South Sound FC Newsletter
South Sound FC Newsletter April 2009 John Purtteman Inducted to Hall of Fame SSFC Director of Coaching, John Purtteman will be inducted into the Washington State Soccer Association Hall of Fame Saturday May 9th. John has a long distinguished tenure in the state of Washington as a youth player, professional player and trainer. Besides SSFC DOC, John is also head coach at Evergreen State College and Owner of Misty Acres home of Golden Goals Soccer Camp. We will post more information regarding John’s prestigious award as it becomes available from WSSA. WSSA is a Washington State adult soccer association formed to provide the widest opportunity for all adults to participate in the game of soccer.
SSFC Competes Well in State Cups In 2006, SSFC did not have any teams compete in Washington’s most competitive state cup. In 2009, 4 SSFC teams stepped up to the challenge of the state Championship Cup. G94 Crush recovered from a first game loss, to win the next two games and advance to the elimination round. After a difficult spring league G96 Red came back strong in state cup action claiming 3 ties, including a 1-1 battle against 8th ranked Snohomish. G96 Red were one point shy of advancing to the elimination round. G95 Red started strong with a 1-0 win over Harbor FC, but dropped the next two games ending their highly successful season which include 3 tournament championships and a league title. G93 Red, hampered with injuries and spring break vacations, dropped their first two tournament games. However, they easily secured their P2 league status. In challenge cup action, G92 White lost their first game, while G92 Red lit up the goals scoring 8 times in the first two games and will be advancing to the elimination round. State Cups Update: G92 Red advanced to the elimination round, but lost in overtime to Tusk Dolphins 1-2. After dropping first two games, G93 Red tied PDL team Harbor FC 1-1 and won 3-0 over Premier 1 Sparta. G94 Crush advanced to the State Championship Quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Washington Premier. Overall in State Championship competition our GU12-GU15 teams’ recorded a total record of 5-5-4 (G94 still playing). Not bad given the first entry o f some teams in this challenging tournament. This also
exceeds the number of wins that our competitor accumulated even though they entered twice as many teams.
G94 Crush Ties #1 team in Nation After sweeping California and Oregon teams at the RAC in early March, SSFC G94 Red qualified for the semi-finals competition of the Far West League and traveled to California for another test of the nation’s best teams. A tough start for SSFC as they lost to the #1 team from Las Vegas 0-2 and then to Arsenal of California 3-4. Sunday the girls recovered and tied the #1 ranked team in the nation, So. Cal Blues 1-1.
Tryouts Begin Monday May 4th Washington Youth Soccer determines the earliest date tryouts may occur for each age group. This year, different age groups are permitted to start at different times, so pay close attention to the tryout schedules now posted to our website under tryouts. Also, note that the teams forming at tryouts will be for the 2009-2010 season, thus a current U12 team will now be trying out for U13. At U10 and U11, we do not have an official tryout, but rather have the players attend an evaluation session and will form teams as spaces are available. Players may choose a preferred team or coach to ease the transition from recreational play to competitive soccer. SSFC believes the early years of soccer are about player development and providing appropriate competition. Our goal is to introduce as many players as possible to a solid base of soccer skills and develop a passion for the game. Players of like interests and abilities are placed on the same team in later years to further develop their passion and skills of the game at appropriate levels of play. You are SSFC’s best advertisement. Tell others about your club and invite them to tryouts.
Soccer – The Way It Ought To Be In our featured article at the end of the newsletter, a G97 parent proudly describes an outstanding example of sportsmanship and good will between SSFC and a Yakima team during a recent friendly. Read it, be proud, and consider how your team can create similar soccer experiences.
South Sound FC Newsletter April 2009 Poll shows Non-Teens are Text Challenged How many words can you text in a minute? 1-10 (I’m not a teenager) – 33% 11-20 (It’s a new phone) – 14% 21-30 (without looking) – 7% 31-40 (DUH!) – 14% 41-50 (with qwerty keys) – 18% Over 50 (Really??) – 11% New Poll: Now that you’ve experienced 5 exciting games of the Seattle Sounders FC …………. Will the Seattle Sounders FC make the playoffs?
Uniform Coordinator Many thanks to Susan Russell for taking on the club uniform coordination for this year. This year we will be transitioning from existing uniforms to the new uniform which means you can get either version. Please contact Susan for your uniform needs.
2009-2010 Yearbooks After a crazy, extended season, the yearbooks are nearly ready for print. We will plan to have most of them out at tryouts. We will announce when they are ready and options for pick up.
More Soccer Opportunities See our website for upcoming soccer camps and skills competition. We will continue to add events as they become available. Reminder the WYS Soccer Palooza is Saturday May 9th. Attend for all things soccer and get free gifts. The evening dinner will recognize SSFC Coach Scott Woodard for District 7 competitive coach of the year.
