Kevazingo Handbook & Policies
Building disciplined, confident, and respectful players on and off the field.
⚽ Welcome to Kevazingo
As you read these pages, I invite you to picture yourself resting beneath the wide branches of a Kevazingo tree, beside a peaceful lake where pangolins gently feed and protect their young. Nearby, the laughter of children dances through the air as they run freely across the grass, chasing a soccer ball with joy, innocence, and dreams in their hearts.
And sitting there together in that moment of peace and simplicity, the very first thing I would tell you is this:
Kevazingo is more than soccer.
Yes, we teach proper soccer skills, discipline, teamwork, conditioning, and game intelligence. But above all, we believe in helping children grow into respectful, responsible, hardworking, and confident young people.
Kevazingo welcomes families from all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs who desire a positive and disciplined environment for their children.
We are not a church, temple, mosque, or synagogue. But we strongly believe in teaching civic values, love, respect for others, responsibility, discipline, and merit through daily actions both on and off the field.
We believe children should earn opportunities through effort, commitment, and character not through entitlement or shortcuts.
One of the principles closest to my heart comes from the Book of Proverbs 22:6:
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
That is the spirit in which Kevazingo was built.
As you read these pages, I invite you to picture yourself resting beneath the wide branches of a Kevazingo tree, beside a peaceful lake where pangolins gently feed and protect their young. Nearby, the laughter of children dances through the air as they run freely across the grass, chasing a soccer ball with joy, innocence, and dreams in their hearts.
And sitting there together in that moment of peace and simplicity, the very first thing I would tell you is this:
Kevazingo is more than soccer.
Yes, we teach proper soccer skills, discipline, teamwork, conditioning, and game intelligence. But above all, we believe in helping children grow into respectful, responsible, hardworking, and confident young people.
Kevazingo welcomes families from all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs who desire a positive and disciplined environment for their children.
We are not a church, temple, mosque, or synagogue. But we strongly believe in teaching civic values, love, respect for others, responsibility, discipline, and merit through daily actions both on and off the field.
We believe children should earn opportunities through effort, commitment, and character not through entitlement or shortcuts.
One of the principles closest to my heart comes from the Book of Proverbs 22:6:
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
That is the spirit in which Kevazingo was built.
As you read these pages, I invite you to picture yourself resting beneath the wide branches of a Kevazingo tree, beside a peaceful lake where pangolins gently feed and protect their young. Nearby, the laughter of children dances through the air as they run freely across the grass, chasing a soccer ball with joy, innocence, and dreams in their hearts.
And sitting there together in that moment of peace and simplicity, the very first thing I would tell you is this:
Kevazingo is more than soccer.
Yes, we teach proper soccer skills, discipline, teamwork, conditioning, and game intelligence. But above all, we believe in helping children grow into respectful, responsible, hardworking, and confident young people.
Kevazingo welcomes families from all backgrounds, cultures, and beliefs who desire a positive and disciplined environment for their children.
We are not a church, temple, mosque, or synagogue. But we strongly believe in teaching civic values, love, respect for others, responsibility, discipline, and merit through daily actions both on and off the field.
We believe children should earn opportunities through effort, commitment, and character not through entitlement or shortcuts.
One of the principles closest to my heart comes from the Book of Proverbs 22:6:
“Train up a child in the way he should go, and when he is old he will not depart from it.”
That is the spirit in which Kevazingo was built.
Age Groups — 2026/2027 Season
U-3 — Aug 1, 2023 – July 31, 2024
U-4 — Aug 1, 2022 – July 31, 2023
U-5 — Aug 1, 2021 – July 31, 2022
U-6 — Aug 1, 2020 – July 31, 2021
U-7 — Aug 1, 2019 – July 31, 2020
U-8 — Aug 1, 2018 – July 31, 2019
U-9 — Aug 1, 2017 – July 31, 2018
U-10 — Aug 1, 2016 – July 31, 2017
Unsure which age group your player belongs to? Contact us and we’ll help guide you to the appropriate program.
U-11 — Aug 1, 2015 – July 31, 2016
U-12 — Aug 1, 2014 – July 31, 2015
U-13 — Aug 1, 2013 – July 31, 2014
U-14 — Aug 1, 2012 – July 31, 2013
U-15 — Aug 1, 2011 – July 31, 2012
U-16 — Aug 1, 2010 – July 31, 2011
U-17 — Aug 1, 2009 – July 31, 2010
U-18 — Aug 1, 2008 – July 31, 2009
👥 Player & Family Expectations
At Kevazingo, we ask every player and family to value:
* Respect
* Discipline
* Hard work
* Accountability
* Team spirit
* Honesty
* Good sportsmanship
Players are expected to arrive on time, prepared, and ready to learn. Parents are expected to support a respectful and positive environment for all players, coaches, referees, and families.
