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To Register Register online at www.RayReid.com or complete the online registration application (or the brochure application if you received one in the mail). If registering by mail, send camper application and appropriate payment to: Ray Reid Soccer School, c/o: Gold, Orluk & Partners, LLC, PO Box 1177, Avon, CT 06001. Please note, payment (partial or full, depending on the program) and your parental consent form must be submitted within two weeks of your online registration. A payment needs to be enclosed for each camper you are enrolling and we ask that you please pay special attention to the deposit deadline. Also, please be sure to get your final payment and your player's medical forms in by June 1. We cannot guarantee spots after the deadline has passed. Finally, please be sure to fill out the application in its entirety. Top
CAMP PAYMENTS: Deposit & Balance CAMP PAYMENTS: Deposit & Balance The Ray Reid Soccer School accepts both credit cards (MasterCard, Visa, American Express and Discover) and checks for camp payment. Credit Cards*: If you choose to pay with a credit card, you are required to pay the entire camp fee at the time of registration. When paying with your credit card during the registration process, PLEASE make sure to only click once on the pay now option. If you are not sure if your payment has gone through, please call the camp office at 860.674.1500 and it can be checked out for you. If you choose to pay by credit card, please be aware that "Gold Orluk & Partners" will appear on your billing statement in lieu of "Ray Reid Soccer School." *Reminder: Those paying by credit card are required to pay the entire camp fee at the time of registration. Checks*: Registration may also be made by check. Elite Academy registrants must make a deposit of half the cost of camp within two weeks of registration with the remaining balance due by June 1, 2012. Young Stars & Specialty Camp registrants must be paid in full within two weeks of registration. Please make checks payable to "Ray Reid Soccer School" and mail to: Ray Reid Soccer School c/o Gold, Orluk & Partners P.O. Box 1177 Avon, CT 06001-1177. *Reminder: Those paying by check must have the total camp fee paid by June 1, 2012. IMPORTANT REMINDER: MEDICAL and PARENTAL CONSENT FORMS are also due by June 1, 2012. If your deposit or final balance are not paid on time, your spot in the camp may be forfeited and given to someone on the wait list. Please send your camp payments on time. Thank you. Top
Camp Registration/Check-in for the Elite Academy CAMP REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: ELITE ACADEMY HELD AT THE UNIVERSITY OF CT - Registration for all Elite Academy campers (including Extended Day Campers) will take place in Gampel Pavilion on Saturday, July 14th (for Session I) and on Thursday, July 19th (for Session II) from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. for each session. At registration, you will check-in, receive your team assignment, room assignment and room key (a room key deposit of $100 is required at this time), and have the option of leaving money for the Camp Store. At check-in, you should bring any Medication Authorization Forms for the camp medical staff. At this time, you will also need to pay any outstanding balances that you have and submit any outstanding forms with the camp administrators. After registering at Gampel, players will move into their assigned dormitory room. PLEASE NOTE: Lunch will not be served on the first day of camp - we encourage you to eat lunch before you arrive at registration or you can get lunch at the Student Union across the street from Gampel (options include: Blimpie's, Panda Express and Wendy's). IMPORTANT REMINDER: MEDICAL and PARENTAL CONSENT FORMS are also due by June 1, 2012. If your deposit or final balance are not paid on time, your spot in the camp may be forfeited and given to someone on the wait list. Please send your camp payments on time. Thank you. Top
Camp Registration/Check-in for Young Stars and Specialty Camps CAMP REGISTRATION/CHECK-IN: YOUNG STARS AND SPECIALTY CAMPS For the Young Stars and Specialty Camps, we encourage campers to arrive a half hour early on the first day of each camp session to get registered for the week. Top
Elite Academy Extended Day Information ELITE ACADEMY EXTENDED DAY INFORMATION Campers attending the Elite Academy as an Extended Day Camper must be dropped off at 7:30AM and picked up at 9PM at the McConaughy Multi-Purpose Room (located below the Dining Hall at the North Campus Residence Halls) and must be signed in and signed out by a parent each time. Extended Day Campers will not receive breakfast but will receive lunch and dinner in the camp dining hall. Extended Day Campers experience a full day of soccer just like any other camper at the Elite Academy in Storrs including 3 training sessions a day. The first 2 training sessions are focused on technical development, functional play, small-sided team tactics, attacking with numbers, transition, defending, and finishing. At night each camper will play full-sided games with the group they are assigned. They will be placed into a group upon arrival at camp that is based on the camper’s age and ability. Top
