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6 CANADA PREPARING TO PEAK FOR 2015 WOMEN’S WORLD CUP BY STEVEN SANDOR 10 TORONTO FC 2014 SEASON PREVIEW BY ARMEN BEDAKIAN 12 FUTSAL EXPANDING ACROSS CANADA BY KRIS FERNANDES 14 SOCCER FITNESS GOLS BY RICHARD BUCCIARELLI

16 PERSEVERANCE THE KEY TO SUCCESS BY LES JONES, COVERSHOTS INC. 58 Excerpts from “SOCCER: Canada’s National Game” By Les Jones, Covershots Inc. 59 NEW TEAM? EVALUATE THEN PLAN YOUR PRE-SEASON BY DAVE KENNY 62 TOP 10 WORLD CUP PREDICTIONS BY ARMEN BEDAKIAN

News Editor Joe Duarte

Senior Staff Writers Bob Koep, Kris Fernandes, Mike Toth

Website Operations Susan Elliott: Marketing and Content Steve Smiley, RGD: Art Direction Zsolt Fazekas: Design & Technical

Contributing Writers Armen Bedakian, Richard Bucciarelli, Laoghan Hendra, Les Jones – Covershots Inc., Dave Kenny, Mike Kenny, Tokunbo Ojo, Judy Rauliuk – Covershots Inc., Steven Sandor

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John Herdman and the women’s national team will play friendlies in Vancouver, Edmonton and Winnipeg against marquee opposition in preparation for the 2015 Women’s World Cup.

CANADA PREPARING to Peak for By Steven Sandor

2015 Women’s World Cup Photographs Courtesy of the Canadian Soccer Association

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After FIFA confirmed it had won the right to host the 2015 Women’s World Cup, the Canadian Soccer Association promised that leading up to the big event, the women’s national side would play a series of friendlies against marquee opposition in the host cities. Moncton has already got a ChinaCanada match; Edmonton got a South Korea-Mexico game; Vancouverites got the chance to see Canada face Mexico at BC Place. While these were important encounters at World Cup sites, they certainly didn’t have the wow factor of Canada’s friendly at Toronto’s BMO Field — a non-World Cup venue — that saw the U.S. women’s national side come to town. But, in 2014, Vancouver, Edmonton and Winnipeg will all get a chance to host the biggest women’s national sides on the planet. If you asked the average Canadian women’s soccer follower to name the three most attractive road attractions — that person would likely list off the Olympic champion United States, the World Cup holders and Olympic silver medalists from Japan and the European power, Germany. They are all part of an ambitious program of friendlies that the Canadian Soccer Association announced early in 2014, as it tries to build hype for those matches and fill the respective stadiums. Canada will face the U.S. May 8 in Winnipeg, and then take on the Germans June 18 at BC Place. On Oct. 25, the Canadians will take on Japan at Edmonton’s Commonwealth Stadium and the teams will meet again Oct. 28 at BC Place. “It’s a great test,” said women’s national-team coach John Herdman. “Throughout 2013, that was a development year, it was an opportunity to start building the team again and looking for new talent. But, 2014, we’re a step closer, so you really have to get the tier-one teams in.” And Herdman said the doubleheader against the Japanese will be key. Canada plays its first two games of

the Women’s World Cup in Edmonton and, if Canada makes it to the semis, Commonwealth would be the host venue, too. “If you want to win a World Cup you have to beat the Japanese,” Herdman said during a junket stop at Edmonton’s City Hall as the Canadian Soccer Association announced the Japan friendlies. “You also have to beat the U.S. And bringing the Japanese to Edmonton, who knows, this could be the semi-final that we might have to play here. You never know, it might be the first game of the tournament. So we have to learn how to beat them in Canada. “This Japanese team is much different than the one of five or six years ago, when Canada was beating them comfortably. They’re a tough team and an exciting team to watch. That’s the beauty of bringing them. You get to see a brand of women’s soccer that you’re not used to seeing in North America. They’re just technically the best.” Canada opened its bronze-medal 2012 Olympic campaign against the Japanese, a 2-1 loss to the World Cup

champs in Coventry, England. Nahomi Kawasumi and Aya Miyama scored for Japan before a Melissa Tancredi effort pulled Canada to within a goal. The first of the two friendlies against Japan will be as much a test for the City of Edmonton as it is for the national teams on the field. A still-freshly renovated BC Place and a new stadium in Winnipeg are ready for the World Cup. But Commonwealth Stadium, built in the late 1970s, is a concrete example of Brutalist architecture that looks like it belongs in postcards from the old Soviet Union rather than the capital of Alberta. Work still needs to be done, from dressingroom renovations to new scoreboards. The local organizing committee is cooperating with the Canadian Football League’s Eskimos and the city’s brass in making sure the changes are made. Last year, the orange plastic seats were removed, and new green and gold seating was placed in the stadium, which holds a little less than 60,000. But, in a stadium that big, even a decent crowd looks tiny. Unless an event draws at least 45,000 fans into Commonwealth Stadium, you won’t be able to help but notice the empty seats. And that was the case in 2013, when Canada hosted South Korea on a cold October night. Herdman admitted he was disappointed that just 12,500 fans showed up to see the Koreans face the Canadians. But, there were some mitigating circumstances. The game was scheduled for the night before Halloween. And it was a weeknight — and late From left to right: Councillor Ben Henderson - City of Edmonton, Stephanie Labbe - Women’s National Team member, MLA Steve Young Government of Alberta and John Herdman – head coach InsideSOCCER 7

Christine Sinclair fights for possession as Canada hosts Korea Republic in Edmonton late in 2013. October nights in Edmonton are cold. Subzero temperatures are common. Questions were raised in the Edmonton soccer community: Why wasn’t the game scheduled as a weekend matinee? This time around, the Canadian Soccer Association looks to have learned from its scheduling gaffe. The game against Japan will be on a weekend afternoon; in late October, there’s a big swing in temperature between afternoon and night, so the crowd should be boosted by warmer conditions. But, no matter if the national team plays friendlies in Edmonton, Winnipeg or Vancouver, it is clear the stakes have been raised. The best opponents that the Canadian Soccer Association could possibly hand-pick are all coming to this country in 2014. And Herdman knows it is now about managing the team. He has to transform the women’s program from a quick rebuilding project to one that’s ramping up, getting better month after month — and ready to peak when the Women’s World Cup opens at Commonwealth Stadium. “Some of it is an art and a science. You have to be really careful with the physiological preparation and the mental development of the players. But, look — 8 March/April 2014

winning is important, and getting some wins under our belts against those (elite) teams will be crucial,” he explains. “You’ve got to know going into that event (the World Cup) that you can beat those teams. So we want to play top teams this year to get a sense of where we are, of where is the gap and of how big is the gap, so we can close it.”

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Desiree Scott steals the ball from Heather O’Reilly in Texas on January 31, 2014

TORONTO FC

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TORONTO FC 2014

SEASON PREVIEW Photographs by Les Jones – Covershots Inc.

Anyone who has been keeping up with Toronto FC during the offseason has had plenty of news to digest, and for good reason: this year, with Tim Bezbatchenko and Tim Leiweke running the club, Toronto FC has pulled off many a masterstroke in player acquisitions. First came Gilberto, a leading striker from Brazil’s Serie A, who joined Toronto FC as a Designated Player. Then came the biggest story of the offseason: the double-blockbuster

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Designated Player signings of Jermain Defoe and Michael Bradley, to the tune of a whopping $100 million over the course of the next few years. The news of Defoe and Bradley, already such huge signings,

was matched within weeks when the club picked up Brazilian international goalkeeper Julio Cesar on loan. Another loan-in was Bradley Orr, a right fullback from Blackburn who linked up with his friend Steven Caldwell, the TFC captain. On the local front, Toronto FC drafted well, picking up Nick Hagglund and Dan Lovitz and signing the two to contracts. The club also traded for All-Star left fullback Justin Morrow, F.C. Dallas’ fiery Brazilian, Jackson, and sent Matias Laba to the Vancouver Whitecaps. To wrap this busy offseason up with the best present possible, Toronto FC also re-signed hometown hero Dwayne De Rosario. “Dwayne was my old captain when I first signed,” Doneil Henry told InsideSOCCER Magazine during the

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team’s media day event at the KIA Training Grounds. “Dwayne is an exceptional player, I’m happy to have him back home. Between Dwayne and Julian de Guzman, they’re probably my two favourite players on the national team.” With plenty of new faces on the team, the younger players on the squad are more than excited to get the season going. For midfielders like Jonathan Osorio and Jeremy Hall, the chance to play alongside a player like Michael Bradley is almost hard to believe at first. “It’s funny because he was here with Roma and I didn’t think anything of him coming back to MLS at any time, playing with a club like that, at a level like that and in the prime of his career,” Hall said. “I didn’t have any idea he was coming to the league but to have him is awesome, a world class player and a general in midfield.” Last season, Toronto FC marginally improved over its tumultuous 2012 season, picking up only one more win (6-17-11) but drawing more games. With added quality across the pitch, fans and players alike are expecting more wins in the 2014 season. “There’s so much potential here,” Kyle Bekker said. “I think we were waiting for someone to come and get everything together and I think we have those guys in place now. “ “We have to get used to the idea of winning,” Bekker continued. “Hopefully we can go in and know how to win.” While much of the Toronto FC core has remained in place from last season, a few new MLS regulars are raring to go with their new club. Morrow, who spent last season with the San Jose Earthquakes, sees Toronto FC as a chance at making history. “I want to be a part of the first Toronto FC team to make the playoffs,” Morrow said. “I think we have the quality here to do that. I’m hoping to bring some experience and some leadership to the team.” “I know Toronto FC has always been a club that’s committed to winning so I was excited to be a part of that and help the

team grow,” Morrow added. During the 2014 MLS SuperDraft, Toronto FC made a statement move, swapping the 16th overall pick with the Philadelphia Union to move up to spot #10 and draft Nick Hagglund from Xavier. “It was a complete surprise,” Hagglund said. “I knew Toronto was interested but I didn’t know they were that interested. I hope to live up to that, for sure.” “I’m ready to grow,” Hagglund continued. “I’m ready, if I have to step on the field, to meet that challenge. You only grow when you have challenges set before you, so I’m ready to do that.” Some players, like Julio Cesar, Defoe and Bradley, are expected to join their respective national teams (Brazil, England and the United States) for the FIFA World Cup in the summer. This means players like Joe Bendik will have a chance to practice alongside World Cup quality players. “When you look around the league, it’s such a unique opportunity and situation where you have somebody my age and Julio Cesar who still has a couple of years to play,” Bendik said. “[Julio Cesar’s] going to play in the World Cup – to learn from that is going to be incredible.” So, how will Toronto FC perform in the 2014 season? With Julio Cesar and Joe Bendik as options between the posts, goalkeeping should not be an issue for Toronto FC. Rarely do clubs in MLS have two starting quality goalkeepers and Toronto FC is certainly lucky in this case. The backline has been reinforced with Orr and Morrow on the flanks, and captain Caldwell and Henry should prove a solid twosome in central defence. Bradley and Osorio are the preferred pair in the middle of the park with Jackson on the right and Rey on the left. Up front, Defoe partners with Gilberto, who has made no secret of his desire to score 25 goals this season. Whether or not Gilberto manages to net 25 times remains to be seen, but with a starting XI like that on paper, the Reds

do look a side capable of at least making the playoffs this season. That’s the goal for Toronto FC. Anything less will be cause for extreme levels of concern. A safe prediction for the season is a third-place finish in the Eastern Conference and a spot in the MLS postseason for the squad. It will take at least 15 wins out of 34 games to do so. If ever Toronto FC needed to have a breakout year, it’s this one. With Defoe, Bradley and the rest of the new Toronto FC line up now geared up and ready to go, the 2014 season should be an entertaining one for fans of Canada’s first MLS side!

Julio Cesar, Brazil’s #1 goalkeeper, solidifies Toronto FC between the posts

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FUTSAL EXPANDING

ACROSS CAN NEW LEAGUES

Futsal Kingston started in the fall of 2013 after partners Alex Fletcher and Phil Benevides saw the potential of FIFA’s official indoor game for the beautiful eastern Ontario city. Known for its numerous historical buildings, spectacular shipwreck diving, and home to a series of top class post-secondary institutions, Kingston is a sports-crazy city home to over 100,000 residents. After attending the Futsal Canada League Owners and Operators Conference last summer, the two decided to pull the trigger on creating a league that has seen great success in attracting top talent from Kingston and the surrounding area during the inaugural season. The league currently has 10 teams with a fall and winter division — the top teams from each play for the city championship — and a cast of 11 referees who were recently certified The duo has also been working hard with Futsal Canada to host a major National invitational event in early 12 March/April 2014

May, working in partnership with the prestigious Queens University and Tourism Kingston. More information on that will come. At the other end of Lake Ontario lies the working class city of Hamilton, which will play host to the soccer tournament at the 2015 Pan American Games. The Hamilton Futsal League was

recently given the green light by its district and will commence play in the fall of 2014. It was established by Pete Townsend, sadly not the legendary guitarist from The Who, who decided to move forward with the creation of a FIFA rules league after attending the aforementioned conference attended by Kingston’s Fletcher and Benevides.

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The aim is to create an eight team men’s division that would start in November with a focus on starting two youth divisions as well as an eventually being able to offer a women’s program. Townsend hopes to setup a series of events within the city, including a tournament in the Steel City for 2015.

On the college scene A great development coming from the Prairies is the creation of the Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference futsal program. Built in a similar fashion to the Alberta Colleges Athletic Conference, the MCAC program is utilizing a three tournament series for both men’s and women’s varsity teams that will culminate with a championship event in mid-March. The five participating schools are Canadian Mennonite University, Universite de Saint-Boniface, Providence University College, Red River College, and Assiniboine Community College. It’s a massive step forward for the sport as well as a boost to collegiate athletes looking

for a highly competitive winter offering. Meanwhile two doors over, in Alberta, the ACAC continues its strong futsal competition and finishes up its championship tournament at Keyano College in Fort McMurray. The hosts headed into the final weekend of play on top of the table in the men’s division and were looking to win their second consecutive title, while the Medicine Hat Rattlers lead the women’s program ahead of last year’s champions from Lakeland College.

