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🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 Are you passionate about youth soccer and looking to take the next step in your career? Maryland State Youth Soccer Association is seeking a Lead Referee Assignor to join our team! ⚽️ As the Lead Referee Assignor, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the success of our youth soccer programs by managing referee assignments for tournaments and events. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to make a difference in the soccer community, we want to hear from you! 👉 Learn more: Apply by emailing Jessica Hafer at Jessica@msysa.org #YouthSoccer #SoccerCareers #Hiring #MSYSA #JobOpening

MSYSA is proud to announce that we will once again host the prestigious U.S. Soccer National B Course in 2025! Register Here: This comprehensive course follows a blended learning format, offering the perfect mix of online and in-person education. Participants will engage in: ✅ Online coursework and assignments ✅ Small group meetings ✅ Independent learning opportunities ✅ Two in-person sessions Important Details for Interested Coaches: 🔹 ALL STUDENT COACHES WILL BE ASKED TO JOIN THE WAITLIST 🔹 STUDENT COACHES WILL THEN RECEIVE AN INVITATION TO REGISTER IF ACCEPTED INTO THE COURSE 🔹 PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR PLAYING AND COACHING EXPERIENCE IS UP-TO-DATE IN YOUR LEARNING CENTER PROFILE AS WELL AS ANY ADDITIONAL LICENSES YOU MAY HAVE SINCE THIS WILL BE USED FOR THE APPLICATION PROCESS

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 Are you passionate about youth soccer and looking to take the next step in your career? Maryland State Youth Soccer Association is seeking an Lead Referee Assignor to join our team! ⚽️ As the Lead Referee Assignor, you’ll play a critical role in ensuring the success of our youth soccer programs by managing referee assignments for tournaments and events. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to make a difference in the soccer community, we want to hear from you! 👉 Learn more: Apply by emailing Jessica Hafer at Jessica@msysa.org #YouthSoccer #SoccerCareers #Hiring #MSYSA #JobOpening

⏳ The countdown is on! Are YOU ready for the 𝗕𝗘𝗦𝗧 𝗦𝗨𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗥 𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗥! ☀️⚽️😎 Registrations are now OPEN for 𝗠𝗦𝗬𝗦𝗔’𝘀 𝗦𝘂𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗼𝗰𝗰𝗲𝗿 𝗔𝗰𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗺𝘆. Act fast because registrations fill up fast 💨 Register here:

Check out our new IG Reel featuring Bowie Youth Soccer Academy at the Eastern President Cup!

📢 We’re Hiring: Event Support Specialists! Are you passionate about soccer and looking for an exciting opportunity to make a difference in your community? Join the Maryland State Youth Soccer Association (MSYSA) team as an Event Support Specialist! 🌟 About the Role: As an Event Support Specialist, you’ll play a vital role in spreading MSYSA’s mission by creating safe, fun, and engaging environments at our events. These include Cups, Community Events, Camps, Clinics, and more across Maryland and D.C. 📌 Ready to Apply? Click the link below to learn more and submit your application today! We can’t wait to see you on the field! 👉

The U.S. Soccer D License course is a comprehensive training program designed to improve coaches' skills in developing youth soccer players. Here's what participants can expect to learn and experience: Available 2025 D COURSES HOST: LFCIA HAGERSTOWN, MD – DEC 26TH, 2024 - FEB 27TH, 2025 (THURSDAY EVENING GROUP HOST: MSI U.S. Soccer D Course - Rockville, MD - Jan 12th - Mar 21st (Sunday Evening Group) HOST ST. MARYS SOCCER CLUB 2025 U.S. Soccer D Course - Great Mills, MD - Jan 1st - Mar 9th (Wednesday Evening Group) HOST ST. MARYS SOCCER CLUB 2025 U.S. Soccer D Course - Great Mills, MD - Jan 3rd - Mar 12th (Friday Evening Group)

The MSYSA Soccer Lab is proud to announce its latest publication, MSYSA Scholarship and Grant Programs: A Review of the First Years of Giving (2021-2024). Key findings include: • Nearly $174,000 awarded • 91.8% increase in player registrations and a 33.4% rise in licensed referees • An estimated impact ranging from $522,000 to $21.5 million Download the full publication today to learn more about these impactful programs here:

