996
Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
We're proud to support youth development throughout Beaver Valley, Castlegar, Rossland, and Trail.
As kids play in Kamloops, parents prepare for Invermere!![]()
![]()
Wondering what your schedule is? Download the TS tournaments app!
Some great action shots from one of the girls team in Kamloops! Thanks JC Stuzke for sharing!!
A follow up to yesterdays post! Here is the policy from Canada Soccer that we follow.![]()
![]()
www.bcsoccer.net
Deadline to order hoodies is tonight!!!VH hoodie store is re-opening!![]()
![]()
ksysmaystore25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Silver for U14B!! Lost 2-1 to Nelson in the Finals ! Such a close game! Way to go!!
As our athletes are playing in Nelson, our parents are planning for Kamloops! The biggest Slurpee Cup yet with 215 teams across the U10 to U18 divisions. WOW!!!![]()
![]()
Here are some handy resources for next weekend!![]()
![]()
Rules![]()
slurpeecup.kufc.ca/rules/![]()
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Details![]()
slurpeecup.kufc.ca/details/![]()
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MacArthur Island Field Map![]()
kysa.net/images/macarthur-island-field-map.png![]()
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MacArthur Island Park Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/mcarthur-island-park![]()
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Tournament Capital Ranch Park Map![]()
www.kamloops.ca/sites/default/files/docs/city-services/tournamentcapitalranch.pdf![]()
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Tournament Campital Ranch Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/tournament-capital-ranch![]()
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Dallas Park Map![]()
www.kamloops.ca/sites/default/files/docs/parks-recreation/dallas_park.pdf![]()
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Dallas Park Field Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/dallas-park
kysa.net
Lots of questions about the upcoming Kamloops Slurpee Cup ...![]()
![]()
Check out tournament details here: slurpeecup.kufc.ca/details/.
slurpeecup.kufc.ca
NOTE RE. U13: Per BC Soccer, in 2023, U13 will be played 9 v 9 and will be played on a smaller field and without scores or standings kept. For those teams, who play in areas where they play 11v11, we ...
Nelson Soccer Tournament is this weekend! ![]()
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Have fun Kootenay Storm teams!![]()
![]()
nelsonsoccer.ca/twmtinfo/![]()
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Photo Credit: Mariah Howes
Haley Field hosts softball, track and field and soccer! It's awesome to see so many people out being active!
Save the Date!![]()
![]()
Sign up for our 5-day summer camp for players aged U8-U13 @ Haley Park from July 7th - 11th. ![]()
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The camp is open to players of all abilities and will be a week of fun, skill development, and teamwork in a positive and encouraging environment. Camp will be run by head coach Reynold Stewart with youth staff leading activities and providing their expertise. This is a perfect place to play for those experienced players and those new to soccer and just want to try something new for the week. Every camper will receive an official KSYSA Summer camp t-shirt.![]()
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Check aerial tips from Reynold here: www.facebook.com/Kootenaysouthsoccer/videos/660324058149944
Save the Date! Mini World Cup 2025 - June 21, 2025![]()
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For all U8 and U10 KSYSA players!
A reminder that U4/U6 is a hands-on division Parent Led division. ![]()
![]()
For many children this is their first introduction into organized sports. They will need their parents close by. Do not be surprised if your child is distracted, maybe wants to hold hands with their friend on the opposing team, or maybe is sitting on the grass refusing to move. This is all normal. ![]()
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Parents will be on the field with their children throughout the sessions, and an active part of the activities.
Recreation soccer starts this week!![]()
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Here are your location/division contacts if you need:![]()
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Mini: ksysamini@gmail.com![]()
Mini BV: ksysabvmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Castlegar: ksysacgarmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Rossland: ksysarosslandmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Trail: ksysatrailmini@gmail.com![]()
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Youth: ksysayouth@gmail.com![]()
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Please ensure everyone is on your account! To add a family member follow these instructions:![]()
![]()
Add Family or Contacts to a Profile - TeamSnap Playbook
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Learn how to add and invite additional people under a member profile with their own TeamSnap account access to the team. Family members and other roster contact
Grandparents or others want to check out games? Our schedules are posted here:![]()
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Recreation Soccer:![]()
ksysa.ca/rec-schedule/![]()
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and here:![]()
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Development Soccer![]()
ksysa.ca/dev-schedule/
Hey recreation mini coaches! Here are the lesson plans you can refer back to!![]()
![]()
Coaching Resources – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
ksysa.ca
Coaching Resources Canada Soccer Pathway - Coaches Toolkit Whether they dream of playing for Canada’s National Teams or simply want to have fun with their friends, taking the right approach to the g...
