Mass Youth Soccer's Remarkable Achievements NATIONAL WINNER STEPHEN DE GARAVILLA

Executive Director, Mike Borislow presents how Mass Youth Soccer is empoweing communities and creating opportunities for young atheltes

Mass Youth Soccer has accomplished many significant achievements in the past year, showing a strong commitment to building a better community through soccer. From building relationships with partners to implementing new programs and initiatives, the organization has demonstrated a clear dedication to fulfilling its mission, vision, and values.

One of the most notable accomplishments of Mass Youth Soccer is the increased sponsorship income and partnerships. This, along, with the successful partnership with a new apparel provider has helped the organization to deliver more quality programs and services to its members.

The relationship with NE Revolution and collaboration on events and relationships with club soccer through the NECSL has helped play at the highest levels through USYS National League Conferences and PRO division and have been important in advancing the organization's mission. Mass Youth Soccer has welcomed new licensed coaches to its Town Select League coaching staff, increasing the total number of coaches to 48-all with a license. The organization has also introduced a new bi-monthly electronic magazine and virtual leadership workshops.

Mass Youth Soccer has also obtained US Soccer Innovate to Grow Grants and other grants supporting Urban and Underserved Community programs. The increased focus on the TOPSoccer Program and the formal creation of the DEIB group show the organization's commitment to inclusivity and diversity.

The organization has completed a turf field replacement and property improvement project on budget and ahead of schedule, increasing its field crew capabilities with new and improved equipment. This has led to improved employee morale and retention of field crew employees. Additionally, Mass Youth Soccer has modified several areas of the facility to promote safety, aesthetics, and efficiency. Property maintenance has also improved due to the ability to get a large amount of work done, thanks to lower than normal snowfall.

The organization has delivered more coaching education courses and identified the need for more. The Technical Department is poised for great success under the leadership of newly appointed State Technical Director Tommy Geis. Mass Youth Soccer has also formed partnerships with new hotels to provide much-needed inventory for large tournaments.

While achieving sustainable growth, the Town Select League has consistently aligned with Mass Youth Soccer's mission, vision, and values. The organization has partnered with Players Health to ease the misconduct reporting burden for its member organizations, and has introduced a library of new tutorial videos focused on registrations and member management roles.

Mass Youth Soccer has streamlined State Cup administration tasks with an increase in registrations, and the ODP has grown with players and staff. The District Select Program team card is virtually filled, and the Genesis Referee Program is gaining momentum.

The Annual Financial FYE 2022 audit was very successful, and Mass Youth Soccer has introduced new employee education and training seminars focused on mental health and well-being. The organization has also implemented statewide accepted and required Codes of Conduct for Coaches, Parents/Guardians/Spectators, Players, and Referees, as well as a Zero Tolerance Policy.

Overall, Mass Youth Soccer's commitment to its mission, vision, and values has been total and unwavering. The organization has achieved many significant accomplishments in the past year, and its dedication to providing quality programs and services to the community is commendable. Mass Youth Soccer's remarkable achievements are a testament to the organization's commitment to building a stronger community through soccer.