Accommodations for Campers Staying for Both Sessions ACCOMMODATIONS FOR CAMPERS STAYING FOR BOTH SESSIONS Campers may stay overnight in UConn housing between Session I and Session II for an additional cost of $80.00. This fee will cover their room for the night, meals and supervision from the coaching staff. To make these arrangements, please call the event office at (860) 674-1500. Top
Hotel Accommodations for the Elite Academy Camper Parents/Families HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS FOR ElITE ACADEMY CAMPER PARENTS/FAMILIES - NATHAN HALE INN Hotel Accommodations for players and parents are available at the Nathan Hale Inn, conveniently location on the University of Connecticut Campus. The newly built Nathan Hale Inn and Conference Center offers deluxe accommodations while providing high-speed Internet access, convention facilities and fine dining. The Nathan Hale Inn is offering special room rates starting at $139 for parents and players of the Ray Reid Elite Academy Camp. Call 860-427-7888 and mention the code: CAMP10 to make your reservation. Top
OTHER FORMS - LATE ARRIVAL, EARLY CHECK-OUT, ETC. OTHER FORMS - LATE ARRIVAL, EARLY CHECK-OUT, ETC. If your child will be arriving late to camp, you must fill out the Late Arrival Form and mail or fax (860.674.1704) it to the event office before the start of camp. If your player needs to leave earlier than the regular check-out time, you must fill out the necessary paperwork - Early Check-Out From - and hand it in when you check your player in to camp. Additionally, if your child has special camp scheduling needs (leaving camp mid-session for any reason and returning), please make sure that you call the Camp Office at 860.674.1500 to notify of this situation. For the safety of your player, if you have not filled out the early dismissal/permission to leave camp paperwork, your child will not be able to leave camp early. Top
Campers with Cars CAMPERS WITH CARS Campers planning to drive themselves to camp must notify camp staff before camp by calling 860.674.1500. If anyone else will be riding in that vehicle, both the driver's parent and passenger's parent must send a signed note to the event office giving their players permission to drive other campers/ride with other campers. Once at camp, keys must be handed in at registration and will be returned at check out. The camper's car will not be accessible through the duration of camp. Please understand that this policy is in place to protect your player and other campers. Top
Key Deposit for the Elite Academy Campers A KEY DEPOSIT OF $100 IS REQUIRED AT CHECK-IN AND WILL BE RETURNED PROVIDED THE KEY IS TURNED IN AT CHECKOUT. Please bring a separate check to registration for $100 made out to the "Ray Reid Soccer School." . Please do not mail the key deposit check in advance. This check will be returned to you when you return the key at check-out. The camper will not be able to receive a key for his/her room if the $100 dollar key deposit is not paid in full at registration. Top
Physical Form PHYSICAL/MEDICAL RELEASE FORM - DUE BY JUNE 1st Please print off the Ray Reid Soccer School Medical Release Form from the Forms page on this website. This information needs to be completed by your player's physician and mailed/faxed to the attention of the: Ray Reid Soccer School, c/o Gold, Orluk & Partners, P.O. Box 1177, Avon, CT 06001 as soon as possible following Registration (A physical form issued by the state of Connecticut within the last 2 years is acceptable - all campers must have a completed Physical Form to participate at one of our Ray Reid Soccer School Camps). We do not keep medical forms on file from year to year, therefore you will need to provide us with new forms each year your child attends camp. Top
Medical Staff MEDICAL STAFF - The Ray Reid Soccer School will have an athletic trainer working with each of its camps at all times. In addition, the camp employs a full time registered nurse who will be on site 24 hours a day in case of emergency. For more serious problems at the Elite Academy, the camp will use Windham Hospital, which is located approximately 15 minutes away from the University of Connecticut. The Ray Reid Soccer School, Inc. provides secondary accident/medical insurance. Top
