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Para: Miembros de Houston Dynamo | Dash SC
De Parte: Don Gemmell, Director Técnico
Re: COVID_19  Actualizar - Suspensión de las actividades de fútbol desde ahora hasta el 4 de Mayo

31 de Marzo, 2020

Queridos miembros de Houston Dynamo | Dash SC,

En el club estamos comprometidos a apoyarlos a través de las condiciones sin precedentes que estamos viviendo juntos. Gracias a usted por tomar esta situation de COVID-19 en serio. Los sacrificios que está haciendo durante este tiempo (cancelar reuniones y distanciamiento social de familiares y amigos) no son en vano. Estos son increíblemente importantes, ya que estamos haciendo todo lo posible para frenar la propagación y aplanar la curva de esta pandemia.

Estamos trabajando en estrecha colaboración con las autoridades de salud pública, locales y estatales, ya que siguen protocolos para investigar y notificar a cualquier persona que pudo haber estado expuesta a alguien que da positivo.

Como saben, tomamos el paso inusual de suspender todas las actividades de fútbol ​​originalmente hasta el 13 de Abril. En consideración a la última orientación del gobierno federal, estamos extendiendo esa suspensión hasta el 4 de Mayo. Creemos que éste es un momento muy importante en nuestra batalla para contener la propagación del coronavirus y estamos convencidos de que un enfoque más riguroso ahora, hará una gran diferencia. Estamos trabajando en colaboración con las autoridades de salud pública locales y estatales mientras seguimos sus protocolos. Más adelante en Abril, el club proporcionará actualizaciones como las vayamos recibiendo. Por supuesto que todos esperamos volver a jugar lo antes posible, pero la salud y la seguridad de nuestros jugadores, padres, árbitros y personal del equipo son nuestra prioridad número uno.

En este momento, no hemos tomado decisiones definitivas sobre el regreso a nuestras diversas programaciones en las varias locaciones. Nos estamos comunicando semanalmente con nuestros funcionarios de la escuela y la liga, nos guiaremos en gran medida por lo que creen que tendrá más sentido dado a los muchos desafíos que existen para nuestras familias.

Prácticamente todos nuestros socios de la liga nos han dicho que tienen la intención de completar sus temporadas de primavera, aunque eso podría significar jugar juegos de la liga en Junio y Julio.

Sabemos que algunos padres preocupados están pidiendo reembolsos a algunos entrenadores. Creemos que hasta que se establezca una fecha de regreso al juego, y las ligas acuerden lo que sucederá con la temporada de primavera, la discusión sobre los reembolsos es prematura.

Nuestro increíble personal está trabajando para mantenerse involucrado con nuestros jugadores a través de nuestra Plataforma De Desarrollo De Jugadores en línea, College Fit Finder y videos / juegos interactivos. Nosotros, el personal de entrenadores y administrativo, estamos disponibles para su contacto en cualquier momento. ¡Estamos todos juntos en esto!

En nombre de la Junta Directiva y el personal de Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club, les deseamos a todos buena salud y un rápido regreso a la normalidad.

Sinceramente,

Don Gemmell
Director Técnico

College Fit Finder will host two webinars for the following areas of the club on the dates below. 

When: Tuesday March 31st at 4:00pm (CST)
Who:  All players that have access to the program and / or have been invited by their coach / DOC 
Register: https://meeting.zoho.com/meeting/register?sessionId=1041919950
Requirements: Register prior to the session, computer & log-in access
Topics: Recruiting process; contacting college coaches; things to accomplish while away from the fields
Questions - sboddison@dynamodashyouth.com

To:  Houston Dynamo | Dash SC Membership
From: Don Gemmell, Technical Director
Re: COVID-19 Update - Suspension of Soccer Activities now through May 4

March 31, 2020

Dear Dynamo | Dash Youth membership:

We at the club are committed to supporting you through the unprecedented conditions that we are experiencing together. Thank you for taking COVID-19 seriously. The sacrifices you’re making during this time – canceling gatherings and social distancing from family and friends – are not in vain. These are incredibly important as we are doing all we can to slow the spread and flatten the curve of this pandemic.

We are working closely with local and state public health authorities as they follow their protocols for investigating and notifying any individuals who may have had exposure to an individual who tests positive.

