Neither Rain nor Snow, the Games Go On!
(March 29, 2008) “This isn’t the first time we’ve started a game in snow,” said coach Michael Duncan, but it’s certainly the first time we’ve done so in March. “The conditions were just awful,” Duncan said of the unseasonable spring snow. “But the players really responded well.” Special thanks to the parents who came out with shovels and continuously unburied the lines. Pictured are the GU15 Gold in Spokane (left) and GU17 Gold in Belllingham (right) .
BU15 Gold (Delafosse) State Cup Semifinalist!
 (February 24, 2008) In a tough semifinals match, the BU15 Gold end their tournament run against Shoreline 2 -3 Back row: Nick Miller, Adam Long, Jeff Smith, Tony North, Jeff Willie, Chris Sowler, Andry Hanna, Kris Daniels, Connor Skibeness Front row: Francois Delafosse (coach), Lucas Reller, Simon Chavez, Anthony Bratcher, Alex Bockel, Addison Parker, Rob Reller (coach)
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NYSA College Scholarships Available
Applications are now being accepted for the 2008 NYSA College Scholarship. High school seniors planning to enter an accredited institution of higher learning during the next 12 months are urged to apply. Download application and submit to NYSA by April 20, 2008.
FC Alliance Announces 2008-09 Coaching Staff
This upcoming 2008-09 season marks FC Alliance’s tenth year of providing premier level soccer opportunities to our eastside players. In continuing to further our clubs teaching and development leadership we are excited to introduce our talented and enthusiastic 2008 coaching staff. Please welcome two new coaches, Alex Zahajko and Walt Antoniuk, as well as, all the coaches that continue to make our club strong.
Boys U12-U14, Girls U14 Advance in State Cup
(February 3, 2008) Congratulations to the BU14 Gold (Korn) team as they move on in the Championship State Cup. Also, BU12 White (McAlister), BU13 White (Hadji), and GU14 White (Stengrund) were victorious in Challenge Cup preliminary rounds, and move on to represent FC Alliance in the Elimination rounds. Check out the team websites for more news, upcoming game dates, and join us in cheering them on!!!
2008 U11, U12, and U11 Dev Coaches Announced
 As a member of one of Washington’s largest and most respected youth soccer clubs, we have “raised the bar” in 2008-2009 across all programs in the club by adding a new U11 Developmental program and many new coaches to our current staff of professionals. Over the next few days our 2008 coaching assignments will be posted on our website. We have never been more excited about our new coaching staff. We’re proud to acknowledge our accomplished long-term coaches , plus some new faces that will play a significant role in building the momentum of FC Alliance.
GU12 Gold - US Club Soccer Championship Finalist
 TUKWILA, WA. (Nov. 12, 2007) – State championships were awarded on Sunday, Nov. 11 at the inaugural Washington Cup in Tukwila, Wash. Sanctioned by US Club Soccer, the Washington Cup was hosted by Starfire Sports with matches played at the Starfire Sports Soccer Complex.Congratulations to our GU-12 FC Alliance 95 Gold (Duncan) team which finished Finalists in the Championship match. The team was undefeated in bracket play against Columbia Timbers, HPFC Eagles, and GRFC Patriots. In the finals, the girls went up against Emerald City, and after dominating most of the game lost 1-0. All US Club Soccer clubs, academies and league team members located in Washington were invited to participate. The Washington Cup consisted of a round robin format with championship games played on the afternoon of Sunday, Nov. 11. Winners of The Washington Cup will be given preferential seeds at US Club Soccer’s 2008 National Cup VII Regionals.
GU12 White achieve Finalist at SkyRiver
 (August 2007) The FC Alliance Girls ’95 White team, coached by Jorge Berrera, capped their tournament season by winning SkyRiver Finalist in the GU12 England division. At the start FCA opened with a disappointing loss, then bounced back with a win over FC Sapphires and tie against FC Extreme. Thanks to a win in "head-to-head" competition, these girls earned their championship berth. It was a dramatic finish to a great weekend of soccer. Congratulations, girls, on an outstanding performance!