Medicine Authorization and Over the Counter Medications To ensure the safest possible environment at our summer camp, the Ray Reid Soccer School employs a full time registered nurse who will be on site 24 hours a day in case of emergency. Additionally, the nurse will have scheduled clinic hours during each meal and after night training sessions. The nurse will provide first aid and over-the-counter medication in the event it is needed, provided your physician has authorized treatment by the nurse on the Ray Reid Soccer School Health Exam/Record Form. Campers may not bring over-the-counter medications to camp; however, these will be administered by the camp nurse on an as-needed basis. Over-the-counter medications provided and supplied by the nurse on an as-needed basis include Tylenol, Benadryl, Motrin, Hydrocortisone Cream, bacitracin and Antacids. The nurse must also administer any prescription medications and/or over-the-counter medications prescribed on a regular basis by the camper’s physician. Examples of over-the-counter medications prescribed on a regular basis include Claritin, multivitamins and any acne medications. The Ray Reid Soccer School Authorization for the Administration of Medications by Youth Camp Personnel Form must be completed, signed and brought to the first day of camp in order for the nurse to administer prescription and/or ongoing treatment via over-the-counter medications. Top
Camp Ball for the Elite Academy Campers CAMP BALL ELITE ACADEMY: Each Elite Academy camper must have a soccer ball. You may bring your own ball or purchase one from us (use the check-off box on the online registration or on the camp brochure application to order one). Many campers choose to purchase an adidas soccer ball from us in advance, at the cost of $30, by clicking the box on the registration page. If you choose to purchase a ball at registration, the cost will be $35, if available. YOUNG STARS CAMPS: All Young Star Campers will be provided with a complimentary Ray Reid Soccer School Ball as part of their registration fee and do not need to purchase a ball. Top
Adult/Coach Supervision at the Elite Academy ADULT/COACH SUPERVISION AT THE ELITE ACADEMY Camp staff members sleep in the dorms with the campers for the Elite Academy and the UConn police patrol the campus, including the dorms, 24 hours a day. Attendance roll is run regularly. Top
Coach to Camper Ratio COACH TO CAMPER RATIO The Ray Reid Soccer School works to provide a coach to camper ratio for all camps of one coach for each ten campers registered. It is for this reason that the cancellation and down payment policies are enforced.. Top
Player Evaluations PLAYER EVALUATIONS AT ELITE ACADEMY All Elite Academy campers will receive a written Player Evaluation at the conclusion of the camp week. In addition to an evaluation of each player's technical and tactical level, we will offer a strength and conditioning assessment as well (it will be run by collegiate strength and conditioning coaches and will record key areas in speed, power, and agility).Players will leave the camp with hard numbers in key physical areas that can be relayed on to college coaches in the recruiting process and be provided a skill assessment that will help them on their road to becoming better players. Top
Team Assignments by Age and Skill Level TEAM/TRAINING GROUP ASSIGNMENTS BY AGE AND SKILL LEVEL Team and training group camp assignments are done by age and ability. The camp coaching staff will evaluate all players and place them with appropriate age and skill levels. Teams attending the Ray Reid Soccer School can train and play as a team at camp - arrangements for these training groups needs to be made in advance by calling the event office at 860.674.1500 to request that your group train as a team. Top
Roommates at Elite Academy ROOMMATES AT THE ELITE ACADEMY The Ray Reid Soccer School does its best to pair campers together as roommates in instances where both campers request each other. If your son does not request a roommate, we do our very best to find and assign a roommate that is the same age. Please note that the dorm rooms allow for only 2 campers per room (for groups of three, we do our best to put these players in adjacent rooms - please call the Event Office with these requests or to learn more). Top
Meals at the Elite Academy MEALS AT THE ELITE ACADEMY Each of the three meals offered during each day will be served in a UConn dining facility. All of the food is served buffet-style and is "all-you-can-eat" at each meal. There is a wide selection of meals, including a vegetarian option at each meal. They usually have a pasta bar at dinner, regular hot food service, a sandwich bar, a salad bar, lots of fruit and drinks, ice cream, etc. IMPORTANT/FOOD ALLERGIES: Please notify the camp administrators at 860.674.1500 or by email at info@RayReid.com if your son has any food allergies. Top
Food Allergies and Dining at Elite Academy Healthy meals for campers at the Ray Reid Soccer School Elite Academy are prepared by the University of Connecticut Department of Dining Services. The Dining Services department makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies, and the food production staff is instructed on the severity of food allergies. In addition, the Dining Services department labels items with possible allergen-containing ingredients; however, there is always a risk of contamination. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation or substitute at any time, without notice. Customers concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. For this reason, it is very important that all requests for special dietary needs, including food allergies, must be provided to the Ray Reid Soccer School camp office in writing no later than 14 days prior to the first day of the program. While the regular dining options satisfy many special dietary needs, the Dining Services department will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations for campers suffering from allergies. Top
