2018 Michigan Soccer Winter Guide

2018 Winter Guide Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. l #MiMoment

In This Edition:  News from the Executive Director  Recreational Grant & Scholarship Recipients  And More!!!

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2018 Winter Guide Dear Members: Welcome to the 2018 Michigan Soccer Winter Guide Edition! In this edition, you will find information regarding tournaments, programs, events & more! From two teams being crowned National Champions in Frisco, Texas this past summer to hosting new grassroots coaching education courses, we are fortunate to be part of such a great soccer community in Michigan! Without you, we would not be able to provide unique, exciting & memorable opportunities to our youth participants & volunteers.

As you may know, MSYSA and the Saginaw Township Soccer Association will host the 2019 US Youth Soccer Midwest Regional Championships as part of the US Youth Soccer National Championship Series, the country s oldest and most prestigious national youth soccer tournament. The games will take place at the Saginaw Township Soccer Complex and will draw more than 4,100 players and an estimated 12,000 spectators over the course of the weeklong tournament. The tournament will take place on June 21-26, 2019 and will host more than 200 boys and girls teams, ages 13 to 19 from within the Midwest Region. If you are interested in volunteering at the event, more information will be available soon.

This past November, MSYSA hosted an Administrator s Workshop that was free to all members of MSYSA. Like last year, attendance was very good. Special thanks to our guest speakers and to Dick s Sporting Goods, SportsForms, Access Point and Parjana for their help and participation. For reference, the 2018 MSYSA Administrator s Workshop will be held in Livonia, Michigan on Saturday, November 10, 2018.

In addition, MSYSA member organizations that register recreational players are eligible to apply for MSYSA recreational grants. The next grant cycle closes on or before October 5, 2018. Read ore here‌ Sincerely, Thomas K. Faro, MSYSA Executive Director

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2018 Winter Guide US Soccer Calendar Birth Year Age Chart for 17-18 & 18-19 Seasonal Years

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2018 Winter Guide 2018 Michigan Soccer Tryout Guide Calendar Birth Year Ad Template

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2018 Winter Guide 2018 MSYSA Olympic Development Program (ODP) Identification Program Dates Announced Registration for the MSYSA ODP Identification Program is now open through July 9, 2018. The Olympic Development Program is a national program to identify, develop and prepare youth players to represent their State, Region, and Country in soccer competitions.

PLAYERS BORN IN 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 & 2006 IDENTIFICATION WEEKEND FRIDAY, JULY 20-22, 2018 @ INDEPENDENCE PARK, CANTON Players & GKs wishing to participate in the ODP program should register for the ID Weekend and must attend all four sessions.

Independence Park is located in Canton, Michigan (located at 1898 Denton Road, Canton, Michigan 48188). The cost to register and participate in the ODP Identification Weekend is $125, if registered prior to MAY 1, 2018*. For more detailed information on each program please click here. *Registration Fee Schedule is as follows:  If registered prior to May 1, 2018 = $125  If registered between May 1, 2018-May 31, 2018 = $150  If registered between June 1, 2018-July 9, 2018 = $175

ID WEEKEND REGISTRATION MALE PLAYERS REGISTER HERE FEMALE PLAYERS REGISTER HERE BIRTH YEAR 2004, 2005, 2006 Boys

2004, 2005, 2006 Girls

2002-2003 Boys & Girls

FRIDAY July 20, 2018 Noon – 2:00 pm & 5:00 - 6:30 pm 2:30 – 4:30 pm & 7:00 – 8:30 pm

SATURDAY July 21, 2018 9:00 – 10:30am & 1:00 – 2:30 pm 11:00 – 12:30 pm & 3:00 – 4:30 pm

No Sessions for 2002-03

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SUNDAY July 22, 2018 No Sessions for 2004-06

No Sessions for 2004-06

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NOTES:  LATE FEES COMMENCE MAY 1, 2018.  There is no on-site registration. Online registration ends July 9, 2018. No prorations or refunds.  All players must attend all dates and times. Please check in 30 minutes prior to your scheduled sessions. Check in will commence 30 minutes prior to your scheduled session.  Each player, upon checking in, will receive one (1) Under Armour t-shirt to be utilized for the duration of the weekend.