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The pedigree of a conference can often be assessed not just by how many attend but by how far they and the speakers are willing to travel. The University of Toronto’s National Soccer Coaching Conference certainly logged the numbers and the kilometres: This third annual event attracted almost 400 participants, another increase over the previous year. Attendees from British Columbia to Newfoundland and Thunder Bay to North Carolina braved both Toronto’s winter weather (and its equally unpredictable mayor.) While not in the same league, attendance-wise as the NSCAA Conference in Philadelphia, Toronto certainly matched it in quality of presenters while the camaraderie and more social atmosphere were seen as big plusses. There was an all-star list of speakers and they had to make serious efforts to be present: Martin Vasquez flew in, overnight, from California, direct from helping coach

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the US team to victory over South Korea, while FC Edmonton head coach, Colin Miller, came all the way from Alberta. However, the long-distance award went to Dr Juan Pedro Benali, former Sporting Director of Real Racing Santander in Spain and currently running a soccer academy in Abu Dhabi! These were all in addition to Tony Fonseca, Tony Dicicco, Danny Dichio, Kristine Lilly, Marc Dos Santos, Richard Bucciarelli and Isaac Raymond. Also seen in the audience were TV commentator Dick Howard and Vanessa Martinez Lagunas, coach of the Winnipeg Bisons women’s team, both who also happen to be FIFA Instructors. Coaches enthused about the quality of the conference; the distinguished speakers, the coaching demonstrations, the pearls of wisdom imparted and the reminiscences

of the top-level participants. As Ron Smale, president of the OSA commented; “A tremendous conference. It was great to observe coaches networking and sharing best practices. Our athletes are the ones who benefit greatly from initiatives like this.” Colin Miller, former Canadian international and occasional interim national team Coach, was particularly appreciated, discussing the need for a change of culture amongst everyone from parents to clubs to soccer associations. Candace Chapman, still excited about her Olympic bronze medal, talked about the experience as “fun” but described the training as “hardwork,” “relentless” and “exhausting.” While acknowledging that parents are perhaps the biggest limitation to a young player’s development, they agreed that the underlying ingredient for success is dedication and perseverance by both coach and player. Similarly, improved coaching has been identified as the key to Canada’s future soccer success. Events like this and the OSA’s March 23 Coaching Conference certainly make a world of difference.

Martin Vasquez with Varsity Blues players who participated in the on-field demonstrations.

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March 28 - 30: Barry Bauder Memorial Soccer Tournament and Spring Fling Location: Aldergrove United Soccer, 27009 Fraser Highway, Aldergrove, BC, V4W 3E6 Contact: Hilary McRoberts Tel: 604-866-6873 Email: Hilary@firefit.com Website: www.aldergoveunitedsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Men’s and Women’s Eligible Teams: Division 1, Division 2, Division 3, Division 4, Over 35 Entry Fee: $400 Entry Deadline: March 1, 2013

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April 5 – 6: Whitecaps FC Adidas Cup Where: Newton Athletic Park, Surrey BC Email: slenarduzzi@whitecapsfc.com Website: www.whitecapsfc.com/ youth/programs/tournaments/ collegeshowcase Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U12 Eligible Teams: Gold, Silver, Bronze, House, Development Entry Fee: $20 April 11 - 13: NUSC Spring Friendlies Where: Niagara United Soccer Club, P.O. Box 652 Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E-6V5 Contact: Steve Girhiny Email: friendlies@niagaraunitedsoccer.ca

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Website: www.niagaraunitedsoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9, U10, U11 Entry Fee: $325 Entry Deadline: March 28, 2014 Additional Information: The purpose of the NUSC Spring Friendlies is to provide playing opportunities for Club Soccer teams from Canada. The NUSC Spring Friendlies will provide high level competition at a centralized location without the pressures of a tournament format; as a result of this format, no trophies or playoffs are included in these Friendlies. Each team entered will play a minimum of three (3) games. April 12: 9th Annual Kick 4 The Cure Where: Scarborough Soccer Centre, 45 Fairfax Cres, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Jace Prohaska, Tournament Organizer Tel: 416-285-8002 EXT 27 Fax: 416-759-9875 Email: kick4thecure@gmail.com Website: www.kick4thecure.ca Divisions/Age: Women Open Age Eligible Teams: Inter-district, indoor club teams Entry Fee: $275 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: March 4, 2014 Additional Information: The Kick 4 the Cure is a Women’s Indoor Soccer Tournament, where each team competes initially in a round robin, then winners advance to quarters or semi finals and eventually the Championship Game, where both teams are awarded with

Kick 4 the Cure Medals, and team gifts from our sponsor. The Kick 4 The Cure is also a fundraiser for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. In seven years the tournament has generated over $130,000.00 for the Ontario Chapter of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. With the growing effort of participants, who fundraise each year individually and as teams to generate funds for breast cancer research, we have been successful in raising the bar each year as to how much money we have donated. Awareness of the disease is one of the most important factors we wish to accomplish at the K4TC, so each year participants are given gifts which help raise awareness of our battle against Breast Cancer! The Kick 4 The Cure would especially like to thank all of the women who have participated so far, and hope that you will continue to support the tournament! It’s amazing how in one day we can create miracles! April 18: North Mississauga Girls Under 16 and 17 Good Friday Friendlies Where: Wild Water Kingdom Dome Contact: Dean Spokes Email: dean.spokes@gmail.com Website: www.nmsc.net Divisions/Age: Girls U16 – U17 Entry Fee: $600 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: March 1, 2014 April 18 - 20: NUSC Spring Friendlies Where: Niagara United Soccer Club, P.O. Box 652 Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E-6V5 Contact: Steve Girhiny Email: friendlies@niagaraunitedsoccer.ca

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Website: www.niagaraunitedsoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U12 – U13 Entry Fee: $325 Entry Deadline: March 28, 2014 Additional Information: The purpose of the NUSC Spring Friendlies is to provide playing opportunities for Club Soccer teams from Canada. The NUSC Spring Friendlies will provide high level competition at a centralized location without the pressures of a tournament format; as a result of this format, no trophies or playoffs are included in these Friendlies. Each team entered will play a minimum of three (3) games. April 18 - 20: Saanich Fusion Youth Jamboree – Competitive Where: Saanich Fusion FC, PO Box 31109 #314-3980 Shelbourne St. Victoria, BC V8N 6J3 Contact: Meredith Campbell Tel: 250-472-0332 Email: campbelljess6@gmail.com Website: www.saanichfusionfc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U12 – U18 Eligible Teams: Competitive, Metro-Selects League, VIPL, Gold, Silver, Bronze and House Teams Entry Fee: $350 Entry Deadline: April 1, 2014 April 18 - 20: Western Canada Soccer Showcase Where: Dennis Elsom and Mackie Turfs Contact: Western Canada Soccer Showcase Email: wcshowcase@girlscanfootball.com Website: www.westerncanadasoccershowcase.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U12 – U18 Eligible Teams: Metro Entry Fee: $150 Entry Deadline: April 1, 2014 April 19 - 20: Trent University Boys Showcase Where: 31 Thornbury Street, Courtice, Ontario, L1E 2C1 Contact: Bruno Scanga – Trent Men’s Soccer Email: scanga5@sympatico.ca 24 March/April 2014

Website: www.trentu.ca/athletics Divisions/Age: Boys U15 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, competitive club teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club Entry Fee: $700 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: March 1, 2014 April 19 - 20: Cherry Beach Easter Weekend Invitational Tournament Where: Cherry Beach Soccer Club – 67 Berkeley Street, Toronto, M5A 2W5 Contact: John Hendriks Tel: 416-367-4358 Email: info@cherrybeachsoccer.ca Website: www.cherrybeachsoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U17 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, competitive club teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 50 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 April 19 - 20: Cherry Beach Easter Weekend Mini Festival Where: Cherry Beach Soccer Club – 67 Berkeley Street, Toronto, M5A 2W5 Contact: John Hendriks Tel: 416-367-4358 Email: info@cherrybeachsoccer.ca Website: www.cherrybeachsoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U10, U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 50 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 April 25 – 27: First on the Turf Where: University of Guelph and Guelph Soccer 50 Stone Rd. East, Guelph, ON, N1G 0C3 Contact: Barb Mayes Tel: 519-824-2199 Email: barb.mayes@guelphsoccer.ca Website: www.firstonturf.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U17 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Competitive Club Teams, Senior Competitive Club Entry Fee: $495 Number of Teams: 40 Entry Deadline: April 13, 2014

April 25 - 27: NUSC Spring Friendlies Where: Niagara United Soccer Club, P.O. Box 652 Niagara Falls, Ontario L2E-6V5 Contact: Steve Girhiny Email: friendlies@niagaraunitedsoccer.ca Website: www.niagaraunitedsoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U15, U16 Entry Fee: $325 Entry Deadline: March 28, 2014 Additional Information: The purpose of the NUSC Spring Friendlies is to provide playing opportunities for Club Soccer teams from Canada. The NUSC Spring Friendlies will provide high level competition at a centralized location without the pressures of a tournament format; as a result of this format, no trophies or playoffs are included in these Friendlies. Each team entered will play a minimum of three (3) games. April 26: First on the Turf Where: University of Guelph and Guelph Soccer 50 Stone Rd. East, Guelph, ON, N1G 0C3 Contact: Barb Mayes Tel: 519-824-2199 Email: barb.mayes@guelphsoccer.ca Website: www.firstonturf.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, 10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Club Development Entry Fee: $175 Number of Teams: 24 Entry Deadline: April 13, 2014

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May 3 - 4: Trent University Girls Showcase Where: 1600 West Bank Dr., Peterborough, ON K9J 7B8 Contact: Joe Muldoon Tel: 905-728-1023 Email: jmuldoon@trentu.ca Website: www.trentu.ca/athletics Divisions/Age: Girls U15 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club Entry Fee: $700 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: February 15, 2014 May 3 - 4: Hit the Turf Where: Stoney Creek Soccer, 953 Queenston Road, Stoney Creek, Ontario, L8J 1J9 Contact: Mike Tipert Email: stoneycreeksoccer@cogeco.net Website: www.stoneycreeksoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U16 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 36 Entry Deadline: April 14, 2014 May 3 - 4: Frank Sobil Spring Classic - Girls Where: Oshawa Kicks S.C., 212 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2J2, Contact: Geneva Witnerick Tel: (905) 429-2424 Fax: (905) 429 2421 Email: tournament@oshawakicks.com Website: www.oshawakicks.com Divisions/Age: Girls U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter- District, Recreational Club Teams Entry Fee: $225 Number of Teams: 15 Entry Deadline: April 15, 2014 May 10 – 11: Frank Sobil Spring Classic - Boys Where: Oshawa Kicks S.C., 212 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2J2, Contact: Geneva Witnerick Tel: (905) 429-2424 Fax: (905) 429 2421 Email: tournament@oshawakicks.com Website: www.oshawakicks.com Divisions/Age: Boys U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter- District, Recreational Club Teams 26 March/April 2014

Entry Fee: $225 Number of Teams: 15 Entry Deadline: April 15, 2014 May 10 – 11: Mini World Cup Where: Valleyview Fields, Comox Valley BC Contact: Cheri Tilley Tel: 250.334.0422 Email: cvuscsoccer@gmail.com Website: www.cvusc.com Divisions/Age: Boys U8 – U11 Eligible Teams: House, Development Entry Fee: $18 per player Entry Deadline: April 4, 2014 May 10 - 11: Frank Sobil Spring Classic - Boys Where: Oshawa Kicks S.C., 212 King Street West, Oshawa, ON L1J 2J2, Contact: Geneva Witnerick Tel: (905) 429-2424 Fax: (905) 429 2421 Email: tournament@oshawakicks.com Website: www.oshawakicks.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 200 Entry Deadline: April 15, 2014 May 10 - 11: West Niagara Invitational Festival Boys Where: PO Box 426, Beamsville, ON, L0R 1B0 Contact: Laura Fisher Email: gownist@gmail.com Website: www.lincolnsoccerclub.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 8 Festival, Mini Soccer Club League Team Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 16 - 19: 31st Annual Mississauga International Soccer Tournament Where: Mississauga Soccer Club, 3413 Wolfedale Rd., Unit #15, Mississauga, ON L5C 1V8 Contact: Prakash Kunthasami Tel: (905) 896-4786 Fax: (905) 896-7005 Email: msc@mscfalcons.com Website: www.mscfalcons.com Divisions/Age: Boys U 13 – U18, Girls U13 – U18, Men U19, U20, U21, Open, Women U19, U20, U21, Open

Eligible Teams: International, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 200 Entry deadline: May 5, 2014 May 17 - 18: West Niagara Invitational Festival - Girls Where: PO Box 426, Beamsville, ON, L0R 1B0 Contact: Laura Fisher Email: gownist@gmail.com Website: www.lincolnsoccerclub.ca Divisions/Age: Girls U9 – U10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 8 – 9, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Club League Team Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: April 17, 2014 May 17 - 18: West Niagara Invitational Soccer Tournament Girls Where: PO Box 426, Beamsville, ON, L0R 1B0 Contact: Laura Fisher Email: gownist@gmail.com Website: www.lincolnsoccerclub.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 300 Entry Deadline: April 17, 2014 May 17 - 19: Umbro Challenge Cup Where: South Surry Athletic Park, Surrey BC Contact: Chris Murphy Tel: 778-866-0977 Email: cmurphy@coastalfc.ca Website: www.coastalfc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U16 Eligible Teams: Metro, Gold, Silver, House Entry Fee: $400 - $500 Entry Deadline: May 8, 2014 May 17 – 19: Kamloops YSA – Slurpee Cup Where: McArthur Island, Kamloops BC Contact: Kamloops YSA

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Tel: 250.376.2750 Email: kysa@telus.net Website: www.kysacup.kys.net Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 – U18 Eligible Teams: Metro, Gold, Silver, Bronze, Development Entry Fee: $400 Entry Deadline: April 1, 2014 May 23 - 25: Terry Walgren Tournament (TWT) Where: Nelson Youth Soccer Association, PO Box 162, Nelson, BC, V1L 5P9 Contact: Lua Gerun Tel: 250-354-1090 Email: nelsonselects@hotmail.com Website: www.nys.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18, Girls U13-U18 Eligible Teams: Metro, Gold, Silver, Bronze Entry Fee: $400 Entry Deadline: May 9, 2014 May 24: The 20th Annual Icebreaker – Girls Mini Festival Where: Ottawa Internationals S.C., 1237 Newmarket Street, Unit #7, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N6, Contact: George Bennett Tel: (613) 745 7400 Email: gbennett8606@rogers.com Website: www.ottawaicebreaker.com Divisions/Age: Girls U9, U11 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 72 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 24 - 25: The 20th Annual Icebreaker – Girls Where: Ottawa Internationals S.C., 1237 Newmarket Street, Unit #7, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N6, Contact: George Bennett Tel: (613) 745 7400 Email: gbennett8606@rogers.com Website: www.ottawaicebreaker.com Divisions/Age: Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club 28 March/April 2014