Phones and Other Electronics at the Elite Academy There are no pay phones in the dorms at Elite Academy. Campers may choose to bring a cell phone which may only be used in the camper's dorm room. All cell phones must be turned off at "Lights Out." The Ray Reid Soccer School cannot be held responsible for lost or stolen cell phones, IPODS, computers or any other electronic devices that campers may elect to bring to camp. Additionally, no electronic devices can be brought out to the fields during practice or games. As a result, there is limited time for use of these devices which parents may want to consider as they assist their son in packing for the camp. Top
Reaching Your Son at the Elite Academy REACHING YOUR SON AT THE ELITE ACADEMY We will provide emergency numbers for camper parents at check-in, in the event that you need to reach your son during camp. Top
Match Schedule/Can I Watch My Son Play at Elite Academy MATCH SCHEDULE/CAN I WATCH MY SON PLAY AT THE ELITE ACADEMY You can watch your son play at the Elite Academy during the Evening Soccer Matches which start at approximately at 5:30PM each night of camp. The Ray Reid Soccer School will do its best to post a Match Schedule on its website and/or on Facebook during the week of Elite Academy Camp. Top
Camp Store at the Elite Academy CAMP STORE AT THE ELITE ACADEMY We have a Camp Store that is available to all of our Elite Academy campers. We DO NOT encourage campers to carry cash. You have the option of leaving money for your child in our Camp Bank. This will ensure that your child does not lose his money during camp. We ask that parents make a cash deposit into the Camp Store at registration. Your son then charges against that amount all week. At camp check-out, we refund the money that your son has not spent. At the Camp Store we sell pizza, snacks, drinks and other soccer items. Top
RAY REID SOCCER SCHOOL CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY CANCELLATION/REFUND POLICY 2012 Elite Academy Cancellation/Refund Policy: If you need to cancel your player's registration for any reason prior to June 1, 2012, a cash refund - minus a $200.00 administrative fee - will be given for cancellations submitted in writing before June 1, 2012 OR we will issue you a camp credit for all fees paid, valid through 2013. All cancellations after June 1st and through July 3rd, 2012 are only eligible (if approved by camp staff) for a camp credit for a 2013 Ray Reid Soccer School Camp session. Refund requests submitted in writing following July 3rd, 2012 for a 2012 Elite Academy Camp will only be considered if accompanied by a physician's note indicating that your player is unable to participate for medical reasons - this refund will only be provided in the form of a camp credit for a 2013 Ray Reid Soccer School Camp. 2012 Young Stars/Specialty Camps Cancellation/Refund Policy: If you need to cancel your player's registration for any reason prior to June 1, 2012, a cash refund - minus a $50.00 administrative fee - will be given for cancellations submitted in writing before June 1, 2012 OR we will issue you a camp credit for all fees paid, valid through 2013. All cancellations after June 1st and received 7 days in advance of a Young Stars Camp date are only eligible (if approved by camp staff) for a camp credit for a 2013 Ray Reid Soccer School Camp session. Refund requests submitted in writing within 7 days of the start of a Young Stars Camp will only be considered if accompanied by a physician's note indicating that your player is unable to participate for medical reasons - this refund will only be provided in the form of a camp credit for a 2013 Ray Reid Soccer School Camp. All requests for a refund/credit of any kind must be submitted in writing (Ray Reid Soccer School, c/o: Gold, Orluk & Partners, LLC, PO Box 1177, Avon, CT 06001), email (info@rayreid.com) or fax (ATTN: Ray Reid Soccer School- 860.674.1704) and will not be accepted over the telephone. All camp credits are only transferable to a family member. Top
Camp Check-Out/Closing for the Elite Academy EARLY DEPARTURE/NO SHOW POLICY FOR ALL CAMPS: Any camper who leaves camp early because of an injury (physician's note required) will receive a prorated credit for 2013 for the time they missed at camp. Campers who voluntarily choose to leave early or are asked to leave for disciplinary reasons will not be refunded in any way. Campers who do not show up will not be eligible for a refund of any kind.
