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| GSA Staff Changes for Fall 2012
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| It is with mixed emotions that we announce that our current Boy's Academy Director, Coach Drew Prentice, is leaving after a year with GSA to pursue another opportunity. We will miss Drew and appreciate all of his efforts on behalf of GSA. We want to wish Drew and his family all the best for the future and thank him for his great service to GSA. Drew brought the same organization and leadership to the Academy that has served him well as the head coach of the Collins Hill Boy's Varsity program. Drew will always be part of the GSA family and we all wish him well in his future endeavors. |
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| At the same time we are proud to announce that Sean Moynihan has accepted the position of Boy's Academy Director. Sean has been a member of the GSA Academy staff for the last 5 seasons and has coached both his sons in the GSA recreation program starting at U5. Prior to joining GSA, Sean was a full time staff coach for another soccer club in Atlanta, where in addition to coaching multiple age groups, he was also responsible for daily administrative and field duties. Sean is a native of New Jersey where he coached and played at multiple levels. From 1995-2000 Sean was the varsity boys coach for St. Rose High School in Belmar, New Jersey, his alma mater and where he was a member of the 1988 state championship team and also coached the team to South Jersey state title in 2000. |
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A critical component to Sean’s experience is his 10 years as a coaching director for the Coerver Method, a method that focuses on individual skills and small group play. Currently Sean possesses a NSCAA Advanced National Diploma.While playing at NCAA Division I, Monmouth University, Sean was a 3 year starter, as well as, captain and MVP, and led the team to their first conference title in 1990. The New Jersey Stallions of the USISL signed Sean to a professional player contract in 1996. Sean spends his time off the pitch as a Tenant Advisor for and international commercial real estate firm, where he helps companies increase cash flow by developing real estate strategies that support their business plans.
| We are also pleased to announce that Judson Hamby has accepted the position of Girl's Academy Director and will work closely with Campbell Chapman managing the Girl's Select Program. Judson has coached at GSA since 2004 and has achieved success at all different age groups. Judson also has served as the head coach of the Parkview High School Girl's Varsity Soccer team since 2007. Under his leadership, the Parkview Panthers have won 3 consecutive station 5A championships and Judson was recognized as the Coach of the Year by the National Soccer Coaches Association of America. |
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Please join us in congratulating both Sean and Judson as they transition into their expanded roles at GSA.
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| ON THE PITCH with GSA Staff, Teams, and Athletes
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Nuno Piteira, GSA's Boy's Director, is currently in Portugal and is coaching ODP select players along with our state DOC Jacob Daniel in this unique and special experience. Nuno is back in his homeland where he grew up and shares the culture, both in soccer and every day life.
This trip to SCP academia is made up by 16 players including 5 from GSA. GSA players include Jack Fitton (GSA99 Phoenix Red), Juan Pablo Torres (GSA 99 Phoenix Red), Andy Harris (GSA 97 Phoenix Red), John Robert Corzine (GSA 97 Phoenix Red) and Eli Pinner (GSA 95 Phoenix Red).
Thursday, March 29th, was the first full day of this trip that has Georgia ODP players living, eating, socializing and competing on the soccer pitch with SCP (Sporting Club of Portugal). This is what makes this experience so different from any other the opportunity, to see what "full time" players, the best of the best must do daily to achieve their maximum potential as players and possibly one day a professional contract.
SCP has produced some of the top players in world, like Real Madrid Cristiano Ronaldo, Man United Nani, former world player of the year in Luis Figo and a "zillion" other top professionals, next to Barcelona no other club in world has had SCP success.
The GSA boys have decided to write a daily journal with details of their trip. A different GSA player will post their update on the GSA Facebook page so please check back often for their updates.
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| GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL Leads U15 ECNL Rankings
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It should be noted, these rankings are not predictive, but rather reactive to the results. In other words, the higher ranked team has accomplished something on the field to earn that position for now. As such, we expect quite a bit of turnover in the rankings throughout the rest of the ECNL season.
| 2011-12 Elite Clubs National League Power Rankings: Under-15 |
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The high scoring of Jennifer Westendorf, Amanda Vocelka and Ella Stevens has carried GSA's offense. However, not to be overlooked is a defense riding a six-match shutout streak.
Next Match: Playoffs, TBA |
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The Texas Conference leader's best attribute might be depth. So far, 15 different players have scored goals this season. The upcoming Texans match will be key for the division title.
Next Match: April 22 at Dallas Texans |
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The Blues' win streak ended at nine matches last week, but this team remains a force. The Blues face the San Diego Surf in a key match this weekend.
