News

World Cup by Nike
You have to check out Nike's ad for the World Cup.  Probably the best Word Cup ad ever made. Once you've seen the main ad, check out the little ads listed on the same page. 

Outdoor Summer League Schedules
Visit the Members Area for schedules, standings, statistics, field addresses, field maps, field layouts, rosters and more.  

FIFA Declares Paradinha Illegal
The soccer world's governing body just declared the paradinha penalty kick illegal.  That is a maneuver popularized in Brazil in which the penalty kicker fakes the kick usually causing the goalkeeper to move to one side, then kicks the ball into the open side of the net, hence scoring.  Hold on a minute.  Now it's illegal?  JFK declared the paradinha illegal many years ago.  No feinting (faking) on a penalty kick we said.  It circumvents the purpose of the penalty.  To think JFK is a pioneer for international law making.  FIFA has stated that a yellow card will be rewarded to the paradinha player and the kick shall be retaken. 



First day for tots on Saturday as they learn some ball control and balancing.

Access Storage 100 Canadian Road, Scarborough. Birchmount & Ellesmere area. (416) 438-1661 See your JFK Members Guide for a coupon to save $15. Web: www.accessstorage.ca

FIFA World Cup this summer.  Is your 2nd favourite country in it?  We know Canada is your 1st fav.



The first set of coaching clinics have begun as JFK coaches learn and prepare for the summer league starting at the end of May.  Did you want to coach or have questions about coaching?  Email us.

JFK Coach Clinics (plus more to come)

Date	Time	Location	Clinic	Presenter
Saturday, June 12	9:00am	Joseph Howe	Coaching U5 Divisions	Nick
Saturday, June 12	11:45am	Bendale BTI	Coaching U5 Divisions	BK
Sunday, June 13	1:00pm	Club House	Coaching U7 to U11 Divisions	Warren
Monday, June 14	6:30pm	Pauline Johnson	Coaching U5 Divisions	Nick

Referees in pre-summer training with JFK President Nick and Head Referee Paul.  More referee clinics coming up.  Want to earn some cash refereeing this summer?  Send JFK an email. 

World Cup by Nike
You have to check out Nike's ad for the World Cup.  Probably the best Word Cup ad ever made. Once you've seen the main ad, check out the little ads listed on the same page. 

FIFA Declares Paradinha Illegal
The soccer world's governing body just declared the paradinha penalty kick illegal.  That is a maneuver popularized in Brazil in which the penalty kicker fakes the kick usually causing the goalkeeper to move to one side, then kicks the ball into the open side of the net, hence scoring.  Hold on a minute.  Now it's illegal?  JFK declared the paradinha illegal many years ago.  No feinting (faking) on a penalty kick we said.  It circumvents the purpose of the penalty.  To think JFK is a pioneer for international law making.  FIFA has stated that a yellow card will be rewarded to the paradinha player and the kick shall be retaken. 

At the Keeper's Clinic

Several technical coaches from JFK & the GTA took the "Coaching Keepers" Certification Course hosted by the NSCAA & NSCAC (soccer coaching associations). 

   
The main trainer was none other than Tony Waiters (left pic).  For some great coaching material, visit his web site World of Soccer.  Tony was supported by TSN's Dick Howard (right pic).  Our own Coach Nick & Coach Warren happily took the time to photo op with the 2 legions. 

Outdoor Summer League Schedules
Visit the Members Area for schedules, standings, statistics, field addresses, field maps, field layouts, rosters and more.  

Score the Ultimate Soccer Experience! 
Enter the Winners contest for your chance to win a trip to a Canadian National team match, training for you and your team with a Canadian Soccer Association national team member, cool soccer gear and much more!  See the JFK email sent May 17 for details.

Important Notice about Assessments
Before the summer league season starts, JFK holds various assessment sessions.  These are practice and/or scrimmage games that specific players are invited to.  They are for new and past members which JFK would like to have a quick evaluation on their playing skills in order to help JFK plan evenly skilled teams hoping that no team during the summer will win or lose every game.  The assessments are by invitation only.  If you receive an invitation, please attend.  This is an important process in the many steps that JFK takes to balance teams before the season starts.  The assessments also help in determining that the players are registered to the correct program, such as the experienced skilled players should be in the All-Star house league and the beginner novice players should be in the Recreational house league.  Many players have assessment ratings from previous seasons like last winter or summer.  JFK may ask some of these players to attend to help provide a scale for comparison as well as to confirm and update current ratings.  Please cooperate with our assessments to insure everybody has a fun filled summer.   