CLOSING CEREMONY: Friends and family are invited to attend a brief awards ceremony on the last day of camp that will begin at approximately 2PM outside of North Campus Residence Halls on the UConn campus. Championship Games will take place prior to the ceremony.
CHECK-OUT: Official check-out for each session of the Elite Academy will take place on the last afternoon of camp at approximately 2:30PM outside of North Campus Residence Halls. At check-out, you will move out of your dorm room and be required to return your room key in order to receive your deposit. You will receive any remaining Camp Store funds and any medications that were left with the camp medical staff.
EARLY DEPARTURES BEFORE CHECKOUT TIME: Plans to take any camper home before the official camp check-out time must be cleared with the Camp Director ahead of time (Please see OTHER FORMS).
Please Note: If someone other than a camper's parent/guardian will be coming to pick up your child from camp, a permission note from that camper's parent/guardian must accompany the adult picking up the camper. If possible, please notify the camp administrators in advance by calling 860.674.1500. Please bring a signed note from that parent/guardian to check-in on the day of registration.
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Group Discounts GROUP DISCOUNTS/TRAIN AS A TEAM - In order to receive a group discount, you must send in all the players' applications together. GROUP DISCOUNTS: Elite Academy I & II Groups: In order to receive group rates*, ALL REGISTRATIONS AND PAYMENTS MUST BE SENT IN TOGETHER. Campers may register ahead of time online and mail in check with team; however, if payment for group does not come in together, the group rate will not be honored. Groups of 10 or more campers receive a $30 discount per camper. Call the camp office at 860.674.1500 to discuss details. ALL TEAM MEMBERS MUST FILL OUT THE TEAM INFORMATION BOX ON THE CAMP APPLICATION. *Special group rates cannot be combined with any other special offer discounts such as the Early Registration/Holiday Discount Offer. Top
Train As A Team TRAIN AS A TEAM If you are interested in having your team train together during camp, please contact the event office at 860.674.1500 to discuss "Train As A Team" opportunities and to make necessary arrangements. We may have you speak directly with one of the Camp Directors so that we can best accommodate your group and achieve your team goals. Top
What to Bring to the Elite Academy WHAT TO BRING
- Cleats that are already broken in.
- Indoor shoes for possible indoor sessions and casual evening wear. Sometimes because of bad weather sessions will be conducted indoors.
- A warm-up suit and/or rain gear
- Plenty of tee shirts and shorts
- Linens, blankets, pillow and towels.
- Sandals for the showers
- Bathroom items e.g. soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste deodorant
- A fan. None of the rooms are air-conditioned
- A bathing suit. Some camps have access to a swimming pool.
- An alarm clock. You don't want to be late for a session
- A calling card or change so you can call home.
- Bug-spray and sun-screen.
- Spending money for evening snacks, laundry or the camp store.
- Athletic tape and wraps if you need them. There will be a trainer on hand to assist you.
- A ball! You cannot play without one.
- A water bottle.
