THE LATEST FROM WYOMING SOCCER |
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WYOMING 307 SELECT & ODP
As mentioned in our introduction, nine Wyoming ODP teams are currently preparing to attend the US Youth Soccer West Region ODP Championships in Mesa, AZ next week (January 7-10, 2022) at Legacy Sports Park. This will be the inaugural soccer event at the brand new 320-acre complex!
Wyoming 307 Select is still active and teams will have several opportunities to train at the Indoor Practice Facility (IPF) at the University of Wyoming. We have trainings scheduled in January, February and March. To get more information, please check out the Wyoming 307 Select page on our website, where all upcoming dates are listed.
In addition, Tryouts for next year are scheduled and will occur throughout the summer. Dates are listed on our site and the registration is open (click the button below to register). The tryouts registration for the current season are now closed, but if you are interested in joining, please talk to your local coach and let them know. If they feel you would be a good fit, they can always make a recommendation and our 307 Select Coaches are constantly scouting for players at our events across the state.
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WYOMING AGM & AWARDS CELEBRATION
Nominations Are Open
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Wyoming Soccer Association has started the planning process for the 2022 Wyoming Soccer Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Awards and we invite EVERYONE to join us!
This will be our fourth annual awards celebration to honor our outstanding players, coaches, referees, administrators, volunteers and TOPSoccer Buddies. All state nominees are then submitted for regional and national awards. For the past three years, Wyoming has had regional winners, and this past year, we had two of them!
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Brian Longbottom from Cheyenne was the 2021 USYS West Regional TOPSoccer Coach of the Year!
There cannot be enough said when it comes to Brian Longbottom’s character. Kids and parents alike who are a part of the Cheyenne TOPSoccer program say they look forward to seeing him every week. He has an uncanny ability to connect with each athlete in a very special way and the kids love to joke with him and just be around Brian. He works so hard to make sure each practice is meaningful and fun for each athlete.
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Abbi Forwood of Cheyenne was the 2021 US Youth Soccer West Regional Girls Recreational Coach of the Year!
Abbi is dedicated to the future of the sport of soccer in Cheyenne and says she is so blessed to be able to “pay it forward” through coaching these young kids in the recreational program. Besides her commitment to the Cheyenne Soccer Club, Abbi also is involved in her community by being on the Black Dog Animal Rescue Board and serves on the Cultural Diversity Panel for Laramie County School District, as well as being involved in her church and being a full partner at a local law firm.
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This year's big event will be held during our AGM weekend on Saturday evening, March 12, 2022, and we hope more of our winners will receive regional and maybe even national attention next year!
Our Nomination Forms are ready and you can nominate the people within your clubs who are making a difference. Please note that players are selected from our monthly player spotlights throughout the year.
Our Annual Awards Celebration is a fun, inspirational and entertaining event and all Wyoming Soccer Association members and their families are welcome to join us. Our keynote presentation this year will be brought to you by the Positive Coaching Alliance.
Please click the below button for more information on our awards and links to nomination forms for each. The nominations deadline has been extended to January 23, 2022. Pleasse note there are MAXIMUM requirements for nominating someone, but no minimum requirments.
Please mark March 12-13, 2022 on your calendar, and plan to come to the 2022 AGM & Awards!
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BE PREPARED FOR THE ACT/SAT TESTS
We are here to help through the eKnowlede PowerPrep10
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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!
Registration deadline to register for the first ACT Test of 2022 (February 12, 2022) is January 7, 2022.
The deadline to register for the first SAT Test of 2022 (March 12, 2022) is February 11, 2022.
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SPORTS THREAD PROFILE ACTIVATION - 100% FREE
Attention College Bound Athletes!
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Do you have a player who as aspirations of being a college athlete (even if it is not soccer)?
If you have a high-school aged player, you probably received an email yesterday (check your inbox!) with information on how to activate your profile from our newest partner, Sports Thread. Why is this important and what the heck is Sports Thread you ask?
Well, in a nutshell...
Sports Thread is an award-winning social media-based network that connects student-athletes with team members, coaches, parents and fans.
Didn't see the email? We'll help you out. Follow these instructions:
Profile Creation Process
2. Open Sports Thread App
3. Select "More"
4. Click "My Profile"
5. Press "Edit" followed by "Add Sports Profile"
6. Fill Out Sports Profile
If you have questions, Sports Thread has a helpful FAQ page, which can be found here.
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THE LATEST FROM US YOUTH SOCCER |
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Preliminary games will be played June 20-23, Championship elimination rounds will take place June 24-26. Team entrance fee is $1600 with a $1500 state fee.
Preliminary games will take place June 15-17, with semi-finals on June 16 and finals/championships on June 17. Team entrance fee is $1400 with a $1500 state fee.
We have extended the deadline to apply to January 15, 2022.
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PLEASE NOTE THE WSA FEE IS NOT A BOND, however, the WSA fees from all committed teams will be collected to cover WSA administrative costs, in addition to the expenses incurred from sending appropriate staff and referees to the event. Any money left over after all expenses are covered will be distributed evenly amongst the contributing teams.
Below are things to keep in mind regarding team rosters for these events:
- At least 9 players from the original State Cup or Equality State Championships Roster must stay on the team to participate and be registered.