Coaches hand out the pennant awards at the Spring program. 

JFK Players Meet TFC Players & Mascot    (left pic) Myles & Aiden take a picture with the TFC mascot at the Toronto FC meet and greet.  (above pic) JFK kids schmoozing it with the team.  Visit the JFK web site regularly for your chance to win tickets to see Toronto FC.

BMO presents the Toronto FC 2010 Season Launch.  Don’t miss your chance to be the first to meet the 2010 Toronto FC team!  Get your favourite player autograph*, enter for your chance to win Toronto FC game tickets or autographed merchandise and much more!  Tuesday, April 13 at 12:30 p.m. 100 King Street West (First Canadian Place lobby).  More info at TFC.


Learn to do the bicycle kick like Pele in this photo.  Join the Bend it Kicking Clinic this summer and learn many great kicking styles.  To watch some great bicycle kick videos including one by Dwayne De Rosario of Toronto FC, visit this Sports Illustrated link. 


First referees' meeting of the season as Head Referee Paul and JFK President Nick address the refs.  Referee clinic coming up on Sunday, April 18 at 4pm at D&M Thomson.  Want to earn some cash refereeing this summer?  Send JFK an email.  

Coach Tyler in the News  Tyler placed second in the most fans category for Canada's Most Valuable Coach Contest and has recently made international news.  Check out this Swedish news report.  It has English subtitles and may take a moment to download but it's a must see.  P.S.  Smile, there's a hero in us all. :)  You can do it too.  Score the Ultimate Soccer Experience!  Enter the Winners contest for your chance to win a trip to a Canadian National team match, training for you and your team with a Canadian Soccer Association national team member, cool soccer gear and much more!  See the JFK email sent May 17 for details.  Outdoor Summer League Schedules Visit the Members Area for schedules, standings, statistics, field addresses, field maps, field layouts, rosters and more.

Tax Receipts
All tax receipts for 2009 programs have been sent out.  Tax receipts for 2010 programs will not be sent out until next year.  If you have not received your 2009 JFK tax receipt, please let us know. 


Coach Geoff has the highest coaching certification level in the world and he's coaching these future stars.


Coach Tyler teaches these players the crossover, just like a World Cup Brazilian. 

Cristiano Ronaldo Awesome in 3D
One of the world's greatest footballers has some of his highlights put in 3D animation.  The detail is incredible.  Check out Cristiano.


JFK's affiliate - Score Soccer Academy, had it's first games in early April.  Score Academy teams (in gold jerseys) are off to a great start.  Shown here is Quinn putting one in the net.  Great job teams!  Score Academy has many training programs for experienced players looking to increase their skills. 

Fund Raising Draw Winners

Prize	Winner	Tic #
1. Camcorder	Rick R.	5610
2. Nintendo Wii	Bill A.	0077
3. Digital Photo Frame	Karen R	4606
4. Expresso Set	Patricia A	2281
5. Book Clock	Pamela K	0722
6. Duck Alarm Clock	Bibi M	3891
7. Shoulder Bag	Ron B	2159

Winner of March Break Challenge Raffle
Prize: Lego Soccer Set  Winner: Trifon T.
Thank you Jonathan M for your contribution. 

March Break Challenge Tournament
JFK hosted the Recreational tournament on March 14.  East Scarborough (West Hill location) won & tied a total of 8 games with a total of 101 goals.  West Scarborough (Agincourt & Thomson locations) won & tied a total of 9 games with a total of 103 goals.  That's the closest the tournament has ever been & the first time the West came out on top.  I guess we can say that's "how the West was won".  Everybody did a great job.  


Oops, I forgot to put on my gravity boots.  Check out Pictures of the Week for more photos. 

World Cup News  Soccer City costs almost half a billion dollars to make.  Story at NBC Sports. March Break Challenge Tournament All divisions are full for this tournament which is on Sunday, March 14.  East (West Hill location) verses West (Agincourt & Thomson locations).  Recreational players only.  March 14 is Daylight Savings Time.  You need to set your clocks 1 hour ahead before you go to bed on Saturday evening.  Don't be late on Sunday because you forgot to set your clocks ahead.