Entry Fee: $490 Number of Teams: 180 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 31: The 20th Annual Icebreaker – Boys Mini Where: Ottawa Internationals S.C., 1237 Newmarket Street, Unit #7, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N6, Contact: George Bennett Tel: (613) 745 7400 Email: gbennett8606@rogers.com Website: www.ottawaicebreaker.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U11 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 31 – June 1: The 20th Annual Icebreaker – Boys Where: Ottawa Internationals S.C., 1237 Newmarket Street, Unit #7, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N6, Contact: George Bennett Tel: (613) 745 7400 Email: gbennett8606@rogers.com Website: www.ottawaicebreaker.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $490 Number of Teams: 180 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 30 – June 2: 11th Annual Barrie Subway Spiritfest Where: Barrie Soccer Club, PO Box 20084, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 6E9 Contact: Seanne Goodfellow Email: sgoodfellow@barriefc.com Website: www.barriefc.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18, Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 170 Entry Deadline: May 2, 2014 May 30 – June 2: 11th Annual Barrie Subway Spiritfest – Festival Where: Barrie Soccer Club, PO Box 20084, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 6E9

Contact: Seanne Goodfellow Email: sgoodfellow@barriefc.com Website: www.barriefc.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U10, U11, U12 Girls U9, U10, U11, U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Mini Soccer Level 5 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club Entry Fee: $350 Number of Teams: 48 Entry Deadline: May 2, 2014

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June 1 - 2: The 20th Annual Icebreaker – Boys Mini Where: Ottawa Internationals S.C., 1237 Newmarket Street, Unit #7, Ottawa, ON K1B 5N6, Contact: George Bennett Tel: (613) 745 7400 Email: gbennett8606@rogers.com Website: www.ottawaicebreaker.com Divisions/Age: Boys U10, U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 11 – 12, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 84 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014

June 6 - 8: Columbia Valley Invitational Recreational Soccer Tournament Where: Invermere, BC Contact: May Buck Email: maybuck@cyberlink.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13-U18 Eligible Teams: Silver, House Entry Fee: $400 Entry Deadline: May 15, 2014 June 6 - 8: Heritage Days Tournament Where: Ancaster Soccer Club, 314 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, Ontario L9G 2B9 Contact: Theo Scheurwater Email: admin@ancastersoccer.com Website: www.ancastersoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13-U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club Entry Fee: $450 Number of Teams: 140 Entry Deadline: May 17, 2014

June 7: Peterborough City Festival For Girls Where: Peterborough City Soccer Association, 171A Rink St. Suite 114, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 5V9 Contact: Fevri Pazari Email: festival@pcsasoccer.com Website: www.pcsasoccer.com Divisions/Age: Girls U8, Girls U9 and U10, Girls U11 and U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 8 Festival, Mini Under 9-10, Mini Under 11-12, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Under Level 7 All Star Entry Fee: $150 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: May 24, 2014 June 7 - 8: Collingwood United Soccer Club Invitational – Boys Where: 101 Pretty River Parkway, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4M8 Contact: Annette Schneider, Tel: (705) 446-1550 Fax: (705) 446-0321 Email: cusc.tournament@gmail.com

Website: www.collingwoodusc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 78 Entry Deadline: April 15, 2014 June 7 - 8: Peterborough City Girls Challenge Cup Where: Peterborough City Soccer Association, 171A Rink St. Suite 114, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 5V9 Contact: Fevri Pazari Email: challenge@pcsasoccer.com Website: www.pcsasoccer.com Divisions/Age: Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 72 Entry Deadline: May 24, 2014 June 7 - 8: Heritage Days Festival Where: Ancaster Soccer Club, 314 Wilson Street East, Ancaster, Ontario L9G 2B9

Contact: Theo Scheurwater Email: admin@ancastersoccer.com Website: www.ancastersoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11 – 12, recreational and development Entry Fee: $190 Number of Teams: 130 Entry Deadline: May 17, 2014 June 7 - 8: Collingwood United Soccer Club Invitational – Boys Festival Where: 101 Pretty River Parkway, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4M8 Contact: Annette Schneider, Tel: (705) 446-1550 Fax: (705) 446-0321 Email: cusc.tournament@gmail.com Website: www.collingwoodusc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational and Development Entry Fee: $200 Number of Teams: 24 Entry Deadline: April 15, 2014

The Richmond Hill Soccer Club Presents:

Richmond Hill Richmond Hill Challenge Cup Challenge Cup Festival When: September 12 – 14, 2014 Entry Deadline: August 29, 2014 Entry Fee: $385 Boys and Girls U13 – U18

When: September 13 – 14, 2014 Entry Deadline: August 29, 2014 Entry Fee: $275 Boys and Girls U9 – U12

Contact Jan Cass for more information: Phone: 905.883.4990 Email: jan@richmondhillsoccer.com www.richmondhillsoccer.com The Richmond Hill Challenge Cup Tournament has been one of the premier, Rep soccer Tournaments in Ontario for 17 years. For the first 10 years the tournament was held in May as a seasonopener, the past six Tournaments were held post-season, during the third weekend of September and, as promised, were competitive and exciting eventsthat offered teams an opportunity to compete with others from across Ontario, Quebec and the northern United States. Organized by the dedicated volunteers and staff of Richmond Hill Soccer Club, the Challenge Cup provides top-notch tournament management and co-ordination. It is always a memorableexperience for all teams and a great way to end the outdoor season.

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June 14: 10th Annual Lake Simcoe Boys Festival Where: Lake Simcoe S.C., Church Street, Unit 6, Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3E9 Contact: Paula Levesque Tel: 905-476-4283 Email: lssc@lakesimcoesoccer.com Website: www.lakesimcoesoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U10 and U11 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini under 9 – 10, Mini under 11-12, Mini Soccer Club League Team, Mini Soccer Level 5 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 40 Entry Deadline: May 5, 2014 June 14 – 15: Stratford Classic Where: Stratford Youth Soccer Club, P.O. Box 1051, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6W4 Contact: Maureen Mitchell Email: admin@stratfordyouthsoccer.com Website: www.stratfordyouthsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: May 21, 2014

Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U6 – U12 Entry Fee: $0 Entry Deadline: June 14, 2014 June 14– 15: Big Bear Classic Where: Revelstoke, BC Tel: 250.814.1000 Email: Randy.driediger@rcuinsurance.com Website: www.revelstokemenssoccer.com Divisions/Age: Men and Women Entry Fee: $400 Entry Deadline: June 1, 2014 June 20 – 22: 10th Annual King Classic Where: King United S.C., 15 Old King Road, Nobleton, ON L0G 1N0 Contact: Lyndsay Brannon Email: lyndsay1@king.ca Website: www.kingclassictournament.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U14, U16, U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District Recreational Club League All Star Steams, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club Entry Fee: $340 Number of Teams: 8 Entry Deadline: June 10, 2014

June 14– 15: 10th Annual Lake Simcoe Boys Rep Tournament Where: Lake Simcoe S.C., Church Street, Unit 6, Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3E9 Contact: Paula Levesque Tel: 905-476-4283 Email: lssc@lakesimcoesoccer.com Website: www.lakesimcoesoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: May 15, 2014

June 21: Peterborough City Festival For Boys Where: Peterborough City Soccer Association, 171A Rink St. Suite 114, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 5V9 Contact: Fevri Pazari Email: festival@pcsasoccer.com Website: www.pcsasoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys Festival U8, Boys U9 and U10, Boys U11 and U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 8 Festival, Mini Under 9-10, Mini Under 11-12, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Under Level 7 All Star Entry Fee: $150 Number of Teams: 16 Entry Deadline: June 7, 2014

June 14– 15: CSA Active Start Soccer Fest hosted by Langley United Where: Willoughby Community Park, Langley BC Tel: 604.530/3470 Email: info@luysa.com Website: www.luysa.com

June 21: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament – Festival Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538

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Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U10 and U11 Eligible Teams: Club Development Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: May 30, 2014 Additional Information: World’s largest annual youth soccer event with proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with over $1.6 Million donated. 7 vs 7 format. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 21: Aurora Can-Am Challenge Festival Where: Aurora Youth Soccer Club, 75 Mary Street, Unit 3, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G3 Contact: Chris Speller Email: tournaments@aysc.ca Website: www.aysc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Level 5 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 20 Entry Deadline: May 22, 2014 Additional Information: Started in 2002, the Aurora CanAm Challenge was developed into a mid-sized, very competitive tournament. This year, the Aurora CanAm Challenge will be open to all Competitive teams across North America. In the past we have welcomed teams from Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, New York, and Bermajilio Mexico. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 21: 1st Annual King Classic Festival Where: King United S.C., 15 Old King Road, Nobleton, ON L0G 1N0 Contact: Lyndsay Brannon Email: lyndsay1@king.ca Website: www.kingclassictournament.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9, U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $158 Number of Teams: 8 Entry Deadline: June 10, 2014

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Travel permit required for teams outside of district. International teams require travel permission.

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Tournament Headquarters and registration at Vaughan Grove Soccer Complex in Woodbridge. Home of the Woodbridge Strikers Please call our office for more information.

905.851.4496

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June 21 - 22: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament – Festival Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538 Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U8 Eligible Teams: Club Development Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: May 30, 2014 Additional Information: World’s largest annual youth soccer event with proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with over $1.6 Million donated. 5 vs 5 format. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 21 - 22: Peterborough City Boys Challenge Cup Where: Peterborough City Soccer Association, 171A Rink St. Suite 114, Peterborough, Ontario, K9J 5V9 Contact: Fevri Pazari Email: challenge@pcsasoccer.com Website: www.pcsasoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 72 Entry Deadline: June 7, 2014 June 21 – 22: Aurora Can-Am Challenge Where: Aurora Youth Soccer Club, 75 Mary Street, Unit 3, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G3 Contact: Chris Speller Email: tournaments@aysc.ca Website: www.aysc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: May 22, 2014 Additional Information: Started in 2002, the Aurora CanAm Challenge was developed into a mid-sized, very competitive tournament. This year, the Aurora CanAm Challenge will be open to all Competitive teams across North America. In the past we have 32 March/April 2014

welcomed teams from Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, New York, and Bermajilio Mexico. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 22: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament – Festival Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538 Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 Eligible Teams: Club Development Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: May 30, 2014 Additional Information: World’s largest annual youth soccer event with proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with over $1.6 Million donated. 7 vs 7 format. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 28: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament – Festival Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538 Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U12 Eligible Teams: Club Development Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: May 30, 2014 Additional Information: World’s largest annual youth soccer event with proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with over $1.6 Million donated. 5 vs 5 format. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 28 - 29: Kelowna Canada Day Soccer Tournament Where: Rutland and Mission, BC Contact: Shirley Guenette Tel: 250.491.7879 Email: rysamail@shaw.ca Website: www. kelownacanadadaytournament.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 – U18 Entry Fee: $500 Entry Deadline: June 15, 2014

June 28 - 29: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament - Showcase Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538 Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U15 – U17 Eligible Teams: Showcase is open to top level boys and girls teams including ORNCA Entry Fee: $500 Number of Teams: 48 Entry Deadline: May 16, 2014 Additional Information: Looking for an opportunity to showcase your talents to universities/colleges and professional soccer scouts? The Robbie is pleased to announce the expansion of our elite showcase to include U-15 and U-16 as well as U-17 for Girls and Boys. The Robbie Showcase gives athletes and teams the opportunity to demonstrate their talents to college and university coaches for scholarship opportunities as well as professional scouts. SEE ADVERTISEMENT June 28 - 30: The 48th Annual ‘Robbie’ International Tournament Where: Scarborough Soccer Center, 45 Fairfax Crescent, Scarborough, ON M1L 1Z6 Contact: Laurie Fletcher Tel: 416.759.3538 Email: admin@therobbie.ca Website: www.therobbie.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: International, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $500 Number of Teams: 230 Entry Deadline: May 16, 2014 Additional Information: World’s largest annual youth soccer event with proceeds donated to Cystic Fibrosis Canada with over $1.6 Million donated. Minimum of three games, package for each participant including crest and program, individual trophies for Champions and Runners-up, team keeper trophy. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

JULY

July 4 - 6: Giddy Up Cup Where: Calgary Minor Soccer Association, Bay # 7, 6991 – 48 Street SE, Calgary, Alberta, T2C 5A4 Contact: Karrie Kreutz Tel: 403-279-8686 Email: competitions@ calgaryminorsoccer.com Website: www.giddyupcup.goalline.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U14 – U18 Girls U14 – U18 Eligible Teams: Tier I, II, III Entry Fee: $525 Entry Deadline: June 13, 2014 Additional Information: The CMSA Giddy Up Cup is Calgary’s Premier League tournament. It coincides with “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, the Calgary Stampede. Visitors to Calgary can also enjoy numerous other local attractions, including Heritage Park, the Calgary Zoo and Canada Olympic Park. A mere one hour drive west of the city will take visitors to Banff National Park where they can enjoy the breathtaking beauty of the Rocky Mountains and all the world class outdoor activities they have to offer. SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 5: Cataraqui Clippers Girls’ Ambassador Cup Festival Where: Cataraqui Clippers SC P.O.Box 20034, Kingston, ON K7K 2T6 Contact: John Nador Tel: (613) 384-6196 Email: ambassadorcupchair@ clipperssoccer.com Website: www.clipperssoccer.com Divisions/Age: Girls U9 – U10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter- District, Mini under 9 – 10, Mini under 11 – 12, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $275 Number of Teams: 32 Entry Deadline: June 6, 2014 July 5 – 6: GIST – Gloucester Invitational Soccer Festival Where: Ottawa Gloucester Soccer Club, 1660 Bearbrook Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 1C4 34 March/April 2014

Contact: Cindy Cornfield Email: hornets@magma.ca Website: www.gloucesterhornets.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 11-12, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: June 5, 2014 July 5 – 6: Cataraqui Clippers Girls’ Ambassador Cup Where: Cataraqui Clippers SC P.O.Box 20034, Kingston, ON K7K 2T6 Contact: John Nador Tel: (613) 384-6196 Email: ambassadorcupchair@ clipperssoccer.com Website: www.clipperssoccer.com Divisions/Age: Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club Entry Fee: $425 Number of Teams: 70 Entry Deadline: June 6, 2014 July 5 – 6: GIST – Gloucester Invitational Soccer Tournament Where: Ottawa Gloucester Soccer Club, 1660 Bearbrook Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 1C4 Contact: Cindy Cornfield Email: hornets@magma.ca Website: www.gloucesterhornets.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-Provincial, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $425 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: June 5, 2014 July 11 – 13: Brantford City Soccer Club Kicking it in Brantford Where: Brantford City Soccer Club – 70 Morton Ave. East Unit 1, Brantford, ON, N3R 7J7 Contact: Jody Gunn Tel: 519 759-6963 Email: bcsc@bellnet.ca Website: www.brantfordcitysoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive Club teams, Youth Level 4 League Club Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 10 Entry Deadline: June 13, 2014