Next Match: April 7 at San Diego Surf |
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With several of the top five in action in the upcoming weeks, Eclipse Select -- which does not play again until June -- is in position to move up despite its idle status.
Next Match: June 2 at Carmel United |
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West Coast has been on the fringe of the top five the past few weeks but a 3-0 showing at the ECNL San Diego event pushed the team into the elite this week.
Next Match: April 14 at Arsenal |
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| GSA 96 Phoenix Red Boys qualify for US Youth Soccer 2012 Nationals
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The GSA U16 Boys began National League competition with sixteen other teams during the Men's College Cup in Birmingham, AL. December 8-11, 2011. The sixteen teams were separated into the Red and Blue divisions with the winner of each flight qualifying for Nationals in Rock Hill, SC this Summer. GSA was grouped in the Red Division with 2011 National Finalists Michigan Jaguars 96 Green and Regional power West Pines United Black, Fl. GSA got off to a great start on opening weekend by claiming ten out of twelve points sitting a top the Red Division at weekends end.
GSA 96 Phoenix Red along with National Power and Blue Division winner Scottsdale 96 Blackhawks, AZ qualify for Nationals this Summer. GSA and Scottsdale now wait for the four Regional Champions to the begin competition the Summer in Rock Hill, SC July 25-29. Above is a picture of the team but is missing players Adam Musa and Roman Brockman.
Congratulations to the team on an incredible season in the US Youth Soccer National League and we look forward to the competition at Nationals this summer!
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| Burfor "Buff" Carr Joins Silverbacks
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Borfor "Buff" Carr, a 24-year-old attacking midfielder who played for Central Gwinnett,has joined the Atlanta Silverbacks, the club announced Friday. "It's amazing," Carr said. "I'm happy about being back here. In Romania I was just so far away from my friends and family. I'll be even more happy with those people watching me."
The team was impressed with Carr's performance during preseason tryouts, according to a news release. He played in all of the team's preseason games and scored a goal against Clayton State University. "Borfor brings versatility and pace to the team, which are two great qualities to have," Silverbacks coach Alex Pineda Chacon said in the release. "He can play different positions and has the ability to blow past defenders with his remarkable speed, so we're happy to add him into our squad after seeing him play very well this preseason."
After graduating from Central in 2006, Carr spent about a year working with Bruno Kalonji, whom he credits with a lot of his success. "He was responsible for everything that happened to me," Carr said. "He was my mentor and trainer." Carr is a native of Zqedru, Liberia, and left the country at age 3 for Ivory Coast. At age 14, he moved to Lawrenceville, where his family still lives. Buff also coaches locally at Gwinnett Soccer Association (GSA).
In 2009, Carr started playing for Romanian club CS Concordia Chiajna. He spent two and a half years there before moving back to the metro Atlanta area last year. arr may be available for Saturday's game against the Carolina RailHawks. It all depends on when the Romanian federation clears him to start playing for his new team.
The Silverbacks have an experienced attacking midfielder in Danilo Turcios. Carr said they played well together in preseason games. "I like his style," Carr said. "He's one of the guys I've got to look up to. … They're all great guys who are easy to get along with."
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2012 ODP Championships - Frisco, TX
The following players will be represents GSA and Georgia in the ODP National Championships that will be held in Frisco, TX from March 9 through March 11. Players from GSA include: Jessica Allen (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL), Brie Haynes (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL), Blake Johnson (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL), Heather Lacy (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL), Lauren Tanner (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL), Alexis Thomas (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL) & Taylor Wagnon (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL).
U18 National Team
Anna McClung (GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL)
U15 National Pool Training Camp Feb. in FL
Ella Stevens, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Jennifer Westendorf, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
U17 and U19 Irish National Teams
Jill Maloney, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Region III '95 Team trip to Italy in March
Heather Lacy, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Region III '97 team trip to Costa Rica in February
Brittney Bennett, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Anna Bougas, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Emma Carlson, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Ella Stevens, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Jennifer Westendorf, GSA 97 PhoenixECNL
ODP Interregional National Development Camp In February in Las Vegas
Jessica Allen, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Lauren Tanner, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Taylor Wagnon, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Hannah Huizenga, GSA 96 Phoenix ECNL 96 Red ECNL
Morgan Beans, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
ECNL ID Camp - Greenville Feb
Mariah Dickey, GSA 94 Phoenix ECNL
Anna McClung, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Natalie Goodman, GSA 96 Phoenix ECNL
Rachel Garcia, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Dena Cisic, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
Heather Lacy, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Jill Maloney, GSA 95 Phoenix ECNL
Amanda Vocelka, GSA 97 Phoenix ECNL
For More Information... Click Here
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| Team Qualifies for Regionals
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Congratulations to the GSA 98 Boys Red team for their undefeated R3PL season. The boys finished the season with 7 wins no losses and 4 draws and currently are on top of the R3PL East. They are guaranteed a first or second place finish in R3PL and a spot in US Youth Soccer Southern Regionals in June. The 98 Boys are the third GSA boys team to have qualified for the event, joining the 96 and 97 Boys. The GSA 96 Phoenix red have also qualified for the US Youth Soccer National Championships based on finishing first in National League earlier this spring.