Get to Know Thurston County On May 27, Leadership Thurston County invites you to learn more about the recreational, economic and environmental activities and services supported by the bays and inlets of Thurston County –and how to find them. Learn more and/or register.
Next Board Meeting May 12th Time: 7-8pm Location: Lacey Fire Station 1231 Franz St SE Lacey, WA 98503 Get directions
South Sound FC Newsletter April 2009 GOOD OF THE GAME SSFC Members, Please read the email I received below which represents the true spirit of sportsmanship and values of SSFC. You may recall a similar event, when G95R hosted CB United of Moses Lake last year in the state cup after they drove over 400 miles to get here when the pass was closed. I hope to receive more of these type of emails in the future. Thanks for sharing Tony, and Kudos to Mandrell, Andy, and the G97R players and families. Hello Dan, I wanted to make you aware of a very awesome Saturday that involved South Sound FC.
Being the parent of #16 from the South Sound Club, I made the brave decision to walk the sideline of the visting (younger club) to offer encouragement and one extra supporter. I have to compliment Andy Hill and Mandrell Lucky. As I watched from the opposing sideline for the first time as a parent, I noticed the communication, the ball handling skills, position play and progress this team has made. I found myself saying, "This team plays well". At the end of the game, Coach Andy arranged for the two clubs to get together after the game and players from both families got together and enjoyed pizza and refreshments that Leslie Hill was so gracious in bringing to the park.
The U-12 South Sound Girls played a "Friendly" with the "Cheetahs" from Yakima, Washington. The trainer from the Yakima club had previously visited to watch a family member play at Star Fire and was impressed with the players from the South Sound U-12 97 Red team.
I wanted you to know of the good will, the sportsmanship and absolute beautiful representation of SOUTH SOUND FUTBOL CLUB SOCCER that was displayed on the pitch this weekend. For a game that was not on a schedule, not part of a season, not part of a tournament, it was perfect.
Taking advantage of the local connection, the Yakima Coach set up a friendly match that took place this weekend at the RAC.
Be proud of your club, your trainers and your players that are SSFC.
The Yakima club warmed up and experienced their first experience playing on "turf". One player commented, "What's wrong with the grass?"
The SSFC made a permanent impression on a group of new "Friends" from Yakima Washington. Way to go South Sound.!!!
Before the game, the players from both teams met at mid-field. The Yakima club presented the South Sound Club with a fresh box of apples from the Yakima Valley, the players greeted one another with sportsmanship, smiles and respect.
Tony Ramos Proud Parent of #16
SSFC Competes Well in State Cups In 2006, SSFC did not have any teams compete in Washington’s most competitive state cup. In 2009, 4 SSFC teams stepped up to the challenge of the state Championship Cup. G94 Crush recovered from a first game loss, to win the next two games and advance to the elimination round. After a difficult spring league G96 Red came back strong in state cup action claiming 3 ties, including a 1-1 battle against 8th ranked Snohomish. G96 Red were one point shy of advancing to the elimination round. G95 Red started strong with a 1-0 win over Harbor FC, but dropped the next two games ending their highly successful season which include 3 tournament championships and a league title. G93 Red, hampered with injuries and spring break vacations, dropped their first two tournament games. However, they easily secured their P2 league status. In challenge cup action, G92 White lost their first game, while G92 Red lit up the goals scoring 8 times in the first two games and will be advancing to the elimination round. State Cups Update: G92 Red advanced to the elimination round, but lost in overtime to Tusk Dolphins 1-2. After dropping first two games, G93 Red tied PDL team Harbor FC 1-1 and won 3-0 over Premier 1 Sparta. G94 Crush advanced to the State Championship Quarterfinals with a 2-1 win over Washington Premier. Overall in State Championship competition our GU12-GU15 teams’ recorded a total record of 5-5-4 (G94 still playing). Not bad given the first entry o f some teams in this challenging tournament. This also
exceeds the number of wins that our competitor accumulated even though they entered twice as many teams.
G94 Crush Ties #1 team in Nation After sweeping California and Oregon teams at the RAC in early March, SSFC G94 Red qualified for the semi-finals competition of the Far West League and traveled to California for another test of the nation’s best teams. A tough start for SSFC as they lost to the #1 team from Las Vegas 0-2 and then to Arsenal of California 3-4. Sunday the girls recovered and tied the #1 ranked team in the nation, So. Cal Blues 1-1.