July 11 – 13: Brantford City Soccer Club Kicking it in Brantford Where: Brantford City Soccer Club – 70 Morton Ave. East Unit 1, Brantford, ON, N3R 7J7 Contact: Jody Gunn Tel: 519 759-6963 Email: bcsc@bellnet.ca Website: www.brantfordcitysoccer.ca Divisions/Age: Girls U9 and U10, U11 and U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11 – 12, both Recreational and Development Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 10 Entry Deadline: June 13, 2014 July 12 - 13: Twin Anchors Shore “N” Score Cup Where: Salmon Arm, BC Contact: Jane Barton Tel: 250.833-5607 Email: admin@shuswapsoccer.com Website: www.shuswapsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 – U18 Entry Fee: $200 - $350 July 18 – 20: 6th Annual Barrie All Star Challenge Where: Barrie Soccer Club, PO Box 20084, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 6E9 Contact: Seanne Goodfellow Email: sgoodfellow@barriefc.com Website: www.barriefc.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U10, U11, U12 Girls U9, U10, U11, U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 7 All-Star Entry Fee: $325 Number of Teams: 48 Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 18 – 20: Kickin’ It On The Moraine Where: Oak Ridges Soccer Club, 39 King Road, Second Floor, Richmond Hill, ON, L4E 1A3 Contact: Stephen McKetsy Tel: 905-313-8920 Fax: 905-313-8919 Email: clubmanager@orsc.ca Website: www.orsc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U16 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Competitive

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Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: June 27, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 18 - 20: Water’s Edge Classic Mini Soccer Festival Where: Sarnia FC, 1129 Cambridge Crescent, Sarnia, Ontario, N7S 4A1 Contact: Dean Trolani Tel: 519-542-0148 Fax: 519-336-9431 Email: dtrolani@cogeco.ca Website: www.sarniafc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U9 - U10 and U11-U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11 – 12, Both Recreational and Development Entry fee: $350 Number of teams: 50 Entry Deadline: July 4, 2014 July 18 – 20: 6th Annual Barrie All Star Challenge Where: Barrie Soccer Club, PO Box 20084, Barrie, Ontario, L4M 6E9 Contact: Seanne Goodfellow Email: sgoodfellow@barriefc.com Website: www.barriefc.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18, Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Recreational Club League All-Star Teams, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club, Youth Level 6 League All-Star, Youth Level 7 League All-Star Entry Fee: $375 Number of Teams: 180 Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 19: Cataraqui Clippers Boys’ Ambassador Cup Festival Where: Cataraqui Clippers SC P.O.Box 20034, Kingston, ON K7K 2T6 Contact: John Nador Tel: (613) 384-6196 Email: ambassadorcupchair@ clipperssoccer.com Website: www.clipperssoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter- District, Mini under 9 – 10, Mini under 11 – 12, 36 March/April 2014

Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $275 Number of Teams: 32 Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014 July 19: Kickin’ It On The Moraine Boys Festival Where: Oak Ridges Soccer Club, 39 King Road, Second Floor, Richmond Hill, ON, L4E 1A3 Contact: Stephen McKetsy Tel: 905-313-8920 Fax: 905-313-8919 Email: clubmanager@orsc.ca Website: www.orsc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U10, Boys U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11-12, Both Recreational and Development Entry Fee: $200 Number of Teams: 32 Entry Deadline: June 26, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 19 – 20: Cataraqui Clippers Boys’ Ambassador Cup Where: Cataraqui Clippers SC P.O.Box 20034, Kingston, ON K7K 2T6 Contact: John Nador Tel: (613) 384-6196 Email: ambassadorcupchair@ clipperssoccer.com Website: www.clipperssoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club Entry Fee: $425 Number of Teams: 70 Entry Deadline: June 20, 2014 July 20: Kickin’ It On The Moraine Girls Festival Where: Oak Ridges Soccer Club, 39 King Road, Second Floor, Richmond Hill, ON, L4E 1A3 Contact: Stephen McKetsy Tel: 905-313-8920 Fax: 905-313-8919 Email: clubmanager@orsc.ca Website: www.orsc.ca Divisions/Age: Girls U9 – U10, Boys U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11-12, Both

Recreational and Development Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 24 Entry Deadline: June 27, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 25 - 27: Tiamo Festival Where: St. Catharines Roma, 7735 Preakness St, Niagara Falls, Ontario, L2H 2W6 Contact: Martin Beswick Tel: 905-357-1207 Email: tiamo.festival.cup@gmail.com Website: www.romasoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U8 Festival Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 8 Festival, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry fee: $250 Number of teams: 50 Entry Deadline: July 8, 2014 July 26 - 27: 10th Annual Lake Simcoe All Star Tournament Where: Lake Simcoe S.C., Church Street, Unit 6, Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3E9 Contact: Paula Levesque Tel: 905-476-4283 Email: lssc@lakesimcoesoccer.com Website: www.lakesimcoesoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational Club League All Stat Teams, Youth Level 6 League All Star, Youth Level League All Star Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: May 15, 2014 July 26: 10th Annual Lake Simcoe All Star Festival Where: Lake Simcoe S.C., Church Street, Unit 6, Keswick, Ontario, L4P 3E9 Contact: Paula Levesque Tel: 905-476-4283 Email: lssc@lakesimcoesoccer.com Website: www.lakesimcoesoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U10, U11, and U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Under 11 – 12, Mini Soccer Level 6 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 7 All Star Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 8 Entry Deadline: June 27, 2014

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Where Canada’s Elite Teams Come to Prove Themselves...

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

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JUNIOR - U13, U14 - 80 Minute Games SENIOR - U15, U16, U17 - 90 Minute Games TOURNAMENT FEATURES: • 1 game per day format • 3 game minimum • Top teams from Canada, US, and around the world • Athletic trainers on site • Certified referees • Team Trophy & Medals for Champions and Finalists • Team Trophy for 3rd & 4th place teams

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AUGUST

August 1 - 4: College Showcase of Champions – Senior Where: Ottawa United Soccer Club 1128 Clapp Lane, Manotick, Ontario, K4M 1A4 Contact: Tournament Director Jim Lianos Tel: 613-692-4179. ext. 111 Fax: 613-692-0489 Email: osugm@osu.ca Website: www.collegesoccershowcase.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U15, U16, U17 Eligible Teams: International, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, OSA Approved Academies Entry Fee: $795 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: July 6, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT August 1 - 4: 25th Annual Kamloops Senior Men’s and Women’s Tournament Where: MacArthur Island Park, Kamloops, BC Contact: Rob Piva Tel: 250-376-0475 Email: r.piva@shawcable.com Website: www.kamloopssoccertournament.com Divisions/Age: Men and Women Over 35 Eligible Teams: Division 2, Division 3, Division 4, Over 35 Entry Fee: $325 Entry Deadline: July 6, 2014 August 1 - 4: College Showcase of Champions – Junior Where: Ottawa United Soccer Club 1128 Clapp Lane, Manotick, Ontario, K4M 1A4 Contact: Tournament Director Jim Lianos Tel: 613-692-4179. ext. 111 Fax: 613-692-0489 Email: osugm@osu.ca Website: www.collegesoccershowcase.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and GirlsU13, U14 Eligible Teams: International, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 38 March/April 2014

League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club Entry Fee: $695 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: July 6, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT August 2 - 4: WYSA Summer Heat Where: Westside Youth Soccer Association Contact: Brian Dewar Tel: 250-469-1856 Email: bhdewar@gmail.com Divisions/Age: Boys U11 - U18, Girls U11 - U18 Eligible Teams: Metro, Gold, Silver, Bronze, House Entry Fee: $475 Entry Deadline: July 15, 2014 Additional Information: The West Kelowna Summer Heat Tournament provides a great opportunity for people to come to the beautiful Okanagan and enjoy the wonderful amenities, while playing a great game of soccer. All teams are guaranteed 4 games over the weekend. August 8 - 10: Brantford Soccer Classic Where: Brantford Galaxy Youth SC, 67 Edith Monture Ave., Brantford, ON N3T 6N1 Contact: Shawn Burtnick Tel: 519-753-0776 Fax: 519-753-3817 Email: brantfordsoccerclassic@rogers.com Website: www.brantfordsoccerclassic.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 90 Entry Deadline: July 11, 2014 August 9: 1st Annual Cameron Memorial Festival Where: Quinte West Soccer Club 204 Dundas Street E, Trenton, ON, K8V 1L2 Contact: Catherine Frost Tel: 613-965-6283 Email: qwsctourney@cogeco.ca Website: www.quintwestsoccerclub.com

Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U8, U9 – U10 and U11- U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 8, Under 9 – 10, Under 11 – 12, Club Development Entry Fee: $175 Number of Teams: 64 Entry Deadline: July 15, 2014 August 9: Heart of York Summer Classic Festival 2014 Where: Newmarket Soccer Club, 621 Newpark Blvd, Newmarket, Ontario, L3X 2S2 Contact: Vicki Lowe Tel: 905-836-8761 Fax: 905-836-9473 Email: hoy2014@newmarketsoccer.com Website: www.newmarketsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U11, Girls U9, U11 Eligible Teams: Club Development, Mini Soccer Level 5 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Soccer level 5 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 6 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 7 All-Star Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 64 - U9, 24 - U11 Entry Deadline: July 4, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT August 9: 17th Annual North Toronto Mini Festival Where: North Toronto Soccer Club, 1041 Avenue Road Unit 5, Toronto, Ontario, M5N 2C5 Contact: Rob Charron Tel: 416-924-9911 Fax: 416-924-4965 Email: competitive@ntsoccer.com Website: www.ntsoccer.com/events Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 48 Entry Deadline: July 27, 2014 August 9 - 10: GIST – Ottawa Gloucester Festival Where: Ottawa Gloucester Soccer Club, 1660 Bearbrook Rd., Ottawa, Ontario, K1B 1C4 Contact: Cindy Cornfield Tel: 613-837,7015 Email: hornets@magma.ca Website: www.gloucesterhornets.ca

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Divisions/Age: Girls U9 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Under 11 – 12, Mini Soccer Level Club 6 Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 30 Entry Deadline: July 09, 2014 August 9 – 10: 18th Annual Cameron Memorial Tournament Where: Quinte West Soccer Club – 204 Dundas Street E, Trenton, ON, K8V 1L2 Contact: Catherine Frost Tel: 613-965-6283 Email: qwsctourney@cogeco.ca Website: www.quintwestsoccerclub.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-Provincial, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club Entry Fee: $400 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: July 12, 2014 August 9 - 10: Heart of York Summer Classic 2014 Where: Newmarket Soccer Club, 621 Newpark Blvd, Newmarket, Ontario, L3X 2S2 Contact: Vicki Lowe Tel: 905-836-8761 Fax: 905-836-9473 Email: hoy2014@newmarketsoccer.com Website: www.newmarketsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18, Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club, Youth Level 1 League AllStar, Youth Level 2 League All-Star, Youth Level 3 League All-Star, Youth Level 4 League All-Star, Youth Level 5 League AllStar, Youth Level 6 League All-Star, Youth Level 7 League All-Star Entry Fee: $395 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: July 4, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT August 10: Heart of York Summer Classic Festival 2014 Where: Newmarket Soccer Club, 621 Newpark Blvd, Newmarket, Ontario, L3X 2S2 Contact: Vicki Lowe 40 March/April 2014

Tel: 905-836-8761 Fax: 905-836-9473 Email: hoy2014@newmarketsoccer.com Website: www.newmarketsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U10, U12, Girls U10, U12 Eligible Teams: Club Development, Mini Soccer Level 5 Club, Mini Soccer Level 6 Club, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Soccer level 5 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 6 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 7 All-Star Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 64 – U10, 24 - U12 Entry Deadline: July 4, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT August 16: Stratford Mini Festival Cup Where: Stratford Youth Soccer Club, P.O. Box 1051, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6W4 Contact: Maureen Mitchell Email: admin@stratfordyouthsoccer.com Website: www.stratfordyouthsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U10 and U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Under 9 – 10, Under 11 – 12, Both Recreational and Development Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 100 Entry Deadline: July 14, 2014 August 16 - 17: Stratford Festival Cup Where: Stratford Youth Soccer Club, P.O. Box 1051, Stratford, Ontario, N5A 6W4 Contact: Maureen Mitchell Email: admin@stratfordyouthsoccer.com Website: www.stratfordyouthsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U16 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational Club Teams, Youth Level 6 League Club, Entry Fee: $350 Number of Teams: 70 Entry Deadline: July 14, 2014 August 23: Russell Soccer Festival Boys Where: Russell Soccer Club, 484 Route 400 Russell, Ontario, K4R 1E5 Contact: Hugh Slater Email: hugh.slater@xplornet.ca Website: www.russellsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-district, Level 5 Club, Level 6 Club, Level 7 Club, Level 5 AllStar, Level 6 All-Star, Level 7 All-Star

Entry Fee: $245 Number of Teams: 32 Entry Deadline: July 25, 2014

SEPTEMBER

September 5 - 7: Grape & Wine Youth Cup – Competitive Where: Concord Soccer Club, 16 Melbourne St., St. Catharines, ON L2P 3J8 Contact: Joanna Collini, Tournament Chair Boris Apsitis Tel: (905) 988-5682 Fax: (905) 988-9879 Email: concordsoccerclub@bellnet.ca Website: www.concordsoccerclub.ca Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U17 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club Entry Fee: $370 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: August 15, 2014 September 6 - 7: North Mississauga U11 and U12 9v9 Festival Where: North Mississauga Soccer Club, 10 Falconer Drive, Unit 12 Mississauga, Ontario, L5N 3L8 Contact: Kelly Langton Email: tournaments@nmsc.net Website: www.nmsc.net Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 – U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational Club Teams, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth level 7 League club, Youth Level 6 League All-Star, Youth Level 7 All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 6 League Club (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 7 League Club (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 6 League All-Star (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 7 League All-Star (U11 & U12 only) Entry Fee: $350 Number of Teams: 150 Entry Deadline: August 17, 2014 September 12 - 14: Richmond Hill Challenge Cup Where: Richmond Hill S.C., 10660 Yonge St., P.O. Box 30553, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3C9 Contact: Jan Cass Tel: (905) 883-4990 Fax: (905) 883-4141 Email: jan@richmondhillsoccer.com Website: www.richmondhillsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18,

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Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: North American, Competitive Club Teams, Youth Level 1 League Club, Youth Level 2 League Club, Youth Level 3 League Club, Youth Level 4 League Club, Youth Level 5 League Club, Youth Level 6 League Club Entry Fee: $385 Number of Teams: 96 Entry Deadline: August 29, 2014 Additional Information: The Richmond Hill Challenge Cup Tournament has been one of the premier, Rep soccer Tournaments in Ontario for 17 years. For the first 10 years the tournament was held in May as a season opener, the past six Tournaments were held post-season, during the third weekend of September and, as promised, were competitive and exciting events that offered teams an opportunity to compete with others from across Ontario, Quebec and the northern United States. Organized by the dedicated volunteers and staff of Richmond Hill Soccer Club, the Challenge Cup provides top-notch tournament management and co-ordination. It is always a memorable experience for all teams and a great way to end the outdoor season. SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 13: John Traganitis Festival Where: Aurora Youth Soccer Club, 75 Mary Street, Unit 3, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G3 Contact: Judy Janzen Tel: 905-727-0624 Fax: 905-727-1655 Email: tournament@aysc.ca Website: www.aysc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini under 9 – 10, Mini Soccer Level 7 all-Star Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 20 Entry Deadline: August 14, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 13: John Traganitis Festival Where: Aurora Youth Soccer Club, 75 Mary Street, Unit 3, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G3 Contact: Judy Janzen Tel: 905-727-0624 Fax: 905-727-1655 Email: tournament@aysc.ca Website: www.aysc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11 and U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational 42 March/April 2014