First row: Maddy, Ellie, Lara Second row: Micaela, Kayla, Zoe, Tammy, Alexandra, Kelsie, Emily, Kaitlyn Back Row: Coach Bill, Caitlyn, Ashley, Madison, Briana, Mackenzie, Coach Jorge
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GU14 Gold Bigfoot Semi-finalist
 (August 2007) The Girls U14 Gold, coached by Ed Lim and Katie Hultin, posted two preliminary round wins to secure at spot in the Bigfoot GU14 Gold division semi-finals. On Sunday, despite the horrible weather, the early morning game between Snohomish and FCA was played on the soggy Stocker Fields grass. Although the Alliance girls dominated a majority of the game, Snohomish prevailed, 2-0, in what will be remembered as the "August Mud Bowl". It was an awesome team effort by a group of cold, wet and muddy players who left everything on the field.Back Row: Marina, Katie Hultin (coach), Lexi, Haley, Reagan, Danielle, Ed Lim (coach); Middle: Maggy, Kat, Katie, Arielle, Harriet; Front: Kaylyn, Meagan, Lyndsey, Madeline, Taylor and Morgan.
Girls U15 White reach Finalist in U16 Division
 (September 2007) The FC Alliance GU15’s (Hadji) controlled possession from the get-go, dominating play throughout the entire Skagit Labor Day tournament in the U16 division. These girls sent a strong message with their preliminary match wins over WFC Rangers Blue 1-0, and WFC Rangers 5-0. Losing only to Skagit FC 1-0 in their third match. Re-invigorated from a semifinals win over WFC Rangers White 3-0, they entered the finals against the Skagit Storm ’91 with three injuries and no subs. In a very tough and physical game, FCA remained down by only one goal until the last remaining minutes, when the Storm put the game away. Congrats to a well played tournament!
Girls as pictured: (Back) Kylie, Alissa, Kaitlyn, Brianna, Lauren, Krista, Noelle, Hadji (Front) Janelle, Tara, Monique, Kirstin, Sarah (Not Pictured) Alyson, Nicole and Paige
U12 Girls Triumph at Starfire Labor Day Cup
 (September 2007) The FCA ’95 Gold team, coached by Michael Duncan, pulled off a stellar victory in the GU-12 Division at the Starfire Labor Day Cup this past weekend. They’re young, and with youth comes energy, no doubt these girls are just exited about the game. From the first whistle, they controlled the outcome, shutting out every opponent on their path to the finals. In the end, it was FC Alliance over Evergreen Academy 2-1. A fantastic finish, congratulations girls on winning the Championship!
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BU13 White SkyRiver Champions
 (August 2007) The FC Alliance Boys U13 White , led by Hadji Sow, took home the Championship prize August 26th at the SkyRiver tournament in Monroe. Advancing out of pool play with nineteen points and a second place standing, these tough FCA players challenged the Legacy team in the final match to a 2-0 score and won the trophy.
GU14 White wins Chinooks Cup Championship
 (August 2007) Congratulations to the Girls U14 White team, led by Lori Stengrund, as they were awarded Champions at the Chinook Cup held in Tigard Oregon. After being seeded for cup play, the team won all 3 matches, finishing the final game against Williamette United in a 2-0 victory. Pictured, top Row - Aly, Brie, Aubriea, Morgan, Anne; Second Row - Ariel, Chrissy, Delilah, Nicole, Autumn, Audrey, Danielle; Third Row - Curtis, Megan, Marissa, Natalie, Mckenzie, Sarah, Lori
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GU14 Gold - SkyRiver Finalist in U15 Division
 (August 2007) The FCA Girls U14 Gold team, coached by Katie Hultin, participated in the U15 age group at the SkyRiver, achieving Finalist in the the older division. The team had a great weekend as they defeated the NSC Surge 6-0, fell to FC Legacy 2-1, and topped Crossfire 2-1 in bracket play. During the semifinal match, FC Alliance netted five goals to eliminate the NSC Surge 5-0. Then, unfortunately, in a hard fought battle, lost to Crossfire 3-2 in PK’s. Congratulations girls!
