REDPATH ALBION - PILMENY SPORTS ACADEMY

Hi All, hoping everyone had a COVID free start to Jan 2021.
Covid protocols arrived from SYFA yesterday and it’s all pretty predictable. U12s do have option of “non-contact” sessions,
but the club feel that additional restrictions relating to adult session supervision, deems this impractical.

We’d lined up 3 friendlies for 24 Jan
* Reds away to Haddington
* Whites away fixture was to be confirmed
* 2009s home to Currie
* 13s were due to restart league fixtures on 10 Jan
All now cancelled.

We’d also booked Pitz Soccer @ Portobello for Friday 15 Jan x 4 pitches, with all club teams booked in from 4pm - 5pm, with
Roddy & Murdo happy to supervise some of the sessions. We also had an option to book Fridays 22nd & 29th Jan. These sessions, will now be postponed, unless there’s a big U-turn in Covid
guidelines, at next weeks Scot Gov Briefing.
Given the current restrictions, it will be Friday 5th or 12th February, before we can consider resuming, fullcontact U12s
sessions. U13s are expected to follow “Adult” COVID restrictions, so we’ll have to hope there’s some movement on U18s restrictions.

This weeks Covid SYFA advice....
“While there is still some scope for under 12s to participate in non-contact group activity, the SYFA strongly recommends
that clubs and parents give serious consideration to whether or not such activity is necessary, especially given the pre-existing break for small-sided teams. Should clubs decide to run any sessions
for under 12s during this lockdown, it is essential that they adhere to all protocols as detailed within the updated guidance.
Should the situation or guidance change, we will ensure to update you accordingly” Full SYFA/SFA statement can be found @
this link.... https://www.scottishfa.co.uk/news/updated-guidance-for-grassroots-football/?rid=13929

No Xmas newsletter this year, but we realise the need to keep all parents aware of current, and future Academy plans. Our Xmas letter outlines most info.

The Academy is now officially closed for the 2020 Xmas break. Yesterdays new Covid announcement, and the extended school return dates, have currently put our New Year restart plans on hold. We’ll post an official update once guidance has been received via SFA/SYFA. On a lighter note, our U13s (2008s) were the last of our Academy squads to receive their club xmas gifts, Back-Packs, with personal squad numbers on Friday, following a fun kick-about at Pilrig Park...

Who remembers the table-top football game Subbuteo, customised team kits worn by the tiny football figures. Adults of a certain age will remember it well, and no doubt most of the club dads, will have played it at some stage while growing up. Well we’ve joined the esteem ranks of the world-wide Subbuteo teams. Big thanks to our 2009s keeper Louie’s dad, David Curti for arranging to have this set produced. Fantastic attention to detail.....

2010s Whites away to Edin City.....Passing football was great today, some of the best I've seen from the team. Great attitude as ever, great team work and great goals.
Also plenty of fine saves from Adam to stop them getting back in at any point. .Speaking to their coach, he thought we would give their Pele team a good game.

Courtesy Coach Mark....

* MATCH REPORT * 2010 v Redhall Star - Coach Paul
Redhall Star v Redpath Albion Reds

Definitely the toughest match this season so far as both teams played out a very entertaining draw. Conditions were
difficult with the pitch very heavy and both sets of players struggling to keep their feet at times.
We were not at our best today from a passing perspective, playing only in sporadic phases. When we did pass it we were
very fluid and effective, creating some great chances. Redhall had a cracking GK though who pulled off a few fantastic saves.
Today was a performance about desire, guts and the defensive side of the game. Freddie at CB was immense for large
portions of the match, almost taking it as a personal insult if an opposition player got past him. Likewise Dan, who was like the Duracell bunny all over the pitch, tackling, harassing, pressing and
driving us forward.
All over the pitch we were digging in to win personal battles and that was pleasing to see, especially as we have
sometimes been lacking a little in this area in the past.

A big thank you to Oliver and Beau who took a half each in goals, and both done well. The players can take great pride in
today’s battling performance and result. It showed that we can compete at this level when our passing game is not quite t here.

Goals today by Charlie & Ahmed (2)

Match Report - Coach Tom
Haddington 2 Redpath 9 (HT 1-5)

The U13s were in sizzling form this morning, putting in by far their best performance of the season and embracing the
opportunity to play on what could have easily been an intimidatingly big pitch. Our hosts Haddington were far from a push-over (a really good team in good form) but such was our edge in just about
every department that at no time were they able to get any sort of foothold in the game. It was the kind of display that, as a coach, gives you in the enviable problem of not quite knowing what to
say at halftime, as "don't change a thing" is not going to fill 5 minutes!

So many commendable performances in the Redpath team today, but if I had to pick out one player it would be Enock. In an
attacking midfield role, he treated us to a commanding display, combining strength with a delightful deftness of touch and setting up numerous chances with some perfectly weighted through
balls.

If the boys are willing to set today as their baseline for effort, desire and teamwork then they will be more than capable
of fulfilling the high expectations we have for them.
Todays Scorers:- Finn (2) - Peter (2) - Robin (2) - Carter (2) - Enock (1)

In light of our new Friday session plans, we anticipated some questions from parents re PYC
covid regulations and Scot Gov guidance, and PYC compliance with both....