Club League All Star Teams, Youth Level 7 League Club, Youth Level 1 League AllStar, Youth Level 2 League All-Star, Youth Level 3 League All-Star, Youth Level 4, League All-Star, Youth Level 5 League AllStar, Youth Level 6 League All-Star, Youth Level 7 League All-Star, Mini Soccer Level 6 League, Club (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 7 League Club (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 6 League All-Star (U11 & U12 only), Mini Soccer Level 7 League All-Star (U11 & U12 only) Entry Fee: $250 Number of Teams: 20 Entry Deadline: August 13, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 13 – 14: John Traganitis Tournament Where: Aurora Youth Soccer Club, 75 Mary Street, Unit 3, Aurora, Ontario, L4G 1G3 Contact: Judy Janzen Tel: 905-727-0624 Fax: 905-727-1655 Email: tournament@aysc.ca Website: www.aysc.ca Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U13 – U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Recreational Club League All-Star Teams, Youth Level 6 League Club, Youth Level 7 League Club, Youth Level 1 League All-Star, Youth Level 2 League All-Star, Youth Level 3 League, All-Star, Youth Level 4 League All-Star, Youth Level 5 League All-Star, Youth Level 6 League All-Star, Youth Level 7 League All-Star Entry Fee: $350 Number of Teams: 60 Entry Deadline: August 14, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 13-14: Richmond Hill Challenge Festival Where: Richmond Hill S.C., 10660 Yonge St., P.O. Box 30553, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3C9 Contact: Jan Cass Tel: (905) 883-4990 Fax: (905) 883-4141 Email: jan@richmondhillsoccer.com Website: www.richmondhillsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9, U10, U11, U12 Girls U9, U10, U11, U12 Eligible Teams: Club Recreational Entry Fee: $275 Entry Deadline: August 29, 2014 Additional Information: The Boys Festival

will run on Saturday September 13th and the Girls Festival will run on Sunday September 14th. SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 27: Woodbridge Classic Festival Where: Woodbridge Soccer Club, 5289 HWY 7 West Unit 7, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4I 8V3 Contact: Frank Scarlato Tel: (905) 851-4496 Email: wscadmin@wscstrikers.com Website: www.wscstrikers.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U11, U12 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Under 11-12 Entry Fee: $300 Number of Teams: 32 Entry Deadline: September 10, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 27: Woodbridge Classic Festival Where: Woodbridge Soccer Club, 5289 HWY 7 West Unit 7, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4I 8V3 Contact: Frank Scarlato Tel: (905) 851-4496 Email: wscadmin@wscstrikers.com Website: www.wscstrikers.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9, U10 Eligible Teams: Inter-District, Mini Soccer Level 7 Club, Mini Under 9 - 10 Entry Fee: $275 Number of Teams: 40 Entry Deadline: September 05, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT September 27 - 28: Woodbridge Classic Where: Woodbridge Soccer Club, 5289 HWY 7 West Unit 7, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4I 8V3 Contact: Frank Scarlato Tel: (905) 851-4496 Email: wscadmin@wscstrikers.com Website: www.wscstrikers.com Divisions/Age: Boys U13 – U18, Girls U13- U18 Eligible Teams: Inter-Provincial, Competitive Club Teams Entry Fee: $395 Number of Teams: 80 Entry Deadline: September 5, 2014 SEE ADVERTISEMENT

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March 28 - 30: Emerald Cup - Girls Where: Overland Park (Mid-West Region) Contact: Josh Flett, Challenger Sports Tel: 800 878-2167 Email: jflett@challengersports.com Website: www.challengersports.com/tournament Divisions/Age: Girls U8 – U19 Entry Fee: $550 Eligible Teams: Premier/Competitive Additional Information: The Emerald Cup is a great spring event geared towards all levels of competitive soccer teams throughout the Midwest. It provides a great opportunity for teams to compete and work together early on in the spring season. In total, over 400 teams will participate over the two weekends, providing a great tournament atmosphere for everyone involved. Great competition with ALL tournament games being played at the Overland Park Soccer Complex makes this a MUST for all premier teams in 2014. If you are looking for GREAT competition on a GREAT WEEKEND at the FINEST soccer facility in the Midwest, the EMERALD CUP is the event for your team.

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April 4 – 6: 12th Annual Havoc Soccer Tournament Where: Hoover, Alabama, Contact: Tomas Fox Email: tfox@hooversoccerclub.com Website: www.hooverhavoc.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U9 – U14 Entry Fee: $400 - $520 Additional Information: Hoover Soccer Club has chosen to limit the age groups to U9-U14 in order to offer a truly memorable tournament experience. The tournament will offer competitive and Recreational divisions for both boys and girls.

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April 4 - 6: Southern Soccer Showcase - Girls Where: hosted by Twin City Youth Soccer Association at BB&T Soccer Park, Winston-Salem, NC, Contact: Greg Snipes Tel: 336-682-1114 Email: tournaments@twincitysoccer.com Website: www.twincitytournaments.com Divisions/Age: Girls U15 – U19 April 11 - 13: Twin City Boys College Showcase Where: hosted by Twin City Youth Soccer Association at BB&T Soccer Park, Winston-Salem, NC, Contact: Greg Snipes Tel: 336-682-1114 Email: tournaments@twincitysoccer.com Website: www.twincitytournaments.com Divisions/Age: Girls U15 – U19 April 25 - 27: Challenger Cup Where: Shawnee (Mid-West Region) Contact: Josh Flett Tel: 800 878-2167 Email: jflett@challengersports.com Website: www.challengersports.com/ tournament Divisions/Age: Boys U8 – U19, Girls U8 – U14 Eligible Teams: Divisions II, III, IV, V & Rec. Entry Fee: $475 - $575 Additional Information: The Challenger Cup, is a great mid-season tournament for lower level premier (DII, III, IV, V) and recreational teams. All other events at this time of year cater to the ‘elite’ premier teams only. The Challenger Cup is held at two of the finest soccer facilities in the KC metro area - Stump and Swarner Parks in beautiful Shawnee, KS.

MAY

May 9 - 11: 7th Annual Palm Beach Cup Where: Sponsor Palm Beach Soccer Academy, Palm Beach Florida

Contact Gary Walker Email: garyw@ palmbeachsocceracademy.com Website: www. palmbeachsocceracademy.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U18, Girls U9 – U18 Entry Fee: $475 - $625 Number of Teams: 120 May 16 – 18: Leawood Soccer Fest Where: Leawood (Mid-West Region) Contact: Josh Flett, Challenger Sports Tel: 800 878-2167 Email: jflett@challengersports.com Website: www.challengersports.com/tournament Divisions/Age: Boys U6 – U14, Girls U6 – U14 Entry Fee: $250 - $325 Entry Deadline: April 18, 2014 Additional Information: An end of season tournament for recreational teams only! This is a unique opportunity for your team to play against the recreational teams of other clubs, at one of the finest soccer complexes in Kansas City! May 17 - 18: Champions Cup Where: Sponsor Florida Rush Soccer, West Orange, Florida Contact: Bill Fisher Email: tournaments@floridarushsoccer.com Website: www.floridarushsoccer.com Divisions/Age: Boys U8 – U19, Girls U8 – U19 Entry Fee: $475 - $725 Entry Deadline: April 10, 2014 May 23 - 26: Columbia Invitational Where: Columbia Invitational 401 Center Street Suite 205 Mount Airy, MD 21771 Contact: Megan Schmidt Tel: (240) 925-4855 Email: mschmidt@elitetournaments.com Website: www.elitetournaments.com Additional Information: The Columbia Invitational is open to all competitive

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and classic club teams. This is a US Club Sanctioned tournament. All teams must be affiliated and their players registered with USYSA through their respective state associations or US Club Soccer. New for 2014 – U17 – U19 will play in a Showcase Format with one game a day on Sat, Sun, and Mon.

JUNE

June 20 - 22: Kalamazoo Invitational Soccer Showcase (KISS) for Boys Where: Kalamazoo Soccer Complex, 901 South Drake Road, Kalamzoo United States, 49009, Contact: Alan Maxwell Tel: 517-367-3266 Email: kisstournament@aol.com Website: www.kissshowcase.com Entry Fee: $600 - $750 Number of Teams: 250 Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U12 – 15, U15 – 16, U17 – 19 Additional Information: Number of Guaranteed Games: 3. New For 2014!! We are now a TRUE Showcase. We have eliminated the younger age groups and now focus solely on the 11v11 format. We also play all the girls games on one site and all the boys games on another site. We are also back to one weekend, making this a very exciting event to be part of. College coaches don’t want to be travelling round from site to site. They want to park their chair, get out their notebook and focus on the players on show, now they can do this at the KISS Showcase and that’s what sets our tournament apart! June 21 - 22: 17th Annual San Diego Pegasus Cup Where: San Diego, California. Contact: Raffi Ruotolo Email: ruotolo@pegasuscup.com Website: www.pegasuscup.com Divisions/Age: Boys U14– U19, Girls U14 – U19 Entry Fee: $645 - $745 Number of Teams: 400 Additional Information: The San Diego Pegasus Cup, cordially invites you to participate in our 17th Annual Pegasus 46 March/April 2014

Cup. The tournament will be played in beautiful San Diego, California. Our city enjoys a mild 70 degree climate and it’s only 10 minutes away from downtown, and the world famous zoo.

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July 11 - 13: Cobras FC 24th Annual Summer Classic Where: Total Sports Experience 880 Elmgrove Road, Rochester NY 14624 Contact: Kim Vogt Email: cobrasfc.tournament@gmail.com Website: www.cobrasfc.org Eligible Teams: Boys U8 – U19, Girls U8 – 19 Entry Fee: U8 – 10: $325, U11: $400, U12 – 13: $450, U14 – U19: $475 Additional Information: Our tournament attracts some of the finest Boys and Girls soccer teams from across the northeast and Canada resulting in a solid competitive tournament. Every team is guaranteed at least 3 games. Games are played on high quality, well groomed fields. Saturday night “Family Fun Festival” including dinner, entertainment and fireworks. This is considered a “friendly non-competitive” tournament for ages U8-U10. Over 210 teams in 2013, over 100 Canadian Teams SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 11 - 13: Schwan’s USA Cup uper Elite Where: 1700 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449, USA Contact: Tom Soehn Email: tsoehn@nscsports.org Website: www.usacup.org Canadian Contact: For more information in Canada contact Canadian Agent Bert Lobo Tel: (416) 846-4866 Fax: (416) 441-1757 Email: tournament@rogers.com Eligible Teams: Boys and Girls U14 – U16 Entry Fee: $385 Additional Information: The USA Cup Super Elite is an invite only tournament for boys and girls Super Elite Flight U14 – U16. Full length matches, 3 games guaranteed. The USA CUP Super Elite

is directed by Tom Soehn. Tom has coached at the highest level of American soccer, serving as head coach for MLS’ D.C. United from 2006-2009 and Director of Soccer Operations for the Vancouver Whitecaps from 2010-2012. He also was interim coach for the Whitecaps in 2011. Tom has coached under Bob Bradley and Peter Nowak at the Chicago Fire before his head coaching stints, and was a player for the Fire before retiring in 2000. Contact Tom at tsoehn@nscsports.org with questions about the Super Elite at USA CUP. July 11 - 13: Cobras FC College Summer Showcase Where: Total Sports Experience 880 Elmgrove Road, Rochester NY 14624 Contact: Kim Vogt Email: cobrasfc.tournament@gmail.com Website: www.cobrasfc.org Eligible Teams: Boys U8 – U19, Girls U8 – 19 Entry Fee: $600 Additional Information: One of the fastest growing and largest tournaments in upstate NY College coaches attended last year from across NY state, Maine, Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois and Colorado Rochester is considered a soccer hot bed by many college coaches and is the home of two time FIFA Women’s player of the year Abby Wambach. SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 11 - 13: Schwan’s USA Cup Weekend Where: 1700 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449, USA Contact: Colleen Bourdon Tel: (800) 535-4730 Fax: (763) 785-5699, Email: market@usacup.org Website: www.usacup.org Canadian Contact: For more information in Canada contact Canadian Agent Bert Lobo Tel: (416) 846-4866 Fax: (416) 441-1757 Email: tournament@rogers.com Eligible Teams: Boys and Girls U9 – U10, U11 – U12, U13 – U19 Entry Fee: $245 - $465

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Additional Information: Please visit website: www.usacup.org for the application form, U9 - U10 is a jamboreestyle event, U11 through U19, two tiered format full length games: Gold flight and Silver flight, premier sites, over 50 fields in one location, 14,000 players, 400 games played daily. Constant activity on over 700 acres with Olympic-style ceremonies and over two dozen activities and clinics. College coaches recruiting, International competition, and many soccer related activities. Over 20 U.S. states and 17 countries represented and is the largest international youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere. SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 14 - 19: Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament presented by AS Roma Football Club Where: ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex Contact: Leo Leite Tel: (407) 938-3567 Email: Leonardo.leite@disney.com Website: www.espnwwos.disney. go.com/events/soccer/disney-cupyouth-soccer-tournament Eligible Teams: Boys U8 – U18, Girls U8 – U18 Additional Information: Take on the world in the middle of the magic at ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex! The Disney Cup International Youth Soccer Tournament presented by AS Roma Football Club held has attracted teams from more than 20 countries for 15 years and continues to grow. Compete at world-class facilities while also enjoying everything the Walt Disney World® Resort has to offer. The Disney Cup offers young athletes and their families a once in a lifetime tournament travel experience. Register at disneysoccer.com. July 15 - 18: Schwan’s USA Cup Indoor Where: 1700 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449, USA Contact: Colleen Bourdon Tel: (800) 535-4730 Fax: (763) 785-5699, Email: market@usacup.org 48 March/April 2014