Player Recruitment
No Poaching: Parents, players, coaches, and affiliates may not improperly recruit, solicit, advertise to, or attempt to move Kevazingo players to another team, club, academy, or organization in violation of academy policy.
Approved Communication
Communication: All team and academy communication should take place through Kevazingo-approved channels, including designated WhatsApp groups, official social media accounts, or other communication channels identified by Kevazingo.
🚫 Bullying & Conduct Policy
Kevazingo maintains a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for bullying, harassment, abusive behavior, discrimination, and violence.
Any player who insults, mocks, threatens, bullies, or uses derogatory language toward a teammate, opponent, coach, referee, parent, or family member based on physical appearance, mental ability, cognitive ability, disability, race, ethnicity, or personal characteristics may be suspended or permanently removed from the club.
Any player who physically assaults, fights, or intentionally harms another player, coach, referee, parent, or spectator may face immediate suspension or permanent dismissal from Kevazingo without refund.
Kevazingo reserves the right to investigate incidents and determine appropriate disciplinary action at its sole discretion.
Parent, Guardian & Spectator Conduct
Respectful Conduct: Parents, guardians, volunteers, and spectators are expected to maintain respectful and appropriate behavior at all Kevazingo activities. Threats, intimidation, harassment, bullying, fighting, discriminatory conduct, abusive language, taunting, or other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated
📅 Attendance & Participation Policy
Players are expected to attend games prepared, on time, and in proper uniform and equipment.
A fine equal to 10% of the player’s monthly tuition may be charged for:
* Arriving to games without required equipment or uniform
* Missing games without prior notice and approval
* Receiving a red card during a game
A fine equal to 50% of the player’s monthly tuition may be charged if a player’s actions result in the suspension, disqualification, or banning of the team from a league, tournament, or event.
Kevazingo reserves the right to enforce all disciplinary actions and fines at its discretion.
Kevazingo does not offer make-up practices, credits, refunds, or prorated fees for missed practices, cancelled sessions, weather-related cancellations, or closures due to state or federal holidays.
Practice schedules may change when necessary
Practice & Game Eligibility
Players must attend at least one scheduled practice during the week to be eligible to participate in weekend games.
Meeting the weekly practice requirement establishes game eligibility. Playing time and player rotations are determined by the coaching staff based on team and game needs.
🚗 Transportation & Pick-Up Policy
Parents/guardians must notify Kevazingo in advance for any early drop-off or late pick-up requests.
A flat service fee may apply for supervision provided between 15 and 60 minutes before or after scheduled practice times.
Kevazingo may offer transportation services for an additional flat-rate fee for locations within 30 minutes of the practice field.
Transportation services are subject to availability and prior approval.
💳 Payment, Account Status & Refund Policy
Account in Good Standing
A family is considered in good standing when all required tuition, league registration, tournament, uniform, and other program fees are current. Players must maintain an account in good standing to participate in Kevazingo activities.
Monthly Tuition & Automatic Payments
Monthly tuition is processed automatically through the family's active Kevazingo pricing plan on its scheduled renewal date. Parents and guardians are responsible for maintaining a valid payment method and ensuring payments are successfully processed.
If a monthly payment is declined or unsuccessful, the family will have a seven (7) day grace period to bring the account current.
Past-Due Accounts
Accounts that remain unpaid after the seven-day grace period are considered past due. Kevazingo reserves the right to suspend a player's participation in practices, games, tournaments, or other academy activities until the account is brought current.
Refunds & Credits
All payments to Kevazingo are non-refundable, including monthly tuition, league registration, uniforms, camps, tournaments, and other program-related fees, except where required by law or expressly approved by Kevazingo.
No refunds, credits, prorated fees, or make-up practices are provided for missed practices, weather-related cancellations, canceled sessions, or holiday closures.
📋 Additional Policies
🩺 Medical Authorization & Participation
By participating in Kevazingo Soccer Academy programs, parents/guardians acknowledge that soccer involves physical activity and inherent risk. Parents are responsible for informing coaches of any medical conditions, allergies, injuries, or special accommodations that may affect their player's participation.
🌦️ Weather & Field Conditions Policy
Practice schedules may be adjusted, delayed, or canceled due to weather, field conditions, or safety concerns. Kevazingo will communicate schedule changes as soon as possible.
📸 Photo & Video Release Policy
Kevazingo Soccer Academy may use photos and videos taken during practices, games, camps, and events for promotional, educational, and social media purposes. Parents who do not wish for their player to appear in media should notify the academy in writing.