Don't miss AGM 2020 coming to Casper March 7th & 8th at the Hilton Garden Inn!
Featuring some of the country's most well renowned experts on soccer in the U.S., we are gearing up for one of our best soccer symposiums yet.
PLUS...
We have some BIG news to share with all of you. Be the first to know and attend the 2020 Wyoming AGM!
Click
here for event details, the registration link and to make your hotel reservations.
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THE LATEST FROM WYOMING SOCCER ASSOCIATION
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Wyoming 307 Select Program
Tryouts for the
2020.2021
season will be held
June 6-7, 2020
and
July 11-12, 2020
in Casper.
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ODP Tryouts for the
2020.2021
Season will take place on
Sunday, August 30, 2020
. This will be a one day tryout and will be mandatory for players wishing for a spot on an ODP Team.
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Our state referees have created a new Wyoming Referee Program website that has access to information for all of Wyoming's current and up-and-coming officials.
In addition, our State Referee Instructor, Fabian Lobera, wrote and excellent article entitled, "It Takes A Sideline." It is very "tongue in cheek" and a great read for parents, coaches, and officials alike. Educational, humorous, and insightful, read the full article
here.
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Did you know Wyoming Soccer Association awards three annual scholarships to current or past members?
The scholarships are worth $500 each. Don't miss out on this opportunity!
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact the state office at (307) 742-2306 or
wssa@wyomingsoccer.com
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ALL ENTRIES AND SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS MUST BE MAILED TO
WYOMING SOCCER ASSOCIATION
777 OVERLAND TRAIL, SUITE 132
CASPER, WY 82601
SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION ARE:
- A copy of your high school or college transcript (official copies not required)
- A 500 word essay describing how soccer has impacted your life.
- Two (2) letters of recommendation from high school or college teachers
- One (1) letter of recommendation from a soccer coach
- One (1) current picture of yourself for website announcements
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS
WILL NOT
BE CONSIDERED
Applications must be post marked no later than
Friday, May 1, 2020
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Keep up with us on Wyoming Soccer's social media platforms...
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February's player of the month spotlights Brynlee Cordova from Green River.
Brynlee plays a forward for the Green River Spurs and has been playing soccer for the last four years. She does not guest play with any other clubs but is very involved with several different teams within her own club.
She was a member of the 10U Boys Gold soccer team that won the state championship last spring. She was also a member of the Green River Spurs undefeated 12U Boys gold soccer team in the fall of 2019.
Brynlee loves soccer, playing with friends, and her dog, Scout. She is very artistic and has had several pieces entered in the District Art Show. This girl is
very active and participates in several other sporting events. She travels for volleyball, basketball, and soccer. She’s looking forward to competing in the 2020 spring season. Thank you for all your hard work Brynlee!
We want to hear more about players like Brynlee.
Remember, the player spotlight can highlight achievement in any area, whether it's soccer, academics, community, or attitude. Please share your kids with us!
To nominate a player from your club for the Player Spotlight, please click
here
.
Scroll down to the general section. Click "Player Spotlight Submission Form" and it will save to your computer. The form is very simple and should be emailed to
wssa@wyomingsoccer.com.
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THE LATEST FROM US YOUTH SOCCER
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US Youth Soccer (USYS) held a Board of Director's Meeting at the US Soccer Federation (USSF) AGM in Nashville earlier this month. It was titled "Dream Big - Think Bigger" It's focus was on diversity and inclusion and USYS's commitment to honor diversity throughout the youth sports organization.
USYS Diversity & Inclusion Position Statement
At US Youth Soccer, we embrace diversity and inclusion and strive to be the sport of choice for players, officials, coaches and administrators of all backgrounds. We encourage participation of individuals of all ethnicities, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, ability or disability, realizing that diversity and inclusion makes us stronger. We further encourage the advancement of diverse individuals throughout our organization and we seek to provide a culture where all individuals feel safe, respected and are treated fairly.
US Youth Soccer respects the diversity of individuals throughout our organization. It helps us achieve our mission of being the preeminent youth sports organization in the United States.
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THE LATEST FROM US SOCCER
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U.S. Soccer Names Legendary Referee Esse Baharmast with U.S. Soccer's Highest Honor as the 2020 Werner Fricker Builder Award Winner
Esfandiar “Esse” Baharmast, a former referee, player, coach and current instructor who has been involved in more than a dozen World Cup tournaments and Olympic Games, has been named the 2020 winner of U.S. Soccer’s prestigious Werner Fricker Builder Award.
