2008 Banquet Book

WISCONSIN SOCCER ASSOCIATION 26th Annual Hall of Fame Banquet 1914-2008 March 15, 2008 2007 Hall of Fame Inductees Hall of Fame Website: www.wisconsinsoccer.org Congratulations Wisconsin Soccer Association HOF Class of 2008 Also congratulations to the following 2007 Wisconsin USASA Hall Of Fame Winner: John Bocwinski, 1987 In February of 1953 arrived with family to Kenosha, Wisconsin from Argentina. From 1953 to 1955 played for Polonia and Syrena Soccer Clubs in Hammond, Indiana. In 1955 joined Polonia Soccer Club in Milwaukee, WI. In 1959 got drafted to the U.S. Army and was sent to Germany. After several tryouts made he became Captain of the U.S. Armed Forces Special Services Member Selected Team. John participated in CISM (Council of International Sport Military) competition. He competed in Stuttgart, Germany and Athens, Greece. From 1961 to 1963 played for Chicago Eagles soccer team and reached finals of the U.S. Open Cup. In 1963, rejoined the Polonia S.C. in Milwaukee. He was selected 10 consecutive years to the Wisconsin Soccer Association All Star team. In 1970 was part of the Olympics try-outs and joined the United States Olympic Soccer Team. John also participated in the 1971 Pan-American Games in Cali, Colombia as well as in the 1972 Munich Olympics, where he started and participated in two games. In Kingston, Jamaica against El Salvador, John scored on Penalty Shoot out. In total, has 13 caps for the U.S.A. Bank of the Wisconsin Soccer Association For all of your business banking needs, contact us at Chase Business Banking, 14900 W. Capital Drive, Brookfield, WI 53005 Call us at: 262-783-3903 or go to www.chase.com. Photo used with permission of Wisconsin Soccer Assoication Member FDIC Dear Friends of Wisconsin Soccer: Welcome to the 26th Annual Wisconsin Soccer Association Hall of Fame Banquet. Through the hard work and planning of the Hall of Fame committee, this occasion has become a cherished yearly event where the Wisconsin soccer community can come together as one to honor our past, celebrate our present and strengthen our resolve for the future. This year also marks the 94th anniversary of the Wisconsin Soccer Association, established in 1914. Please join me in congratulating the newest inductees, a proud addition to the already distinguished list of WSA Hall of Fame members. The Hall of Fame committee is openly seeking nominations for future classes. Application forms are available in this program booklet, so please take this opportunity to begin the nomination process for the next class of inductees. I also want to thank the Hall of Fame committee members for their hard work and dedication throughout the year. They have selected a very deserving class of inductees and organized another outstanding banquet. This evening we will also recognize individuals and clubs with outstanding achievements and contributions to the WSA from the State Referee Committee, the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association and the Wisconsin Adult Soccer Association. Awards will be presented to youth, the coach of the year, along with Meritorious Awards to individuals in recognition for decades of service with the Wisconsin Soccer Association. The WSA is a family with four divisions: Adults, Coaches, Referees and Youths. I want to call your attention to several of the wonderful programs offered within the WSA family like TOPSoccer for children with disabilities, competitive leagues for adult men and women in the WASA that offer opportunities for players after both high school and college, and the Olympic Development Program(ODP) for boys and girls at the top of their youth club play. The association also offers coaching and referee clinics at various levels, several times each year. Volunteers are the foundation of the Wisconsin Soccer Association and will fuel the future growth of soccer in Wisconsin. Many mothers and fathers get involved as coaches or managers when their children begin playing soccer, and then continue to give back to the sport as they move on into the role of club or league administrator. Many soccer players also become coaches or referees. If you want more information about volunteer opportunities within the Wisconsin Soccer Association, please call 414-545-7227. Finally, I would like to thank all of you for your efforts to support and advance the sport of soccer in Wisconsin, and for your continued support of the WSA and our Hall of Fame. Yours in Soccer, John P. Janasik WSA President Don’t Let a Bad Day Ruin Your Business or Personal Pot of Gold! A well designed proactive risk management plan designed just for you will help protect your pot of gold! The Langer Group, LTD offers insurance and risk management services including health insurance, income protection, term life insurance, auto, home, commercial and business