The U.S. Soccer D License course is a comprehensive training program designed to improve coaches' skills in developing youth soccer players. Here's what participants can expect to learn and experience: Key Learning Outcomes: Leadership & Performance Management: • Understand how to manage and lead within a performance environment. • Develop skills for managing teams and fostering positive team dynamics. Player Development: • Learn how to coach players effectively within a team setting. • Enhance understanding of individual player needs and how to integrate them into team goals. In-Game Coaching: • Develop strategies for coaching during games. • Learn how to adapt to game situations and provide tactical guidance. Training Session Design & Execution: • Learn to design and implement effective training sessions. • Focus on one specific activity within a session to demonstrate coaching proficiency. Available 2025 D COURSES HOST: MSI 2025 U.S. Soccer D Course - Rockville, MD - Jan 12th - Mar 21st (Sunday Evening Group) HOST ST. MARYS SOCCER CLUB 2025 U.S. Soccer D Course - Great Mills, MD - Jan 1st - Mar 9th (Wednesday Evening Group HOST ST. MARYS SOCCER CLUB 2025 U.S. Soccer D Course - Great Mills, MD - Jan 3rd - Mar 12th (Friday Evening Group)

🚨Calling all Maryland and DC goalkeepers! 🚨 Join us for the MSYSA Goalkeeping Clinic and level up your skills! 🧤⚽️ 📅 Date: Saturday, December 14, 2024 📍 Location: Ballinger Creek Park, Frederick County 💵 Player Fee: $30.00 U8-U11 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM U12-U16 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Bonus: Coaches & Parents welcome FREE to attend! 🙌 Don't miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and learn from the best! 💪 Register Here:

The Maryland State Youth Soccer Association (@MSYSA) has recently partnered with @refsix to more fully understand the impact that REFSIX may have on reducing a soccer referees’ administrative burden. If you are a licensed soccer referee in Maryland and are age 18 or older and would like to learn more and participate, then please send a note to Gabriel Ado (gabriel@msysa.org)! This study has been approved by the @TowsonU Institutional Review Board (approval # 2660).

ICYMI: Check out this month's edition of Kickoff! ⚽️🏆 Please find below the October edition of Kickoff - All Things MSYSA. This month's issue is packed with exciting announcements, updates, and insights! Thank you for being part of the MSYSA community, and we look forward to sharing more exciting updates with you in the future! Read the full Issue Here:

🚨 We're Hiring! 🚨 Are you passionate about youth soccer and looking to take the next step in your career? Maryland State Youth Soccer Association is seeking an Affiliate Logistics Coordinator to join our team! ⚽️ In this role, you’ll help provide support to the MSYSA registration department, working directly with our affiliates and individuals looking to register each year across the state. If you’re organized, detail-oriented, and eager to make a difference in the soccer community, we want to hear from you! 👉 Learn more and apply today: #YouthSoccer #SoccerCareers #Hiring #MSYSA #JobOpening

Looking to connect and engage with your community?⚽️ Join BVBIA Maryland for Community Pick-Up Soccer and enjoy some fun on the field with friends and neighbors! All skill levels welcome. 🤗

Join us in supporting the @WashSpirit this Saturday at Audi Field cheering on Trinity Rodman and the Washington Spirit. 👏⭐️ Grab your tickets here 🎟️:

🌟 New Partnership Announcement! 🌟 MSYSA is thrilled to announce a new partnership with @refsix, the cutting-edge referee management and performance app! This collaboration is another step forward in our commitment to growing the beautiful game in Maryland and DC. Together, we aim to enhance the experience for players, coaches, and referees alike, fostering a stronger and more vibrant soccer community! ⚽️ Learn more about our partnership Here:

Absolutely incredible job representing Maryland on a National Stage!

We are so happy everyone had such an amazing time at Summer Soccer Academy! ⚽️☀️👍 See you soon for week ✌️! 😎 🌟 Interested in registering your soccer star for next year? Learn more here:

RT @USYouthSoccer: Nationals bound!! 🤪🏆️🏝️ 2024 USYS National Championships, presented by @NewYorkLife @usyscups | #ForItAll | #RoadtoFL…