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The Olympic Development Program (ODP) was created in 1977 with a purpose of identifying players of the highest caliber, provide opportunities for high potential players, facilitate their development, and expose them to the next level of their chosen pathway. fee deadlines: march 20 - april 30: $125 may 1 - may 31: $150 june 1 - july 15: $175 july 16 and later: $200*

*if still available

Michigan State Youth Soccer Association 9401 General Drive, Suite 120 Plymouth, Michigan 48170 Office: 734-459-6220

President: Mike Poulos

Thomas K. Faro

Executive Director

TFaro@michiganyouthsoccer.org

Vice-President: Denise Moote

Treasurer: Adam Dixon

Recreation Director: Doug Prim

Recording Secretary: Tina Ramirez

SYRA: Ron Grobbel

MSA Adult League: Gerhard Mengel

Metro East Comm.: Anthony Spica

Metro Central Comm.: Mike Egnotovich

Metro Southwest Comm.: Wendy Zielen

North Comm.: Connie Campbell

West Comm.: Bre Brendsel

Nominating Comm.: Susan Jaske

Executive Director: Tom Faro

Director of Competitions: Sarah Shiguango

Director of Programs: Tyler Zbik

Member Services Manager: Elizabeth Satterley

Director of Operations/Events: Ryan Theisen

Accounting/HR Manager: Maleesha Appuhmilage

Marketing & Comm. Coordinator Emma Lennig

Program Manager: Julie Pearson

Technical Director: Mark Zathey

Director of Coaching Education: Paul Thomas

Michigan Soccer Magazine is published periodically by the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, 9401 General Drive, Plymouth, MI 48170.

www.michiganyouthsoccer.org

A MEMO FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR THOMAS FARO

Dear Members:

MSYSA had (2) National Champions last summer! Congratulations to the Nationals Union 17G team and to the Michigan Rangers 19G team! MSYSA also had a National President’s Cup Champion with the Detroit City FC South Oakland team finishing on top.

MSYSA acknowledges that the tryout/team commitment process can be a stressful time for players and parents. Our sport remains quite popular and there are many different platforms and pathways to consider. Making decisions on what club/league to participate with can be challenging. Keep in mind that some league platforms require a great deal of investment, travel, and offer varying player pathways.

A few things to consider; what are you and your athlete willing to invest (or not) invest? Where are you hoping matches will be played? (e.g., locally, in Michigan, in the Midwest Region, or across the country) What type of coaches are you seeking? (e.g., volunteer coaches, those with licenses, what level of license, etc.) What does a typical training session look like? Will your athlete secure sufficient playing time? How long have existing players been with a team/club? Is a club loyal to its current participants? What is the club culture and environment like? (e.g. talk to others) Will athletes experience enjoyment and occasional downtime? Does the team/club view player development more important than winning? How many matches, tournaments, or showcases are anticipated per season? Does your athlete have an interest in participating in Director’s Academy, Great Lakes Premier League, MSPSP, Junior State Cup, State Cup, President’s Cup, Olympic Development (ODP), or in one of MSYSA MANY affiliated leagues, etc.?

Please know that MSYSA affiliated try-outs may not take place prior to Saturday, June 7, 2025. We encourage you to use this time to do your research on coaches, clubs, and teams. As a reminder, and pursuant to MSYSA rules, once you make a commitment to a team/club on or after June 7, you are committed to that team/club for a full seasonal year.

Should you have any questions, please contact the MSYSA State Office.

Sincerely,

Thomas K. Faro Executive Director stateoffice@michiganyouthsoccer.org

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IES FOR PLAYERS AT ALL E GAME, WORK HARD, AND E FOR ALL PLAYERS AND G, RESPONSIBLE TRAVEL

COMPETITIVE TRAVEL TEAMS

Placement Day - Sat. June 7th @ Chelsea High School

Pre-register (preferred) or Sign-up Day Of

Boys and Girls 2006-2017 Fall/Spring Seasons

Technical Training & Goalkeeper Training

Full Winter Futsal Development Program

SUMMER CAMP AUGUST 4TH-8TH

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

Ages 5-11: 9am - 1pm

Ages 12+: 1pm- 3pm

Structured Skill Development Fun games & tournament play Camper T-shirt All Levels Welcome

