October 1st, 2008
There are some dates the MVHS field is available in October, there is only room for a couple of teams on those dates. If you are currently practicing at Whitmarsh during the dark, contact Sarah Minton to see if these dates might work out for you.
All teams: In November we will have the field 6:00pm to 9:00pm on most days. Contact Sarah to let her know if you prefer 6:00-7:30pm or 7:30-9:00pm and on which days, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. She will try to work with everyone’s request. We don’t want the U-11 kids practicing until 9pm, so there may be some some adjustments.
September 28th, 2008
PSSA Training.
- Team training times are being changed as evening light becomes shorter. Check your time and if you can’t make it, contact PSSA. Because some parents and players can’t get to the fields at an earlier time, Chuck Lamay indicated some teams may need to go to a one-hour session, instead of the usual 90 minutes.
- PSSA will be providing training for rec players in October. Details to follow. Please promote this activity among your rec players and coaches.
Contract Committee. A contract committee was formed to set out the Club’s training and coach support requirements for the coming two years. Chair is Monico Garza. Jame Witzel, Chuck Lamay; Eric Magnusen; Duane Henson; Natalie Briggs; Bob Raymond.
Labor Day Kick. Chuck expects that after all bills are paid, the tournament will bring in about $8,000 to the Club. Thanks to all teams who provided field marshal services. You did a great job.
Evaluation of Coaches and PSSA. A packet of Evaluation forms were distributed to the team reps who were present at the meeting. If you did not receive a packet, please contact Jame Witzel, right away to arrange for a pickup. witzels@netzero.com. Return your evaluations to Jame. The summary will be available by the November meeting.
Uniforms. Tracy presented a package proposal for Nike uniforms. Lots of discussion on whether to have the same level of uniforms or allow for lower cost uniforms for some teams. Also, proposals to have the club purchase the uniforms.
Treasurer Report. Duane reported that the ending balance in September will be about $50,000 placing in sound financial shape for the year. Income for the month was $16,250, all from team payments of club fees. Major expenses were $3,600 to PSSA; $2,375 for keeper training.
- Ref payment: Just to clarify, you may pay refs with either a check or cash. Make sure you sign the check!
Registrar Items.
- If you have not received a packet (rosters, game sheets) from the State or District or if you need more game cards, contact Eric right away. registrar@skvysa.org.
- Bring player cards to all games. If you do not have them, contact Eric.
- Roster Freeze for Fall teams is October 30.
- State Cups: November 15 is the deadline for on-line registration and credit card payment. There is a $10 charge for credit card payment. If paying by check, you will need to get your check to Eric by November 3. The Commissioner’s Cup will be held in January. Dates for the Challenge and Championship Cups have not been announced.
September 26th, 2008
The 2009 State Tournament dates are as follows:
Fred Meyer Commissioners’ Cup
- Girls & Boys U11: Start Date 1/10/09; finals 2/15/09
- Girls & Boys U12-U14: Start Date 1/10/09, finals 2/21-2/22/09
- Girls & Boys U15-U18: Start Date 1/11/09; finals 2/21-2/22/09
Challenge Cup
- Girls & Boys U11-U14: Start Date 3/28/09; finals 5/9/09
- Girls U15-U18: Start Date 4/4/09; finals 5/3/09
- Boys U15-U18: Start Date 1/18/09; finals 3/1/09
- Girls & Boys U19: Start Date 5/29/09; finals 6/1/09
US Youth Soccer Washington State Championships (Championship Cup)
- Girls & Boys U12-U14: Start Date 3/28/09; finals 5/9/09
- Girls U15-U18: Start Date 4/4/09; finals 5/3/09
- Boys U15-U18: Start Date 1/18/09; finals 3/1/09
- Girls & Boys U19: Start Date 5/29/09; finals 6/1/09
Detailed schedules at www.wsysa.com. Information: Washington Youth Soccer office at 253-476-2237.
September 22nd, 2008
There was a time when many teams maintained a team website. If you are interested in creating a team website on eteamz.com, feel free to email Anna Schoneker. She has just set up an eteamz site for the GU11-Uteda team. It is a work in progress–websites always are. If you already have a team website and would like it posted on the Club website, please send the URL to NWUnited Communications.
September 12th, 2008
Here’s the early beginning of a new feature: Former NWUnited (and Storm) players who are playing soccer in college. Feel free to comment and leave a contribution. Later, we’ll add pictures.
- Sarah Berentson, Whitworth College
- Emily Warman, Western Washington University
- Oscar Jimenez, Western Washington University
- Annaliese Frye, Skagit Valley College
- Taylor Madsen, Skagit Valley College
- Breana Nguyen, Skagit Valley College
- Jonathan Hurd, Skagit Valley College
- Jessica Jenson, Whatcom Community College
- Dani Ellingsen, Whatcom Community College
- Kelly Hedrick, Whatcom Community College
- Candace Mohler, Whatcom Community College (Injured)
- Katie Griffith, Southern Oregon
- Lauren Robiddeau, Eastern Oregon
- Jerae Kelly, Evergreen College
- Nora Skeele, Evergreen College
- Monique Thees, Western Oregon
September 2nd, 2008
NWUnited teams did well at the 2008 Labor Day Kick. Here’s a very happy GU15 team. One guesses from the look on Gary’s face, he said something to prompt laughs and grins. Email NWU Communications for the full-sized original–courtesy of Sarah Minton.
June 27th, 2008
Chris designed our banner. Check out his terrific soccer pictures.
May 21st, 2008
There is roster space on several teams. Contact “NWUnited Communications”. Or call Bob Raymond: 360-466-4152.
October 28th, 2007
Parents, coaches, players
Please read this article on the ByteSize Soccer web site. A great reminder of appropriate and inappropriate sideline behavior that will help make the game enjoyable for all.
August 23rd, 2007
The PSSA offers private training times in the Skagit Valley area. As part of their contract with PSSA, all Skagit Storm players receive private training at a major price reduction of $25/session. This compares to $60/session in other areas of Washington.
Visit the new website for more information and to register for a session.