TeamSnap Tip! ![]()
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Click on the event and under the details tab it will show you field time, location, arrival time … click on availability and you can see who is going … click on assignments and you can see if there is a volunteer job to sign up for!
First time referees had some amazing mentorship this weekend! They had their headset on with an experienced ref on the sidelines helping them learn. Thanks also to the players, coaches and parents for their patience!
Did you know it takes 150-200 coaches/assistant coaches/on field leaders to run our programs?!?!?![]()
![]()
Wow! Thank you to every person who has stepped up to get kids on field this season!![]()
![]()
Photo Credit: Lota Love Photography
The adults involved can make or break a sport experience. Caught this high five line at the field on the weekend. Way to go adults 🙌
Sharing from Movin Mountains!![]()
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Hi Adaptive Soccer Families,![]()
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Thank you for your patience as we got everything organized for soccer this season! We are super excited for the spring session and hope we will see you and your kids out on the soccer field!![]()
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We will be running a similar format to last year, practices will be:![]()
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Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm![]()
![]()
At Upper Sunningdale field (same field)![]()
![]()
Cost: FREE!![]()
![]()
We will have similar sensory supports such as an obstacle course, parachute games, fidgets and rest spaces. We will also be trialling a bubble machine at the end of session…and we are open to any ideas you might have as to how to best support your child!![]()
![]()
Looking forward to seeing you!![]()
![]()
Erin and Mary and the adaptive soccer team 😊![]()
![]()
RegistrationLink: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqqhLuxETxCoh4cPU9zcgA-vy5LhF3aVtjCOuNjT9hW_Hlig/viewform
Our volunteers have been working hard to recruit coaches for all of our programs but we are still lacking and are at risk of cancelling programs and releasing kids that are registered to play.![]()
![]()
Parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, students returning from college/uni - anyone can make a difference!![]()
![]()
Please email ksysayouth@gmail.com to put your hand up and ensure these 60 youth can play soccer this spring!
U14 girls placed 4th in Lake County Icebreaker tournament after an over time penalty kick shoot out loss to Kamloops United.![]()
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Way to go girls!!!
We had a laugh creating this field line painting tutorial. Check it out and see how easy it is to volunteer and keep our field lines fresh!
Bringing home a Bronze Medal from the IceBreaker Tournament! ![]()
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Won 3/4 games … Owen Hugh was awarded our tournament MVP! ![]()
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Way to go!!
It takes a village! A HUGE thank you to these volunteers for helping organise Mini Jerseys for BV, Castlegar, Rossland and Trail in prep for our season. Many people put in many hours behind the scenes to make soccer happen!
Recreation Families! Stay tuned for more details on how we will be using TeamSnap for your groups.![]()
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Youth![]()
We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling and your teams can decide if you would like to use it for communication as well!![]()
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U10![]()
We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling and your teams can decide if you would like to use it for communication as well!![]()
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Mini![]()
We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling but it is unlikely you will need to use the app for any communication. Just show up to your field times and play!
It takes a lot of volunteers and time (at least 2 hours with 8 volunteers for Pople Park) to get the fields ready for the season.![]()
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Our volunteers have set up 2 fields already, only 5 more 😉![]()
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Thank you everyone for helping!!
Development Families!![]()
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TeamSnap is our communication and scheduling tool we are using this year! Make sure to report any issues back to our registrar so we can report to TeamSnap. They take feedback and might add to a future app update!!![]()
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ksysaregistrar@gmail.com
What a view of the freshly painted Lower Sunningdale soccer field! ![]()
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Thank you to the volunteers who helped paint and will maintain the fields this season!
Recreation families! Wondering when you are going to get a welcome email? ![]()
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Our directors are desperately trying to find coaches for all of our recreation programs. ![]()
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Recreation programs are planned to start the week of April 28th, dependant on volunteer leaders. ![]()
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We are hoping to email you soon!![]()
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To see what we hope to offer (start and end date, days and times) please go to www.ksysa.ca/program-guide
Use the chat to connect with your team! Team Chat includes everyone on your team!![]()
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Or use the + button to create a new chat - you can choose who is in this chat and use it for specifics. E.g Carpooling, tournaments, lost and found 😉
Use availability to let your coach know if you will be attending your field times!
Want the TeamSnap schedule to sync to your calendar? It can do that! ![]()
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Any changes to the schedule will automatically be updated in your calendar as well!
Our TeamSnap emails might be going to your junk folder! Please check so we can ensure our communication is reaching you!!!![]()
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We are working on removing unnecessary notifications such as game/event notifications so you don't feel you are being spammed!