As you know, we took the unusual step of suspending all soccer activities, originally through April 13th. In consideration of the latest guidance from the federal government, we are extending that suspension through May 4. We believe this is a very important time in our battle to contain the spread of the coronavirus and are convinced that a more rigorous approach now will make a big difference. We are working closely with local and state public health authorities as we follow their protocols for medical and public health guidance. Later in April, the club will provide updates as we know them. While we all hope to return to play as soon as possible, the health and safety of our players, parents, referees and team staff are our number one priority. 

At this time, we have made no definitive decisions about the return to our various programming at our many locations. We are communicating with our school and league officials weekly and will be guided largely by what they believe will make the most sense given the many challenges that exist for our families.

Virtually all of our league partners have told us they are intent on completing their spring seasons, even though that might mean playing league games into June and July. We know that some coaches are being asked about refunds by concerned parents. We believe until a return-to-play date is established, and leagues agree on what will happen with the spring season, discussion of refunds is premature.

Our incredible staff are all working to stay engaged with our players by our on-line player development platform, College Fit Finder, and interactive videos/games.  We, the coaching and administrative staff, are available for you to reach out to at any time. We are all in this together!

On behalf of the Board of Directors and the staff of Dynamo | Dash Youth Soccer Club, we wish all of you good health and speedy return to normalcy.

Sincerely,

Don Gemmell
Technical Director

The club currently has thirty five (35) players that have committed from the 2020 and 2021 respective graduation classes and has had four hundred and fifty three (453) players that have played in college since 2006.  The club's coaching staff will continue to provide professional guidance for all its current prospective student - athletes that are enrolled in the College Center Program.

The College Center Program is brought to you by:

The Spring Break Soccer Camp was brought to you by:

"Gunner is an extraordinary and outstanding goalkeeper, who deserves to win and play college soccer. He possesses leadership on and off the field and is a great person and gentleman. Gunner is a reliable and committed player to his team and to the game.  Many of his saves during games has impressed me mainly on his ability, power and agility. He organizes his defenders very well on set pieces and is a great communicator. He makes a big difference on the team by showing his talent and will be a great asset in college soccer."  Coach Richie Pardo, Head Team Coach, Dynamo South '02.

"Houston Dynamo helped me play at a competitive level again and exposed me to many showcases at which college coaches were in attendance.  Coach Diego did a great job recovering my confidence and getting the best out of me." Antonio Gachineiro, Dynamo Tomball '01/02 PA.

"It's great news to see Antonio committing to collegiate soccer and furthering his education. He's a very hard working young man and I wish him all the success at the University of Dallas." Coach Diego Copa, Director of Coaching - Klein.

The club currently has thirty two (32) players that have committed from the 2020 and 2021 respective graduation classes and has had over four hundred and fifty (450+) players that have played in college since 2006.  The club's coaching staff will continue to provide professional guidance for all its current prospective student - athletes that are enrolled in the College Center Program.

The College Center Program is brought to you by:

"First of all, I thank God for giving me this opportunity. I’m very thankful to all the coaches at Dynamo for welcoming me with this being my first year, supporting me through my injury and getting back on the field. It was at a showcase with this team that I was recruited and will forever be thankful for them. I thank my parents and younger brothers for always encouraging me and being there for everything. Lastly I want thank Coach Brad for giving me this chance. The visit I had to UMHB, along with the talk with Coach Brad and Coach Allen played a huge role in my decision. Thank you everybody!" Amasan Agbu, Dynamo Tomball 01/02 PA.

"I started off this fall season not knowing if I would want to commit to playing college soccer. Throughout the season coach Diego was a huge influence on me and my decision to commit to playing soccer and pursuing any opportunities I could get a hold of."  Harland Acker, Dynamo Tomball 01/02.

The College Center Program is brought to you by:

Students, parents and staff were invited to browse and meet with representatives from over 80 community-based providers, who have programs and services for students of all ages and abilities.

“It was such an amazing, very well organized event. We were so happy to participate again this year. All the kids we met really enjoyed The Rhino and were thrilled to receive the goodies we had for them. We provided information on our TOPS and CP programs which help build confidence and social skills while learning the sport of Soccer.  This was something the parents really gravitated towards. We cannot wait to attend again next year.” Yeiny Perla, Recreational Adminstrator.

"This is a very special event that we take great pride in attending.  We offer soccer programming for all ability levels so this event was another great way to be involved in the local community. We look forward to working with any new players that would like to get involved within the club."  Keith Johnson, Disability Program Director | USA Paralympic Goalkeeper.