4v4 House League

Boys and Girls 2018-2019 6-game season commitment

Two days per week

Local Practices/Games (No Travel) All Levels Welcome

TRYOUTS JUNE 7 AND 8

CONCORDIA STADIUM

CRUSH SUMMER CAMPS

JUN JUL AUG 2025

CRUSH ADVANTAGE

• Professional USSF Licensed Coaches

• High School and College Coaches

• Current and Former ODP Coaches

• Relentless Pursuit of Excellence

• Outstanding Outcomes

CRUSH PATHWAY TO SUCCESS

• Partners with Breidablik / Iceland

• Partners with Dutch Soccer School

• Partners with Coerver Coaching

• College and Pro Pathway Program

CRUSHING IT SINCE 2005

CRUSH started 20 years ago with 1 team. Today we field more than 20 travel teams and serve more than 500 Players.

PREODP 2015

SATURDAY JUNE 21, 2025

INDEPENDENCE PARK CANTON, MICHIGAN

FIRST SESSION: 9-10:30 AM

SECOND SESSION: 1-2:30 PM

MORE INFORMATION:

Follow QR Code for detailed schedule. For questions : Email:DOC@gardencitysoccer.com

CHECK US OUT: OPEN WORKOUTS

Garden City Rotary Park - 32465 Marquette St June 3rd, 4th & 5th - 6pm - 8pm

Boys Premier: 2009

Girls Premier: 2011 & 2012

Boys Select: 2017, 2016, 2015, 2014, 2012

Girls Select: HSO, 2012, 2014, 2015, 2017

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2025-2026 TRYOUTS: JUNE 7 & 8

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

Exact

COED. AGES 6-13. ALL SKILLS. SUMMER ’25

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ELITE DEVELOPMENT PLAYERS OVER PROFIT

DATES 6/7 & 6/8

Developing today’s youth soccer players ... Preparing tomorrow’s young adults!

SOCCER WAZA Summer Camp

Total Soccer Farmington

22777 Farmington Rd, Farmington MI

Soccer Waza Summer Camp provides a fun environment where kids can work with experienced coaches, learn and practice new soccer skills. Camp consists of three separate 5-day sessions Monday-Friday. Campers can attend for a half or full day. All camps will include soccer skills, activities, and games where kids can play and learn!

General Itinerary:

8:45am sign-in/attendance 9:00am warm-up

9:30am technical work/goalkeeper training

10:30am small-sided games

11:30am shoot out

Noon: lunch/ 1/2 campers picked up

12:30pm warm up/break into teams

1:00-2:45 pm Street Soccer/Gaga Ball/ Foam & Water Events

3:00pm pick-up

Week 1 July 7-11 l Week 2 July 14-18 l Week 3 July 21-25 Register online at wazafc.com/register

Cost

$235 full days 9am-3pm

$185 1/2 days 9am-noon (includes Camp T-Shirt) 2025 Camp Date Options

https://rara.activityreg.com/selectactivity_t2.wcsCome to Borden Park's world class soccer fields for the Michigan Soccer Classic Tournaments - offering the charms of downtown Rochester & Metro Detroit Attractions. We welcome U7-U19 (boys, girls and coed) local, out-of-state & Canadian recreation, school & select teams! Our Winter location is at Oakland Yard, 5328 Highland Rd. Waterford MI 48327, www.oaklandyard.com. Food & refreshments available. Latest LED lighting & warmest domes in Michigan!

Not enough players on your team? You can create your own team through club pass carding or Tournament only roster! Players can roster on more than one team!

Coach more than one team? We will schedule your games so there are no conflicts.

Memorial May 23-25, 2025

Labor Day Aug, 29-31, 2025

U7/U8 4v4 $525

U7/U8/U9/U10 7v7 $675

U11/12 9v9 $750

U13-U19 11v11 $775

Indoor November 7-9, 2025

U6/U7/U8 4v4 $550

U7/U8/U9/10 7v7 $699 U11-U19 9v9 $775

TKO Premier SC Tryouts

2025-2026 Season

Southwest Michigan’s finest soccer experience since 1983.TKO Premier SC provcides a development environment for all levels. Out u9-u19 boys and girls compete in WMYSA. MI Directors Academy, MSPSP and NLC Leagues.

www.tkopremier.org