Do we have enough coaches for Recreation soccer ages U4 - U18? Nope! ![]()
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But there is still time to get what you need to get on field and make sure we don't have to turn anyone away.![]()
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Email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com and copy the location or age you are wanting to help with:![]()
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Mini![]()
ksysamini@gmail.com![]()
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U4-U10![]()
BV: ksysabvmini@gmail.com![]()
Castlegar: ksysacgarmini@gmail.com![]()
Rossland: ksysarosslandmini@gmail.com![]()
Trail: ksysatrailmini@gmail.com![]()
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Youth U12-U18![]()
ksysayouth@gmail.com![]()
Coaching – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
ksysa.ca
Overview Coaching is a very fulfilling way to mentor young people and connect with your community. With new standards laid out by Canada Soccer, all coaches are required to complete a certification pr...
Wondering program details? Check here!![]()
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Program Information – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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Check out our first draft of our program guide so you can see all of our information in one location. Your name Please enter your name. Your email Please enter a valid email. Your message Please enter...
If you want to make sure you don't miss any info, please choose one or more of these places to check regularly:![]()
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1. Your email for messages from our volunteers through TeamSnap![]()
2. Our webpage - check out our newsletters or our Facebook Feed Section![]()
3. Keep following us here!![]()
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For your non Facebook friends:
Facebook Posts – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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760 Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association We're proud to support youth development throughout Beaver Valley, Castlegar, Rossland, and Trail. Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association 7 days ago Wantin...
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Head here:
The grassroots coaching practical courses are a go as we have enough people registered to run the courses.![]()
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There is perhaps some confusion so let me clarify.![]()
1. You only attend the practical course for which you are signed up for. For example, coaches having done the "Learn to Train” online course will do the “Learn to Train” practical course. You do not need to come or try to sign up for all 4 practical sessions. Only for the practical session for which you have done the online course for.![]()
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2. If you haven’t registered for the practical course through coachcentre.ca before the practical session, then please don’t show up to the course. You must register for the practical through coachcentre.ca in order to attend.![]()
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If you have questions, let me know at ksysacoach1@gmail.com
www.coachcentre.ca
We get feedback that families aren't receiving communication. We post our info here, on our webpage and email out in monthly newsletters. Please make sure to check one of these places for our up to date info!
If you are doing your Criminal Record Check please use your BC Services Card Login. If you do not and click the yellow highlighted option, then they ask us to confirm your identity. It creates more work for our volunteers and extends the time frame to complete the CRC.![]()
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Thank you for helping reduce the workload on all!
COACHES IN TRAINING!!!! Sign up now for your practical to ensure the coaching courses aren't cancelled by BC Soccer! We need enough officially registered so the courses run!![]()
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Email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com if you need help!![]()
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So far coaches that have been provided the online portions:![]()
Active Start: 17![]()
FUNdamentals: 22![]()
Learn To Train: 28![]()
Soccer for life: 7![]()
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So far registered for the practicals:![]()
Active start: 6![]()
Fundamentals: 11![]()
Learn to train: 15![]()
Soccer for life: 5![]()
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ksysa.ca/financial-aid/
Coaching – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
ksysa.ca
Overview Coaching is a very fulfilling way to mentor young people and connect with your community. With new standards laid out by Canada Soccer, all coaches are required to complete a certification pr...
Wanting to add family members to your TeamSnap Profile? There are instructions for Web, iOS, or Android. Check it out!![]()
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Add Family or Contacts to a Profile - TeamSnap Playbook
helpme.teamsnap.com
Learn how to add and invite additional people under a member profile with their own TeamSnap account access to the team. Family members and other roster contact
BC Soccer is closing registration tomorrow! Register now!![]()
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www.bcsoccer.net/referees/annual-registration/
Development families! ![]()
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This is your final opportunity to order your kit!![]()
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Deadline to order is March 30, 2025.![]()
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ksysa2025-3.itemorder.com/
Looking for KSYSA swag? Hoodies are available in youth and adult sizes.![]()
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Store is open March 24 to April 7th.![]()
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You will have the option to add your name to the hoody for an additional $8.00![]()
Please contact our Equipment Director with any questions about your order.![]()
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Hoodies will be distributed by our Equipment Director late April.![]()
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Absolutely no late order will be accepted.![]()
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Kootenay South Soccer Hoodies April 2025
kss12025.itemorder.com
Online ordering for Kootenay South Soccer Hoodies April 2025 ends on Mon, Apr 7, 2025 (11:59 PM PDT)
Coaches!!!![]()
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We are quickly approaching the dates for the practical part of your grassroots soccer course. For full certification, you must complete the online portion AND the practical portion of the course. Many of you have completed both components, but quite a number of you have completed the online portion, but not the practical portion. The practical course will be most beneficial to you as a coach for the upcoming season. ![]()
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Please register for the practical portion of your course (if you have not yet completed it) as soon as possible. This is done through your coachcentre.ca account. ![]()
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If you have not yet completed the online portion of the course sent to you, please finish it ASAP so you have time to register for the practical portion.![]()
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If you need a grassroots course, please email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com so you can get set up.![]()
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If you do not know if you have been certified, check your coachcentre.ca account under certifications. If this fails, let Brian know and he will check the BC soccer coach database.![]()
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Currently, we do not have sufficient numbers in the practical courses for them to be held, so please register ASAP.
