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SoccerSoccer ShortsShorts Volume 6, Issue 1 JANUARY/FEBRUARY, 2013 A bi-monthly publication of the Kamloops Youth Soccer Association Bekkering & Wallace Receive TRU Scholarships! erhaps it was fitting that Soccer Shorts acknowledged the out- Wallace also received special recognition as a result of his play standing accomplishments of Thompson-Rivers University for the TRU men’s squad by being chosen as the 2012 PACWEST Pplayers Alanna Bekkering and Nolan Wallace in the last edition. Rookie-of-the-Year. Both Alanna and Nolan had truly remarkable seasons with the Both Bekkering and Wallace polished their soccer skills playing men’s and women’s soccer teams as they continued to make their in the KYSA system in their youth. mark on the university soccer programs. Bekkering has played under two-time PACWEST Coach-of-the Their stellar performances Year, Tom McManus, since she and their academic standing joined the TRU squad, while were part of the reason why Wallace has flourished under the two student-athletes were TRU men’s team co-coaches honored with TRU Task Force John Antulov and (dad) Sean scholarship awards at a cere- Wallace. mony at TRU on January 18th. “Alanna is a pure athlete. For some time now, the When you look at her you see KYSA has made an annual do- something very special. She is nation to the university to sup- explosive, strong, strikes a ball PHOTO: ERIN CONNELLY REID, COURTESY TRU port a scholarship that is given with both feet and torments to either a male or female re- defenders throughout the cipient. The award has not only league. She can turn a game recognized many exceptional around as she did for us at athletes on the field, but also TRU when we won our first provided some much needed PacWest championship,” says financial support. McManus, who doubles as the Bekkering was the PAC- Technical Director for KYSA, WEST Most Valuable Player “She is the player that every- KYSA President Graham Cope presents TRU standout, and former KYSA player, and a First Team All-Star in one would love to have on Alanna Bekkering with her 2013 KYSA-sponsored scholarship award. 2012. She was a stalwart in their team.” TRU’s drive to qualify for the CCAA Nationals in Prince Edward Is- “Alanna and Nolan are shining examples of where hard work land, where the team finished fourth for a second year running. and dedication will take you in our game,” says KYSA President Wallace was awarded the Pat O’ Brien bursary. The bursary is Graham Cope. “We have watched Alanna and Nolan grow as people presented each year to a ‘regional athlete’. Pat was the first Athletic and as soccer players over the years. They are admirable examples Director in TRU history and one of the founding members of the of what our great game offers in terms of character development, KYSA back in the ‘60s. athletic and academic achievement and sportsmanship.” SPECIAL THANKS TO KYSA’S OFFICIAL SPONSORS umbro.com KYSA SOCCER SHORTS•JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 • PAGE 1 MASTHEAD From the desk of Executive Director, Keith Liddiard… C Soccer is now accepting applications Djelmo continues on as Treasurer/Allocator from players who will be graduating and Neil Farber remains as association Secre- Bfrom the youth program in 2013 for a tary. Other board members are Claudio number of provincial scholarship awards. The Klarich, Darnell Smith and Jo McKenna. Ali KAMLOOPS YOUTH SOCCER ASSOCIATION deadline date for submissions being received is Campmans will once again look after the ap- BOARD OF DIRECTORS March 31st. Anyone wishing to apply should pointment of referees for the U8–U12 divisions. President: GRAHAM COPE visit www.bcsoccer.net to download an applica- Vice-President: tion form, which must be signed by KYSA Pres- The host sites of the 2013 Provincial Cup com- COLIN GUISE ident Graham Cope before it is submitted. Last petitions have been determined. Langley is Directors: year, 13 student-athletes were recognized from hosting the Provincial A Cup, boys and girls. CHRIS BUTCHER around the province. They were introduced at a Prince George is staging the newly named Les SHARON CADIEUX Vancouver Whitecaps game at BC Place in June. Sinnott Memorial Boys Provincial B Cup and TONY CUZZETTO LAURA LEADBETTER-FUOCO North Vancouver will be the venue for the Girls JOHN MOON Paul Mullen has been Provincial B Cup final round competitions. The • appointed as the new BC Provincials will run from July 4-7. PROFESSIONAL STAFF Soccer Executive Direc- Executive Director: tor. Mullen has spent the Registration for the Kamloops Soccer Academy KEITH LIDDIARD past two years as the Spring training program is now being accepted. Technical Director: TOM McMANUS BCSA’s Director of Oper- The 2013 Spring Program is open to players in Office Manager: ations, which included