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KSYSA RULE 5.2.12 - SUSPENSIONS/SEND OFFS
Any coach who is ejected from any competition shall remain under suspension until the penalty is served with the team the coach was coaching when ejected; provided, however, the coach is not charged with referee assault or abuse, in which case USSF policies 531-9 and 531-10 shall apply. If after seven (7) days and the penalty has not been served, the coach may be allowed to coach other teams to which (s)he was rostered at the time of the ejection provided payment of any associated fines has been satisfied. In addition, for the first ejection in any seasonal year the coach shall be assessed a fine of not less than Seventy Five Dollars ($75.00) to be collected by the competition authorities and paid to KSYSA; for a second ejection in any seasonal year the fine shall increase to an amount not less than One Hundred and Fifty Dollars ($150.00) to be collected by the competition authorities and paid to KSYSA; and, for a third and any additional ejection(s) in any seasonal year the fine shall increase to an amount not less than Three Hundred Dollars ($300.00) to be collected by the competition authorities and paid to KSYSA. A failure to pay the fine within seven days of the ejection shall result in the coach remaining under suspension until such time as the fine is paid. Nothing in this rule precludes the competition authority from imposing additional penalties and fines beyond those provided by this Rule (Amended November 11, 2007).
Click here for the Verification of Suspension Served Form to be completed by League and Tournament Administrators (for player and coach sendoffs/ejections) and sent to the Kansas Youth Soccer office.
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Board of Directors Meeting and Annual General Meeting Updates
The following Board of Director positions were filled in the elections:
Vice President - Recreation: Jose Zarate, Kansas City, Kansas
Vice President – Competitive: Vic Boydo, Wichita
Secretary: Mo Loridon, Shawnee
District Commissioners - District I: William Buchanan, Lenexa; District II: Tom Squires, Wichita; District III: Steve Schwartz, Topeka; District IV: Eric Pemberton, Louisburg; District IV: Cory Riggs
Alternate District Commissioners - District I: Huw Williams, Roeland Park; District II: Chris Duskin, Hutchinson; District III: David Ouderkirk, Salina; District IV: Brandon Beck, Emporia; District IV: Mark Griffin
At the Annual General Meeting on March 1, 2008, Bylaw 216 - Qualification of Officers, was added.
At the February 29, 2008 Board Meeting, Rule 3.13 - Free Agent Period, Tryouts and Player Recruitment, was amended and Rule 8.0 Indoor Soccer was added.
At the November 11, 2007 Board Meeting, the KSYSA Rules and Policies were amended and the Region II Risk Management Policy replaced the previous KSYSA Risk Management Policy.
At the February 26, 2005 Annual General Meeting, the membership approved new Bylaws, Rules and Policies.
Kansas Youth Soccer Awards Luncheon Honorees
Toyota President’s Award – Melissa and Tom Knox, Shawnee
Young Female Referee of the Year – Jessica Shiney, Louisburg
Young Male Referee of the Year – Mitchell E. Parkhill, Louisburg
Administrator of the Year – Donna Kaminsky, Overland Park
Volunteer of the Year – Joanne Hayes, Overland Park
Coach of the Year – Girls Recreation - Lee A. Reussner, Lawrence
Coach of the Year – Boys Recreation – David W. Adel, Prairie Village
Coach of the Year – Girls Competitive – Huw Williams, Roeland Park
Coach of the Year – Boys Competitive – Brandon Bleakley, Wichita
Olathe Referee Selected as 2007 US Youth Soccer Region II Young Referee of the Year
Congratulations to Jon Freemon of Olathe, Kansas for being chosen as this year's recipient of the US Youth Soccer Region II Young Male Referee of the Year. Jon was recognized earlier in the year as the 2007 Kansas Youth Soccer Young Male Referee of the Year at the Annual Awards dinner held in Salina, Kansas.
Jon has an excellent knowledge of the game of soccer and handles stressful situations with a sense of dignity and professionalism far beyond his age. Jon can be counted on to help out when assignors are in a scheduling bind. He genuinely cares about others and is a leader among his peers, always willing to give positive advice to young referees to help them develop. He shows strong teamwork on the pitch and off and uses his leadership skills in everything he does. Freemon is an exemplary full-time student at Johnson County Community College and an exceptional employee for Applebee’s in addition to his work as a referee. He has a respectful attitude and a gentle demeanor, and credits his mother for his strong foundation of knowing right from wrong. Jon truly loves being a referee and it shows in his commitment to the game.