Small Sided and the Entry Level course will be closed 5 days before the classroom session. ![]()
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If you are incomplete in completing the task for online within 48 hours of the classroom session you cannot attend the classroom session and therefore fail the course. ![]()
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A full refund will be paid, provided you referee in our local area and support the sport of soccer by performing the duties of a referee.![]()
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Refereeing – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
ksysa.ca
UPDATE: Referee Training Scheduled for April 5/6 in Castlegar Refereeing is an essential part of the game, and like Coaches and Players, Referees are athletes developing their craft. Pursuing a Refere...
Grassroots Standards have been updated! Check this out for what to expect at your child's level!![]()
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More detailed info here: canadasoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/resources/grassroots/2024-CS-GrassrootsStandards-EN.pd
Any families want to organise getting our soccer athletes into the Silver City Days parade?!?🎉There's still time to enter the 2025 Silver City Days - Trail Fire Fighters’ Local 941 Parade! The parade will be at 11 AM on Saturday, May 10.![]()
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🔗 Visit www.silvercitydays.com for more information on how to register your float.![]()
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#trailbc
Entry Level Course registration is Open! Course number - 2254![]()
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Must be 14 years of age by start of our season, April 28. ![]()
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Spring Break Family Soccer!![]()
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Get the entire family playing pickup soccer
activeforlife.com
Soccer is an easy game to understand and it's fun to play
A HUGE thank you to our board of directors. This crew works year round to make soccer happen!
Lots of questions around scheduling! This is our plan ... BUT it depends on the volunteers that step up, the number of kids that register, and the field availability.![]()
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Development families: Expect communication regarding scheduling to come from our association soon (if you haven't got it already)!![]()
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Recreation families: Expect communication regarding scheduling to come from our association in April. Registration closes April 2, 2025. We finalise our plans after this point.
Development Program season planning is on! ![]()
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28 coaches met to talk soccer 2025. ![]()
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A huge thank you to these volunteers for dedicating their time to our association!
Development Tournament Plans - Once teams are formed your coach will let you know what tournaments are confirmed for you!
Small Sided Referee course is open for Registration! ![]()
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Use this link: www.refcentre.com/BC/CourseList.aspx?Type=SS![]()
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Register in Course number 2231.
We have had this question a few times! ![]()
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Update Credit Card for Installment Payments ![]()
-Go to accounts.teamsnap.com/orders on the TeamSnap Web App![]()
-Sign In![]()
-Click "Account"![]()
-Click "My Account"![]()
-Click "Orders"![]()
-Select the order you want to edit by clicking the down arrow next to the Order Number![]()
-Click the Edit Pencil icon next to your credit card information to edit.![]()
-Enter the new credit card details and click "save."
Coaches and Managers: Questions about TeamSnap? Check this out:![]()
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helpme.teamsnap.com/article/183-teamsnap-for-teams-administrator-guide-to-getting-started
Parents and Families: Questions about TeamSnap? Check this out!![]()
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TeamSnap for Teams: Members and Contacts Guide to Getting Started:
TeamSnap for Teams: Members and Contacts Guide to Getting Started - TeamSnap Playbook
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Welcome to TeamSnap! As a new member of a TeamSnap team, we've put together this handy guide to get you set up and on your way to using TeamSnap like a pro! Thi
We are looking for kids, parents, aunts, uncles, siblings ... anyone with interest to join our referee team!![]()
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More info here: ksysa.ca/referee/![]()
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Contact Sid at ksysaheadreferee@gmail.com for more info.
It is time to register to complete your coach requirements!![]()
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ksysa.ca/coaching/
996
Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
We're proud to support youth development throughout Beaver Valley, Castlegar, Rossland, and Trail.
As kids play in Kamloops, parents prepare for Invermere!![]()
![]()
Wondering what your schedule is? Download the TS tournaments app!