Pictured: Katie Hultin (Coach), Haley, Lexi, Reagan, Marina, Taylor, Rachel, Meagan, Lyndsey; seated, Harriet, Morgan, Maddie, Madeline.
Crossfire Challenge Semi-finalists - Boys U13 Gold
 (July 2007) FC Alliance Boys U13 Gold, coached by Hadji Sow, finished as semi-finalists at the 2007 Nike Crossfire Challenge held in Redmond, WA July 27th through the 29th. The team began with a 4-1 victory over Anchorage Red and then lost to SC Elite of Spokane before beating PCUSC Avalanche 2-1. They faced Federal Way United Storm in the semi-final game and lost 4-3 in the closing minutes. Congrats boys!
Back Row: Ben, Jacob, Douglas, Baxter, Cooper, Jake, Aaron, Hadji Front Row: Austin, Colin, Liam, Erik, Sean, Kevin, Christian, Martin, Landon
BU13 Gold - Portland Cup Semifinalist
 (July 2007) FC Alliance Boys U13 Gold (Hadji Sow), finished as semi-finalists at the 2007 Portland Cup held in Hillsboro, OR July 6th through the 8th. The team began with a 3-2 victory over the eventual finalist, Morelia of Salem. They then suffered a disappointing 1-1 tie against Aloha Toros in high winds. They came on strong the final day by defeating a strong SSC Hammers team 2-1 followed by beating the tournament host, Portland Blaze 5-0. If not for a scorekeeping snafu, the boys would have been in the finals.Left to Right: Austin, Douglas, Landon, Jacob, Cooper, Aaron, Sean, Hadji, Jake, Christian, Liam, Martin, Ben, Colin, Kevin
GU16 Gold - 2007 Seatac Cup Finalist
(August 2007) The GU16 Gold (Kenyon) overcame a number of injuries and illness on their way to a finalist berth in the SeaTac Cup, hosted at Starfire Sports Complex, Tukwila. These tenacious girls prevailed over their first two opponents with hard fought 2-1 victories. The second win was a “come from behind triumph” after stumbling 0-1 in the first 10 minutes. In the finals, FCA scored first off a penalty kick. Then continued to dominate the play, but were unable to breach their opponents’ compact defense. The game went into overtime where FCA ended up trailing 1-2.
BU13 Gold - 2007 Bigfoot Champions
 (August 2007) FC Alliance Boys U13 Gold, coached by Hadji Sow, won the 2007 Bigfoot Gold division Championship held in Snohomish, WA August 16th through the 19th. The BU13 Gold went 5-0 on their run to the title. Defeating the Blackhills/Jones 4-0 in their opening game. Then downed the North Kitsap Vikings/Foster 6-0. In game three, the boys netted six goals to a 6-3 triumph over the GRFC 94/Dapper. Then advanced out of the Semi-finals with a 5-2 win over ISC Arsenal. The team earned the Championship title with a 1-0 win over Bainbridge Blue. Way to go boys! Congratulations.
BU13 White, GU14 Gold, BU16 Gold - Bigfoot Semifinalist
(August 2007) The FC Alliance Boys U13 White, coached by Hadji Sow went 3-1 this weekend at Bigfoot, reaching the semi-finals. On Thursday the boys won the first game 3-1 over Northstar United. Then continued their winning streak with a victory over NSC Arsenal/Henderson 4-1 and Irish ’94 2-0. Although the FCA team played their hearts out in the semi-finals game, they unfortunately didn’t win, losing 2-1 to Emerald City.
