Several of the soccer clubs across the state have returned to training and practice and some recreational leagues held a short summer season. It is so fantastic to see the kids back on the fields after months of being isolated and quarantined.
Players, parents and coaches alike are excited to get back out there and play the game they love and have missed over the past several months. We share their excitement and enjoy seeing our members taking advantage of opportunities to play.
We are gearing up for our Fall season, which starts August 1, 2020. Many have inquired as to our intentions and plans for the upcoming season, and we can assure you that we want a normal, active season. Our
Return to Play Guidelines will remain in effect until the government and our national affiliates lift restrictions that would allow us to do the same.
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THE LATEST FROM WYOMING SOCCER ASSOCIATION
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THE ALL NEW WYOMING STATE LEAGUE
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Last month the Wyoming Soccer Association Board of Directors approved a new League format/structure which will start with the beginning of our new season on August 1, 2020. This will be a BIG change for all of us.
What will the new Wyoming State League look like, and how will it impact you?
For starters:
- There will be NO MORE LEAGUE WEEKENDS
- League Games can be played during Wyoming Soccer Association sanctioned tournaments
- League games can only be scheduled within a single division (i.e. Gold, Silver, RecFest)
- Reduced League Fees
- League games will be the basis for seeding for Wyoming Cup & Championships & RecFest
A committee with representation from across the state, led by Technical Director, David Hayes, and in conjunction with office staff, developed the new league structure and we sincerely hope you will see the benefits and enjoy the added value.
Please take some time to review the new Wyoming State League Structure.
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TRYOUTS FOR THE 2020-2021 WYOMING 307 SELECT PROGRAM
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Tryouts for players born between 2002 & 2011 have begun and we just concluded our first round this past weekend in Capser. A second round will be held
August 8-9
at the Casper Soccer Complex in Casper.
Whether you are an alumni of the program
or whether this is brand new,
we
HIGHLY
encourage you to check out the
307 Select Page
on our site for complete program information, including
frequently asked questions
,
team
and
program
rules and what you can expect.
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There have been some recent positive changes to both the Wyoming 307 Select and ODP Programs. We have created Program Handbooks for both, and respectfully ask that you take time to read through them
PRIOR
to registering.
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Are you a coach?
Wyoming Soccer Association cur
rently has two openings for Wyoming 307 Select Head Coach positions.
If you are interested, please see the job description and qualifications
here
. There will be opportunities to receive the coach education requirements during the upcoming season. Please contact Wyoming Technical Director,
David Hayes
, for details.
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SOW SOCCER GRANTS AWARDED TO TWO WYOMING CLUBS
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SOW Soccer stands for "
S
park
O
pportunities
W
ith Soccer". The purpose of SOW Soccer programs are to remove
barriers th
at prevent or make it difficult to participate in the sport of soccer.
Wyoming Soccer Association (WSA) opened up a grant application for all WSA Affiliated Clubs during the month of June. We would like to publicly recognize and congratulate
Jackson Hole Youth Soccer
and
Sheridan Storm
for their success in obtaining a SOW Soccer Grant!
Jackson will be conducting two free "Soccer On Academy" Community Clinics to help reach Latino and female players in their community and grow their club.
Sheridan will start a TOPSoccer program to help reach players with disabilities in their community.
A huge thank you to both of them for taking the time to apply and for their forward thinking! We wish them both success!
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THE WSA SAT/ACT PREP PROJECT
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The eKnowledge SAT/ACT Prep Project with Wyoming Soccer Association is now in its 16th year assisting students and families, and
is now officially sponsored by the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) as their official SAT/ACT Prep course for all 19,500 member high schools and 12 million students.
Exam dates are coming up and registration deadlines are typically a month prior.
Next Available Exams:
ACT: September 12, 2020 (Registration Deadline is August 14, 2020)
SAT: August 29, 2020 (Registration Deadline is July 31, 2020)
The SAT/ACT Prep Project is fully vetted and has sponsored our players & their families for online semester-length, study-at-your-own-pace with any internet enabled device SAT/ACT preparation programs preferred by nearly 300,000 students.
Students only pay a one-time fee between
$19.99 to $49.99
for all of their SAT/ACT Prep ($350 to $1,500 value). All fees are reinvested to improve the program and reach more families. The Project does not create a profit.
In addition, The SAT/ACT PowerPrep Premium Pro with Math Super Supplement
is available to our members. It is the equivalent of a full semester course with a dedicated personal instructor.
It includes:
- 300+ hours of student participation time
- 54+ hours of On Demand video presented by professional instructors, all of whom have advanced Master and PhD degrees
- 460+ video/multimedia lessons
- 800 page eBook, integrated and cross linked inside the program
- Hundreds of practice questions with intricately detailed answers
Over 45,000 students and parents have given 5 star reviews and testimonials about the programs. Read what they say
here
!
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August (Augie) Hoelscher is in the spotlight for the month of July! Augie is with the Jackson Hole Youth Soccer Club and typically plays up, currently playing on the Jackson 2006 Boys Black team.
A
ugie has been playing soccer since he could walk, always kicking a ball. He has played competitively since he was eight years old, and typically plays the #10 mid field position.
He absolutely loves soccer and is a standout player. In 2019, Augie attended the ODP Sub-Regional event, was selected for an ODP West Region ID Camp and made it all the way to the West Region winter camp in California. He came back out this past winter and joined us for the 2020 ODP Sub-Regional event and was again selected for the ODP ID Camp in Oregon before it was cancelled. These are tremondous honors, as only a small handful of players from across the state make it to this level.