For further information on the MSYSA ODP please view the Program Overview here. You can also contact the MSYSA State Office at stateoffice@michiganyouthsoccer.org.

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2017 MSYSA 101 Beginner Academy & Goal Keeper Academy Registration is Now Open for Spring and Summer!

Registration for the MSYSA 101 Beginner Academy & Goal Keeper Academy is now open for the 2017-18 seasons. Players born in the 2006, 2007, 2008 and 2009 birth years are eligible to register for the 101 Beginner Academy. Player born in the 2001 to 2006 birth years are eligible to register for the MSYSA Goal Keeper Academy.

About the 101 Beginner Academy The MSYSA ODP 101 Beginner Academy is designed to provide additional training opportunities to competitive/travel players seeking new challenges and to help identify the level of youth soccer players within Michigan. Training will be focused on developing the player s technical, tactical, physical and psycho-social ability through the MSYSA s ODP age appropriate player curriculum. For program dates, times and locations please click here.

Pricing is as follows: Full Year, $300; Half Year, $175; Summer Only, $100.

Regional Locations: Ann Arbor, Canton, East Lansing, Royal Oak, Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Chesterfield.

About the Goal Keeper Academy To provide a professional training environment for youth goalkeepers from around Michigan. Training will be focused on developing the goalkeepers through the MSYSA s ODP age appropriate curriculum. This program will also be used to help identify and select goalkeepers to join the ODP training pools. For program dates, times and locations please click here.

Pricing is as follows: Half Year, $175; Spring or Summer Only, $100 Regional Locations: Grand Rapids, East Lansing, Canton and Royal Oak. Click Here To Register For The MSYSA 101 Beginner Academy l Click Here To Register For The MSYSA Goalkeeper Academy

For additional information please visit the MSYSA website at www.michiganyouthsoccer.org or contact the MSYSA State Office at stateoffice@michiganyouthsoccer.org.

About Michigan State Youth Soccer Association The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (MSYSA) is a nonprofit organization that represents over 90,000 youth soccer players, 10,000+ coaches, and 6,000+ referees throughout Michigan. MSYSA consists of a vast number of leagues that register players (boys and girls) from ages 4 through 19 throughout the state. MSYSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association and the United States Soccer Federation. For more information on MSYSA, visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org. Follow MSYSA on: Facebook Twitter YouTube Winter Guide 8

MSYSA Announces Recreational Grant Recipients for the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Dinner The 2018 MSYSA Awards Ceremony & Dinner will be held on Friday, March 9, 2018 in Midland Michigan at the H Hotel. MSYSA will present the following MSYSA member organizations with grants to assist them with their recreational soccer programs. MSYSA congratulates the member organizations listed below on being selected to receive a grant.

MSYSA Recreational Grant Recipients St. Claire Shores Youth Soccer (East District) Enhancing their existing recreational program to further grow soccer in their area.

CW3 Soccer Association (Central District) Clawson Youth Soccer (Central District) Further expand and operate the Clawson Soccer TOPSoccer program.

Alma PAL (North District) Purchasing soccer equipment (goals, nets, etc.) for their recreational soccer fields.

Oakridge Soccer Club (West District) Purchasing soccer equipment (goals, nets, etc.) for their recreational soccer fields.

OV United Soccer Club (West District) Field improvements to their existing recreational soccer fields.

Redford Soccer Club (Southwest District) Enhancing and grow the indoor recreational soccer program within the club and Milan Youth Soccer (Southwest District) Field improvements to their existing recreational soccer fields, end of season recreational team tournament for teams within the club and community outreach to provide recreational program information to local schools.

Novi Parks & Rec (Southwest District) Purchasing soccer equipment (goals, nets, etc.) for their recreational soccer fields and Traverse Bay Area Youth Soccer (North District) Enhancing and expanding the TBAYS recreational development program within their Association.