Website: www.usacup.org Canadian Contact: For more information in Canada contact Canadian Agent Bert Lobo Tel: (416) 846-4866 Fax: (416) 441-1757 Email: tournament@rogers.com Eligible Teams: Youth Division: Boys and Girls U6 – U8, Adult Division: Men’s Recreational, Men’s Competitive, and Adult Coed Entry Fee: $30 per roster player Additional Information: Please visit website: www.usacup.org for the application form. Join us for this unique way to be a part of the greatest youth soccer experience in the Western Hemisphere. The new Schwan’s USA CUP Indoor tournament is here! Youth 3 game jamboree. Played on artificial infill turf (field size approximately 30x55 yards, no boards; U6 field size will be approximately 30 x 27 yards, no boards). Teams may participate in USA CUP Opening Ceremonies and all USA CUP activities SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 15 - 19: Schwan’s USA Cup Where: 1700 105th Ave NE, Blaine, MN 55449, USA Contact: Colleen Bourdon Tel: (800) 535-4730 Fax: (763) 785-5699, Email: market@usacup.org Website: www.usacup.org Canadian Contact: For more information in Canada contact Canadian Agent Bert Lobo Tel: (416) 846-4866 Fax: (416) 441-1757 Email: tournament@rogers.com Eligible Teams: Boys and Girls U9 – U10 (July 18 – 19 only), U11 – U12, U13 – U19 Entry Fee: $245 - $465 Additional Information: Please visit website: www.usacup.org for the application form, U9 - U10 is a jamboreestyle event, U11 through U19, two tiered format full length games: Gold flight and Silver flight, premier sites, over 50 fields in one location, 14,000 players, 400 games played daily. Constant activity on over 700 acres with Olympic-style ceremonies and over two dozen activities and clinics. College coaches recruiting, International

competition, and many soccer related activities. Over 20 U.S. states and 17 countries represented and is the largest international youth soccer tournament in the Western Hemisphere. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

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August 15 - 17: Twin City Classic Where: hosted by Twin City Youth Soccer Association at BB&T Soccer Park, Winston-Salem, NC, Contact: Greg Snipes Tel: 336-682-1114 Email: tournaments@twincitysoccer.com Website: www.twincitytournaments.com Divisions/Age: Girls U10 – U19, Boys U10 – 14 August 22 - 24: Soccer City Classic Where: Troy Soccer Club, Michigan Contact: Paul Sharp Email: pbsharp.troysc@hotmail.com Website: www.soccercityclassic.com Divisions/Age: Male and Female Entry Deadline: June 23, 2014 Entry Fee: $500 - $595 Additional Information: After a few years hiatus, the Troy Soccer Club looks to make the return of the Soccer City Classic a destination tournament for clubs from across the region. Our tournament headquarters will be at Firefighter’s Park with additional games at local parks and schools all within a 10 mile radius of Firefighters Park. Troy is great location for our tournament, as it is centrally located between I-696 and M-59 with I-75 running through the heart of city. Troy can also be easily reached from Ontario, Canada. There are a number of hotels and resturant options located within 10 minutes from all of our fields. In addition to this, Troy is home to the Somerset Collection, Oakland Mall and many other unique as well as national restaurants and stores. August 30 – September 1: Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier presented by AS Roma Football Club Where: ESPN Wide World of Sports

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Complex, Orlando Florida Contact: Michael LeBlanc in Canada Tel: (855) 226-9233 Email: michael.leblanc@merit.ca Website: http://espnwwos.disney. go.com/events/soccer/pre-seasonsoccer-kick-off/ Divisions/Age: Boys U15 – U18, Girls U15 – U18 Entry Fee: $475 - $775 Entry Deadline: June 27, 2014 Additional Information: Disney Soccer Showcase Qualifier presented by AS Roma Football Club maybe your ticket to the Proving Ground. The top two finishers in each age group at the Qualifier will earn an automatic berth into the Disney Soccer Showcase presented by AS Roma Football Club (U15-U18) in December, and the winners will be guaranteed a spot in the top flight. This is an FYSA Sanctioned Tournament, which is open to all USSF affiliated organizations for boys and girls. Open to state cup or higher level teams. Register at disneysoccer.com.

SEPTEMBER

September 5 - 7: Lightning Cup Where: Rochester Soccer Club, Rochester Michigan Contact: Annalisa Van Houton Email: avanhouton20@gmail.com Website: www.lightningcup.com Divisions/Age: Male and Female Entry Deadline: August 10, 2014 Entry Fee: $550 - $650 Additional Information: Team acceptance to the Lightning Cup Tournament will be completed by the “Selection Committee”. Notifications are sent to all teams on a rolling basis. The selection process is assisted by the information provided to the tournament on your applicationexample - team records, level of play, out of town/state vs local teams (to achieve a balance), performance in post-season tournaments , etc. It is important to provide as much information as possible to assist the committee in properly evaluating your team.

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September 19 - 21: Force Football Club Invitational Where: Force Football Club Contact: Annalisa Van Houton Email: avanhouton20@gmail.com Website: www.forcefootball.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U8 – U19 Entry Deadline: August 20, 2014 Entry Fee: $550 - $650 Additional Information: The Force Football Club would like to invite you to the 2014 Force Football Club Invitational There will be quality competition for all levels of play.   Applications: Applications will be considered from Premier and Select teams. After you have applied and receive your TEAM ID NUMBER, please take the time to reveiw the information. You can visit the web address below to make edits to your application, if needed. Any changes to application can be made online until Aug. 8, 2014. http:// www.forcefcinvitational.com

OCTOBER

October 24 – 26: Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Tournament Where: Host Club – Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club Contact: Roger Tabor Tel: 702-258-0279 Email: downtownLVSC@aol.com Website: www.LVMayorsCup.com Divisions/Age: Boys and Girls U8 - U15 Entry Fee: $515 - $750 ($400 Discount to Canadian Teams) Entry Deadline: September 5, 2014. Additional Information: The City of Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase, is Co-Hosted by the City of Las Vegas and Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club. The “Platinum Ranked” City of Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Tournament, is Co-Hosted by the City of Las Vegas and Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club. Last year’s tournament had teams from 11 different states associations as well as Russia, Canada and Mexico. We offer Gold & Silver levels for Boys & Girls, U8-U15. U11 teams will have a choice of playing 8 v. 8 or 11 v 11 sided games. All U8-U10 teams will play 8 v. 8. Teams are guaranteed 3

games. Individual awards are offered for 1st and 2nd Place. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

FEBRUARY

February 14 – 16, 2015: Las Vegas Mayor’s Cup International Showcase Where: Host Club – Downtown Las Vegas Soccer Club Contact: Roger Tabor Tel: 702-258-0279 Email: downtownLVSC@aol.com Website: www.LVMayorsCup.com Divisions/Age: Boys U14 – U19, Girls U14 – U19 Entry Fee: $1,200 ($400 Discount to Canadian Teams) Entry Deadline: December 24, 2014 Additional Information: The Showcase tournament is an opportunity for teams to play before college coaches and recruiters from around the country. The tournament will be offered to Boys & Girls, U14 to U19. Teams are guaranteed 4 games, and 18 tickets to LV ProSoccer Challenge. Individual awards are offered for 1st and 2nd Place. This tournament is played on the World-Class fields constructed exclusively for soccer by the City of Las Vegas. It is held over the President’s Day weekend. Average Temperatures were 64F in 2013. Las Vegas has extremely easy and affordable airport access from most of the USA, and offers an entire array of Hotel/Motel opportunities. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

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APRIL

April 16 - 20: Mediterranean International Cup Where: Verona, Italy Contact: Jim Risher, National Director Eurotech Soccer Tours Tel: 1-800-679-9830 Fax: 1-888-370-2190 Email: info@eurotechsoccertours.com Website: eurotechsoccertours.com Divisions/Age: Boys U12 – U19 Additional Information: In the classification round, the teams are divided into groups of 4. All of them will meet in a round robin series. The two best teams of each group will go to the play-off. The matches will be played on Natural or artificial high quality grass over 14 locations. April 19 - 20: The Holland Cup Where:. Amsterdam, The Netherlands Premier International Tours Contact: For information in Canada call Shawnna Relke at Premier International Tours Tel: (905) 713-1471, (888) 322-1471 Email: Shawnna@ premierinternationaltours.com Website: www.premierinternationaltours.com Additional Information: International youth soccer tournament: Holland Cup: “The World of international soccer”. Dozens of nationalities and more than 200 teams from all over the world come together for an international soccer event filled with football and entertainment. The Holland Cup proves that soccer knows no borders and is a tournament of Olympic status. Next to the boys tournament, an international tournament has been created some years ago specifically for girls teams the international soccer tournament in Almere. The experienced organizers offer an efficiently designed program which leaves room for a visit to Amsterdam –

because that is naturally one reason why their foreign guests come. The Holland Cup: an international youth soccer tournament, where taking part is at least as important as winning.

JUNE

June 29 – July 1: The Italy Cup Where:. Rimini, Italy Contact: For information in Canada call Shawnna Relke at Premier International Tours Tel: (905) 713-1471, (888) 322-1471 Email: Shawnna@ premierinternationaltours.com Website: www.premierinternationaltours.com Additional Information: The Italy Cup international youth soccer tournament includes a superb mix of great atmosphere, lovely seaside resorts and exciting international soccer competition. The town of Rimini is a pleasant seaside resort on the Riviera Romagnola, a great travel destination for youth soccer teams. In addition to featuring beautiful sandy beaches, Rimini has an atmospheric center with some lively shopping streets and pleasant terraces. The local soccer stadium is the focal point of this European soccer tournament where the tournament finals and the opening and closing ceremonies will be held. The international youth soccer tournaments kick off in Rimini’s historic city center with the opening ceremony in the Romeo Neri stadium, home of AC Rimini 1912, who play in the Lega Pro Seconda Divisione (formerly Serie C). Thanks to an experienced team led by Barbara Buratti, guests staying in Rimini, modern Riccione or the authentic harbour town and resort of Cesenatico are sure to be extremely well looked after. A special reception will be held for soccer coaches and team managers.

JULY

July 7 - 12: Donosti Cup Where: Spain Contact: Jim Risher, National Director Eurotech Soccer Tours Tel: 1-800-679-9830 Fax: 1-888-370-2190 Email: info@eurotechsoccertours.com Website: eurotechsoccertours.com Divisions/Age: Boys U10 – U19, Girls U12 – U17 Additional Information: One of Spain’s best regarded and largest soccer tournaments, the 21st annual Donosti Cup takes place in the stunning northern coastal city of San Sebastian. Expecting about 200 teams representing 29 countries, a strong representation of Spain’s top youth clubs and with a spectacular opening ceremony of 28,000 participants, the Donosti Cup is undoubtedly one of the most exciting summer tournaments offered. July 7 - 12: Upper Austria Cup Where: Austria Contact: Jim Risher, National Director Eurotech Soccer Tours Tel: 1-800-679-9830 Fax: 1-888-370-2190 Email: info@eurotechsoccertours.com Website: eurotechsoccertours.com Divisions/Age: Boys U9 – U17, Girls 15, Women Open Additional Information: This popular tournament in a beautiful Austrian setting will be a real breath of fresh air for soccer enthusiasts! Set in the town of Wels, near Linz, over several days in July, there will be time to enjoy the stunning scenery and mountains of the region as well as the special local hospitality. Tours to the Upper Austria Cup also allow great sightseeing possibilities in Salzburg and Vienna, as well as over the border to the German city of Munich. Wels is a town with about InsideSOCCER 51

60,000 inhabitants. It is on a direct route between Salzburg and Vienna. It is a safe, clean und tourist-friendly town that also has numerous sports and cultural attractions. Not far from Wels lies the picturesque Salzkammergut - a very popular destination due to its mountains and famous 5 lakes! July 13 – 19: Gothia Cup Where: Sweden Contact: Jim Risher, National Director Eurotech Soccer Tours Tel: 1-800-679-9830 Fax: 1-888-370-2190 Email: info@eurotechsoccertours.com Website: eurotechsoccertours.com Divisions/Age: Boys U11 – U18, Girls U12 – U19 Additional Information: Join Sweden and the rest of the world this summer at what is considered the “World Youth Cup” of international soccer tournaments and where Gothia Cup winners often describe themselves as “world champions”. The atmosphere surrounding the opening of the Gothia Cup is nothing less than electric with 40,000 spectators, all dancing and singing in an Olympic style ceremony. The city of Gothenburg, Sweden’s second largest city, is host to this world class event with a variety of activities including, shopping at Scandinavia’s largest mall, nightly disco, amusement parks, the famed Gothia Super Match (an exhibition match between IFK Gothenburg and one of Europe’s top teams; past teams have included Liverpool, Lazio and Borussia Dortmund), Gothia Center (a large meeting area for players and coaches featuring competitions, basketball, internet surfing, etc.), local sightseeing and a colorful leaders party! We believe that a prerequisite for a perfect tournament experience is a hosting city that really cares. We want the citizens to support you as an audience as well as being your hosts in the streets. Gothenburg is a city with half a million inhabitants. We guarantee that everyone knows and cares about the Gothia Cup and our guests.

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July 14 – 19: The Gothia Cup Where:. Gothenburg, Sweden Contact: For information in Canada call Shawnna Relke at Premier International Tours Tel: (905) 713-1471, (888) 322-1471 Email: Shawnna@ premierinternationaltours.com Website: www.premierinternationaltours.com Additional Information: The Gothia Cup is an international soccer tournament that since its beginning in 1975 has grown to over 1,500 teams representing more than 70 countries. The opening ceremony at Ullevi Stadium attracts 50,000 spectators and international soccer participants, while 1,100 volunteers guarantee that this will remain the international soccer tournament of all international soccer tournaments! First-class international soccer competition on first-class soccer fields is only part of this great festive week. Located on Sweden’s beautiful west coast, Gothenburg offers all the excitement of a major seaport city, as well as fine beaches, water sports, boat trips, shopping and dining, making it a great travel destination for youth soccer teams. The 2014 Gothia Cup will again be the world’s largest and most prestigious international soccer party for both soccer players and soccer fans. July 21 - 26: The Dana Cup Where:. Hjorring, Denmark Contact: For information in Canada call Shawnna Relke at Premier International Tours Tel: (905) 713-1471, (888) 322-1471 Email: Shawnna@ premierinternationaltours.com Website: www.premierinternationaltours.com Additional Information: Come and meet the rest of the world at the Dana Cup 2014, the World’s most international youth soccer tournament with 90% foreign teams. More than 100 nations over the years have sent soccer teams to the Dana Cup. They come to play international soccer, but also because of the fantastic international atmosphere. The Dana Cup is a sporting challenge

mixed with a cultural experience where young soccer players regardless of borders, skin color, politics and religion can meet in a safe environment. Each year the tournament is proud to welcome the rest of the soccer world to Hjørring. July 26 - 31: Warrior Keele Cup Where: Keele, England Contact: Jim Risher, National Director Eurotech Soccer Tours Tel: 1-800-679-9830 Fax: 1-888-370-2190 Email: info@eurotechsoccertours.com Website: eurotechsoccertours.com Divisions/Age: Boys U12 – U17, Girls U15 – U18 Additional Information: The Warrior Keele Cup is Britain’s largest soccer tournament attracting over 300 teams from 25 nations offering your team the opportunity to compete against international teams and enjoy a memorable stay in this truly great soccer city. Manchester is world famous as the home of English Premier League (EPL) clubs Manchester United and Manchester City. The festival offers the unique experience to visit Manchester United’s world famous Old Trafford Stadium, Museum, the new “Megastore”! July 27 – August 2: Norway Cup Where:. Olso, Norway Contact: For information in Canada call Shawnna Relke at Premier International Tours Tel: (905) 713-1471, (888) 322-1471 Email: Shawnna@ premierinternationaltours.com Website: www.premierinternationaltours.com Additional Information: The Norway Cup is the biggest international youth soccer tournaments in the world. More than 1400 international youth soccer teams travel from many different countries to participate in this well organized international youth soccer tournament, located in the capital of Norway, Oslo. All soccer tournament games will be played on grass soccer fields! This international youth soccer tournament has a rich soccer tradition and will take place for the 41st time in 2014.