"Augie is a great player and a great personality on and of the field.
The thing that I am impressed the most about is that wherever he goes, he has a socc
er ball with him, and if there is a pick up street soccer game, Augie is definitely playing," says his coach, George Hahui.
Other than soccer, Augie ski races in the winter for Jackson Hole Ski Club, mountain bikes, hikes and enjoys all things outdoors. He was even recognized by Jackson Hole Ski and Snowboard Club for his great sportsmanship and positive attitude as an alpine athlete. He has had many top-10 finishes and has qualified for the Intermountain Division Championships. To say this boy is an all-around athlete and overacheiver is an understatement!
Besides soccer, one of his favorite things to do when not participating in sports is just chilling along side his older brother, Charlie, and his younger sister, Ruby.
Augie is always a pleasure to be around with his infectious smile and can be heard cheering on his teammates - he exemplifies leadership and the importanice of keeping a positive attitude no matter what, and we are proud to honor him as our player spotlight for July!
We want to hear more about players like Augie.
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 has expanded into the sport of Futsal. If you recall, last year, Wyoming Soccer hosted our first ever Wyoming Futsal League and we plan to grow on that momentum. We want players to have opportunities to continue to play and develop during our cold, winter months.
By incorporating Futsal, US Youth Soccer and Wyoming Soccer are creating an inclusive soccer culture designed to increase the number of children playing soccer. Futsal programming improves player technical creativity and capabilities while building healthier children and stronger communities. We want to ensure every player has the opportunity to play futsal as a part of their continued development. The establishment of a USYS Futsal National Championship is the next step to promote and support Futsal at all levels.
To find out more about the sport of Futsal and it's impact on soccer development, please click
here
.
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THE LATEST FROM US SOCCER
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Although we have our own Return to Play Guidelines, it is important to be mindful of what experts around the country are advising. Being part of Wyoming Soccer Association means you are part of something much bigger, all the way up to the US Soccer Federation. We tap into their resources and seek their advice and we wanted to share this with you.
US Soccer Chief Medical Officer, George Chiampas has voiced his excitement about the
prospect of sharing in the positive elements of playing, coaching, refereeing and simply being fans of this great sport once again and issued a
letter to all US Soccer Members
.
In his letter, he emphasizes that while it’s a new, and at times uncertain, environment, we are going to navigate this together through knowledge, information and shared responsibility.
To further that mission, the U.S. Soccer Federation has conducted extensive research and utilized expertise inside and outside the organization to assemble guidelines and best practices in an effort to inform, educate and assist in the process of return to play.
These guidelines and best practices are intended for use WHEN AND IF local authorities have deemed it safe to return to the practice field. That said, we all know the game of soccer is important to the physical, mental and emotional wellness of our youth players. In consideration of how COVID-19 is transmitted, it is vitally important that EVERYONE involved in the process of return-to-place does so with extreme diligence and attention to the widely-agreed-upon standards and guidelines.
US Soccer's approach to return to play is divided into five phases, representing the different stages of progress required to achieve the ultimate goal of playing with no restrictions or recommendations related to COVID-19.
The U.S. Soccer PLAY ON initiative has released
recommendation guides
,
FAQ's
,
fast facts
,
videos & podcasts
. We encourage you to check out this campaign and educate yourselves, as parents, players, coaches and referees, to assure we all stay safe and healthy - on and off the field!
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EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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Upcoming Coach Education Courses
Online Grassroots courses can always be taken through
The Learning Center
. We highly encourage everyone to take these courses (we will reimburse.
Wyoming is currently reimbursing completed courses through our
If your club is interested in hosting a referee clinic, please email our State Director of Instruction,
Fabian Lobera
. You can view upcoming courses,
here
.
Be on the lookout for more communications from Wyoming Soccer and posts on our social media platforms.
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The Current State of College Soccer Recruiting
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As we all continue to navigate the impact of COVID-19 within the sports community, we want to ensure the correct information is out there regarding the current state of college soccer recruiting.
The NCAA and other governing bodies of college athletics have made adjustments and rule changes to their recruiting calendars, but this does not mean that your players need to wait to get recruited!
Instituted changes are as follows:
- NCAA D1 programs are observing a dead period through August 31
- NCAA D2 programs are observing a quiet period through July 31
- Colleges are advised to suspend official visits and unofficial on-campus visits
- Coaches and recruits can still communicate via phone and written correspondence (email, text and social media DMs)
For up-to-date information on the recruiting process amidst COVID-19, please click the appropriate link below:
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UPCOMING FALL 2020 WSA SANCTIONED EVENTS
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September 12-13, 2020
September 25-27, 2020
September 26-27, 2020
October 3-4, 2020
October 10-11, 2020
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Please remember all registrants must agree to the Wyoming Soccer Association's (WSA's) Code of Conduct.
As we get ready to embark on a new season, please remember your commitment to
abide by WSA’s core values of fairness, integrity, fun, development, teamwork and sustainability
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GET TO KNOW OUR GROWING LIST OF PARTNERS
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Our communications platform, TeamApp, has been working as hard as ever on improving their platform to help you keep connected with your team and/or club. Be sure to download the latest version of the app to enjoy recent updates, such as multi image and video upload, image cropping, chat enhancements and gallery imorovements.
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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
.
We appreciate those who partner with us. Be on the look out for more exciting deals and offers soon!
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