Saline Soccer Club (Southwest District) Development of recreational coach training program for their recreational offerings.

Coopersville Soccer Club (West) Purchasing soccer equipment (goals, nets, etc.) for their recreational soccer fields.

Ludington Soccer Club (West) Field improvements to their existing recreational soccer fields.

About Michigan State Youth Soccer Association The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (MSYSA) is a nonprofit organization that represents over 90,000+ youth soccer players, 12,000+ coaches, and 8,000+ referees throughout Michigan. MSYSA consists of a vast number of leagues that register players (boys and girls) from ages 4 through 19 throughout the state. MSYSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association and the United States Soccer Federation. For more information on MSYSA, visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org. Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Vimeo Foursquare

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Member Update: U.S. Soccer Grassroots Licensing Courses U.S. Soccer and Michigan State Youth Soccer Association are pleased to announce the launching of four new in-person Grassroots License Courses as well as US Soccer’s updated ‘D’ License Course. Each of these educational opportunities is hosted

by U.S. Soccer member organizations and tailored around the four new Grassroots game models: 4v4, 7v7, 9v9, and 11v11. These course options will offer coaches the chance to learn more about how to develop a player-centered approach to coaching.

Spanning 4-hours in length, each in-person Course consists of both classroom and field-based sessions. Coaches will learn more about U.S. Soccer’s Coaching Education Philosophy, Play-Practice-Play Methodology and the Six Tasks of a Grassroots Coach, amongst other topics. The newly revamped ‘D’ License is a culmination of all four game models and an extension of the Grassroots courses. After completion of the course, coaches will have the knowledge and tools to positively impact their player and the environment in which they interact.

“Grassroots is where soccer begins. It is these early experiences that spark a child’s love for the game. As a parent or coach, these courses will help further improve those experiences,” said U.S. Soccer Director of Coaching Education, Nico Romeijn. “If you are completely new to coaching or the game of soccer, this is a tremendous opportunity to further your knowledge of how to teach children to learn and love the game. For the experienced coach or former player, this is an opportunity to provide a more structured approach based on the needs of the players. In both cases, the focus is on the player and how to ensure that player is able to learn, grow and have fun playing soccer.”

Together with U.S. Soccer, the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) is committed to improving the experience and level of our players through empowering coaches with low barrier and easily accessible education.

“MSYSA is excited to offer US Soccer’s grassroots coaching education courses in Michigan,” said Thomas Faro, MSYSA Executive Director. “US Soccer’s updated platform for coaches at the grassroots level is focused on continued growth and development of our coaches and players.”

Grassroots Course Schedule March 11, 2018 (Grand Rapids, MI) 9v9 l 8am-12pm l $70 l Register Here 11v11 l 1pm-5pm l $70 l Register Here March 24, 2018 (Fenton, MI) 9v9 l 8am-12pm l $70 l Register Here 11v11 l 1pm-5pm l $70 l Register Here Course registration closes two weeks prior to the course start date or when the course is full (max candidates per course is 30). For additional information regarding schedule, pricing and availability, please visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org or visit the US Soccer Digital Coaching Center for course listings.

HELPFUL INFORMATION Five Things to Know About the Grassroots Pathway Coaching Initiative Five Things to Know About the U.S. Soccer Introduction to Grassroots Coaching Module U.S. Soccer Begins Launch of New Grassroots Coaching Pathway with Cost-Free Introductory Module U.S. Soccer Coaching Education Department Announces Grassroots Pathway Initiative Five Things to Know About U.S. Soccer Player Development Initiatives

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MSYSA Coaching Education Course Announcement Whether you are a novice coach, premier coach or wanting to become involved in the coaching side of soccer, MSYSA has courses available for you to register for.