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Dylan Gaither of the GSA 01 Benfica Team was invited to train with West Ham United International Youth Academy (WHUFC) London, England on March 25 through April 1, 2012. He was identified at one of the club's Elite ID camps last year and in...vited to the National camp where he was selected to go to WHUFC London. Dylan participated in extensive technical and tactical soccer drills, skills and techniques provided by WHUFC Youth Academy coaches. He also had the opportunity to scrimmage the WHUFC U-12 Academy team.
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Now you can get GSA field status updates sent directly to your email or text message sent to your cell phone/PDA! To sign up for this free service, please CLICK HERE
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Girl's College Camp 2012 at GSA
Are you interested in playing soccer in college?
This camp is designed for high-level, experienced student-athletes who are considering continuing their athletic career at the college level. The camp is held over 3 days at GSA and the daily schedule includes 75 minute sessions with college coaches, 30 minutes of shooting/finishing, a 60 minute scrimmage and a Question & Answer session for players and parents.
May 18 / 5:30pm - 8:30pm
May 19 / 4:00pm - 7:00pm
May 20 / 9:00am - 12:00pm
Schools planning to attend include: University of Georgia, Georgia State, Kennesaw State University, Furman, Appalachian State, Columbus State University, Auburn, UNC Charlotte, Arkansas, Tennessee, North Georgia University, UNC Greensboro, Clemson, Ole Miss, Mercer, Presbyterian, Valdosta State & Clayton State.
PRICE: $160.00 per player.
For more information or to register, please contact Campbell Chapman.
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Nuno Piteira's Soccer Experience
This is a residential camp that is held on the beautiful campus of Reinhardt University in Waleska, GA. Camp dates are listed below and you will receive a free Mini Ball if you register before April 25, 2012.
Camp Dates
Week 1: June 17-21 (Ages 13-17)
Week 2: June 24-28 (Ages 9-13)
For more information, please visit the camp website at by CLICKING HERE.
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Camp is open to all Academy and Select Players. The camp is for the serious soccer player and the sessions are designed to test the players ability and work on all aspects of the game.
We will focus on 1 v 1 , building up to small sided games, it is a camp that will maximize every minute of the session. There will be technical sessions for ball striking, heading , passing and receiving. Players will be grouped by age or skill level.
Camp dates are
Camp #1 June 11-14 9am – 12pm
Camp #2 July 16-19 8am – 11am.
Cost $140
For more information, please contact campbell.chapman@gsasoccer.com
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Make your dreams come true... Play like a star.
Kalonji Soccer is all about developing skills and talent. We employ a unique technique that combines both hard work and skill repetition that guarantees result. In less than one week, you will go from an average soccer player to an elite soccer star!
Travel across Georgia and all you see are soccer programs that provide the same kinds of training. At Kalonji Soccer, we provide a unique training. We push our player's mind and body to the limit and make them one of a kind. The skills they will acquire will not only develop them physically, but also mentally. They will learn how to focus, and play with the determination of a star.
Click Here to Register
Camp Price
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Dribbling Tackling
Passing Tactical Awareness
Shooting Trapping
Defending Attacking
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Cost: 185.00 per player
(Early registration only $165 ends 06/01/2012)
Registration Deadline: June 15, 2012
Late Registration: June 20, 2012
(includes $25.00 late charge)
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Welcome to the GSA Store!
This is your one-stop shop for all your club needs! Here you will find everything you need for the season including required uniform items and optional items that all have your special club pricing!
After you add your uniform and optional items, make sure you check the navigation bar at the top of any page to find the largest selection of soccer gear to help you complete your kit. Get ready for the season in one stop by adding boots, shinguards, training gear or anything else to your club order. Join the Goal Club to get discounts on your non-club items and earn points for free gear.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your club uniforms or product, please contact a Eurosport Team Representative by phone at 1-877-308-7989. CLICK HERE to proceed to the GSA Store.
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