the Under-7 (born 2006), Under-8 (born 2005), CAROLYN BIRCH managing the BCSA’s Under-9 (born 2004) and Under-10 (born 2003) Office Assistant: partnership with the age groups. There are 10 sessions scheduled in DONNA MARSHALL Vancouver Whitecaps. each age group. The first three sessions take Paul Mullen Rep Coordinator: Mullen, who is also a place on Saturdays in the Kamloops Soccer CLIVE LOVETT member of the CSA’s Professional Soccer Com- Dome, starting March 16th. The U7 and U8s go Program Coordinator: SARAH JOHNSON mittee, joined BC Soccer in January, 2011 after 4:30pm to 6:00pm while the U9s and U10s are Bookeeper: ten years of service with the English FA. He scheduled from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. The remain- BARB YAKUBOWICH holds a diploma in Business and Finance from ing seven sessions run on Sundays from 4:30pm • Thames Valley University in England, a Certifi- to 6:00pm (all age groups) at Dallas Park. Each KYSA Headquarters cate in Sports Marketing from New York Uni- session runs for 1.5 hours. The registration fee is 1550 Island Parkway Drive, versity and a post-graduate Diploma in $125 per player, which includes an Academy t- McArthur Island, Kamloops Mailing Address: Marketing from the Chartered Institute of Mar- shirt. The program runs under the direction of P.O. Box 24081 keting. "I am truly delighted we will have Paul KYSA Technical Director, Tom McManus, and #70 – 700 Tranquille Road as our Executive Director,” says Roger Barnes, his staff coaches. Visit the www.kysa.net (De- Kamloops, BC V2B 8R3 BCSA President. “With tremendous experience velopment) for more details and to register. Winter Office Hours: and an accountable approach to management, This is another great opportunity for our keener 9:00am–4:00pm,Tuesday–Friday Paul has the ability and talent to turn our plans mini-soccer players to continue to polish their Telephone: 250-376-2750 and goals for improved services for our mem- skills and learn more about our great game. Fax: Email: bers, our players and our sport into real results." 250-376-4347 [email protected] Registration for the U11 Spring Development Web Site: Mario Salituro was returned as President of Program is also ongoing. Open to boys and www.kysa.net the Kamloops Soccer Referees Association for girls born in 2002, this is considered a stepping- • 2013 at their December AGM. Brian Flamank stone to Rep soccer. The cost is $200 per player. MISSION STATEMENT KYSA is a volunteer organization was re-elected Vice-President. Fahrudin Info at www.kysa.net (“Development” tab) that is dedicated to offering youth in Kamloops a positive, fun soccer 2013 COACHING COURSES • REGISTER NOW! environment, at the recreational and competitive levels, with coaches who are Dates Course Age appropriate? Times Location Fee dedicated to the players and their March 1/2/3 Pre-B Test All ages 9:00am-5:00pm Kamloops Soccer Dome $300.00 development, while at the same time promoting sportsmanship and March 2/3 Learn to Train U10/U11/U12 9:00am-5:00pm NorKam Secondary $145.00 fellowship amongst all its members. April 6/7 Soccer For Life U13 to U-18 9:00am-5:00pm Kamloops Soccer Dome $145.00 April 13 Active Start U5s and U6s 10:00am-2:00pm Kamloops Soccer Dome Free April 14 FUNdamentals U7/U8/U9 9:00am-5:00pm Kamloops Soccer Dome $80.00 Participants must register for all courses at www.bcsoccer.net (including “Active Start”). The KYSA reimburses all its “active” coaches 50% of the registration fee upon completion of a course; 50% after having coached a KYSA team for a season! KYSA SOCCER SHORTS•JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2013 • PAGE 2 Who’s Who At KYSA in 2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS PHOTO: ERIN CONNELLY REID, COURTESY TRU President GRAHAM COPE TRU’s first Athletic Director and KYSA founding father Pat O’Brien presents a scholarship award given annually in his name to Nolan Wallace. KYSA Director John Moon has been appointed to chair the 2013 Rep Program Committee. The other members of the committee are Frank Salituro, David Epp, Dina Duquette and newly elected board member, Tony Cuzzetto. KYSA Vice-President Director Director Technical Director Tom McManus also sits on the committee COLIN GUISE CHRIS BUTCHER SHARON CADIEUX as an advisor. The KYSA, working in conjunction with the Kamloops Soccer Referees Association, has scheduled four clinics in February, March and April targeted at youngsters who wish to pursue a future in refereeing. There are two "Entry Level" Clinics scheduled for referees who have been officiating small-sided games for a while, or any individuals wanting to enter the ref- eree stream for the first time who are at least 14 years of age. The Entry Level clinics are scheduled for Friday, Saturday and Director Director Director Sunday, February 15-16-17 and March 8-9-10.