#MiMoment eZine

#MIMOMENT MSYSA: Your Stories, Your Moments

MSYSA Launched #MiMoment Social Media Campaign th

In honor of MSYSA’s 40 Anniversary, we’d like to invite you to view the moments that were submitted by members of MSYSA as part of our social media campaign launched in April, 2014 called, #MiMoment. In April 2014, the Michigan State Youth Soccer Association, Inc. announced that it has initiated a targeted grassroots communications campaign. MSYSA wanted to hear from our members on their ‘Moments’ in youth soccer that have been fun, memorable and exciting! The #MiMoment campaign was intended to connect soccer fans, parents, players and coaches from across the state. To further promote youth soccer here in Michigan, and the moments that bring soccer communities together, we want you to share with us your favorite moments during the season with the hashtag #MiMoment via Twitter, Instagram, YouTube or Facebook!

From your first practice, to your first game as a parent to coaching a great game or scoring your first goal, share the special moments with the MSYSA soccer community! If you’d like to instantly support #MiMoment, download the MSYSA #MiMoment app at http://my.yapp.us/73NV63! You can view stories, submit your own stories (with photos), and take interactive polls and more all within the app!

Supporters can also visit the MSYSA #MiMoment Page and view additional stories and #MiMoment tags instantly!

You may also upload your moments (with photo and video) through the MSYSA website!

‘Our sport is so great from the friendships that evolve over the years to the sense of community it promotes. There are many special moments and stories out there that we are not aware of. We want to hear about them and we want to share them!’ said Tom Faro, Executive Director of MSYSA. ‘The #Mimoment campaign is about celebrating special stories and moments with others.’

Be sure to check out at MSYSA Touraments and Events photo booths with MSYSA logos and tournament logos to take photos and submit online using the hashtag #MiMoment! Remember, supporters can send personalized stories, team cheers, or ‘best of luck’ wishes directly to their favorite player, coach or team by using the hasttag #MiMoment or by visiting www.michiganyouthsoccer.org. From small details to spectacular achievements, let’s tell everyone what #MiMoment is!

This special online edition of the #MiMoment campaign will provide you with submitted stories, pictures, moments and more! We encourage you to share this special MSYSA online publication of #MiMoment with other soccer enthusiasts!

Table of Contents WELCOME LETTER ......................................................................................................................................................... 2 #MIMOMENT SUBMISSIONS ................................................................................................................................... 4-­‐38 ADDITIONAL MEDIA & CONTENT .......................................................................................................................... 39-­‐40

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#MiMoment Your Stories, Your Moments

"U11 Girls won the Abby Rubenson Cup on 9/28 in double OT and PKs! This was an extra special victory since Abby was on their team and they lost her this summer to cancer.

This picture shows their tough side!"

View the MSYSA #MiMoment Promotional Video!

A Special Thank You To MSYSA Sponsors & Partners!

MSYSA Celebrates 40th Anniversary!

The Michigan State Youth Soccer Association will celebrate its 40th anniversary in 2016, marking a strong commitment to fostering the physical, mental and emotional growth and development of Michigan’s youth through the sport of soccer at all levels of age and competition. “The Association is stronger now than ever and it is due to a strong membership that’s entrusted our leadership,” said Tom Faro, MSYSA Executive Director. “I am pleased to be part of such a historic Association that continues to look forward and grow the game in Michigan!”

For 40 years, MSYSA programs, events, tournaments and services continue to grow and add excitement at every level of the game. Below is an overview of accomplishments, by the numbers, MSYSA has achieved:

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$117,737 awarded in recreational grants and college scholarships since 2001 90,000+ Players 10,000+ Coaches 838+ Volunteers involved with MSYSA’s member organizations 400+ Clubs 300+ TOPSoccer Players 100+ Soccer Across America Players 90+ Leagues 56 Regional Championship Winners 40 Annual General Meetings 16 National Championship Winners 14 Board of Directors 11th largest State Association (by player registration) 9 Staff Members 5 Kohl’s American Recreational Cup Events 5 MSYSA Districts 3 ODP National Championships 2 Michigan Players awarded the Golden Boot award at ODP Nationals 2 Michigan players drafted into the NWSL in 2016 1 Regional Championship Hosted in Michigan 1 Association

If you have a favorite memory or moment you’d like to share with the Assocaition, please feel free to connect with soccer fans, parents, players and coaches by posting your story using hashtag #Mi40 via Twitter, Instagram, YoutTube or Facebook!