ACADEMIES & CAMPS Bryst International Inc. Summer Camps Where: 2525 Vivian Road, Newmarket, Ontario, L3 Y 4W1 Contact: Cindy Miller Tel: 905-898-8141 Fax: 905-895-0699 Email: cindy@brystinternational.com Website: www.brystinternational.com Additional Information: Full and half day camp options at the Kix4Kidz, Elite and Top Dogs levels. SEE ADVERTISEMENT Challenger Sports Summer Camps Contact: Joe Medcalf Tel: 1.800.309.0212 Email: jmedcalf@challengersports.com Website: www.challengersports.com Additional Information: Challenger Sports offers a complete range of

summer camps providing separate British, Brazilian and American themed campprograms with instruction for all ages and abilities. Approximately 1,200 British, 100 Brazilian and 50 US coaches are carefully selected by Challenger from over two thousand potential candidates. They are all committed and talented coaches, but more importantly they love children and understand how we teach new skills, build confidence and have fun all at the same time! Clarkson Football Academy Summer Camps (July – August) Where: 2133 Royal Windsor Dr. Unit #18 Mississauga, ON L5J 1K5 Contact: Goretti Folkins Tel: 905-823-1911 Fax: 905-823-3784

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June 30 – July 4: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Burlington Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 7 – 11: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Markham Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT July 14 - 18: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Woodbridge Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT 54 March/April 2014

July 21 - 25: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Welland Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

August 11 - 15: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Ottawa Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

July 28 – August 1: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Welland Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

August 18 - 22: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Montreal Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

August 4 - 8: Real Madrid Summer Camp – Toronto Where: Real Madrid Summer Camps Offices, 176 Cherry Street, Toronto, Ontario, M5A 3L1 Contact: Robert Ortali Tel: 1.844.376.2267 Fax: 416.466.0454 Email: info@frmcanada.ca Website: www.frmcanada.ca Entry Fee: $525 Additional Information: The Real Madrid Foundation project in Canada is the product of a strategic partnership between Soccerworld in Toronto, SOXNA in Madrid, as well the Real Madrid Foundation and their coaches. SEE ADVERTISEMENT

USC Elite Summer Camps Address: USC Academy, 1500 Avenue Road, Box 1336, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5M 0A1 Contact: Klaus Baeorf Tel: 416-782-1248 Fax: 416-782-2767 Email: info@usc-academy.ca Website: www.usc-academy.ca Additional Information: Elite Camp 1: Havergal College: July 7 - 11, 9 am - 4 pm (full day, age 8 -16 ). Elite Camp 2: Bayview Glen School: August 25 - 28, 9 am - 4 pm (full day, age 8 - 16). The ANB Academy International ID Camp Address: The ANB Acadey, 23 Trish Dr.,

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Richmond Hill, ON L4E 5C5,Canada Contact: Bassam Naim Tel: (905) 313-8661 Email: bassam@anbfutbol.com Website: www.anbfutbol.com Additional Information: ID Camp Location – CDS: the home & training grounds of The ANB Academy. Scouts and Coaches from France, England, Italy, Spain, Germany, and Romania will be in attendance. Stay tuned for additional details. Power Soccer School of Excellence Summer Camps  Address: Power Soccer Academy, 2763 Teak Cres., Oakville ON L6J 7M6 Contact: Liam Power – Academy Director Tel: (905-829.0562 Fax: (905)-829-9509 Email: liam@powersoccer.ca Website: www.powersoccer.ca Additional Information: July to August. A program geared to the 6-7 year stage of development. Children are instructed in core soccer skills and good soccer habits through age appropriate skill exercise and games. The program emphasizes coordination and movement in soccer, presented in skill exercises

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and small sided soccer games designed to make a positive impact on the development of the young player. Players are introduced to competition in a fun way and achieve success through skill training as well as game play. Power Soccer School of Excellence Summer Camps - Soccer Essential U8 Half Day Camp Address: Power Soccer Academy, 2763 Teak Cres., Oakville ON L6J 7M6 Contact: Liam Power – Academy Director Tel: (905-829.0562 Fax: (905)-829-9509 Email: liam@powersoccer.ca Website: www.powersoccer.ca Additional Information: A program geared to the 6-7 year stage of development. Children are instructed in core soccer skills and good soccer habits through age appropriate skill exercise and games. The program emphasizes coordination and movement in soccer, presented in skill exercises and small sided soccer games designed to make a positive impact on the development of the young player. Players are introduced to competition in a fun way and achieve success through skill training as well as game play.

Power Soccer School of Excellence Summer Camps - Soccer Sense Address: Power Soccer Academy, 2763 Teak Cres., Oakville ON L6J 7M6 Contact: Liam Power – Academy Director Tel: (905-829.0562 Fax: (905)-829-9509 Email: liam@powersoccer.ca Website: www.powersoccer.ca Additional Information: A program designed for players in an age group/ playing level who have reasonable skills and who are now capable of problem solving. This program is geared to players who compete in House League/ Recreational programs or who may play in their school. The coach works on having the player refine his/her basic ball skills while beginning to learn more about the concepts of space, support and movement off the ball. The Power Soccer program uses creative and challenging games to improve ball control, passing, dribbling, defending and shooting.

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Canada’s National SPORT By Les Jones, Covershots Inc. TFC is not the first Toronto Football Club -

That honour goes to Toronto FBC, a club formed over a century before, in 1884, following a name change by the East Toronto club and when football was two words. They played ‘the kicking game’ although they may also have played rugby and were known in the vernacular not as TFC but as the ‘Torontos.’ They lost their first game to British American Business College 1–0 and also lost to Berlin High School but managed a tie with Brampton Wasps. This was a marginally better start than TFC, who lost their first four games, failing to score, but then went on to a quartet of successes in the Canadian Championship for the Voyageurs Cup and performed creditably in the CONCACAF Champions League.

The Vancouver 86ers can boast one of the most impressive unbeaten a in North American sport It was a remarkable 14-month unbeaten streak, lasting from June 7, 1988, to August 8, 1989. Following a loss to the North York Rockets, the 86ers went on a jet-propelled run of 46 games, racking up 37 wins and nine ties, before hitting the wall against the Edmonton Brick Men. Nonetheless, the team retained the CSL title that year, beating Hamilton Steelers 3–2 in front of 8,000 fans at Swangard stadium. The team was inducted into the BC Sports Hall of Fame in 2004.

The Montreal Impact suffered one of the most heartbreaking losses in Canadian history. It was February 2009, the quarter-final of the CONCACAF Championship round. The Impact had surprised everyone with a convincing 2–0 win over Mexican 2008 Clausura champions Santos Laguna in the first leg.The second leg was probably the first soccer match ever played in Montreal in the middle of winter, and it was played indoors at the Olympic Stadium rather than at the regular home ground of Saputo Stadium. Impressively, the game attracted an Impact and CONCACAF Champions League record crowd of 55,571. Despite being outplayed by the skilful Guerreros, Montreal astounded even itself by taking a 2–1 half-time lead. With away goals counting double in the event of an aggregate tie, Montreal could afford to concede three more second half goals and still progress. At the end of regulation time they were losing the tie 3–2 but were ahead 4–3 on aggregate. Only two goals in extra time could end their dreams of an appearance in FIFA’s Club World Championship and a potential game with Barcelona! Incredibly, two goals in the final minute saw Montreal eliminated. It wasn’t the first time Montreal had given up late goals. In the opening match of Scotland’s 1927 tour of Canada, Montreal was four minutes away from a memorable and unexpected victory. However in front of a then-record crowd of some 10,000 they conceded two late goals, the winner from the penalty spot, and lost 3–2. Scotland went on to win 18 of their remaining 19 games, losing only to the Toronto All-Stars, but beating Ontario – which featured the same 11 players –10-0.

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COACH DAVE: MY CORNER

FIT FACTS

NEW TEAM? EVALUATE THEN PLAN YOUR PRE-SEASON BY DAVE KENNY In the last issue of Inside Soccer Magazine, I wrote that I would be coaching with a new, smaller club for the upcoming season. After more than twenty years affiliated with the Guelph Soccer Club, I decided to coach closer to home and agreed to take a position with Fergus-Elora and District Soccer (FEDS). An old teammate is the Technical Director with FEDS and he had been encouraging me to join his club since I moved to the community nearly four years ago. FEDS does not have the resources or facilities that Guelph has but that does not prevent the club from instituting similar programs for its players. Nor, as I was very quick to discover, does it affect the enthusiasm of the players. After a relaxing four month sabbatical, between my last game in Guelph and first session with FEDS, my personal gas tank was re-fueled. It was my first extended rest period in the past four years and it got me ready to attack my new position with vigour. Previously, winter training started a couple of weeks after the outdoor season ended. With FEDS, the winter training started during, well, the winter! After an introductory coaches’ meeting,, my first session with my new U12 team was scheduled. The temperature was colder than minus twenty Celsius outside, but fortunately, our training session was booked for the local high school gym. FEDS does not have the luxury of its own dome

and turf facility so most of its winter training sessions and winter leagues are conducted in local schools. On opening Sunday, I was pleased I would not be forced to begin my new assignment inside a cold dome. From my initial discussions with the Technical Director, Rick, it was very clear that Guelph and FEDS have both committed to the same type of programPlayer Development First and Foremost! (This is why I also accepted the position of Junior Development Officer, overseeing the u8-u10 program). The question I needed answered was “How far along was the development?” In order to properly prepare for my season and develop my action plan for player improvement, I first needed to assess the skill level of each of the players. Not only was I unaware of the talent level, but I was also unsure of how many players would even show up to our first training. After all, a new coach, unknown to all players, can be daunting to some. Guelph has a registration of around 4200 players including 30 travelling teams. FEDS, on the other hand, have 1400 players and 14 travel teams. In Guelph I would get at least 40 players to attend the winter sessions. In a small town like Fergus, other sports schedules need to be respected.

Simply put, in Fergus we do not have the numbers to be able to tell the players they need to make a choice of which sport to play. To be honest, I also do not believe players should make a choice. I like the idea of players participating in other sports, particularly in younger age groups. I strongly believe there are benefits from cross-training that the clubs running year round are missing. (Even Wayne Gretzky did not play hockey all year round). As it turns out, attendance at my first session was 11 players and another 6 who came late due to hockey commitments. Twenty or twenty-one is apparently the maximum number to expect overall, so seventeen in attendance at an initial session was not bad, especially in the middle of a snow storm. My initial evaluation involved some simple ball skills including dribbling, turns, passing and receiving. I am a big proponent of the Coerver method of coaching, which includes “ball mastery” as the first step of the training pyramid. Using some of the Coerver moves and turns, for evaluation purposes, is an excellent assessment tool. For those coaches unfamiliar with Coerver, I urge you to educate yourself by looking up the videos or attending a Coerver Clinic. (www.coerver.com) After my initial “Coever” testing, I discovered the level of my u12 group is quite varied. We have some very advanced players that will definitely lead the pack, as well as a few with some catching up to do. What I love is that all the players are keen to learn and willing to try new things. As a coach, I would rather work with players who want to learn than those who already “know it all.” Often young players are reluctant to try difficult tasks for fear of failure, especially in front of a new coach. To overcome this, I introduced the moves in slow motion which made the skills much easier to visualize and duplicate. As a result, the players were able to gain confidence and thus increase the tempo InsideSOCCER 59

in a very short period of time. Individual improvement and interest in improving, was clearly evident. After my Coerver introduction to the players, we progressed to a game scenario where players had to use one of their new found moves prior to scoring a goal. At the end of our first ninety minutes session, I could definitely see an improvement in every one of the players in attendance. That is instant gratification for me, a coach who promises parents every year that I will make their child a better player. After returning home and assessing the group as a whole, I knew where I would concentrate my attention for the balance of my twelve week winter training. Ball skills, ball skills and more ball skills would be followed by 1v1 and other small sided games. Game tactics would not be introduced until much closer to the start of the season. With my revised enthusiasm I developed practice plans, for the next six sessions, with the flexibility built in to alter sessions as skill, interest and time permits. It is important to continually evaluate the progress to ensure that the players are challenged and remain interested each and every session. This ensures the continuation of the development of the player. Now that my “technical” pre-season had been planned, in order to properly prepare for the summer, I had to let the parents know what my intentions are for the upcoming season. Playing in the u12 age group in Ontario, there are restrictions in the distance travelled for games and participation in tournaments or festivals. This has altered my normal projected seasonal adventures. I like at least one weekend away each season. I believe it not only creates a great soccer experience but it also helps life skill development as well. In order to introduce myself, talk about my goals and aspirations, I scheduled a brief parents’ meeting immediately following our first session. It is important for a new coach, in a new club, to keep the parents informed so that everyone knows what to expect and hopefully everyone will work together for the betterment of the group as a whole. After introducing myself and my “Coaches’ Code” (see below) the first question I answered was how many players would make the team. Since we 60 March/April 2014

are playing at an age where scores are not kept and standings are abolished, my answer was very simple. “I will take as many as want to come out”. We are permitted to carry up to 25 players, some of which can be assigned to the house league. I explained that my responsibility is to all the players and therefore all will have an opportunity to develop. “Ideally,” I said, “I would like to have enough players come out on a regular and consistent basis that we could field two teams but the numbers right now will not allow that to happen.” Not cutting players is a difficult concept for parents to accept, especially if they are rep hockey parents, where players have been cut since they were seven years old. How can we possibly win if we don’t put our best line up on the field? My response is simply this, the wins will come when the development occurs. My promise to parents is to improve the

Inside Soccer Magazine, releasing players is the worst part of coaching youth teams. Under the FEDS system, no player will be “cut.” Some players will train with the rep team, participate in some games and play regularly in the house league as well. This is a great way to develop players and ensure a player pool for the future, especially when we progress to 11-a-side soccer. My parent meeting also brought up the question of what should happen if there is a conflict between hockey and soccer. Years ago, hockey and soccer seasons did not conflict. Now, with spring hockey tryouts and winter soccer, there definitely is a time when there will be a conflict. My opinion on this is a bit different from many soccer coaches and Technical Directors throughout Ontario. The guidelines for player development now encourage a 10 or 11 month program. (This is emphasized in the

COACHES’ CODE OF BEHAVIOUR: Ten Simple Rules To Live By 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.