Some great action shots from one of the girls team in Kamloops! Thanks JC Stuzke for sharing!!
A follow up to yesterdays post! Here is the policy from Canada Soccer that we follow.![]()
![]()
www.bcsoccer.net
Deadline to order hoodies is tonight!!!VH hoodie store is re-opening!![]()
![]()
ksysmaystore25.itemorder.com/shop/home/
Silver for U14B!! Lost 2-1 to Nelson in the Finals ! Such a close game! Way to go!!
As our athletes are playing in Nelson, our parents are planning for Kamloops! The biggest Slurpee Cup yet with 215 teams across the U10 to U18 divisions. WOW!!!![]()
![]()
Here are some handy resources for next weekend!![]()
![]()
Rules![]()
slurpeecup.kufc.ca/rules/![]()
![]()
Details![]()
slurpeecup.kufc.ca/details/![]()
![]()
MacArthur Island Field Map![]()
kysa.net/images/macarthur-island-field-map.png![]()
![]()
MacArthur Island Park Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/mcarthur-island-park![]()
![]()
Tournament Capital Ranch Park Map![]()
www.kamloops.ca/sites/default/files/docs/city-services/tournamentcapitalranch.pdf![]()
![]()
Tournament Campital Ranch Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/tournament-capital-ranch![]()
![]()
Dallas Park Map![]()
www.kamloops.ca/sites/default/files/docs/parks-recreation/dallas_park.pdf![]()
![]()
Dallas Park Field Location Info![]()
www.kamloops.ca/recreation-culture/parks-sports-fields/dallas-park
kysa.net
Lots of questions about the upcoming Kamloops Slurpee Cup ...![]()
![]()
Check out tournament details here: slurpeecup.kufc.ca/details/.
slurpeecup.kufc.ca
NOTE RE. U13: Per BC Soccer, in 2023, U13 will be played 9 v 9 and will be played on a smaller field and without scores or standings kept. For those teams, who play in areas where they play 11v11, we ...
Nelson Soccer Tournament is this weekend! ![]()
![]()
Have fun Kootenay Storm teams!![]()
![]()
nelsonsoccer.ca/twmtinfo/![]()
![]()
Photo Credit: Mariah Howes
Haley Field hosts softball, track and field and soccer! It's awesome to see so many people out being active!
Save the Date!![]()
![]()
Sign up for our 5-day summer camp for players aged U8-U13 @ Haley Park from July 7th - 11th. ![]()
![]()
The camp is open to players of all abilities and will be a week of fun, skill development, and teamwork in a positive and encouraging environment. Camp will be run by head coach Reynold Stewart with youth staff leading activities and providing their expertise. This is a perfect place to play for those experienced players and those new to soccer and just want to try something new for the week. Every camper will receive an official KSYSA Summer camp t-shirt.![]()
![]()
Check aerial tips from Reynold here: www.facebook.com/Kootenaysouthsoccer/videos/660324058149944
Save the Date! Mini World Cup 2025 - June 21, 2025![]()
![]()
For all U8 and U10 KSYSA players!
A reminder that U4/U6 is a hands-on division Parent Led division. ![]()
![]()
For many children this is their first introduction into organized sports. They will need their parents close by. Do not be surprised if your child is distracted, maybe wants to hold hands with their friend on the opposing team, or maybe is sitting on the grass refusing to move. This is all normal. ![]()
![]()
Parents will be on the field with their children throughout the sessions, and an active part of the activities.
Recreation soccer starts this week!![]()
![]()
Here are your location/division contacts if you need:![]()
![]()
Mini: ksysamini@gmail.com![]()
Mini BV: ksysabvmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Castlegar: ksysacgarmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Rossland: ksysarosslandmini@gmail.com![]()
Mini Trail: ksysatrailmini@gmail.com![]()
![]()
Youth: ksysayouth@gmail.com![]()
![]()
Please ensure everyone is on your account! To add a family member follow these instructions:![]()
![]()
Add Family or Contacts to a Profile - TeamSnap Playbook
helpme.teamsnap.com
Learn how to add and invite additional people under a member profile with their own TeamSnap account access to the team. Family members and other roster contact
Grandparents or others want to check out games? Our schedules are posted here:![]()
![]()
Recreation Soccer:![]()
ksysa.ca/rec-schedule/![]()
![]()
and here:![]()
![]()
Development Soccer![]()
ksysa.ca/dev-schedule/
Hey recreation mini coaches! Here are the lesson plans you can refer back to!![]()
![]()
Coaching Resources – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
ksysa.ca
Coaching Resources Canada Soccer Pathway - Coaches Toolkit Whether they dream of playing for Canada’s National Teams or simply want to have fun with their friends, taking the right approach to the g...
