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| Fall 2009 Recreational Soccer Registration | | | |  | | | by
posted 06/21/2008
 Registration is open for our Fall pre-K and Kindergarten soccer leagues. Register here. The Fargo Soccer Club offers the only pre-school soccer league in the area. Our Spring 2008 league had over 130 players on 16 teams. Ouf Fall 2008 league will have 12-14 pre-k teams and 10 kindergaten teams.
We will add another grade level each year of our existence until we have programs for every youth grade level. We may accelarate that offering as we gain more visibility and recognition in the area. Our service area includes all of Cass County in North Dakota and Clay County in Minnesota. We may expand that area to serve more youth. We offer separate Fall and Spring programs; freeing up parents to choose other activities for their kids should they decide not to play soccer in both Fall and Spring.
Our emphasis is on skills development, sportsmanship and fun. The Fargo Soccer Club welcomes new players and coaches. For more information, contact Matt Noah at either
or 701.282.9344.
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| HEADLINES  | | | | | | | | | | | Uniform Distribution Dates (Changed) | | | | | | | by
posted 08/27/2008
Parents of Pre-K and Kindergarten Players,
We will NOT distribute uniforms on September 3 as previously announced. Instead, we have scheduled 2 separate uniform distribution dates between now and the first games.
Thursday, August 28, 6-8 pm Uniform Distribution (jersey, shorts, socks) for all kindergarten and pre-k players at the Matt & Susan Noah home, 4910 Meadow Creek Drive South, Fargo, 701.282.9344. Directions from 25th Street South and 40th Avenue South in Fargo. Proceed south on 25th Street (past local traffic only sign) to Meadow Creek Drive. Turn right (west) on Meadow Creek Drive. Proceed approximately 2 blocks, staying to the left until 4910.
Saturday, September 6, 8-9 am Uniform Distribution (jersey, shorts, socks) for all kindergarten and pre-k players at the Brunsdale Park Soccer Fields Parking lot, 27th Avenue & Pacific Drive South, Fargo, 58103. From South University Drive, go west on 27th Avenue to Pacific Drive (approximately 17th Street South). Turn south (left) in to parking lot and look for a minivan with the back hatch up and people picking up uniforms.
Pre-K uniforms can be lettered at Scheels on 45th Street with 1.5" letters. Kindergarten uniforms can be lettered at Play It Again Sports on 45th Street with 2.0" letters. First names are preferred. Lettering is optional. Scheels would prefer to have all pre-k jerseys by Thursday, August 28 in order to have them ready by Tuesday, September 2 for pick-up.
| | | | Fargo Soccer Club Wins USSF Grievance | | | | | | | by
posted 08/14/2008
Fargo Soccer Club Wins US Soccer Federation Grievance
North Dakota, Minnesota and 3 Local Clubs Found In Violation of Multiple USSF Bylaws
Fargo, ND, August 14. The Fargo Soccer Club (FSC) – www.fargosoccer.org – has prevailed in its discrimination and interplay grievance against the North Dakota Youth Soccer Association (NDYSA) and the Minnesota YSA (MYSA). In its ruling, the United States Soccer Federation (USSF) – www.ussoccer.com - pointed to the actions of the Red River Soccer Club (RRSC), West Fargo Soccer Club (WFSC), the Moorhead Youth Soccer Club (MYSC) and both NDYSA and MYSA in making its determination.
In its decision, the USSF ruled that the local Fargo-Moorhead West Fargo Soccer League (FMWFSL) must open its Fall 2008 league to the kids and teams of the FSC and not try to impinge their playing opportunities by creating any ‘arbitrary or unreasonable policies, rules, regulations and requirements’. FSC President Matt Noah, “We will immediately register our multiple kindergarten teams in this local league so that they can play with and against their neighbors and friends in friendly competition.”
In its decision, the USSF ruled that the MYSA violated USSF bylaws on discrimination by not allowing the FSC to join or participate in the MYSA northwest league that includes teams such as Detroit Lakes, Fergus Falls, Alexandria and possibly Moorhead. FSC President Matt Noah, “Playing in this league allows us to keep costs significantly lower than other local traveling teams who do not currently play in leagues. The USSF ruled correctly since Wisconsin teams play in eastern Minnesota leagues.”
The basis for the grievance was the exclusionary actions of RRSC from early 2007 which culminated in the filing of the grievance by the FSC in April 2008. Unable to convince any of the local clubs, NDYSA or MYSA that they were in violation of USSF bylaws, rules and policies, the FSC filed the grievance.
The FSC is a member of the Soccer Association for Youth (SAY) – www.saysoccer.com, US Club Soccer - www.usclubsoccer.com - and the USSF. It fielded 2 competitive teams in Summer 2008 and 16 pre-school teams in Spring 2008. For Fall 2009, it will field 3-4 competitive teams at the U9, U10, U11 and U13 age levels as well as approximately 24 recreational teams at the pre-school and kindergarten levels.
The ruling immediately becomes a nationwide precedent, benefiting youth soccer players, teams and clubs across America.