- Players cannot play in both Far West Regional (FWR) and Presidents' Cup (PC).
- All players must be properly registered in accordance with US Youth Soccer rules. Players must be currently living in Wyoming, and registered for play as a current member of Wyoming Soccer Association.
- No out of state players may be rostered to teams. (Split custody between states must be discussed with the State Office prior to rostering).
- There are no guest players on FWR/PC rosters. All players must be properly registered to the club and team prior to the roster deadline.
Teams who placed 1st or 2nd during our recent Equality State Championships event are eligible for this event. Teams who place in the top three of the Championships Divison during the 2022 Wyoming Cup & Championships event will be eligible.
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BE PART OF RESEARCH
USYS Partners with Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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Mount Sinai Hospital and its Department of Orthopaedic Surgery are partnering with US Youth Soccer (USYS) to prevent player injuries in a new study. They are enrolling youth athletes for periodic surveys over the course of several seasons to learn about their health and injuries they've experienced.
They hope to use their findings to provide advice to parents and players in order to help reduce the risk of common sports injuries.
Thank you for your participation!
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Wyoming Soccer is working hard to gain more referees, and the best way to do that is to host referee clinics. We have several referee clinics coming up and we invite you to take advantage of the opportunity to offset some of the costs of youth soccer, earn some extra money, familiarlize yourself with the rules and see things from a new perspective!
Click the below button to find out about all of our upcoming Wyoming Referee Clinics.
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If your club is interested in hosting a referee clinic, please click HERE.
Wyoming Soccer has recently applied for a grant from US Soccer Federation to help in our recruitment and retention efforts. We will keep you posted!
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STATE REFEREE COMMITTEE DAILY RAFFLE
An Incentive to Get Your 2022 Certification Completed
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The State Referee Committee has come up with a clever incentive to try to help everyone get their registrations for 2022 completed.
They have been doing daily raffles and there is one day left. Beause they are busy with the Cowboy Turf Wars this weekend, the final drawing will be held on Sunday, January 2, 2022! Winners receive a $65.00 gift certificate to Official Sports to get some new swag for the fields.
To enter you simply must complete your recertification for 2022 by today, so don't wait!! You can see who has won previous drawings here.
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James Rasmussen, who plays with the TOPSoccer Program with Casper Soccer Club is in the spotlight for the month of December.
James has been playing soccer since he could kick a ball! He started playing with Casper Soccer on a Lil’ Kickers team, and when TOPSoccer began, his parents decided to transition him. And, it paid off! He absolutely LOVES it!
James has always been interested in sports; soccer, basketball, football, and even swimming. He does not let his special needs get in the way of throwing, kicking, bouncing, or catching a ball. He is a bright, positive spirit, and his coach and TOPSoccer Coordinator with Casper Soccer Club, Stacey Umbach, had this to say, "James is truly a joy to have at practice and has a smile on his face the entire time."
James loves going to school. He is currently in third grade. He enjoys spending time with his peers and loves his teachers. He is a hard worker and keeps a positive attitude.
James also has a love for dogs. His family already has two small maltipoos at home, and they are preparing to get on a waiting list for a service dog that can accompany James at home, school, and maybe even the soccer field!
When you're around James, there is never a dull moment nor a negative one. He is happy-go-lucky kid with a true passion for soccer.
We are honored to spotlight James, and want to hear more about players like him. Remember, the Player Spotlight can highlight achievement in any area, whether it's soccer, academics, community, or attitude. Please share your kids with us! If you would like to learn more about TOPSoccer, please click HERE.
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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REGISTRATION IS STILL OPEN FOR THE 2022 UNITED SOCCER COACHES CONVENTION IN KANSAS CITY!
The annual United Soccer Coaches Convention is coming January 19-23, 2022 in Kansas City, MO! Register today to receive discounted pricing for the United Soccer Coaches Convention, and US Youth Soccer Workshop and receive the benefits that come with attending, which include:
- Over 250+ education sessions, featuring both lectures and field demonstrations.
- Ability to earn United Soccer Coaches Diplomas and Certificates.
- Reuniting with your soccer community through socials and networking events.
- Adding to your professional development through sessions focused on leadership, risk management, parent/player relationships, and marketing.
- Access to the Exhibit Hall featuring over 200+ exhibitors from different corners of the soccer landscape.
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NEW FOR 2022: All recorded United Soccer Coaches Convention sessions are included with registration for no additional cost!
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THE LATEST UPCOMING EVENTS |
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December 31, 2021 - January 2, 2022
January 7-9, 2022
February 18-20, 2022
April 9-10, 2022
April 23-24, 2022
CODY SHOOTOUT
May 14-15, 2022
WYOMING CUP & CHAMPIONSHIPS & UNITED CUP
May 28-30, 2022
***THERE ARE MORE EVENTS COMING THIS SPRING.
THIS IS NOT A COMPLETE LINE UP.***
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DECEMBER CODE OF CONDUCT HIGHLIGHT |
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All registrants must agree to the Wyoming Soccer Association's (WSA's) Code of Conduct.
Take PRIDE in your appearance as a member of Wyoming Soccer Association and your local club.
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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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