TeamSnap Tip! ![]()
![]()
Click on the event and under the details tab it will show you field time, location, arrival time … click on availability and you can see who is going … click on assignments and you can see if there is a volunteer job to sign up for!
First time referees had some amazing mentorship this weekend! They had their headset on with an experienced ref on the sidelines helping them learn. Thanks also to the players, coaches and parents for their patience!
Did you know it takes 150-200 coaches/assistant coaches/on field leaders to run our programs?!?!?![]()
![]()
Wow! Thank you to every person who has stepped up to get kids on field this season!![]()
![]()
Photo Credit: Lota Love Photography
The adults involved can make or break a sport experience. Caught this high five line at the field on the weekend. Way to go adults 🙌
Sharing from Movin Mountains!![]()
![]()
Hi Adaptive Soccer Families,![]()
![]()
Thank you for your patience as we got everything organized for soccer this season! We are super excited for the spring session and hope we will see you and your kids out on the soccer field!![]()
![]()
We will be running a similar format to last year, practices will be:![]()
![]()
Thursdays, 4:30-5:30pm![]()
![]()
At Upper Sunningdale field (same field)![]()
![]()
Cost: FREE!![]()
![]()
We will have similar sensory supports such as an obstacle course, parachute games, fidgets and rest spaces. We will also be trialling a bubble machine at the end of session…and we are open to any ideas you might have as to how to best support your child!![]()
![]()
Looking forward to seeing you!![]()
![]()
Erin and Mary and the adaptive soccer team 😊![]()
![]()
RegistrationLink: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfqqhLuxETxCoh4cPU9zcgA-vy5LhF3aVtjCOuNjT9hW_Hlig/viewform
Our volunteers have been working hard to recruit coaches for all of our programs but we are still lacking and are at risk of cancelling programs and releasing kids that are registered to play.![]()
![]()
Parents, grandparents, siblings, aunts, uncles, students returning from college/uni - anyone can make a difference!![]()
![]()
Please email ksysayouth@gmail.com to put your hand up and ensure these 60 youth can play soccer this spring!
U14 girls placed 4th in Lake County Icebreaker tournament after an over time penalty kick shoot out loss to Kamloops United.![]()
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Way to go girls!!!
We had a laugh creating this field line painting tutorial. Check it out and see how easy it is to volunteer and keep our field lines fresh!
Bringing home a Bronze Medal from the IceBreaker Tournament! ![]()
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Won 3/4 games … Owen Hugh was awarded our tournament MVP! ![]()
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Way to go!!
It takes a village! A HUGE thank you to these volunteers for helping organise Mini Jerseys for BV, Castlegar, Rossland and Trail in prep for our season. Many people put in many hours behind the scenes to make soccer happen!
Recreation Families! Stay tuned for more details on how we will be using TeamSnap for your groups.![]()
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We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling and your teams can decide if you would like to use it for communication as well!![]()
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We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling and your teams can decide if you would like to use it for communication as well!![]()
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We will be using TeamSnap for scheduling but it is unlikely you will need to use the app for any communication. Just show up to your field times and play!
It takes a lot of volunteers and time (at least 2 hours with 8 volunteers for Pople Park) to get the fields ready for the season.![]()
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Our volunteers have set up 2 fields already, only 5 more 😉![]()
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Thank you everyone for helping!!
Development Families!![]()
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TeamSnap is our communication and scheduling tool we are using this year! Make sure to report any issues back to our registrar so we can report to TeamSnap. They take feedback and might add to a future app update!!![]()
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ksysaregistrar@gmail.com
What a view of the freshly painted Lower Sunningdale soccer field! ![]()
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Thank you to the volunteers who helped paint and will maintain the fields this season!
Recreation families! Wondering when you are going to get a welcome email? ![]()
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Our directors are desperately trying to find coaches for all of our recreation programs. ![]()
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Recreation programs are planned to start the week of April 28th, dependant on volunteer leaders. ![]()
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We are hoping to email you soon!![]()
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To see what we hope to offer (start and end date, days and times) please go to www.ksysa.ca/program-guide
Use the chat to connect with your team! Team Chat includes everyone on your team!![]()
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Or use the + button to create a new chat - you can choose who is in this chat and use it for specifics. E.g Carpooling, tournaments, lost and found 😉
Use availability to let your coach know if you will be attending your field times!
Want the TeamSnap schedule to sync to your calendar? It can do that! ![]()
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Any changes to the schedule will automatically be updated in your calendar as well!
