THE LATEST FROM WYOMING SOCCER |
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WYOMING SOCCER ANNUAL AWARD NOMINATIONS - OPENING SOON! |
Nominations for the Wyoming Soccer annual awards will open next month. Nominations are open to the entire membership, so please start thinking about the amazing people who make your club great!
Awards are presented each year as part of the Wyoming Soccer Association Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held February 27-28, 2021 in Casper. Help us recognize the many outstanding individuals in a number of capacities who make youth soccer possible. WSA winners of these awards at the state level are advanced for further consideration at the Regional level (US Youth Soccer West Region). Regional winners are considered for the National awards in each category, which are presented at the United Soccer Coaches / US Youth Soccer annual workshop.
The categories up for nomination, which will be sent in a separate announcement towards the beginning of December, are:
- Referee of the Year
- Young Referee of the Year
- Administrator of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Boys Competitive Coach of the Year
- Boys Recreational Coach of the Year
- Girls Competitive Coach of the Year
- Girls Recreational Coach of the Year
- TOPSoccer Coach of the Year
- TOPSoccer Buddy of the Year
We also recognize both our Player of the Year and our TOPSoccer Player of the Year. These awards are not open for nomination, but are selected from our monthly Player Spotlights. If you know someone outstanding who should be included for consideration, be sure to nominate them for December! You can nominate players for the Player Spotlight by downloading the nomination form here. |
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BE PREPARED FOR THE ACT/SAT TESTS |
We are here to help through the eKnowlede PowerPrep10
Wyoming Soccer Association's partner eKnowledge has boosted their programming to assist our high school aged soccer players across the state in gaining some amazing ACT and SAT test prep for a deal almost too good to be true.
The PowerPrep10 Beta Program is a course that is intuitive, student-driven, comprehensive, multi-media, content rich and focused precisely on your student's needs with instant access to a LIVE teacher!
The value of this is $350, but as a member of Wyoming Soccer Association you can get in for as low as $19.99 and can receive EVERYTHING for only $49.99 - a $1500 value!
The deadline to register for the first ACT Test of 2021 (February 6th) is January 8, 2021.
The deadline to register for the first SAT Test of 2021 (March 13th) is February 12, 2021.
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THE LATEST FROM US YOUTH SOCCER |
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THE LATEST FROM US SOCCER FEDERATION |
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While we realize the current state of our country has created both challenges and concerns when it comes to travel, our national affiliate, US Youth Soccer, has created relationships with two dynamic travel brands, Southwest Airlines and National Rental Car, to provide travel perks for their members.
With Southwest, any flights booked and flown from now through May 31, 2021 will earn 50% more bonus points towards their personal Rapid Rewards Account. With National Rental Car, through July 31, 2021, they have contracted guaranteed rates for each type of vehicle to ensure that when booking during peak times, your rates will not exceed maximum rates.
Download documents containing details for how to take advantage of these opportunities below.
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THEY'RE COMING OUT OF QUARANTINE! |
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) will return to competitive action for the first time in 261 days when it takes on the Netherlands this Friday, Nov. 27 at Rat Verlegh Stadium in Breda, Netherlands.
The USA will have six training days in the Netherlands before the match, which will kick-off at 10:30 a.m. MT and will be broadcast on ESPN2 and TUDN.
The USWNT is coming off a successful return to the field in the form of an 11-day training camp at the end of October in Commerce City, Colorado. The match against the Netherlands, which will be played without fans in the stands, will be the first for the USA since March 11, when it defeated Japan 3-1 to win the SheBelieves Cup. The 261 days between games is the longest the team has gone without an international match since the program’s infancy in the early 1990s.
The U.S. delegation has received an exemption from quarantine provided to professional sports organizations.
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Lauren Profaizer from Rock Springs Avengers is in the spotlight for the month of November.
Lauren has been playing soccer since she was four years old. She started playing for the recreation league, then started playing for the Rock Springs Avengers Club when she was around the age of nine. She continues to play for the Rock Springs Avengers, as well as Rock Springs High School. She also plays for the Crusaders Futbol Club team.
Lauren has been part of the Wyoming 307 Select Program and the Wyoming Olympic Development Program (ODP). Her position is midfielder or stopper.
Lauren is very involved in her school and has a 3.7 GPA. She is an active member of the Rock Springs High School Student Council, she is a member of the Rock Springs High School Health Academy, and, of course, as mentioned plays for the Rock Springs Tiger Girls Soccer Team. She played on the varsity team both her freshman and sophomore year, but unfortunately, she missed her junior year due to COVID-19.
As if keeping up with that busy schedule wasn't enough, Lauren finds time to hang out with her friends, snowboard and basically she is up for anything outdoors! As a senior, she is looking forward to playing in her senior season of soccer and then going to college next year.
When asked what he thinks of her, Lauren's Coach, Hector Guzman, had this to say, "Lauren is one of the most coachable players I’ve ever had. She is always willing to learn and help out wherever needed. She leaves it out on the field day in and day out. That’s why I gave her the nick name “ the freak”. I think she likes it and owns it now. We will miss her when she leaves, and wish nothing but the best for her in the future."
We want to hear more about players like Lauren. 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 download the nomination form by clicking here. Once completed, please email to wssa@wyomingsoccer.com.
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COMING UP IN THE COACH MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
Each month, David Hayes, our state Technical Director, is sending out useful information to assist our coaches statewide in leading their teams on the field to the best of their ability.
This month's newsletter is yet to come, but be on the lookout - it's coming to your inbox soon!
In addition, the next monthly Lunch & Learn Coach Webinar will be held next Wednesday, December 2nd at noon, and will focus on indoor practices - session planning and getting the most out of your indoor sessions. A link to join the webinar will be included in the Coach Monthly newsletter.
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GET READY FOR AN INTERACTIVE DIGITAL EVENT - THE 2021 UNITED SOCCER COACHES CONVENTION
Let's talk about positive team culture and communication. During the 2021 United Soccer Coaches Digital Convention, held January 11-15, 2021 some of the best sessions involve panels full of presenters with different views and ideas being brought to the table over a common topic.
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Can’t make it the week of Convention?
We’ve got you covered! By registering for Convention at the price of $175.00 if purchased before Wednesday, December 16, you receive the recordings of all 50 education sessions, access to the Convention digital platform during the week of the event AND throughout all of 2021!
*Register Today for 2021’s Premier Coaching
Education Interactive Digital Event!
*You MUST utilize the below link to receive the US Youth Soccer discount. Please DO NOT use the registration link on the Convention website.
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Need help asking the decision-maker in your organization for financial assistance to this event? Download this Justification Letter template to help make the ask!
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THE LATEST UPCOMING EVENTS |
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WSA 2nd QUARTERLY BOARD MEETING
December 5, 2020 - 1 - 4 p.m.
January 1-3, 2021
January 8-10, 2021
February 19-21, 2021
SAVE THE DATE
February 27-28, 2021
Casper, WY
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NOVEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT HIGHLIGHT |
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All registrants must agree to the Wyoming Soccer Association's (WSA's) Code of Conduct.
Please remember to RESPECT the rights and property of others.
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GET TO KNOW OUR GROWING LIST OF PARTNERS |
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WYOMING SOCCER ASSOCIATION| www.wyomingsoccer.com
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