The USSF Ruling may be found in the Documents section of this website.
| | | | Fall Competitive Registration Still Open | | | | | | | by
posted 08/14/2008
A limited number of roster spots are available for players on the following teams: 1-2 spots on the U13 Girls Fall team, 3-4 spots on the U11 boys Fall team, 5-6 spots on the U9/U10 boys Fall team and 5-6 spots on the U9/U10 girls Fall team. Register today by clicking the " Register Online" link.
| | | | Fargo Soccer Club Seeks U13 Girls Coach | | | | | | | by
posted 08/14/2008
The Fargo Soccer Club is seeking a qualified head coach for the Summer 2009 U13 Girls team. Interested coaches can make confidential inquiries about this position to Matt Noah at either
or 701.282.9344.
| | | | FSC Teams Finish High @ State | | | | | | | by
posted 07/26/2008
The Fargo Soccer Clubs U10 boys (Warriors) finished the State Tournament 3-0 after beating West Fargo 7-2, Bismarck 14-2 and Jamestown 3-2. The boys went undefeated against all U10 North Dakota competition but did not play Minot or Red River this season. The boys beat West Fargo, Grand Forks, Bismarck and Jamestown multiple times this season.
The U12 girls (Shockerz) finished the second day of the 2008 North Dakota State Tournament undefeated. The girls team won Pool A with a big 12-0 win over Jamestown and 2 2-2 ties with the Bismarck Flames and the Red River Dynamite. In the semifinal against West Fargo, the girls jumped to a 2-0 lead but gave up 3 quick goals in the first half to trail 3-2. No goals were recorded in the second half despite excellent pressure and scoring opportunities by the Shockerz. West Fargo played a tough game and earned the win. The 2 FSC teams were playing under the banner of the NoDak Soccer Club in the State Tournament.
| | | | Soccer Coach Licensing Clinics | | | | | | | by
posted 07/09/2008
Do you want to coach a competitive (traveling) team for the Fargo Soccer Club? Or do you want to be a better recreational coach? If so, the Club gives preference to coaching applicants who have obtained their USSF licenses. In some cases, the Club will reimburse you upon successful completion of your license clinic and one full season of coaching for the Club.
We highly recommend the "E" clinic for first-time coaches. The "E" license is about 18 hours of on-field and classroom education. The "D" license is twice that amount. One needs an "E" license for 1 year prior to obtaining a "D". For a complete list of course offerings in North Dakota, visit www.ndyouthsoccer.org. You can also download the registration form here.
The Minnesota schedule is not yet released. When it is you can find it here.
Here is the schedule of upcoming clinics in North Dakota:
December 5-7, 12-14, 2008 - Fargo, USSF "D" License
December 12-14, 2008 - Fargo, USSF "E" License
The application deadlines for both courses are November 14, 2008.
| | | | Lacrosse | | | | | | | by
posted 11/19/2007
Soccer is a wonderful sport. So is lacrosse. If your child would like to play lacrosse, check out the Fargo Lacrosse Club at www.fargolacrosse.org.
| | | | Comparing Summer 2007 Traveling Soccer Programs | | | | | | | by
posted 07/01/2007
Comparing Soccer Costs locally and in the Twin Cities for the 2007 Summer Season
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Comparison between Fargo Soccer Club U9 boys, Red River Soccer Club U10 boys and Chaska U9 boys
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19, 1500, 2 |
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| Tonka Splash Tournament (Minnetonka) |
4*, 500, 2 |
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4, 400, 0 |
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2, 100, 0 |
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| Grand Forks Tournament |
4, 320, 0 |
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3, 500, 2 |
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4, 400, 2 |
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4, 500, 2 |
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4, 500, 2 |
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$20 |
$84 |
$85 |
| Tournament Fees |
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$35 |
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| Average Hotel Cost (based on $80/night) |
$100** |
$640*** |
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| Average Gas Cost**** |
$115 |
$250 |
$60 |
| Total average cost per player for the season |
$366 |
$1284 |
$495 |
| Average Cost per game played per player |
$19.25 |
$71.35 |
$24.75 |
| Total cost for season |
$5,856 |
$19,260 |
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| Average Distance traveled per game (R/T) |
79 miles |
132 miles |
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*U9 competition
** based on 10 players rostered per tournament (actual number)
*** based on 12 players rostered per tournament (estimate)
**** assumes every player attends, no carpooling, 20 mpg and $3/gallon of gas
***** Assumes a $275 registration fee plus $75 for indoor pre-season training and coaching fee.
Assumptions were made that RRSC rostered 12 players per tournament (indicated by RRSC parents), that no other games were played by RRSC other than those at the 5 tournaments, that the number of games per tournament were accurate, etc. RRSC parents also paid $20/player for "pins" to exchange at tournaments. FSC registration fee number is a little high since 1 player participated and paid for only 1 tournament+uniform.
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BAD WEATHER POLICY: Check the website and email for game postponements or cancellations. Practices are made up at the discretion of the head coach. We will play soccer except in these conditions: (1) lightning, (2) heavy rain, (3) snow, (4) tornado and (5) extreme cold.
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The mission of the Fargo Soccer Club is to be the premier soccer club in North Dakota and western Minnesota while emphasizing enjoyment, participation, sportsmanship, effort and excellence.
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