United States Soccer Federation Coaching Education Courses March 11, 2018 (Grand Rapids) l 8am-12pm l 9v9 l $70 l Register Here March 11, 2018 (Grand Rapids) l 1pm-5pm l 11v11 l $70 l Register Here  March 24, 2018 (Fenton) l 8am-12pm l 9v9 l $70 l Register Here  March 24, 2018 (Fenton) l 1pm-5pm l 11v11 l $70 l Register Here April 6-July 1, 2018 (Pontiac) l D Course l $325 (Member) $350 (Non-MSYSA Member) l Register Here  July 27-August 3 & October 27-29, 2018 (Pontiac) l C Course l $1,595 l Register Here  

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Course registration closes two weeks prior to course start date or until course is full (Grassroots courses max is 30, D & C courses are 36 candidates). Please to visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org or https://dcc.ussoccer.com/ for additional course listings.

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Other Coaching Education Opportunities in Michigan March 20, 2018 (Livonia) l 9:30am-3:00pm l Symposium, Guest Speaker, Dr. John Cone, Fit for 90 Founder l $65 l Register Here (Limited to 100 coaches)  Free In-Services for Direct Member Organizations of MSYSA l E-mail doc@michiganyouthsoccer.org to schedule

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MSYSA to host U.S. Soccer Federation C License Coaching Education Course The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association is pleased to announce the hosting of a United States Soccer Federation C License Course in Pontiac, Michigan July 27-August 3, 2018 (first phase), October 27-29, 2018 (second phase) and April 6, 2019 (retest). The course field and classroom sessions will be conducted at the Ultimate Soccer Arenas located at 867 S Blvd. E, Pontiac Michigan 48341. Host hotel information will be released shortly. The host hotel is at the Courtyard Marriott, 3555 Centerpoint Pkwy., Pontiac, MI 48341. The room rate is $108/night and rooms must be secured by July 6, 2018. When making reservations, reference US Soccer Coaching Course.

The cost to register for this course is $1,595 per candidate. Please click here to register for the US Soccer C License Course.

Registration is now open! Registration for this course ends once the course is full. (Max candidate limit is 36 candidates) Register at https://dcc.ussoccer.com/courses/available/4/details/1585/!

Course Description: The National C License course is designed to introduce concepts that are targeted toward coaching players ages 15-18.

The course focus is on getting coaches to think about, discuss, and recognize the recurring concepts or themes that exist in soccer. Candidates will be challenged to find ways to offer constructive guidance to players while also allowing players to experience the game for themselves. A primary emphasis in the National C License course is the close relationship between technique and tactics. In this course, techniques and tactics will be addressed together. In practice field sessions and the final field exam, the candidate is required to address the impact that technique has on tactics.

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Three (3) General Goal for the National C License Course: To prepare coaches to better recognize problems and solutions as they occur in the run of play and to communicate this information to their players; 2. To create rich soccer environments that allow players to grow, and 3. To provide a foundation for any coach wishing to pursue higher levels within US Soccer s Coaching Education program.

The National C license course will also provide a foundation in the following areas: tactics, technique, methods of coaching and issues in youth player development, some of which have been introduced in the D license course, and will be expanded upon in the National B and National A license courses. These include, but are not limited to, the following objectives:  Observe and identify the technical & tactical demands of the game  Focus on the application of technique & small group tactics in games up to 9v9 to full size goals  Organize, develop & implement appropriate training sessions to correct and reinforce the demands of the game  Recognize soccer problems and offer appropriate technical and tactical guidance to the players  Develop a better understanding of the responsibilities of coaching NOTE: The National ͚C͛ license course is now split into two meetings. Both meetings will be held at the same location. All candidates must attend both meetings and cannot transfer between different national courses.

Cancellation Policy Date Amount Deducted Registration

25% Tuition

8 weeks out (6/1/18)

50% Tuition

6 weeks out (6/15/18)

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4 weeks out (6/29/18)

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Course Registration is Now Open l Register Now! 2017/18 MSYSA Director’s Academy Information Pursuant to Director͛s Academy Rule 7.D., The rostered head coach for every team participating in Director͛s Academy must attend at least one (1) MSYSA approved coaching education event. A portion, to be determined by MSYSA, will be provided to clubs to help subsidize the cost of attendance.