Our TeamSnap emails might be going to your junk folder! Please check so we can ensure our communication is reaching you!!!![]()
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We are working on removing unnecessary notifications such as game/event notifications so you don't feel you are being spammed!
Do we have enough coaches for Recreation soccer ages U4 - U18? Nope! ![]()
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But there is still time to get what you need to get on field and make sure we don't have to turn anyone away.![]()
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Email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com and copy the location or age you are wanting to help with:![]()
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Trail: ksysatrailmini@gmail.com![]()
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Coaching – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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Overview Coaching is a very fulfilling way to mentor young people and connect with your community. With new standards laid out by Canada Soccer, all coaches are required to complete a certification pr...
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Program Information – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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Check out our first draft of our program guide so you can see all of our information in one location. Your name Please enter your name. Your email Please enter a valid email. Your message Please enter...
If you want to make sure you don't miss any info, please choose one or more of these places to check regularly:![]()
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1. Your email for messages from our volunteers through TeamSnap![]()
2. Our webpage - check out our newsletters or our Facebook Feed Section![]()
3. Keep following us here!![]()
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For your non Facebook friends:
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760 Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association We're proud to support youth development throughout Beaver Valley, Castlegar, Rossland, and Trail. Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association 7 days ago Wantin...
Have you downloaded the TeamSnap app? This is another way you will get your team info, schedules, and be able to communicate with eachother!![]()
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Download TeamSnap’s mobile apps. Everything you need to manage your team on Android or iOS!
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Head here:
The grassroots coaching practical courses are a go as we have enough people registered to run the courses.![]()
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There is perhaps some confusion so let me clarify.![]()
1. You only attend the practical course for which you are signed up for. For example, coaches having done the "Learn to Train” online course will do the “Learn to Train” practical course. You do not need to come or try to sign up for all 4 practical sessions. Only for the practical session for which you have done the online course for.![]()
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2. If you haven’t registered for the practical course through coachcentre.ca before the practical session, then please don’t show up to the course. You must register for the practical through coachcentre.ca in order to attend.![]()
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If you have questions, let me know at ksysacoach1@gmail.com
www.coachcentre.ca
We get feedback that families aren't receiving communication. We post our info here, on our webpage and email out in monthly newsletters. Please make sure to check one of these places for our up to date info!
If you are doing your Criminal Record Check please use your BC Services Card Login. If you do not and click the yellow highlighted option, then they ask us to confirm your identity. It creates more work for our volunteers and extends the time frame to complete the CRC.![]()
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Thank you for helping reduce the workload on all!
COACHES IN TRAINING!!!! Sign up now for your practical to ensure the coaching courses aren't cancelled by BC Soccer! We need enough officially registered so the courses run!![]()
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Email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com if you need help!![]()
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So far coaches that have been provided the online portions:![]()
Active Start: 17![]()
FUNdamentals: 22![]()
Learn To Train: 28![]()
Soccer for life: 7![]()
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So far registered for the practicals:![]()
Active start: 6![]()
Fundamentals: 11![]()
Learn to train: 15![]()
Soccer for life: 5![]()
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Coaching – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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Overview Coaching is a very fulfilling way to mentor young people and connect with your community. With new standards laid out by Canada Soccer, all coaches are required to complete a certification pr...
Wanting to add family members to your TeamSnap Profile? There are instructions for Web, iOS, or Android. Check it out!![]()
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Add Family or Contacts to a Profile - TeamSnap Playbook
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Learn how to add and invite additional people under a member profile with their own TeamSnap account access to the team. Family members and other roster contact
BC Soccer is closing registration tomorrow! Register now!![]()
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www.bcsoccer.net/referees/annual-registration/
Development families! ![]()
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This is your final opportunity to order your kit!![]()
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Deadline to order is March 30, 2025.![]()
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ksysa2025-3.itemorder.com/
Looking for KSYSA swag? Hoodies are available in youth and adult sizes.![]()
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Store is open March 24 to April 7th.![]()
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You will have the option to add your name to the hoody for an additional $8.00![]()
Please contact our Equipment Director with any questions about your order.![]()
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Hoodies will be distributed by our Equipment Director late April.![]()
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Absolutely no late order will be accepted.![]()
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Kootenay South Soccer Hoodies April 2025
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Online ordering for Kootenay South Soccer Hoodies April 2025 ends on Mon, Apr 7, 2025 (11:59 PM PDT)
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We are quickly approaching the dates for the practical part of your grassroots soccer course. For full certification, you must complete the online portion AND the practical portion of the course. Many of you have completed both components, but quite a number of you have completed the online portion, but not the practical portion. The practical course will be most beneficial to you as a coach for the upcoming season. ![]()
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Please register for the practical portion of your course (if you have not yet completed it) as soon as possible. This is done through your coachcentre.ca account. ![]()
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If you have not yet completed the online portion of the course sent to you, please finish it ASAP so you have time to register for the practical portion.![]()
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If you need a grassroots course, please email Brian at ksysacoach1@gmail.com so you can get set up.![]()
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If you do not know if you have been certified, check your coachcentre.ca account under certifications. If this fails, let Brian know and he will check the BC soccer coach database.![]()
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Currently, we do not have sufficient numbers in the practical courses for them to be held, so please register ASAP.