Nintendo Wii Video Game Tournament Nintendo players!  Kids & teens of all ages.  Beginners, amateurs, novice gamers are welcome to attend the Super Smash Bros. Video Game Tournament on Saturday, February 27 which will be held at the JFK Club House 445 Midwest Road, Unit 34.  Cash and other prizes to be won.  Please register ASAP.  To register, email JFK and state you want to play in the Super Smash Tournament.  Please provide your name and age.

Nintendo Wii Video Game Tournament Success A great turnout of video gamers turned out for the Super Smash Bros. Video Game Tournament.  The finalist of the singles game was a 12 and 17 year old.  The younger one won.

Specialty Clinics - Save $30 Each if you register in February.
Bend it Kicking	World Cup Dribbling	Freestyling Clinics	Goal Keeper Clinics
Just like Beckham	Think Brazil	Be Ronaldinho	The Leader

Bend It Like Beckham - One of the most important skills to master in soccer is kicking the ball.  Accuracy is everything.  Coach Tyler from England, lead the winter Bend it Kicking Clinics at JFK in January.  Some photos below.  More clinics coming in the summer.


One of the groups from the Bend it Kicking Clinics gather for a kodak moment.


Learning to bend it.                     Coach BK helps a player.         Teaching the bicycle kick.


Coach Dan demos bending.                  Tyler's side volley.                         Tyler teaches.

Toronto International Soccer Show
Visit Score Soccer Academy and many other soccer organizations and merchants.  You can participate in some fun activities.  Enter some free draws to win great prizes.  Watch JFK alumni and Canadian freestyle champion Jose in action.  Chat with Score Academy's and one of the highest internationally licensed coaches Geoff. Meet one of Canada's most popular coaches Tyler from JFK.  Visit Soccer Show for details.  Runs January 22-24.


Bend It Like Beckham - One of the most important skills to master in soccer is kicking the ball.  Accuracy is everything.  JFK is holding a free introductory clinic called “Bend it Kickingâ€� to teach players the skill of kicking.  David Beckham is famous for his ability to accurately kick the ball.  JFK has brought in professional Score Academy Coach Tyler Smith, England's clone of Beckham (yes, he’s actually looks like him), to teach the art of kicking.  Players will learn fancy kicks like bending the ball (aka banana kick), bicycle kicks, volley and more.  This introductory clinic is free to JFK members (past & present) and friends.  That's right, invite your school mates, neighbors and relatives.  For ages 6 to 16 year old.  The clinic is 1.5 hours long.  We are also including a free introduction to Freestyling (the sport of ball juggling).  In order not to over crowd the session, each clinic has a capacity of 30 players.  Please RSVP the name of the player(s), age and which clinic number.  Those that RSVP will be given confirmation and guaranteed entry to the clinic.  Those that show up without RSVP confirmation will be first come first served based on availability.  Pictures and video from the 2009 Bend it Clinic.  Schedule for 2010 Winter Bend it Clinics:

Bend it Kicking Clinics - Basics
For beginners and recreational players. 
#1 - Saturday, January 16 at Francis Libermann at 4:00pm.  (Session #1 is full.)
#2 - Sunday, January 17 at West Hill at 3:00pm.  (Session #2 is full.)
Bend it Kicking Clinics - Advanced
For experienced players including All-Star, Rep & Academy. 
#3 - Saturday, January 30 at Francis Libermann at 4:00pm.  (Session #3 is full.)
#4 - Sunday, January 31 at D&M Thomson at 10:30am.  (Session #4 is full.)
#5 - Sunday, January 31 at West Hill CI at 3:00pm.  (Session #5 is full.)
Location addresses:
Francis Libermann School - 4640 Finch Ave E between Brimley & McCowan.
West Hill CI School - 350 Morningside Ave between Kingston & Ellesmere.
David & Mary Thomson School - 2740 Lawrence Ave E between Midland & Brimley.
Free Clinics brought to you by Score Soccer Academy.  Training Scarborough's Elite Players. 


Coach Tyler demonstrates proper kicking technique at the first indoor Bend it Clinic.


Bend it Clinic players pose with the coaches.


Freestyling with Coach Tyler at the Bend it Clinic.


Coach Tyler finishes in top row in the Coaching Association of Canada and the Campbell's Chunky Soup Most Valuable Coach of the Year Contest.  An astounding 2,000 plus fans and countless beautiful testimonials. Thank you members and friends for all your support.  Tyler is especially grateful.