About Michigan State Youth Soccer Association The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (MSYSA) is a nonprofit organization that represents over 90,000+ youth soccer players, 10,000+ coaches, and 8,000+ referees throughout Michigan. MSYSA consists of a vast number of leagues that register players (boys & girls) from ages 4-19 throughout the state. MSYSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association and the US Soccer Federation. For more information on MSYSA, visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org.

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MSYSA Coaching Symposium returns with guest speaker, Dr. John Cone, Founder of Fit for 90 The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association is pleased to announce that this year s Coaching Symposium, with Dr. John Cone, will take place at the Marriott Hotel in Livonia, Michigan on Tuesday, March 20, 2018. Coaches from around the State as well as coaches who are participating in the MSYSA Director s Academy Program are encouraged to register. Coaches will receive information on various player development topics as well as participate in classroom sessions. MSYSA s guest clinician is Dr. John Cone, who will help provide additional education to our members.

The cost to register for this Symposium is $65. (Symposium capacity is limited to 100 coaches) Registration is now open! Please click here to register for the MSYSA Coaching Symposium or go to https://www.gotsport.com/forms/open/form.asp?FormID=2074.

About Dr. John Cone, Fit For 90 Dr. John Cone is the founder and CEO of Fit For 90, www.fitfor90.com. He has experience both playing and coaching at the college and professional level. John has extensive experience as a sports scientist, coach, and educator that gives him the unique ability to bridge the worlds of science and sport. He holds the USSF A license, is a certified strength and conditioning coach (CSCS), is the only American holder of the esteemed FA Fitness Trainers Award (2004), and has logged over 100 seasons as a soccer-specific periodization and sports science expert. In addition to his work through Fit For 90, John is also a Coach Educator for U.S. Soccer and works exclusively with coaches on the B, A, Academy Director and Professional Licenses. Fit for 90 has a team of amazing developers that help to deliver the worlds best software to maximize performance in sport. Visit www.fitfor90.com for more information.

Symposium Agenda Location: Detroit Marriott Livonia, 17100 Laurel Park Drive North, Livonia, Michigan 48152.

Meeting Room: Marriott Meeting Room, Salon A & B (Click for Meeting Room Layout) Topic: Physical Periodization for youth soccer players and its implementation for youth coaches Day & Date: Tuesday, March 20, 2018 Check In: 9:30am-10:00am Classroom: 10:00am-3:00pm, along with a break for Lunch This symposium is an approved coaching education event and may be used to help satisfy the Director͛s Academy coaching education requirements. As a reminder, clubs do receive a portion of their Director͛s Academy entry fees back to help subsidize the costs of coaching education event provided that all club requirements are met.

The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. (MSYSA) is a nonprofit organization that represents over 89,000+ youth soccer players, 12,000+ coaches, and 8,000+ referees throughout Michigan. MSYSA consists of a vast number of leagues that register players (boys and girls) from ages 4 through 19 throughout the state. MSYSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association and the United States Soccer Federation. For more information on MSYSA, visit www.michiganyouthsoccer.org. www.michiganyouthsoccer.org Facebook Twitter YouTube LinkedIn Vimeo Foursquare Instagram Tumblr Pinterest

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2018 Winter Guide Official 2018 & 2019 MSYSA Tryout Date Released Mark your calendars! Tryouts in 2018 may not commence any earlier than Saturday, June 16, 2018 and June 15, 2019!

2016-17 MSYSA Programming Changes Read

Enhance Your Soccer Experience with MSYSA s O li e Educational Modules for FREE!

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Statement on US Soccer Changes Click to read more US Soccer Player Development Initiatives US Soccer Player Development Initiatives Q&A US Soccer Birth Year Age Chart MSYSA Partners with SRUSA MSYSA is pleased to announce our relationship with SRUSA, a company with a proven history of placing players into scouting opportunities for college coach recruitment and exposure. Read ore…

Advertising Opportunities are available with MSYSA Read ore…

Admin. Workshop Presentations Please mark your calendars are the 2018 MSYSA Admin. Workshop is scheduled for Saturday, November 10, 2018 at the Livonia, Marriott Hotel and Conference Center.