Recognition is due our FCA Boys U16 Gold, coached by Jeff Renkert, for another great showing in tournament play, achieving a spot in the Bigfoot semi-finals. This follows three previous awards, the most recent of which is placing finalist at the Lake Steven’s Bash Tournament. This is the team opponents fear.
GU14 White - Lake Stevens Bash Champions
 (August 2007) FC Alliance ’93 White (Stengrund) were crowned the 2007 GU14 Lake Stevens Soccer Bash tournament Champions. Finishing the tournament undefeated, these girls displayed a brilliant brand of tough and tenacious soccer - scoring over twenty goals and surrendering only one goal the entire tournament. All their dedication and preparation lead to this tremendous victory. Plus, special recognition to Chrissy who was chosen "best sportsmanship" in final game. Congratulations for bring home the trophy girls!!
Starting in top left corner: Lexi, Autumn, Anne, Morgan, Aubriea, Brie, Aly, Lori Stengrund (coach), Sarah, Marissa, Chrissy, Danielle, Audrey, Madeline, MacKenzie, Natalie, Megan, Nicole (laying down)
GU15 Gold 2007 Baker Blast Champions
 (July 2007) FC Alliance ’92 Gold (Duncan) took home the Championship Cup at the 2007 Baker Blast tournament held in Bellingham. Breaking out of pool play with a 2-0-1 record, beating Snohomish United Spirit 5-1, tying Bainbridge FC Magic 2-2, and defeating Vernon United 8-0. The FCA girls beat the home team Whatcom Rangers Gold 4-0 in the semi-finals to set up their victory against BHFC ’92 4-2. Way to go Gold!
GU12 Gold wins Nike Crossfire Challenge
 (August 2007) FC Alliance ’95 Gold (Duncan) competed in the 2007 Nike Challenge and brought home the Championship Cup in the GU-12 Silver division. Going undefeated, the GU12’s advanced out of pool play beating Spokane Shadow 4-1, Dosveedanya Red 2-0, and Crossfire Premier Shull 6-0. Then continued through the semi-final round beating Crossfire Redwine 3-2. The final game winning score was FC Alliance over Spokane 2-1. Congrats to all.
Pictured is the winning smiles of the team: Standing: Coach Michael Duncan, Maddie, Savannah, Sarah, Caroline, Molly, Kristen, Jazmin, MacKenzie, Asst. Coach Brittany Warner. Seated: Jessica, Montana, Kelsie, Emily, Ilsa, Sam, Kaitlin
Finalist in the Kent Cornucopia Cup
 (July 2007) Congratulations to FC Alliance GU11 White - Lim (pictured) and the GU15 White - Hadji, (pictured) Finalist in the Kent Cornucopia Cup July 13-15. After beating the Marauders 3-1, Freedom 1-0, and tying HPFC Eagles Red 2-2 in the preliminary round, these tough GU-11 girls fell to the HPFC Eagle Blue in the Championship game.
The GU15 White tied Synergy FC 2-2, beat NK Fuego 6-0 and Fusion 8-0 in the preliminary round. Continuing on to win 6-3 over Westsound FC in the semi-finals before losing to Pacific Premier in the Championship game.
Other notable achievements in July were FC Alliance BU13 Gold (Hadji) as semi-finalist and GU18 Gold (Shefts) finalist in the Portland Cup.
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High school sports help girls earn college diplomas
 (July 30, 2007) Girls who don a sports uniform in high school are more likely to eventually sport a collegiate cap and gown, a conclusion based on a new Brigham Young University study about the playing field and classroom dynamic.
Playing on a high school team increases young women’s odds of graduating from college by 41 percent, according to recent BYU grad Kelly Troutman and her mentor, sociology professor Mikaela Dufur, who report their research in the new issue of the journal Youth & Society.