Small Sided and the Entry Level course will be closed 5 days before the classroom session. ![]()
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If you are incomplete in completing the task for online within 48 hours of the classroom session you cannot attend the classroom session and therefore fail the course. ![]()
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A full refund will be paid, provided you referee in our local area and support the sport of soccer by performing the duties of a referee.![]()
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Refereeing – Kootenay South Youth Soccer Association
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UPDATE: Referee Training Scheduled for April 5/6 in Castlegar Refereeing is an essential part of the game, and like Coaches and Players, Referees are athletes developing their craft. Pursuing a Refere...
Grassroots Standards have been updated! Check this out for what to expect at your child's level!![]()
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More detailed info here: canadasoccer.com/wp-content/uploads/resources/grassroots/2024-CS-GrassrootsStandards-EN.pd
Any families want to organise getting our soccer athletes into the Silver City Days parade?!?🎉There's still time to enter the 2025 Silver City Days - Trail Fire Fighters’ Local 941 Parade! The parade will be at 11 AM on Saturday, May 10.![]()
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🔗 Visit www.silvercitydays.com for more information on how to register your float.![]()
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Entry Level Course registration is Open! Course number - 2254![]()
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Must be 14 years of age by start of our season, April 28. ![]()
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Spring Break Family Soccer!![]()
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Get the entire family playing pickup soccer
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Soccer is an easy game to understand and it's fun to play
A HUGE thank you to our board of directors. This crew works year round to make soccer happen!
Lots of questions around scheduling! This is our plan ... BUT it depends on the volunteers that step up, the number of kids that register, and the field availability.![]()
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Development families: Expect communication regarding scheduling to come from our association soon (if you haven't got it already)!![]()
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Recreation families: Expect communication regarding scheduling to come from our association in April. Registration closes April 2, 2025. We finalise our plans after this point.
Development Program season planning is on! ![]()
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28 coaches met to talk soccer 2025. ![]()
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A huge thank you to these volunteers for dedicating their time to our association!
Development Tournament Plans - Once teams are formed your coach will let you know what tournaments are confirmed for you!
Small Sided Referee course is open for Registration! ![]()
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Use this link: www.refcentre.com/BC/CourseList.aspx?Type=SS![]()
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Register in Course number 2231.
We have had this question a few times! ![]()
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Update Credit Card for Installment Payments ![]()
-Go to accounts.teamsnap.com/orders on the TeamSnap Web App![]()
-Sign In![]()
-Click "Account"![]()
-Click "My Account"![]()
-Click "Orders"![]()
-Select the order you want to edit by clicking the down arrow next to the Order Number![]()
-Click the Edit Pencil icon next to your credit card information to edit.![]()
-Enter the new credit card details and click "save."
Coaches and Managers: Questions about TeamSnap? Check this out:![]()
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Parents and Families: Questions about TeamSnap? Check this out!![]()
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TeamSnap for Teams: Members and Contacts Guide to Getting Started:
TeamSnap for Teams: Members and Contacts Guide to Getting Started - TeamSnap Playbook
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Welcome to TeamSnap! As a new member of a TeamSnap team, we've put together this handy guide to get you set up and on your way to using TeamSnap like a pro! Thi
We are looking for kids, parents, aunts, uncles, siblings ... anyone with interest to join our referee team!![]()
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More info here: ksysa.ca/referee/![]()
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Contact Sid at ksysaheadreferee@gmail.com for more info.
It is time to register to complete your coach requirements!![]()
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The effort and support to kick off a U10 girls development team and the other work to support girls in soccer - keep it up!
I appreciated the dedication of coaches and managers. Kept the kids and parents engaged.
I wish we had an indoor facility for continuity of programming through out the year.
Inclusive - open to all!
Development coaching was great, kids did well with the games-based approach. Coaching was consistent, adaptable to kids needs, and provided lots of skill development.
I found the coaches included each child in the games. Every child should feel a part of the team and get to play.
