniform and Clothing
Players will receive a uniform for game day. For practices, players need shirts, shorts and soccer socks which are long enough to cover shin guards. At the end of the season, the temperature drops so it's good to have cold weather clothing under t-shirts and shorts. Wear turtlenecks under t-shirts and athletic leggings under shorts to keep warm. Knit gloves with a tacky grip will keep hands warm.

Photo Day Schedule and Checklist


Picture Day will take place on Saturday, Oct 26 and Sunday, Oct 27 at Reynolds School Gym located at 391 W. Saddle River Road, Upper Saddle River, NJ 07458. We'll be photographing indoors, rain or shine.

Your specific picture day and photo time can be accessed by clicking on the link below:
http://www.westchesterphotoexperience.com/ref/USRSAPdaySchedule.pdf


Upon arrival, please visit the Check-In table where you'll pay $15 (major credits cards or cash only) and get a Photo Pass to present to one of our photographers.

Within 7 days you'll receive a digital photo file optimized for sharing via email, social media and to show off on your smartphone or tablet. You'll also receive a personalized link to a private online store where you can purchase print products at a discount. Online orders typically arrive within 10 days.

Below is a link to some of our more popular print products:
http://www.westchesterphotoexperience.com/ProductsPage.htm

** Please note a separate form is required for each subject, sibling or buddy shot **

If you have any questions about Digital Picture Day please email us at info@westchesterphotoexperience.com

The Inaugural Class of the NH Hall of Fame includes four former USR Soccer players

Randy Pendergast ('69) - Leading scorer on the NH boys soccer team that reached the NJ Group 2 State Final in 1967.  1st Team All League honors in his sophomore, junior and senior years.  1st Team All County in his junior year and 2nd Team All County in his senior year.  Attended Applachian State, where he lettered in soccer.  He was also one of the original organizers of the USR youth soccer program.
 
Maggie Basa ('84) - Four year starter as goalie for NH girls soccer team.  1st Team All League, All County and All State after her sophomore, junior and senior years.  No other Highlands' athlete has been named 1st Team All State three times.  She is a member of The Record's All Decade Team for the 1980's and All Century Team.  Attended Boston College where she was a four year starter and captian of the women's soccer team.
 
Pam Healy ('88) - Four year starter on NH girls soccer team.  2nd Team All League her freshman year and 1st Team All League her sophomore, junior and senior years.  2nd Team All County her sophomore year and 1st Team All County her junior and senior years.  2nd Team All State her junior year and 1st Team All State her senior year.  Attended Providence College, where she lettered in soccer.
 
Jen Minkus ('88) - Played tennis during her first two years of high school and then played soccer her junior and senior years.  She is the holder of all of the school's scoring records.  She scored 34 goals her junior year and 54 goals in her senior year, an NH and Bergen County record.  She helped the Highlanders win their first league and county championships in 1986 and 1987.  1st Team All League, All County and All State after her junior and senior years.  She was All American after her Senior year.  She is a member of The Record's All Decade Team for the 1980's and All Century Team.  Attended Harvard University where she earned all Ivy League honors in soccer, ice hockey and tennis.