Interested in becoming a soccer referee? Click here to find out how you can get involved as a registered US Soccer Federation Referee Today!

US Soccer Recognize to Recover Program US Soccer released a concussion awareness video presentation continued on page 2 INSIDE THIS ISSUE 21

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relating to concussion signs and symptoms and return instructions. Watch the Video Here League Registration MSYSA league registration reminder for the spring 2017 season is March 25 (80% of prior year with payment) and April 25 (Balance with data and payment). For assistance, please contact the MSYSA State Office.

Guest Players It s that ti e of the year agai to participate in tournaments and be invited to guest play with friends from other teams! Make sure you complete your guest player passcard form early to avoid delays! More info here‌ Coaching Education In-Services Each MSYSA Member Organization is eligible to receive up to three hours of free educatio fro MSYSA s Coachi g Educatio Staff!

Schedule your in-service today by clicking here!

US Soccer Digital Coaching Center You can now take your US Soccer Grassroots License Online! Visit the US Soccer Digital Coaching Center to start today!

Deadline to Apply is 3/30/18!

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Watch & Replay State Cup Finals on MSYSA s YouTube Page!

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Replay the 2018 MSYSA Fall State Cup Finals!

U14 Girls

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Michigan Jaguars v. Nationals Soccer

Nationals Soccer v. Michigan Jaguars

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U18 Girls

Nationals Soccer vs. Michigan Jaguars

Midwest United FC v. Michigan Jaguars

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Michigan Jaguars vs. Canton Celtic

Michigan Rush v. Michigan Burn

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2018 Winter Guide RECREATIONAL GRANTS Recreational Grant Any league or club currently affiliated with the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association may apply for a grant. The following are ideas for grant topics, but are, by no means, the only ideas that may be successful; outreach to schools to increase membership, setting up a play day or tournament, long-range-planning process, player/coach handbook, financial software, startup newsletter costs, training equipment, coaching education, web page development, computer, software, etc.

Recreational Tournament Grant Recreational Grants totaling $15,000 will be made for the purpose of enhancing existing recreational soccer tournaments within the State of Michigan. Any recreational tournament currently sanctioned by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association may apply for a grant. Due to the limited nature of the grant monies available, the grants are designed to be small and no grant amount over $3,000 will be awarded. It is anticipated that most grants will be in the $500 range and can consist of certificates, cash or in-kind services.

2019 MSYSA Recreational Grant & Tournament Application (Word Document l PDF)

MSYSA Recreational Grant Package (Recreational Leagues) Recently, the Great Lakes Soccer League, a member organization of MSYSA, ceased operation and expressed their sincerest gratitude to their members, players, parents and the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association. To continue the development and opportunities Great Lakes Soccer League once provided, they've donated recreational funds specific to the betterment of youth recreational soccer in Michigan. Recreational grants totaling $30,000 will be made available for the purpose of enhancing recreational soccer club and leagues within the State of Michigan.

Any league or club currently affiliated with the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association may apply for a grant.

2019 MSYSA Recreational Grant (Recreational Leagues) (Word Document l PDF)

All 2019 MSYSA Recreational Grant Applications are due to the MSYSA State Office on or before October 5, 2018.

MSYSA Recreational Grants MSYSA announces Recreational Grant recipients for the 2018 Awards Ceremony & Dinner! Read more‌

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2018 Winter Guide EVENT & TOURNAMENT LISTING February, 2018 Tournament Sanctioning Deadline l 2.1 Tryout Guide Ad Store Opens l 2.19 March, 2017 Tryout Guide Ad Store Prices Increase l 3.26 League Registration (80%) l 3.25 April, 2017 Tryout Guide Ad Store Closes l 4.2 League Registration (Balance) l 4.25 May, 2018 eZine, Apps and Printed Tryout Guides Launched (Early, May) Sponsored: Michigan Soccer Classic l 5.25-27.18 Jr. State Cup/State Cup Round of 16/Quarterfinals (Saginaw, MI) l 5.18-20 June, 2018 Jr. State Cup/State Cup Semifinals/Finals (Saginaw, MI) l 6.1-3 July, 2018 Sponsored: Real Madrid Ann Arbor United Camp Link – July 16-19, 2018 MSYSA ODP ID Weekend l July 20-22 August, 2018 League Registration (80%) l 8.25 Sponsored: Michigan Soccer Classic l 8.31-9.2.18 September, 2018 League Registration (Balance) ; 9.25 October, 2018 Fall State Cup (Girls) Semi & Finals 10.12-14 November, 2018 Sponsored: Michigan Soccer Classic (Indoor) l 11.9-11.18 Admin. Workshop (Livonia, MI) l 11.10