Remember players’ play for fun and winning is not everything Respect a player’s dignity; do not yell at a player for making a mistake or ridicule for being on a losing team; avoid overly negative feedback Offer ALL players the opportunity to learn the skills and techniques to succeed Be reasonable in your demands of players’ time and energy Teach players to abide by the rules of the game, play within the spirit of the game and ensure players respect team mates, opponents and officials at all time Give all players an equal opportunity to play in games, based on team rules, effort, training, attitude and injury. (This does not necessarily mean “equal playing time” in competitive teams) Ensure that equipment and facilities meet a safety standard suitable to the age of the players Place the safety of players above all, particularly when returning from injury or receiving an injury. Follow the advice of a physician when determining the extent of an injury Ensure players are good representatives of their parents, team, club and town. Remember actions are reflective of the perception others take away Ensure all team staff abide by the same code of behaviour as the coach and players

players NOT win games. This is going to be a unique season for me. This is my first year coaching in a league that will not keep stats and my first year playing 9 a-side. Next season, results will matter and we return to 11 a-side. As a result, I am going to use this season as an opportunity to prepare as many players as I can to be ready for the “competition” of u13. As I wrote in the previous issue of

OPDL mandate). Even in Guelph, we were encouraged not to select players who could not attend winter training. My personal policy is simple. If there is a conflict, during “hockey season”, September to March, go to hockey. During “soccer season,” which is May to September, go to soccer. I expect players to finish the sport that is in season, when there is a conflict. A coach should accept the fact that there will be players who

play multiple sports, particularly in a small town. It is not a “lack of dedication” if a player misses winter training sessions in order to fulfill other commitments. It is life skills being developed- the ability to prioritize. Just because I think children should participate in multiple sports or activities, it does not mean I do not agree that there are benefits of year round soccer training. Operating a ten or eleven month schedule means thousands of extra touches on the ball. The more often a player has a ball at his feet, the better he will become. What I am concerned about is the cost that has become associated with winter or indoor soccer. Soccer has always been seen as a “cheap” sport and one of the reasons why soccer has become the largest participation sport for Canadian children. Indoor soccer is changing that reputation. With domes and other indoor facilities popping up

all over Ontario, it is becoming difficult to fill the available space and clubs that control their own facilities are feeling the pinch. Domes are expensive to operate and are often only utilized for six or seven months a year and only for about six hours a day. The high costs of operating indoor soccer centres also puts pressure on Technical Directors to develop new programs. More programs means more rental time. More rental time equals increased revenues. As more programs are added, the cost is ultimately passed along to the players. The annual cost to play travel team soccer in Guelph is approximately $600 plus $225 for the mandatory winter sessions. That is over $800 before the season even starts. It is also before fundraising, tournaments, hotels and gasoline. By contrast, FEDS registration for a travel player is $240-345 depending on age and level of play. There

is no additional charge for indoor training as the club covers all rental fees. Guelph has a dome, FEDS use school gyms. The FEDS winter training program is watched closely by the Technical Director. Rick has put in place a futsal based program, which is ideal for player development. A futsal ball is smaller than a regular ball and is weighted to decrease bounce. As a result, the ball is at a player’s feet more often and not bouncing away. More possession means more touches. More touches mean more development. More development gets my team ready for the outdoor season. Good plan in my books!

DRILL OF THE MONTH: “FIRST TOUCH SHOT” “First Touch Shot” is a shooting drill that encourages players to gain possession and get a shot away as quickly as possible. It is the next progression following “Take The Shot” outlined in the last issue of Inside Soccer Magazine, and uses the same set up.

SET UP • Set up a 40yd long x30yd wide grid with a goalpost at each end of the length- one goalkeeper in each goal • Grid size can be altered for younger age groups • Divide the squad into 4 even teams, 4 different team colours • Keep a selection of balls inside the goals at each end

START • 2 Teams start on the field and two teams “rest” outside the field of play, each team on the field defends one of the goals and attacks the other • 1 goalkeeper starts play by throwing a ball out to a teammate

THE GAME

• Ensure proper shooting technique is used and proper body position

• Once a team gains possession of the ball, it attempts to score against the opposing ‘keeper as quickly as possible, by keeping possession until passing to a player who will shoot at goal . The player taking the shot MUST do so on his/her first touch.

VARIATIONS

• If the opposing team gains possession, it attacks the opposite end

• Have the goalkeeper add an extra ball if there are not enough shots

• If a goal is scored or a shot misses the net, the defending goalkeeper throws another ball into play, from inside his net

• Minimize the number of passes before a shot is taken

• The two teams “resting” should act as ball boys to make sure there is an adequate supply of balls at all times • The game continues for a set time period (suggest 5 minutes) and then teams 3 and 4 enter the field and teams 1 and 2 rest

COACHING POINTS • Encourage players to shoot when the opportunity exists- do NOT overdribble

• Encourage players to be vocal. Players should call for the ball and give teammates information i.e. “Man-On” or “Shoot”

• Alter the number of players per team or time of game

WHY THIS WORKS • Players love shooting drills • Players learn to shoot with minimal touches • Players learn to properly position their body for first time shots • Players learn quick transition from defending to attacking and back to defending • Communication improves

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The Golden Boot: Luis Suarez There is simply no forward more in form than Luis Suarez is for Liverpool. That goal scoring touch will translate smoothly with Uruguay, making Suarez a safe bet for at least four or five goals. Is that enough to take the top scorer’s title? Certainly! Last time around, Thomas Müller took the title but he, too, only scored five goals and notched three assists. Suarez is in the prime of his career playing South American football in South America, in a Brazilian climate that is favourable to Uruguay and not so favourable to European sides. In the 2014 FIFA World Cup, no forward is more capable of scoring goals in bunches than Luis Suarez.

Group Stage Upset: England Call it the group of death if you’d like, and you’d be right, since both England and Italy face stiff competition in Group D. Costa Rica should be a walk in the park for the two, but Uruguay most certainly won’t be. I’m throwing my hat in the Uruguayan ring and will comfortably predict that Diego Forlan and co. will move on to the next round, leaving one of Italy or England on the outs. Who will it be? Well, Italy was knocked out early in the last World Cup and has learned its lesson, but England’s aging side coupled with inexperienced young internationals makes them the most vulnerable for a group stage upset.

World Cup Runner Up: Brazil Yes! This is the boldest prediction in the list. Brazil is a heavy favourite for the World Cup, having beaten Spain in the Confederations Cup and proving itself under Luiz Felipe Scolari. With goalkeeper Julio Cesar, and wingers Oscar and Neymar, Brazil is a side that should cruise to the final. The only team that can beat them is Germany, but despite their strength, this final requires Portugal to top Group G so that Brazil can meet Germany in the final and not in the semi-finals. A BrazilGermany final would be a treat to watch but ultimately, it’s tough seeing Brazil actually win the title at home.’

TOP10 WORLD CUP By Armen Bedakian

The Dark Horse: Belgium Though Germany, Spain and Brazil will be favourites for the tournament, one team that should be fun to watch is Belgium. This is a dark horse team through and through, filled from top to bottom with quality players. You don’t need to look far to find talent young and old in Belgium. Between Vincent Kompany, Romelu Lukaku, Marouane Fellaini and Eden Hazard, Belgium is a strong team that could just surprise a few people this time around.

The Golden Glove: Manuel Neuer The predication for best goalkeeper is made easy when taking into account the pure level of quality that Manuel Neuer has for Germany. He is an elite goalkeeper in every meaning of the word. Sure, he’ll face competition in the form of Spain’s Iker Casillas (who hasn’t featured as much with Real Madrid these days) and Italy’s Gianluigi Buffon (aging well but nearing his final playing days). Still, when it comes to goalkeeper prowess, Neuer stands alone.

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The Golden Ball: Neymar Regardless of whether or not Brazil wins the World Cup, the Golden Ball is certainly Neymar’s to lose. He’s going into the tournament with the weight of a nation on his shoulders and the eyes of the world on his back. Those expectations have never fazed the Brazilian maestro before, and on the grand stage, Neymar’s swagger and confidence will translate well. The Golden Ball is given to the tournament M.V.P. and if Brazil shows in the tournament, it most certainly will be because of Neymar’s skill and quality.

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World Cup Winners: Germany Like Bayern Munich, Germany is the best team in the world who somehow didn’t win the major international tournament they should have won. Or so the sentiment goes, after finishing just shy of a final spot in the last World Cup. From roster spots 1 to 23, Germany is filled with class and quality, a World Cup champion quality side.

Best Young Player: Mario Götze He is, by far, the best young player in the tournament. Götze possesses the kind of quality in his first touch that comes around once or twice a generation. His vision and goal scoring ability is matched by his intelligence and chance creation. He is a complete footballer already for Bayern Munich and for Germany. The best young player award is given to players 21 and younger, and while Götze will turn 22 in June, the tournament organizers will surely shoe him in. If not, the award might go to France’s Paul Pogba, who remains young enough to qualify.

Repeating Champions: Nope YFor the better part of the last 12 years, Spain has dominated the world of football. La Furia Roja won the UEFA Euro Cup in 2008, before winning the FIFA World Cup in 2010, and then doubling on the Euro Cup in 2012. Spain then went to the Confederations Cup where Brazil deservedly triumphed. It seems the days of Spanish rule is coming to an end – Xavi and Andres Iniesta are not getting any younger. Up top, neither Fernando Torres nor Roberto Soldado are in superb form, though David Villa and Diego Costa certainly are. In Brazil, Spain will have a tough go of things and it would be difficult to imagine Casillas hoisting the World Cup once again.

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Breakout Star: Eden Hazard One player who will enjoy a breakout World Cup is Eden Hazard. The Belgian winger has been in superb form for Chelsea. He is probably one of the top five footballers in the world right now and just needs an international stage on which to show it off. Chelsea is, of course, a huge side and his talents haven’t gone unnoticed, but Hazard is not a name on the same level of Cristiano Ronaldo or Lionel Messi just yet. But it soon will be. This World Cup is Hazard’s chance to shine, and shine he will.

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After Canada was eliminated from the CONCACAF qualifiers for the 2014 World Cup, coach Stephen Hart chose to fall on the sword, handing in his resignation papers. He was replaced at the helm of the Canadian men’s national team by Colin Miller, who was allowed to take time off from his duties with FC Edmonton to be the interim coach of the men in red. The line of succession saw Hart move over and Miller take the crown before the Canadian Soccer Association finally appointed a new coach — Benito Floro — in the summer of 2013. There weren’t many people who felt worse for Hart than did Miller, who maintained that the 8-1 loss to Honduras, which did in Canada’s hopes for Brazil 2014, was an “aberration” and that the players let Hart down on that awful afternoon in Central America. Hart, now the coach of the Trinidad and Tobago men’s national team, remains a friend of Miller’s. And, the Eddies had great success with Trinidad and Tobago international Carlyle Mitchell; he was a standout defender for FCE through the first half of the 2013 season, after he arrived in the Alberta capital on loan from the Vancouver Whitecaps. But an injury crisis forced the 64 March/April 2014

Whitecaps to recall Mitchell last summer, even though the plan was for him to stay in the NASL for a full season. Mitchell played so well when he got back to Vancouver, he was never sent back to the Eddies. Fast forward to 2014: Mitchell and Hart were keys to FC Edmonton making one of its most important off-season signings. They both worked on Miller, convincing the FC Edmonton boss that T&T international Kareem Moses was set for a move to the NASL — and that the Alberta capital would be the perfect fit. “Carlyle Mitchell was here last season and he and Colin still have a very good relationship,” said Moses, after an FC Edmonton preseason training session in the cozy indoor confines of the Commonwealth Fieldhouse. “Colin talked to Carlyle about a centre back and Carlyle said I might be a good fit, (since) I played with him on the Trinidad and Tobago team. I sent a video of highlights to Colin, and we set something up. He came down to see one of my games and then

he told me he was interested in bringing me on board.” Moses made the move from his domestic club, North East Stars, to FC Edmonton. But he also has CONCACAF Champions League experience, having played in that competition as a member of Joe Public FC. The deal came after Miller’s visit to the Caribbean, where he met with Hart to discuss Moses. There is a bit of irony, here; when Hart was the head coach of the national side, he never called up an FC Edmonton player; his only dips in the NASL pool of Canadian talent came when he made the decision to bring Ali Gerba, then of the NASL’s Montreal Impact, to the 2011 Gold Cup. So maybe to the outsider it is a bit surprising that Hart would become such an enthusiastic booster of FC Edmonton as a place for his T&T players to find work. That’s right, players, not player. Not only did Hart provide a lot of positive feedback about the defender, there were suggestions of other players who could help out FC Edmonton in the future. After seeing the talent firsthand, Miller was convinced; he believes that Trinidad and Tobago is a region that has plenty of undiscovered players, and he hinted there may be more T&T trialists or signings in the future. Moses believes his country could produce many more players for NASL and MLS.

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“It does have a lot of good talent, but it’s hard for the players to get found,” he explained. “We have a lot of really good young stars, actually. But we’re a thirdworld country, so we don’t get a lot of scouts, and it’s so hard for our players to get noticed.” But, Moses admitted that adapting to life with a Canadian club won’t be easy. When he arrived in Edmonton, he was greeted with -20 C temperatures and hiphigh snowbanks. And while FC Edmonton held the first month of its preseason in the great indoors, Moses knows that April and May games will be played in a climate that’s a lot colder than what he’s used to. He’s already got advice on how to stay warm from both Mitchell and FC Edmonton left back, Lance Laing, a Jamaican international. Laing joined FC Edmonton in 2013, from the Fort Lauderdale Strikers. A Jamaican who played a significant chunk of his pro career in south Florida, Laing had to adapt quickly. In fact, the Edmonton Supporters’ Group created a meme entitled “Cold Lance Laing is Cold.” The series featured Laing’s head Photoshopped into a variety of winter scenes. And, Laing made the decision not to go home after the FC Edmonton season was done. He chose to stick out an Alberta winter. Heck, there are many Albertans who don’t try to stick out a whole winter, taking off for Arizona, Hawaii, southern California or Mexico to break up the dreary season.

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Laing played the final home game of FC Edmonton’s season — a win over the Tampa Bay Rowdies — in subzero temperatures and snow. So, what did Laing and Mitchell tell Moses? In cold-weather games, never stop moving your feet. “There are so many things I have to get used to,” said Moses. “I am so used to playing in the heat, now I have to get used to playing in the cold. But this is the life I have chosen. I have to be a good professional, which means that I have to adapt. “Carlyle also spoke to me about the conditions. And the one adjustment you have to make is to always keep yourself warm. You have to wear whatever they provide to you, the Under Armour, the jackets. When you play in the heat, you are warm when you go out on the field, and you stay warm when you are out there. But here, you need to work on staying warm so you don’t get injured. You have to continue to move. When you are on the backline, even when the ball isn’t near you, you have to keep your feet moving.” If Moses adapts, the Edmonton Supporters’ Group may need to launch a “Cold Kareem Moses is Cold” meme.

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