2008 Donation Drive Kicks-Off for Kids 1st
 Associate Coaching Director/Coach Hadji Sow will be delivering donated items to Senegal, Africa in early 2008.
Last year, FC Alliance players & parents generously donated over 164 jerseys, 95 balls, 75 pairs of shoes, 20 shin guards, 13 warm ups, 4 pair of gloves, 12 bags, 15 pairs of socks, 33 pinnies, 2 sweaters, 16 pants, 13 jackets and 21 pairs of shorts and over $2,500.00.
This year we kick-off our FCA donation drive for Kids1st. Please contribute to a worthy cause. For more information, please visit the Kids1st website at www.kids1st.info
2007/2008 State Tournaments Announced
 (October 20, 2007) WSYSA offers state tournaments for recreational, developmental, and competitive premier teams. FC Alliance teams may compete in the US Youth Soccer Washington State Championships, the Challenge Cup or Fred Meyer Commissioners’ Cup depending on certain rules and restrictions. Preliminary games begin in early January, with the semifinals in late February and final games the end of February or the first two weekends in March.
Please note that all preliminary games are held throughout Washington State, in both Eastern and Western Washington, so winter travel during this tournament is expected. For all state tournaments, FC Alliance will verified that the players and coaches listed on your application are properly registered in Washington State, and have ensured that your team meets the criteria listed for the tournament for which you have applied, they will approve your application and submit the team for participation to WSYSA.
Have questions about which tournament your team is eligible for? Want to know the dates for each of the WSYSA state tournaments? Please refer to the Washington State Youth Soccer Association 2007/2008 State Tournament Information Chart
New WSYSA Disciplinary Ruling
Effective September 1, 2007 the new 605 Disciplinary Rule will go into effect. One of the major changes is the new provisions for players, coaches or team officials who have been sent off (received a red card) now have mandatory game sit outs. Any sendoff or second caution issued in a match, to a player, coach or team official makes that person ineligible to participate in their next regularly scheduled match(s) as outlined under WSYSA Rule 605. WSYSA Disciplinary Committees will no longer be holding “Soccer Court” on Thursday night.
To find out more about this rule please visit the WSYSA website by clicking here.
PDL Initiates Pilot Club Player Pass Program
(September 10, 2007) Todd Lincoln, PDL Director, announces the The Club Player Pass, "as a unique feature to the Player Development League. It focuses on the development cycle of the individual player, allowing for shifts in level of play that match the player’s progress. Ultimately this is most fair for the player, who gets more opportunities to play at the correct level, and not be forced into higher, or lower, level competition without due consideration."
Players may be moved between teams on a club to maximize their potential through play. Players are still rostered to their original team, but are given opportunities for a beneficial experience at other levels of play.
The Club Player Pass is not to be used to bolster the competitive level of multiple teams within a club by sharing the higher achieving players between teams.
Please click here to download the PDF outlining the purpose and rules governing this pilot program
FIFA Women's World Cup 2007
 The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2007 will be held in China from September 10-September 30 2007. Sixteen nations will participate in the Women’s World Cup finals. As the host, China will automatically qualify. The remaining fifteen berths were divided as follows, with at least one going to each of the six FIFA confederations: five to Europe, 2.5 to Asia (plus hosts China), two to Africa, two to South America, 2.5 to North America, Central America and the Caribbean and one to Oceania. The half spot indicates that the 16th qualifier was determined through a play-off between the third placed teams from Asia (Japan) and CONCACAF (Mexico), with the Japanese team coming out victorious.
Watch the Action, click here for schedules and standing on the U.S. Soccer website.
US Open Cup Semi-Final Sounders vs FC Dallas of MLS
 It’s the match of the year as the Sounders face an MLS team in an exciting US Open Cup Semi-Final. Group tickets available with minimum 20 ticket orders. Premium Reserved Seats $22 ($3 savings), Reserved Seating $17 ($3 savings), and General Admission $13 ($2 savings).
