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Julia Olson - 2009 Female Player of the Year
 The FC Alliance board is proud to bestow the prestigious 2009 Female Player of the Year Award to Julia Olson. Julia’s dedication and loyalty to NYSA and the FC Alliance program began in kindergarten. She has played within our program for her entire career and ended her career with FC Alliance as a State Champions. She also played high school soccer for Inglemoor and ended her career there on the varsity squad. Julia has achieved a 3.80 GPA.
Alex Swanson - 2009 Male Player of the Year
 The FC Alliance board is proud to bestow the prestigious 2009 Male Player of the Year Award to Alex Swanson. Alex earned a 3.85 GPA and is in the LINK program at Inglemoor. Alex has played for FC Alliance since since U13 on both the Gold and White teams. He played on the FC Alliance B90 White team, and the Inglemoor high school varsity.
Are You Interested in Playing Premier Soccer?
New to our area or missed your age appropriate scheduled tryout? You still may have the chance to participate in FC Alliance. To see if there is an opportunity for you, click continue.
For Current Player Opportunities Click Here
Alliance Premier Summer Camps
Academy of Excellence - Registration OPEN!
Aug 17 - 19 at Canyon Park JH
Who: Boys and Girls (NYSA and FCA players)
Time: 9am - 12N
When: Mon, Tues, Wed
Cost: $65 per camp Pre-registration required
Download the registration form and mail today to complete registration! Each player should bring a soccer ball, water and dress for the weather. Click here for Academy Summer Camp Registration Form
Alliance Academy of Excellence Clinics
 Now Open for Registration! The Academy program will consist of six 3-week specialized training sessions run by Dayo Oyetuga, Academy Director. Open to all FC Alliance players, but space is limited so register soon to guarantee your spot!
Next session begins Tues, June 30th or Wed, July 1st Sign Up TODAY!
3-week session on either Tues or Wed evenings, 5:30 - 7pm
FCA Spotlight on Coach Hugo Alcaraz
 Hugo Alcaraz is a member of our elite Alliance training staff, and coach of the 2010 Boys U15-White. Hugo joined FC Alliance from the Seattle Sounder’s, where he played in the 2007 1st Division Championship season; scoring and assisting on the goals leading to the championship victory. Hugo also previously played with the Portland Timbers for five seasons, becoming the Timbers all-time leader in assist and games played, and led the USL First Division in assists during the 2004 and 2005 seasons. In his spare time, Hugo runs a soccer training academy, LIGHTNING STRIKE! that offers individual and team training. To contact Hugo and be considered for his premier team click here - alcarazhugo@hotmail.com.
Interstate Travel Agreement Approved
Tournament Travel is now easier between Washington, Idaho & Oregon
 On May 20th, 2009 Washington Youth Soccer, Idaho Youth Soccer and Oregon Youth Soccer entered into an interstate travel agreement for team travel. This agreement grants permission to our member teams to travel between and among Washington, Idaho and Oregon, without having to submit travel papers for "friendly matches," or competitions that are sanctioned by the hosting states soccer association. To learn more visit the WSYSA e-Travel page
FCA Spotlight on Coach Dayo Oyetuga
 Dayo Oyetuga is our FC Alliance Academy of Excellence Director, and coach of the 2010 Girls U15 Teams. We have been fortunate to have Dayo associated with our program for many years. As a graduate of Everett High School, former member of the University of Washington Soccer team and professional soccer player in Germany, Sweden and Finland he is knowledgeable and passionate about teaching the game of soccer. Dayo is also Program Director of First Touch Soccer Training, a local training company that provides individual and team training opportunities. To contact Dayo and be considered for his premier team click here - oyeelva@hotmail.com.
GU18 Gold Challenge Cup State Champions!!
(May 3, 2009) Congratulations to FC Alliance G90 Gold, the 2009 GU18 STATE CHAMPIONS!
Under the guidance of coaches Jose Quiray and Dennis Gunnell, these talented Alliance players demonstrated great team chemistry, dedication and determination in achieving their goal. This was a total team effort. The Championship match was played Sunday at Starfire with FC Alliance winning 4-3 (PKs) over FC Crush. After trailing by 3 goals our FCA team fought back hard to tie the game 3-3 in regulation play. No goals were scored in overtime taking the teams to kicks from the mark. The kicks went into the sixth round with FCA goalkeeper Katrina King making the stop. Tremendous effort by all the girls - Congratulations!! Read their inspiring story ....
Alliance Coach Earns NYSA Honors
 (March 2009) Congratulations to Alliance coach Jeff Renkert for earning the coveted NYSA Competitive Coach Of The Year award, as well as, District II nomination. Jeff has instilled our club’s values of commitment, discipline, team work and fun within his team, which is demonstrated by the success of his players both on and off the field. His successful team (Challenge Cup Champions 2007 and 2nd place WSYL P3 2008) has one of the highest return rates for players. This is another tribute to his influence and ability to build a strong team of highly motivated individuals. Jeff is a former University of Washington player and continues to enjoy playing competitive soccer in the local mens league.
Alliance Player Nominated for Goal Of The Year
 (March 2009) Keegan Bubar, FC Alliance B91 Gold, BU17 has been nominated for Washington State Youth Soccer Association GOAL OF THE YEAR award.
Click HERE to see his amazing shot caught on video. (Quicktime Required)
NYSA Sportsmanship Award Winners
FC Alliance B91 White, BU17, coached by Michael Spong
FC Alliance B96 White, BU12, coached by Francois Delafosse
FC Alliance G96 Gold, GU12, coached by Ed Lim
2009 Donation Drive Kicks-Off for Kids 1st
 Technical Director/Coach Hadji Sow will be delivering donated items to Senegal, Africa in early 2009. Last year, FC Alliance players & parents generously donated over 550 lbs of new and used uniforms, cleats, shin-guards and soccer balls! 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
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