Tryouts Begin Monday May 4th Washington Youth Soccer determines the earliest date tryouts may occur for each age group. This year, different age groups are permitted to start at different times, so pay close attention to the tryout schedules now posted to our website under tryouts. Also, note that the teams forming at tryouts will be for the 2009-2010 season, thus a current U12 team will now be trying out for U13. At U10 and U11, we do not have an official tryout, but rather have the players attend an evaluation session and will form teams as spaces are available. Players may choose a preferred team or coach to ease the transition from recreational play to competitive soccer. SSFC believes the early years of soccer are about player development and providing appropriate competition. Our goal is to introduce as many players as possible to a solid base of soccer skills and develop a passion for the game. Players of like interests and abilities are placed on the same team in later years to further develop their passion and skills of the game at appropriate levels of play. You are SSFC’s best advertisement. Tell others about your club and invite them to tryouts.
Soccer – The Way It Ought To Be In our featured article at the end of the newsletter, a G97 parent proudly describes an outstanding example of sportsmanship and good will between SSFC and a Yakima team during a recent friendly. Read it, be proud, and consider how your team can create similar soccer experiences.
South Sound FC Newsletter April 2009 Poll shows Non-Teens are Text Challenged How many words can you text in a minute? 1-10 (I’m not a teenager) – 33% 11-20 (It’s a new phone) – 14% 21-30 (without looking) – 7% 31-40 (DUH!) – 14% 41-50 (with qwerty keys) – 18% Over 50 (Really??) – 11% New Poll: Now that you’ve experienced 5 exciting games of the Seattle Sounders FC …………. Will the Seattle Sounders FC make the playoffs?
Uniform Coordinator Many thanks to Susan Russell for taking on the club uniform coordination for this year. This year we will be transitioning from existing uniforms to the new uniform which means you can get either version. Please contact Susan for your uniform needs.
2009-2010 Yearbooks After a crazy, extended season, the yearbooks are nearly ready for print. We will plan to have most of them out at tryouts. We will announce when they are ready and options for pick up.
More Soccer Opportunities See our website for upcoming soccer camps and skills competition. We will continue to add events as they become available. Reminder the WYS Soccer Palooza is Saturday May 9th. Attend for all things soccer and get free gifts. The evening dinner will recognize SSFC Coach Scott Woodard for District 7 competitive coach of the year.
Get to Know Thurston County On May 27, Leadership Thurston County invites you to learn more about the recreational, economic and environmental activities and services supported by the bays and inlets of Thurston County –and how to find them. Learn more and/or register.
Next Board Meeting May 12th Time: 7-8pm Location: Lacey Fire Station 1231 Franz St SE Lacey, WA 98503 Get directions
South Sound FC Newsletter April 2009 GOOD OF THE GAME SSFC Members, Please read the email I received below which represents the true spirit of sportsmanship and values of SSFC. You may recall a similar event, when G95R hosted CB United of Moses Lake last year in the state cup after they drove over 400 miles to get here when the pass was closed. I hope to receive more of these type of emails in the future. Thanks for sharing Tony, and Kudos to Mandrell, Andy, and the G97R players and families. Hello Dan, I wanted to make you aware of a very awesome Saturday that involved South Sound FC.
Being the parent of #16 from the South Sound Club, I made the brave decision to walk the sideline of the visting (younger club) to offer encouragement and one extra supporter. I have to compliment Andy Hill and Mandrell Lucky. As I watched from the opposing sideline for the first time as a parent, I noticed the communication, the ball handling skills, position play and progress this team has made. I found myself saying, "This team plays well". At the end of the game, Coach Andy arranged for the two clubs to get together after the game and players from both families got together and enjoyed pizza and refreshments that Leslie Hill was so gracious in bringing to the park.
The U-12 South Sound Girls played a "Friendly" with the "Cheetahs" from Yakima, Washington. The trainer from the Yakima club had previously visited to watch a family member play at Star Fire and was impressed with the players from the South Sound U-12 97 Red team.
I wanted you to know of the good will, the sportsmanship and absolute beautiful representation of SOUTH SOUND FUTBOL CLUB SOCCER that was displayed on the pitch this weekend. For a game that was not on a schedule, not part of a season, not part of a tournament, it was perfect.
Taking advantage of the local connection, the Yakima Coach set up a friendly match that took place this weekend at the RAC.
Be proud of your club, your trainers and your players that are SSFC.
The Yakima club warmed up and experienced their first experience playing on "turf". One player commented, "What's wrong with the grass?"
The SSFC made a permanent impression on a group of new "Friends" from Yakima Washington. Way to go South Sound.!!!
Before the game, the players from both teams met at mid-field. The Yakima club presented the South Sound Club with a fresh box of apples from the Yakima Valley, the players greeted one another with sportsmanship, smiles and respect.
Tony Ramos Proud Parent of #16