September 4th, Qwest Field, Kickoff 7pm
For more information call Gary Boyle at (206) 622-3415 x122.
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Soccer Summit Shapes the Future of Youth Soccer
 FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON (Wednesday, August 29) – On August 25 and 26, members of the Washington State Youth Soccer Association (WSYSA) community gathered at the Sea-Tac Hilton for Soccer Summit 2007. This two day event, hosted by WSYSA, provided the perfect forum for association presidents, board members, coaches, coaching directors, administrators, and referees from across the state to openly discuss the current soccer landscape and collaborate on ideas that will help shape the future of the sport in Washington.
Washington Youth Soccer Opens Lines of Communication Through Soccer Summit
FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON (Thursday, July 19th) – Washington State Youth Soccer Association (WSYSA) recently announced its inaugural Soccer Summit will be held from August 25-26, 2007 at the Hilton Seattle Airport and Conference Center. Based on its overall mission to foster growth through the sport of soccer, WSYSA believes the Soccer Summit will be a positive step in encouraging state-wide discussion at the club, association, district, and state levels.
BU16 Gold Semifinalist Skagit River & Snohomish Invitational
 (May 2007) Once again the FCA Alliance Boys ’91 Gold, coached by Jeff Renkert, reach the semi-finals. First at the Snohomish Invitational and now the 2007 Sims Honda Skagit River Cup in Burlington, Washington May 18-20. Going 2-1-0 in the preliminary series, they unleashed their agressive style soccer on the WFC Rangers, Ajax Pacific FC, and Mukilteo Hotspurs. Congratulations to a well-fought semi-final match against Pacific Premier FC Red.
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FCA Students - Earn Community Service Credits
NYSA Volunteers Needed
 Student players, why wait to earn your community service hours when the time and opportunity are available right now! NYSA is seeking student volunteers to donate 3-6 hours of their time in exchange for community service credits. If you love soccer, NYSA has the job for you!
Council proceeds with sports field project
Thanks to NYSA and community support!
 (Monday June 11, 2007) The topic of the June 4 public hearing was whether to call for a public vote on a $6,588,000 city ball field project, whose final cost is not yet firm. The project entails reconfiguring the current field layout; replacing the grass with synthetic turf; adding lights, new scoreboards, baseball dugouts, landscaping, public art, a new entry feature, a basketball court, playground and walking loop.
Twenty-eight speakers testified during the hearing. Five were Parks and Recreation Commissioners; several were coaches; one, a soccer league official; two, affiliated with organizations working to help secure funding for the endeavor. Some were parents of children who use or used the fields, some lived within the City of Woodinville, some did not. Four spoke in favor of a public advisory vote on the project; 24 opposed such a vote. In the end, council voted 4-3 to proceed with the sports field project as planned (without a public advisory vote). To read the entire Woodinville Weekly article by Jeanette Knutson, Staff Writer, click here!
GU18 Gold Skagit Firecraker Champions
June Tournament Recognitions
 (June 30, 2007) Congratulations to GU-18 Gold (Shefts), the Skagit Firecraker tournament Champions June 15-17th. This was their second championship trophy this season, which included Starfire Memorial Cup May 25-28 (pictured).
Also in June, all four FC Alliance teams entered in the Baker Blast won recognition. Congratulations to GU-15 Gold ’92 (Duncan) who came home with the Championship trophy! The other three teams that advanced to the semifinal rounds were BU-14 White ’93 (Kenyon), GU-13 Gold ’94 (Knoll) and GU-14 Gold ’93 (Lim).
Visit our trophy case to see all our victorious teams.
Public Hearing on City Sports Fields Renovation
NYSA/FCA Needs Your Support June 4th!