Members and friends of JFK, 
I would just like to take this time to express just how truly grateful i am for all the support shown and all the wonderful testimonials you have all written about me on the Campbell's website.  Coaching Soccer is an extremely rewarding job, every weekend i travel in the snow for an hour on the bus, from my home in North York, knowing that when i get there i am greeted by the warmest smiles from your children.  I look forward to coaching them, and am so incredibly proud of how far they have all come.  And I trust you can see an improvement in them also.  When i was a child, the greatest thing my parents could have done was to enroll me into a soccer program.  The friends I made, the lessons I learned, the social skills I developed, the sense of being part of a team (even though i am sure my mum's reasons were to tire me out so I would sleep when I got home.)  This being said, it is really a great thing that you have decided to enroll your children into soccer and you should be commended for that.  I have been Coaching now for 5 years in many different countries, but you and your children have really made Canada feel like home.  I look forward to seeing you all again in the Summer 2010.  Yours in Youth Soccer, Coach Tyler Smith.


Super Smash Bros. Brawl Video Game Tournament Saturday, January 9 at the JFK Club House was a packed house.  More details at SmashBoards.  Next tournament Saturday, February 27 for amateurs (beginners/novice).  Details coming soon.

JFK Staff get Together for some Cheer Some of the office and indoor coaching staff get together to celebrate the holidays.  In this photo are Nick, BK, Warren, Patti, Mary & Helen.  Not in this photo are Geoff, Tyler, Jake, Paul, Dany, Steve and Amanda.  Happy holidays from us all and have a Happy New Year!

Time for a Dell Computer

Coaching Jobs Available Are you a coach looking to earn some extra income part time?  Contact JFK to learn more about JFK's Technical Team.

Gift Sale on Saturday December 12 & 19

Christmas Gift Sale at the JFK Warehouse 445 Midwest Road, Unit 35 on Saturday, December 12 & 19 from 2pm to 4pm.  Do you need a gift for your teacher, postman, co-worker, schoolmate or some one special?  Brand new merchandise including soccer items.  Up to 90% off on merchandise.  Do your Christmas shopping at the JFK Holiday Sale.  

December Raffle Winners
Where the Wild Things are . . . Rachelle C 
The World of Eric Carle . . . Matteo M. 
Gama-Go Gift Basket. . . Matthew. 
Princess Gift Basket . . . Khandi M. 
Thank you to everybody that supported this fund raiser raffle.  


Pix from the Score Academy holiday party at th Club House.


Toronto FC came to Scarborough on Thursday for a free pub crawl party at Jack Astor's Restaurant.  Pictured here is Danny Dichio autographing for these JFK players (left to right are Justin G, Dichio, Ocean H & Daniel M).  There were 2 types of jerseys in the house - TFC and JFK.  Adrian Serioux, Gabe Gala and Amadou Sanyang were also among the guests.  Gabe received an honourary super-sized photo of his goal in the TFC vs Real Madrid game.  Adrian is a Scarborough native.

France vs Ireland Handball Goal 2009
It's sad it played out this way, but those are those rules.  If the referee doesn't call it, it's fair game.  See youtube for the handball goal that counted.  Thierry Henry handled the ball preventing it from going out of play and passed it for the winning goal.  It was even offside which didn't get called either.  He isn't the first to handball and get away with it and he won't be the last.  Diego Maradona did the same thing in the World Cup.  Check this top 5 handball goals video.  Just For Kicks in no way endorses handball goals or any type of cheating, but when it comes to handballs, the only thing that counts - is what the referee calls.  That call is final.  That's the law.  Can FIFA over-rule it?  Yes, but they never have.

Feeling sick?
If you are ill & more specifically, think you may have the flu?  Then, please do not go to soccer. 
Protect yourself from infection:
The Public Health Agency advises:
- Wash hands often with soap.
- Keep your hands away from your face.
- Cough & sneeze into your arm.
- Eat healthy & stay physically active.
If you get sick, stay home.  Talk to a health professional if you have flu-like symptoms.  More info on H1N1 at www.fightflu.ca.

Women's Fitness Twice a Week
Register today for the Women's Fitness Program that runs Saturdays and Sundays.  Only $180 for Oct to May season.