We expect LASC coaches to commit a significant amount of time to their teams and we expect all LASC players to be willing to make the same commitment. We realize that many players have other interests and demands on their time, but our basic club philosophy is "you play like you practice." LASC teams generally practice twice a week during the spring and fall soccer seasons, and each practice typically lasts 90 minutes. Practices for the fall season usually begin in early August and continue through late October, sometimes longer. Practices for the spring season usually begin in early March and continue through the end of May. The dates and times of your teams practice will be set by the coach and trainer, with the consensus of the team parents.

Practice is critical to player development. One cannot miss practices, or practice poorly, and expect to improve significantly. Many teams have a "no practice, no play" policy. If a player cannot attend a practice, please e-mail or phone the coach ahead of time.

Although the Head Coach will determine the total amount of playing time for each team member based on their abilities and the way they practice, LASC policy maintains that all players who come to practice regularly, and practice properly, will play in each half of all league games. Playing time in tournaments is at the discretion of the head coach.