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Transportation To & From Airport to UConn Campus TRANSPORTATION TO & FROM AIRPORT The camp does not provide transportation to or from any airport or bus terminal due to liability and the demands of the entire staff at registration and camp closing. The following limo services are available: Premier Limousine: Toll-Free 1.866.885.5466 or http://www.premierlimo.com for the rate of $89.70 plus $5 airport parking fee plus tip from Bradley International Airport to Gampel Pavillion on the UConn Campus in Storrs. Please remember to mention "Ray Reid Soccer School" in order to get this special rate. Top
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Campus Parking for Elite Academy Important Changes for 2011 – PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AS YOU MAY NEED TO VIEW PARKING AS A TWO-STEP PROCESS: When registering for Elite Academy at Gampel Pavilion, we suggest that you park in UConn’s South Parking Garage (a parking fee may apply). South Parking Garage can be accessed via the lower entrance off of Stadium Road (take a right immediately after Gampel onto Stadium Road and then a left into the lot) or via the fifth floor entrance/exit off of Lot 8. To enter via the upper/Lot 8 entrance, you will take Hillside Road past Gampel Pavilion (on your right) and the UConn Co-Op (also on your right), then take the right immediately after the UConn Co-Op up the hill (located between the Museum of Natural History and the the UConn Co-op) to enter the South Parking Garage. Gampel Pavilion is within easy walking distance of the South Parking Garage.
Once your son has registered at Gampel Pavilion, we would suggest that you move your vehicle to the North Parking Garage, which is within walking distance to the North Campus Residence Halls where your son will be staying during camp. Exit the South Parking Garage and take a left onto Hillside Road. Follow Hillside Road until you come to North Parking Garage on your right (a parking fee may apply).
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Elite Academy Camp Playing Fields Directions Elite Academy Camp Playing Fields Directions
UConn Field #2: Out of North driveway, take a right onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the stoplight for North Hillside Road. Take a left onto North Hillside Road and follow until you reach the 1st stop sign which will be Alumni Drive. Take a right onto Alumni drive, keep following Alumni drive and on the right you will see Field #2.
UConn AstroTurf: Out of North driveway, take a right onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the stoplight for North Hillside Road. Take a left onto North Hillside Road and follow until you reach Stadium road (stop sign beside Gampel Pavilion), take a right on Stadium Road (you should be driving between Gampel Pavilion and the UConn Co-op). Take the 1st right after Gampel Pavilion (before the Old Football Stadium). Follow the road to the Turf Field next to the football locker rooms and behind the Field House, it will be on your left.
PO Fields: Out of the North Driveway, take a left onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the 1st stop light (Storrs Rd/Rte. 195). Take a right onto Rte. 195 (Storrs Road). Pass by UConn and EO Smith High School which will both be on your right, take a left at the Courtyard Lane Stop light. The Post office should be on your left and you will follow the road until it dead ends onto a dirt road that leads to the parking lot for the fields.
E.O. Smith High School: Out of the North Driveway, take a left onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the 1st stop light (Storrs Rd/Rte. 195). Take a right onto Rte. 195 (Storrs Road). Pass by UConn and EO Smith High School will be on your right, turn in here. The Soccer Field is located behind the school.
Mansfield Middle School: Out of the North Driveway, take a left onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the 1st stop light (Storrs Rd/Rte. 195). Take a right onto Rte. 195 (Storrs Road). Pass by UConn and EO Smith High School will be on your right, and approach the light for South Eagleville Road. Take a right onto South Eagleville road. Turn left onto Maple road, you will eventually reach a stop sign where Maple Road turns into Spring Hill Road. Go straight at the stop sign and MMS will be on your left in approximately .1 miles.
Memorial Field: Out of North driveway, take a right onto North Eagleville Road and follow until you reach the stoplight for North Hillside Road. Take a left onto North Hillside Road and follow until you reach Stadium road (stop sign beside Gampel Pavilion), take a right on Stadium Road (you should be driving between Gampel Pavilion and the UConn Co-op). Memorial Field will be on your right after you pass by Gampel.
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Event Office Contact CAMP OFFICE CONTACT/ANY OTHER QUESTIONS
TO CONTACT US: Please call the Camp Office/Gold, Orluk & Partners at 860.674.1500 or email us at info@RayReid.com if you have any further questions. We look forward to seeing you at the Ray Reid Soccer School this summer.
TO MAIL: Mail camp applications, payments and forms to: Ray Reid Soccer School, c/o: Gold, Orluk @ Partners, PO Box 1177, Avon, CT 06001.
TO FAX: Fax to ATT: Ray Reid Soccer School - 860.674.1704 Top
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