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Videos & Resources

Goal Safety (MSYSA Member Organizations & Michigan Referees)

MSYSA Elimination of Heading Video

Effective Immediately, MSYSA has eliminated heading for players U11 and younger. Read Module…

US Soccer Concussion Initiative Statement Read

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Statement on US Soccer Changes Watch the MSYSA Video Presentation on the PDIs & View the Presentation Click to read more, US Soccer Player Development Initiatives, US Soccer Player Development Initiatives Q&A, US Soccer Birth Year Chart

MSYSA Player Development Initiative Video Presentation

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Not playing this summer? Register for the Summer Champions Cup and compete against some of Michigan’s top Clubs.

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2018 Winter Guide The 2018 Michigan Soccer Tryout Guide Ad Stores Opens February 19, 2018!

Visit www.misoccermag.com/ads to order!

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MSYSA CALENDAR OF EVENTS MICHIGAN SOCCER TRYOUT GUIDE AD STORE OPENS FEBRUARY 19, 2018 WWW.MISOCCERMAG.COM `

DR. JOHN CONE, FIT FOR 90 SYMPOSIUM MARCH 20, 2018 TRYOUT GUIDE AD STORE RATES INCREASE MARCH 26, 2018 TRYOUT GUIDE AD STORE CLOSES APRIL 2, 2018 2018 OFFICIAL MSYSA TRYOUT DATE JUNE 16, 2018 2018 MSYSA ODP ID WEEKEND JULY 20-22, 2018 CANTON, MI ANNUAL AWARDS, SCHOLARSHIPS, GRANTS DEADLINE OCTOBER 5, 2018 2019 OFFICIAL MSYSA TRYOUT DATE JUNE 15, 2019 Regional Championships June 21-26, 2019 Saginaw, MI

MSYSA STATE OFFICE 9401 GENERAL DRIVE, SUITE 120 Plymouth, Michigan 48170 (734) 459-6220 I (F) (734) 459-6242 STATEOFFICE@MICHIGANYOUTHSOCCER.ORG EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR I TOM FARO DIR. OF EVENTS I SARAH SHIGUANGO DIR. OF PROGRAMS I JOSH SHERMAN MEMBER SERVICES MANAGER I DANIELLE GUZMAN PROGRAM MANAGER (MSPSP) I TYLER ZBIK ACCOUNTING MANAGER I LORI BEDERKA ADMIN. ASSISTANT I JULIE PEARSON TECHNICAL DIRECTOR I MARK ZATHEY DIR. OF COACHING EDUCATION I PAUL THOMAS WEBSITE: www.michiganyouthsoccer.org MSYSA BOARD OF DIRECTORS PRESIDENT, ROBIN CRAWFORD VICE PRESIDENT, ANDREW KLACZKIEWICZ TREASURER, MIKE POULOS RECORDING SECRETARY, SAM CRABTREE MSPSP CHAIR, WENDY ZIELEN REC. DIRECTOR, DAN MCEVILLY MSA REP. (ADULT), GERHARD MENGEL SYRA, RON GROBBEL METRO-SW DIST. COMM., DENISE MOOTE METRO-CENTRAL DIST. COMM., DAVID JAGODZINSKI METRO-EAST DIST. COMM., YVONNE CURTIS NORTH DIST. COMM., BRIAN SCHERZER WEST DIST. COMM., DOUG PRIM NOMINATING COMM. CHAIR, STEVE MCGUIRK

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