TOURNAMENT HEAT PRECAUTIONS.

As you all are aware of by now it will be a warm one this weekend.  While it is not uncommon for kids to play soccer in high temperatures, it is important to take a few precautions.  We have instructed the referees to keep an eye on the kid’s health and to offer extra water breaks. 

We are fortunate to be in Irvine with a cooler climate than some of the inland locations.  For this tournament all games are played on Irvine City Fields which are all grass fields.  No turf fields used which become very hot.

It is important that teams also:

Make sure the kids have and apply plenty of sun block.

Make sure that you have more than enough water for all players.

One of my favorite tips during hot games is to have multiple small towels soaked in ice water to give the kids to put on their heads during breaks.  They love it…I love it…

Most important is to keep your eye on the kids to make sure they are ok and to rotate your players as needed.  If a child is dizzy or not feeling well sit them out.

Don’t forget your canopies or any other forms of shade.

All the best to all teams!