The SYSA-UW Clinic Is Full [5-8-12]
SYSA and UW are working on a possible second date. Check back here for more
information.
Thanks for your patience. We were caught off guard by how popular this clinic would
be.
SYSA and the Univeristy of Washington Men's and Women's teams are
partnering on a FREE skills clinic on Tuesday, May 22nd. This clinic is open exclusively to registered SYSA recreational players U6 through U14 and space is limited, so register
now!
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Coming Full Circle in SYSA
Inspired by SYSA's Legend recognition ceremony, Jason Farrell, Seattle United's Technical
Director, writes about passing the traditions and culture of SYSA from one generation to the next in this open letter.
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SYSA Board Elects New Officers
New Strategic Plan Adopted
At its annual meeting April 7, the SYSA Board of Commissioners elected new officers to
replace those whose two-year terms had expired. The following new officers were elected:
-- Phil Herold, Hillwood, was elected SYSA President,
replacing Duncan Munro.
-- Yarrow Banko, Queen Anne, was elected VP
Administration, replacing Paul Payton.
-- Shawn Tucker, Woodland, was re-elected VP Recreational
Development for a second term.
Congratulations to Phil, Yarrow, and Shawn, and a massive THANK YOU to Duncan and
Paul for two years of outstanding service!
Along with electing officers, the SYSA Board adopted a new SYSA Strategic Plan
for 2012-16. This play will guide the association over the next four years, and is a clear statement of the VISION, MISSION, and STRATEGIC GOALS of the associaiton.
The new Strategic Plan can be found
here.
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Summer Coach Training Opportunities
Seattle United will be hosting their second annual Coaching Summit in
June 2nd and 3rd. This is a great opportunity for rec coaches to get training through our SYSA premier club. Free for SYSA coaches. Click here for details.
Seattle United is also sponsoring a high level coaching seminar in July. This paid
three-day seminar run by Europe's Success In Soccer organization will be held at the Seattle United offices. Click here for details.
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Seven Elected to SYSA Hall of Legends
The SYSA Board had voted to award SYSA Legend honors on seven current and former
volunteers. These folks join the list of 29 current SYSA Legends who are recognized for
their outstanding contributions to their club and the association. Please join me in honoring these new SYSA Legends:
Neil Callahan
Jim Locke
Steve Moriarty
Mike Henderson
Bob Sigley
Larry McCann
John Clark
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SYSA ANNOUNCES 2011 AWARD WINNERS
Each year, SYSA recognizes volunteers and competitive coaches who have made outstanding
contributions to the players and families in our clubs. With so many volunteers donating their time and effort each year, picking just a few is never easy. We thank all of you for
your efforts in making SYSA the best soccer organization in the country.
2011 SYSA Award Winners
Volunteer of the Year:
Pat Hegarty, LVR
Boys Rec Coach of the Year:
Robert McCullough and Steve Wolfe, Woodland
Girls Rec Coach of the Year:
Shawn Tucker, Woodland
Administrator of the Year:
Alyson Stage, LVR
Boys Competitive Coach of the Year:
Gary Harris, Seattle United
Girls Competitive Coach of they Year:
Jason Farrell, Seattle United
Congratulations for your work in 2011!
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Fall Game Rules
For a list of game rules for different age groups, including ball sizes, game length, player numbers, and all FIFA rules of the game,
click ADMINSITRATION/Rules and Bylaws, or click here.
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Get Answers to Questions about SYSA Field Assignments
Questions, confusion, and misinformation about field practice assignments are addressed in the field allocation Frequently Asked Question document. Understand how field time
is assigned by Seattle Parks and how it gets to the coaches and teams, and how SYSA is working to improve the process and the field shortage in Seattle. Click here for the FAQ.
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Reminder: Dogs Aren't Allowed on Soccer Fields
Most of us love dogs, but they don't belong on soccer fields. There are lots of reasons for this: damage to the field, fouling the surface, risk of infections to players,
nuisance and distration to participants. But the main reason SYSA reminds you to leave your dog at home is that both Seattle and Shoreline municipal codes prohibit dogs on playfields. Please respect the
law and keep your dog off the soccer fields our kids play on. Thank you!
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Soccer Goal Safety Is Everyone's Responsibility!!!
SYSA is committed to safety. Coaches, parents, players -- please help us make our soccer fields safe places for our kids. Soccer goals should always be weighted and
anchored, both when in use and especially when not in use. Never let children play or climb on goals. Follow this link for our SYSA policy on goal safety.
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Security Contact List
If you run into a problem while at a field, use the list of numbers in the link below to get help.
For problems while at a field, click here for a security phone number list.
For serious emergencies or injury, CALL 911.
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SYSA PHOTO GALLERY
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Mike Henderson holds his plaque after being inducted into the SYSA Hall of Legends at the April 7 Annual
Meeting.
Send us your photos and we'll post them here! For more
information and to see past photos, click here.
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The SYSA Newsletter
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Read our monthly newsletter to keep informed about activities
and events in SYSA. To read the latest issue, click
here.
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Upcoming Events
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May 11 -- Select and Premier tryouts for Seattle United teams. Click here for
schedule and details.
May 22nd -- UW Soccer Skills Clinic, UW campus. Click
here for details and to register.
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Thank You SYSA Volunteers
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The SYSA Board of Commissioners nominated Jonathan Smith, Capitol Hill, and Gerry Wheaton, Shorelake, as the SYSA volunteers of the month of February. Thank you Jonathan and Gerry! To see previous monthly winners
and volunteer awards, click here.
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The Neil Callahan Fund
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The Neil Callahan Fund honors the memory of SYSA's late president. To learn more about the fund, click here.
Click here to donate to the Neil Callahan
Fund.
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