This year, each Player can earn patches for their outstanding accomplishments in practice and at games. Each patch has a different meaning and is meant to be an incentive for each player to strive to earn and improve. There is no limit to the number of patches a player can earn so by the end of the season they could have quite a few.

As we explained to each child, there is one rule to earning patches besides demonstrating the proper skill, attitude, or team play – DO NOT ASK TO BE REWARDED WITH A PATCH. The coaches will award patches at the end of the following practice. There will be no patches presented on game day.

Patches should be displayed by attaching them to the practice jersey with an iron. Where you place them is up to the player. My kid chose on the front of the shirt. With multiple washings it may be a good idea to also stitch them into the jersey as well, but that is your choice. Tip: place a thin cloth on top of patch so the iron doesn't leave a mark on the practice shirt.
 
Game Patches
Awarded for each Team WIN – for all players who attend the game. This could yield six or more patches for this spring alone!
Voted on by the team for the player who contributed the most during a game.
This award is for outstanding BRAVERY & AGGRESSIVENESS. This will be a very difficult patch to achieve and is earned by being tough (no crying) and or for (clean) aggressive play. This patch is very special and any player who earns this should be very proud!
DEFENSE - We will reward outstanding defensive play with this patch.
SKILLS – Demonstrating superior knowledge and skills during game situations without being told - will earn players these sweet babies!
TEAM WORK – having a good attitude, cheering for your teammates, paying attention on the bench and showing good sportsmanship will earn this highly sought after symbol.
GOOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLLLLL! Awarded to each player who scores a goal during a game.
Assist. Awarded to each player who passes the ball to someone who then shoots and scores a goal during a game.
Practice Patches
If you do something amazing at practice you just might earn one of these Energy packed lightning bolts
Earn one of these by displaying a good attitude, not talking while the coaches are talking, not touching the ball with your hands (unless told to), listening to instructions and trying during the whole practice.
If you don't earn one of the other two practice patches you can still earn one of these beauties each time you ATTEND a PRACTICE.

If you would like to use patches to motivate your kids or team you can find them at http://www.thesoccerpatch.com/