(1) Scot Gov Guidance on U12s and indoor contact sports...
“Children aged 11 and under are permitted to play organised contact sport both indoors and
outdoors. Providers must ensure they operate as per the guidance”
Young people (aged 12 and over) and adults are permitted to play organised contact sport
outdoors only.
(2) Both the chairman and Sal will be on the premises at both sessions, and will supervise
these sessions. We advise that one team manager from Reds & Whites would ideally be present at each of their teams sessions. We leave it up to the team managers to work out who is in a position
to attend, and for them to make that decision. Its an attendance role for team managers only, as due to space restrictions, there will be no skill sessions or recognised coaching. Teams of 3 or 4
will be selected and we’ll just let the boys play.
(3) Boys will be requested to use hand sanitisers situated i n PYC foyer, on entering and
leaving.
(4) PYC have a sanitising system in place as reflected in our Covid Risk Assessment, with all
touch points encountered during each PYC session, being sanitised between sessions. On a daily basis, and given the very busy programme at PYC the sanitisation of touch points and equipment wipe down
is fairly extensive. However the Friday evening Academy sessions will be very manageable. I envisage only parts of the small goals, Front door and hall door handles. Toilet touch points will be
sanitised after each individual toilet visit. Only the lower level small disabled toilet is being used.

Three points worth noting:-
* The Friday evening sessions are optional, and attendance isn’t
compulsory.
* A team management presence is being advised as we require to adhere to Academy & PYC
Child Protection guidance, with 2 adults required in the hall, during both sessions.
* If either of the sessions encounter low attendance levels, we‘ll have no alternativ e, than
to cancel, future sessions

PM - Text or email if you have any questions Re the above content..
Academy Chairman

2008 (U13s) peter free kicks Bonnyrigg Rose - 18/10/2020

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2010s Whites away at Castlevale - 18/10/2020

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2010 Maradona Goalkeeper Appeal

Team Track n Trace officers

2008s * Team Covid Officer - Nick Barton
2009s * Team Covid Officer - David Paterson
2010 Reds * Team Covid Officer - Scott Duncan
2010 Whites * Team Covid Officer - Mark Davidson

As our 2009 squad prep for the new 9v9 season we’re recruiting a few players to boost the squad. Contact details on our flyer.....

Our current U13 (2008) squad all now officially signed and registered with the SYFA. We still need 3 players to add to our squad of 13 registered players. Based on our recent 9v9 (Maradona) level last season, we’ll play in the SERYFA Div 4. Any player wanting a new challenge, and based in the greater Leith area, please get in touch. Check flyer for details......

August Coaching Camp - Torrential rain - Glorious sunshine. We had it all https://vimeo.com/user112200951/download/445805187/1389750b0c

We’re Back. Academy sessions restart on Friday 17 July. Check poster for Times. We’ll be applying Covid-19 safety restrictions and complying with Scot Gov/SYFA guidance during sessions, and we’ll be uploading more details as the week progresses. Information will also be listed on our club website www.redpathalbion.co.uk

At last the Green Light...We’ll post details of Friday the 17 July restart here, and on Our FB page over the weekend...Stay patient, we’re only a week away...

Our Academy players officially break for school holidays. And as we ease out of what has been a crazy period of lockdown, our P7s (2008s) will have mixed emotions as they forego emotional goodbyes to classmates and teachers. They’re a squad of strong characters and I’m sure they’ll make a smooth transition to high school life.....We’ll have good news for all Academy teams over the weekend. Watch this space

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Academy Player Development Coaches Roddy & Murdo share their fun video produced for 3v2 Soccer Academy members...

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Irfan (Dad) and Saif (Son) U10 Academy player enjoying Pilrig Park For a light ball skill session. Anybody else? Forward any short vids and with your permission we’ll get them online....https://vimeo.com/416324875

Hope everyone is staying positive.....We’ve been relatively busy behind the scenes dealing with off-field issues. Our ongoing “negotiations“ with CEC Green Spaces dept re our vision for Pilrig Park and our long-term aims to get our youth teams back playing at Pilrig, took a positive turn, when CEC agreed to support our plans, to increase the dimensions of the current playing area. Once we get the go ahead to start playing, CEC will undertake the work, and our youth teams will come back to PP. Part 2 of our long-term vision is to site a new 60x40 7s playing area, on a section of the original big pitch. The CEC have agreed in principal to carry out the marking and maintenance of the new 7s site, although a cost for this work has still to be agreed. In addition, local group Friends of Pilrig Park will be required to endorse the Academies application, before CEC will proceed. We’ve had 2 fairly in-depth discussions with the Chair of the friends group, and a consultation process involving their members, and residents with a community interest, will be undertaken very soon. We’ve also proposed that the playing area would ideal for community use, especially during school hours by the three local schools. The new area would accommodate, not just 7v7 football, but any sports activity that requires boundary lines, such as Unihock - Rounders - Quick Cricket etc. Pilrig Park school have responded very positively to the proposal. We’ve put together a small video of archive actions shots illustrating the youth and senior games the club enjoyed over the years at Pilrig Park....We’ll keep everyone updated. Stay Safe

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Ariel view of proposed new 7 v 7 area

We’ve decided to have a wee bit of fun with our Academy Coaches. We asked them to look back at their early football days. 3 Questions and answers...Oh and to add a pic of them in their football kit. * Pause vid to read *

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Albion Squads going way back. Senior, Youth and Academy. There’s bound to be a Dad, Grandad, Brother or Neighbour among these Squads.......

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Academy Warm Up 2019........https://vimeo.com/user112200951/download/405463046/b30779fb3d

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