Fall TSSA Kohls Cup Application Now Available
The Fall Tennessee State Soccer Association/US Youth Soccer Kohl's American Cup will be held in Columbia Nov. 6-7, 2010. For more information about the Kohl's Cup click here. For the link to the application (which is being held on gotsoccer.com) is here.
September is Youth Soccer Month!
Tennessee Governor Phil Bredesen has proclaimed September, 'Youth Soccer Month'. The proclamation encourages the values of physical fitness, sportsmanship, and family. The National Youth Soccer Month campaign celebrates its eigth year of educating the public about the joys, rewards and benefits of playing youth soccer, and offers a variety of resources to learn more about youth soccer and how to get involved. For press release, click here. Click banner for more information on 'Youth Soccer Month.'
Tennessee State Soccer Association – Coach of the Year Awards
Tennessee State Soccer Association is seeking nominations for Coach of the Year in the following categories: Boys Competitive Coach of the Year, Girls Competitive Coach of the Year, Boys Recreational Coach of the Year, and Girls Recreational Coach of the Year. All Tennessee award winners will be entered into consideration for the Region and National Annual Awards. Click here to read more.
Policy 11 Update
At the August Board of Director's meeting, the following change was made to Policy 11, Section G. Player Identification/Verification was approved and is effective immediately. Click here for the updated Policy in its entirety.
USSF Heat Index Guidelines
The recent and extensive heat wave has heightened the concern over heat exhaustion, heat cramps, and hydration. Below is the link to the United State Soccer Federation issued Heat and Hydration Guideline that outlines best practices as it relates to heat related illness and hydration. Although these are guidelines and suggestions, we stress coaches, managers, and parents take a common sense approach to the protection of the players as it relates to heat illnesses and other health issues. Click here for the link
Tennessee Team Chosen To National League
Congratulations to the U17 Brentwood SC Girls Premier for their selection to the US Youth Soccer National League. Their achievements over the past year have placed them into the elite league for girl's youth soccer. The winner in each league will automatically advance to the US Youth National Championships in Phoenix, AZ. Click here for more information
US Youth Soccer National Presidents Cup a Success
TSSA/Murfreesboro Soccer Club hosted the National Presidents Cup in Murfreesboro recently with great success. Please click here for a video from some of the local media. Click here for a Press Release that US Youth Soccer created detailing the results.
Division 2 State League Application Now Closed
The Division 2 State League Application (U12-U18 Boys) is now closed. Applications and payment for U12-U13 were due Aug. 20 by 5 pm (CST).The brackets for U12-U13 should be sent out this next week. Applications and payment for U14-U18 are now closed and no more applications for U14-U18 will be accepted. Please read the most recent press release about changes with more details on dates for the Fall State League by clicking here. Any qustions regarding payment or application please contact Jennifer Lackey. The State Tournament application for Division 3 U14-U16 Boys will be available Sept. 7, 2010.
Policy 29 Substance Abuse and Drug Testing
Effective with the 2010-2011 TSSA soccer season, all Division 1, 2, and 3 coaches, in accordance with Policy 29 Substance Abuse, will be a participant in the TSSA random drug testing program. Please read Policy 29 in it's entirety by clicking here
TSSA Reduces Player Fees
U9-U11 competitive player fees reduced, effective for 2010/2011 season. The Tennessee State Soccer Association has approved the reduction of player fees for the competitive U9, U10, and U11 age groups effective July, 1, 2010. The fees will be reduced from $30/player to $20/player. Click here for Press Release
United States Soccer Federation grievance proceeding ends with a favorable ruling for US Youth Soccer and its State Associations
As most of you know, on August 17, 2009, US Club Soccer, along with AYSO and 3 member clubs of US Club Soccer, filed a grievance with the United State Soccer Federation against US Youth Soccer, the Minnesota Youth Soccer Assocation, the North Dakota Youth Soccer Assocation, the South Carolina Youth Soccer Association, the Tennessee State Soccer Association and the Wisconsin Youth Soccer Association. The grievance alleged that US Youth Soccer and the 5 State Associations had violated their duties as members of the Federation and were in violation of several Federation bylaws, rules and policies. Click here to read further
Tennessee Soccer Awarded Southern Regionals
Southern Regional, 2011 Murfreesboro, TN
At the Region III Fall Meetings in Baton Rouge, LA, TN Soccer was awarded the 2011 Southern Regional event to be held June 15-22, 2011 at Richard Siegel Soccer Park in Murfreesboro, TN.
Travel Permit Changes and Academy Game Check-In Requirements
We have eliminated the $10.00 fee for Travel Permits, they are still required to travel out of state, but no longer have a fee. Academy Game Check-In requirements can be found here, rosters are not needed for friendlies, scrimmages or festival games.
