NEWS AND INFORMATION

Hello once again to all of you. I wanted to update you on the status of our attempt to start a travel soccer program here in Tamarac. The update is simple:  We have been granted permission to start effective immediately.

While there is a lot of work to be done, we are happy to announce that the Tamarac Travel Soccer Academy will be holding tryouts at the Tamarac Sports Complex for travel soccer on the following three dates:

Sunday, July 25, 2010 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Sunday August 01, 2010 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday, August 07, 2010 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The tryouts are for children between 8 and 16 years of age. Four travel teams will be selected in various age groups, depending on the ages and number of children in those age groups who attend the tryouts.

Please understand that in travel soccer, not everyone makes the team.  These are tryouts and only a certain number of children will be asked to join the team. Those who do not make it onto the travel team this year can certainly play in the recreational league.

Please have players who come to tryout wear cleats and shin guards.

There is no cost to try out for the team, but if your child is selected, the registration will be $150.00 per player.  If you happen to live outside of Tamarac and are selected to play on one of the travel teams, you will also have to purchase an "out-of City" card at the Community Center for $50.00. This is a City fee, not from the soccer league.

Once on the team, an $80.00 dollar monthly fee will also be due for each player. The coaches can explain what these costs cover at the try outs.

Good luck to all of you.

Joe Torok
President
Tamarac Youth Soccer
  

Hello to all of you and welcome back to Tamarac Youth Soccer.  It seems only a few weeks ago we had our closing ceremony, and now we're getting ready for the 2010-2011 season registration.

We have been very lucky this off-season to have the opportunity to view some of the world's greatest soccer players as they showcase their talents while representing their countries.  It was so uplifting to see the USA make it through qualifying and the first round, and then so sad to see them lose.  But one thing I will take from this World Cup is the referees. These are the best of the best with the most experience, most training, and probably very well paid, and yet, as we all saw, they too get it wrong on occasion.

To see how the teams reacted was what really struck me.  Some teams, though angry, continued to play and eventually were triumphant. Other teams who focused only on the poor calls instead of the remainder of the game, got to go home early.

Registration Dates
Tamarac Youth Soccer League's recreational season is fast approaching.  The following are the registration dates for the 2010-2011 season.  Registration will take place at the Tamarac Community Center on Commercial Blvd., just east of Pine Island Road.

Saturday, August 7:  10:00am - 2:00pm
Saturday, August 14:  10:00am - 2:00pm
Wednesday, August 18:  6:30pm - 8:30pm
Wednesday, August 25:  6:30pm - 8:30pm
Saturday, September 4:  10:00am - 2:00pm
Wednesday, September 8:  6:30pm - 8:30pm

We are also looking at some additional dates, but the price will increase for late registration so please REGISTER EARLY to save yourself some money.

Registration Cost
As for the cost this season, well as we all know the price of everything is going up...except for Tamarac Youth Soccer.  This year, we are lowering the price again by charging just $90.00 for the first child and $80.00 for siblings (Unless you register late).

League Fundraiser
We are also lowering the cost of the fundraiser this year.  Last year we asked that you spend $30.00 on the discount cards.  A few issues arose with the cards so we are trying something different this year.  When you register you will also purchase $20.00 in raffle tickets.  For each sibling you will only purchase $10.00 worth of raffle tickets (if you register two kids, you will only purchase $30 worth of tickets).  You may choose to sell the tickets for $1.00 each to make your money back or turn them all in for yourself.

We are planning on drawing two winners each week who will win a $50.00 gift card.  In addition, we will raffle off several cash prizes at our Closing Ceremony.  So for $20.00 you can either sell them and make your money back, or have over 25 chances to win at least $50.00.

Required for Registration
So what will you need for registration?

• Registration fee: $90.00 ($80.00 for siblings)
• Raffle ticket money: $20.00 ($10.00 for siblings)
• Proof of residency (Copy of water or electric bill).  If you don't reside in Tamarac, you must pay the city for a non-resident card which costs $50.00
• Copy of players birth certificate (Please don't bring an original).  If you turned one in last year we should still have it on file

Due to previous issues, we are again only able to accept cash for the registration and raffle.  This year we are asking that you come prepared with the necessary paperwork and cash in order to register each player.

Coaches Wanted
We are always looking for volunteers to coach the kids and help with the registrations.  If you have ever thought about coaching, even if you haven't ever done it, please volunteer your time.  We will help you with coaches training if you need it.  It is a part of your life that you will always have in common with your child.  Please let us know is you are interested.

Travel Soccer Program
I also want to update you on the travel soccer program we have been trying to get started since the end of last season.  On May 14th, a proposal was submitted to the City outlining the program.  This past week I was asked to attend a meeting with the City regarding the program.  Travel soccer is a program that players and parents in several of our divisions have repeatedly expressed an interest in.  Stay tuned for future updates.

For now, thank you all and we look forward to seeing you at registration

Joe Torok
President
Tamarac Youth Soccer League
 

Congratulations to our division champions.  See you at Closing Ceremonies on April 17th.

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