New KSYSA Affiliate Member
Central Kansas United Soccer Club in Junction City has joined Kansas Youth Soccer as its newest Affiliate Member. Lon Borjas, President, is putting together a player development academy program in cooperation with the city officials in Junction City and has interest from the surrounding communities of Abilene, Woodfield, Harrington and Fort Riley. There has also been an interest in developing a soccer complex in Junction City.
Toyota President's Award
Each year, Kansas Youth Soccer pays tribute to outstanding soccer people by selecting someone for the Kansas Youth Soccer Toyota President's Award. This award acknowledges the efforts of a special soccer person who goes the extra mile for the sport and has a positive impact on the development of soccer in his or her community.
Take the opportunity to say "Thanks!" to these distinguished individuals and nominate them for this honor. Our state selection will join the award winners from Iowa, Nebraska, Missouri, South Dakota and North Dakota and be eligible for further recognition for the Midwest Soccer Alliance Toyota President's Award. For more information and selection criteria, CLICK HERE.
US Youth Soccer Creates Public Service Announcement to Help Spread the Message of Good Health | Learn More | Watch Video
US Youth Soccer created “Get Out and Get into the Game” public service announcement to encourage children to be more active and adopt healthier habits. The PSA has already started airing on the Fox Soccer Channel, a US Youth Soccer partner, and will start airing on other outlets nationwide this month. The PSA shows kids playing a game of soccer against a team representing common bad behaviors: Obesity, Soda after Soda, Too Much TV and Junk Food.
Dealing with Severe Weather | Learn More
This position paper provides basic guidelines for dealing with lightning, windstorms, and other severe weather conditions. The peak season for severe weather in the United States occurs between May and August, typically in the late afternoon and early evening.
Parent Article of the Month | Learn More
Each month on the Parents tab of USYouthSoccer.org a new article is posted just for you. US Youth Soccer Coaching Department offers a number of programs to educate new parents to the youth game and enhance the skills and understanding of current parents.
Coaching Article of the Month | Learn More
Each month on the Coaches tab of USYouthSoccer.org a new coaching article is posted. US Youth Soccer Coaching Department offers a number of programs to educate new youth coaches and enhance the skills of current coaches, continuing the progress of the game.
U.S. Soccer Foundation Announces 2006 Grants,
Benefiting 31 Groups, Including Twelve All Conditions Fields Grants
Kansas State Youth Soccer Association Awarded $100,000
WASHINGTON, DC – The U.S. Soccer Foundation, the Major Charitable Arm of Soccer in the United States, today announced that it has made funds available to 31 separate groups nationwide, in 18 different states, as part of its 11th annual grants program cycle. In total, the Foundation’s grants will make more than $1.7 million dollars available in the current year. Through its history, the Foundation has awarded over $21 million to soccer groups and facilities through its annual grants program. Since 1995, the organization has made over $40 million available for the growth of the game of soccer through grants and other financial support.The Foundation, through its partnership with NikeGO, awarded 12 All Conditions Fields grants for the construction of full-size soccer fields that can be used around the clock, no matter the weather.
In addition, the Foundation awarded 13 grants for soccer development programs and six for programs with field enhancements and upgrades. -READ MORE (PDF)
Toyota Named Official Vehicle of Midwest State Soccer Assoc.
(Kansas City , MO – September 22, 2005) The Kansas City Regional office for Toyota Motor Sales USA announced today that Toyota has become the Official Vehicle for the Kansas , Missouri , Nebraska , Iowa , North Dakota , and South Dakota State Soccer Associations. The sponsorship includes a variety of event and promotional opportunities designed to reach youth soccer participants and families during the fall and spring soccer seasons. -READ MORE-
Announcing the Wells Fargo Sharing Advantage Program
Click here to learn more about the Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Sharing Advantage Program.
Click here to learn more about the Chris and Beth Christoffersen Scholarship Fund
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