 The Woodinville City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss the renovation of the City Sports fields. The purpose of the hearing will be to receive public testimony about the project and to consider the benefit on submitting the project as an advisory ballot to city voters. The hearing will be held June 4 at 7:30 p.m., Woodinville City Hall, Council Chambers, 17301-133rd Avenue NE. The proposed $6.5 million project includes installation of synthetic turf, lighting for nighttime play, two competition level soccer fields, safety fencing, spectator seating, scoreboards, covered baseball dugouts, and restrooms. Additional enhancements include the Carol Edwards loop, a walking path around the fields, a children’s playground and basketball court. Written comment will be accepted up to and at the hearing. Please bring a letter expressing your support for this project to the June 4th meeting. The estimated project cost includes design, permits, engineering and construction. The project is funded by real estate excise taxes, park impact fees, admissions tax and grants. Additional funding sources include grants and non-profit and private donations.
NYSA Agreement with City of Woodinville - Jan 8, 2007 (Download PDF) City Council Public Hearing Staff Report - June 4, 2007 (Download PDF)
Gov. Chris Gregoire Signs New Law For Youth Referees
 OLYMPIA – For years, youth soccer clubs in Washington have hired young referees – some as young as 10 – to officiate at games. The problem? It’s illegal. In general, Washington’s child labor laws make it a misdemeanor for anyone to hire a child under 14. The child’s parents can also be charged. There are a few exemptions, including farm work, acting and housework. But there’s no exemption for youth soccer officials. That changed Monday, when Gov. Chris Gregoire signed a new law allowing the hundreds of young youth soccer refs to continue working – and to get paid legally.
Washington State Youth Soccer Association Moves Girls Club Play to the Spring Season
 FEDERAL WAY, WASHINGTON (Thursday, May 24) – On May 20, 2007, the Washington State Youth Soccer Association (WSYSA)’s Board of Directors unanimously approved to move the girls club soccer season from fall to spring. This change will impact approximately 2,000 players who make up the Girls Under-15 through Under-19 age groups of two key programs, the Washington State Premier League (WSPL) and Washington State Youth Development League (WSYDL). With this change, WSYSA is attempting to alleviate the conflict between the high school and club soccer seasons as well as strengthen the overall development of women’s soccer around the state.
2007 Premier Development League
Press Release
The Commissioners of Washington State Youth Soccer Association are proud to announce, in conjunction with the Coaching Directors of the participating clubs, a spring and fall League that focuses primarily on developmental principles of youth soccer. Participation in this league is open to all clubs in WSYSA who qualify. Recognizing a need issued in a statement from Coaching Directors of clubs throughout the State of Washington consistently fielding State Premier League teams, the Commissioners have created a Development League for ages U11 through U14. The league is administered and governed by an 8 member committee, currently seated with representatives from Districts 1, 2, 3, and 4. Clubs from Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 currently participate in the League. Click here to read the latest Update for 2007
Meghan Biggs- Player of the Year
 Meghan’s achievements both on and off the field are a true testament of who she is and her commitment level she gives to everything she puts her mind and heart to. Just spend a few moments with her and you will see what I am talking about!” --Coach Val Seid, GU18 Gold
Sammy Ross - Player of the Year
 Samantha is on the GU17 Gold, an Honor student at Eastlake High school, and is our second recipient of the FC Alliance Player of the Year. Sammy is an inspiration to all our young FC Alliance players, and her accomplishment are that of a champion!
FC Alliance Teams collect donations for Kids 1st!
 Thank you to everyone that contributed to the Kids 1st organization. Associate Coaching Director/Coach Hadji will be delivering the collected items to Senegal in in early 2007. Your generous donations included 13 warm ups, 164 jerseys, 75 pairs of shoes, 20 shin guards, 4 pair of gloves, 95 balls, 12 bags, 15 pairs of socks, 33 pinnies, 2 sweaters, 16 pants, 13 jackets and 21 pairs of shorts and $2600.00 in cash donations. We look forward to photos from Hadji when he returns from Africa and will post for all to see. Thank you again for all your donations!
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