insurance. For your FREE, NO OBLIGATION report “The Three R’s of Risk Manage- ment” that shares the basics of protecting your pot of gold affordably and proactively, call or email Scott Suprise…[email protected] or 414.302.1740. www.thelangergroup.com 414.302.1740 2008 WSA HALL OF FAME INDUCTEES Jimmy Banks, Player Category Currently resides in Milwaukee, WI. He was born in Milwaukee in 1964. His successful playing career in Wisconsin began with the Salvation Army, and included the Milwaukee Brewers, the Milwaukee Kickers, and the Mil- waukee Bavarians Soccer Clubs. Jimmy was a High School All-American with Custer High School and a College All-American selection at UW-Park- side as a freshman and sophomore and an All-Midwest selection at UW- Milwaukee as a junior and senior. In 1987 he join the Milwaukee Wave indoor professional team. He continued a successful professional career as a member of the Milwaukee Wave from 1987 to 1993, including an All-Star selection in 1990. His playing skills were widely recognized as he was selected as a U.S. National Team member from 1987 to 1993, which included participation in the 1990 World Cup. Jimmy’s leadership skill were evident through his selection as the Milwaukee Wave Team Captain from 1990 to 1993. He was a leader on the field with his superlative skills and an example and role model for those who saw him play. In addition to being a player, Jimmy has ALSO made an impact as a soccer coach. He has obtained an “A” License and coached at Concordia College and currently coaches at MSOE. He is an Olympic Development Program (ODP) regional coach and is currently coaching with the Milwaukee Kickers Acad- emy. To expand the growth of soccer in the City of Milwaukee, Jimmy founded, with the Boys & Girls Club, the Jimmy Banks Soccer League in 1990. Ian Davies, Player Category Currently resides in Madison, WI with his wife Marta and son Jonathon. Ian was born in London, England in 1962. As a youth player, Ian was a London Schoolboys Select Team member. As a University player he was a London University Select Team choice. He played in the Amateur Foot- ball Association (AFA) and won two championships in 1979 and 1981. Ian played professionally for three years with Woking Town and Sutton United in the Isthmian Senior League from 1981 to 1984. In 1984 he moved to Madison, Wisconsin to attend graduate school at UW-Madison where he obtain his Doctorate Degree. He joined the Madison 56ers Soccer Club Major Team that year and embarked on a tremendously successful twelve year playing career, until retiring in 1996. Ian led the Madison 56ers to eleven consecutive WSA State finals, winning three Wisconsin Major Divi- sion titles, four State Open Cup Championships, and two State Amateur Cup titles in 1990 and 1992. The 56ers won the Region 2 Amateur titles both those years and advanced to the USSF national finals. In 1992, Ian was instrumental in the 56ers winning the USSF National Amateur Championship. He led them to three consecutive Region 2 Tournament of Champions titles in 1988, 1989, and 1990. In addition to playing, Ian coached the Madison 56ers Major team from 1989 to 1996. He coached at soccer camps for the UW-Madison and was a Region 2 Women’s Re- gional Camp Coach from 1990 to 1992. Congratulations To the Class of 2008 Joe Krzyzaniak, Referee Category He currently resides in Greenfield, WI with his wife Dani. Joe was born in Milwaukee in 1955. He played soccer in Milwaukee area leagues as a youth and adult. In 1987 he became a USSF registered referee and as a State Level Referee he served for eleven years, until 1998 when he at- tained “National” level status. As a National referee Joe officiated professional games for five years. He retired as a referee in 2003 to assume the responsibility of State Referee Administrator, a position he currently holds. Joe served as a National Referee Assessor for Major League Soccer officials. He also continues to serve as the Lead Assessor at National Tour- naments throughout the county. Joe has been instrumental in the growth and development of referee ranks in Wisconsin with 20 years of service in the administration, training and assessment of Wisconsin’s game officials. Rade Latinovich, Player Category Currently resides in Brookfield, WI with his wife Biljana. Rade was born in Milwaukee in 1959. He began his playing career as a youth player for the Milwaukee Serbian Soccer Club and eventually with their Major Division team. Rade also played for Marquette University from 1978 to 1981 With the Milwaukee Serbian’s, Rade led them to three Wisconsin Major Division and four Wisconsin Challenge Cup Championships. He was widely recognized by his peers for his playing skills and was selection to the Wisconsin All-Star Team for nine years from 1982 to 1990.

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