The Iranian-American is the second referee to be awarded U.S. Soccer’s highest honor; 2005 winner Gerhard Mengel is the other. He was presented with the award on Feb. 15 at the 2020 U.S. Soccer Annual General Meeting in Nashville, Tennessee.
“We owe Esse a tremendous debt of gratitude for all he has done to grow the game in our country,” said U.S. Soccer president Carlos Cordeiro. “As someone who has held so many different roles within our sport, he reminds us that it takes highly talented individuals in all areas of the sport to make soccer in the United States what it is today. We are truly thankful for all he has contributed and continues to give to the game.”
“Do it because you love it,” said Baharmast in response to what the best advice he gives aspiring referees. “That should be your motivation. Don’t do it for the fame; do it for the game. I also tell them that your mentality must be ‘we’ over ‘me’. That mentality will get you where you want to go.”
After retiring from officiating in 1998, Baharmast embarked on a career of referee education and instruction that continues to this day. He became the Director of Officials for U.S. Soccer, and has been a member of the Concacaf Referees' Committee since 2003. He has served as a FIFA instructor, assessor and mentor at the youth and senior levels, including at every Men’s and Women’s World Cup since 2006. When not traveling the world as an instructor, he currently serves as Director of Referees for the Colorado Soccer Association (CSA).
AND...you can meet Esse in person at the Wyoming Soccer AGM!
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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Three Upcoming Referee Clinics
Rock Springs - Feb 29th
Casper & Cheyenne - March 7th
Be Sure to Register!
It's a Great Way to Make Some Extra Money!
February 29th, 2020 in Rock Springs
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March 7th, 2020 in Casper
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March 7th, 2020 in Cheyenne
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Upcoming Coach Education Courses
Below is a list of currently scheduled courses. Further details will be provided as we confirm venues and times. All courses will be accessed through the US Soccer Learning Center (previously referred to as the Digital Coaching Center). If you do not currently have an account through The Learning Center, please create one
here
. If you had one in the former Digital Coaching Center, you do not need to create a new one. Once all courses are set up in the center, you will then be able to register.
*PLEASE NOTE: The US Soccer Federation (USSF) coaching license structure has changed. For a brief description and outline of what this structure looks like, please click
here
.
Montana C-License Course
4720 Classical Way Bozeman, MT 59718
(8:00 a.m - 5:00 p.m.)
Phase I: June 24th-28th
Phase II: August 5th-9th
Registration Deadline May 12th, 2020
For Montana Course Information Please Click HERE.
For all questions, please contact Course Administrator:
**All D-License Courses require 2 weekends with 8 - 10 practice weeks in between sessions.
**Online Grassroots courses can always be taken through The Learning Center. Wyoming is currently reimbursing completed courses through our Coach Development Initiative program found
here.
Be on the lookout for more communications from Wyoming Soccer and posts on our social media platforms. Please follow us here:
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WSA encourages coaches to continue their education and get reimbursed through the
Additional on-line courses are added on a periodic basis.
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With the spring soccer season approaching, now is a good time to think about nutrition and wellness for your players. Being a good soccer player starts with being healthy and eating right. There are many easy ways to incorporate good eating habits into your daily routine. Check out this Nutrition Introduction from US Soccer's Recognize to Recover campaign found
HERE.
Sincerely,
David Hayes
Technical Director
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UPCOMING EVENTS - SPRING SCHEDULE
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March 7 - 8, 2020
April 18 - 19, 2020
April 25 - 26, 2020
May 2 - 3, 2020
May 9 - 10, 2020
May 16 - 17, 2020
Battle in the Springs - Rock Springs
May 23 - 25, 2020
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All registrants must agree to the Wyoming Soccer Association's (WSA's) Code of Conduct.
Parents should
NOT place themselves in one-on-one situations with players other than their own before, during or after WSA sanctioned events.
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GET TO KNOW OUR GROWING LIST OF PARTNERS
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If you know of a business who may want to partner with Wyoming Soccer, please contact us at
wssa@wyomingsoccer.com
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We appreciate those who partner with us. Be on the look out for more exciting deals and offers soon!
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