As we enter the midway point of the season, CSYS wanted to send out a quick note as to how the playoffs will be seeded and conducted.
Soccer Bowl Tournament seeding and general structure:
First Round: All teams will be placed in groupings based on their standings at the end of play on January 26th. When there are teams with fewer played games than others, those teams will have their most recent results removed until all teams have played the same number of games. Therefore, some games may count for one team and not the other with respect to playoff standings and seedings. (NOTE: ALL games for the entire regular season are used to calculate regular season division champions).
The U10s for both girls and boys will have a “RED” and “BLUE” tournament.
· For the girls there are 12 teams in 2 divisions. The top 6 teams will play in the “red” tournament and the bottom 6 teams will play in the “blue” tournament. The top two teams in each division and the next 2 teams overall qualify for the “red” tournament. Division leaders will be seeded 1-2 with division second place teams seeded 3-4 and the wild cards 5-6. The remaining 6 teams will be placed in the blue tournament and seeded 1-6 based strictly on total points regardless of division.
· For the boys, there are 22 teams in 4 divisions. The top 12 teams will play in the “red” tournament and the bottom 10 teams will play in the “blue” tournament. The top two teams in each division and the next 4 teams overall will qualify for the “red” tournament. Division leaders will be seeded 1-4 with division second place teams seeded 5-8 and the wild cards 9-12. The remaining 10 teams will be placed in the blue tournament and seeded 1-10 based strictly on total points regardless of division.
The U12 Boys will have a “RED” and “BLUE” tournament.
· For the boys, there are 17 teams in 2 divisions. The top 9 teams will play in the “red” tournament and the bottom 8 teams will play in the “blue” tournament. The top three teams in each division and the next three teams overall will qualify for the “red” tournament. Division leaders will be seeded 1-2 with division second place teams seeded 3-4, division 3rd place teams seeded 5-6 and the wild cards 7-9. The remaining 8 teams will be placed in the blue tournament and seeded 1-8 based strictly on total points regardless of division.
All other age groups will have a single tournament for all teams. In tournaments that have multiple pools, division champions will be placed in opposite pools with the remaining teams seeded regardless of original division.
Full details and tournament schedule will be distributed to everyone the weekend of Feb 1-2 via e-mail.
Due to midweek games on Wed Jan 15th and Thurs Jan 16th, Mon Jan 27 and Tues Jan 28 ALL practices for U10 age group teams are cancelled on these days. All other practices are still on.
Any players, parents, coaches, and directors that would like to participate in the Coral Springs holiday parade should gather at staging area # 47 on W. Sample Rd. just west of Coral Springs Drive, Wednesday Dec 11, at 5:30 PM. Players must be in uniform. Parents are encouraged to wear red. Coaches and directors should be in your uniform shirt. The parade will begin at 7 PM and end at University Drive. Also, we still have a couple of participant opportunities to hold the flags.
As of Wednesday Dec 3rd, the plan is to distribute uniforms on Saturday Dec 7th starting at 8 AM. Where: Dale Davis Pavilion next to Mullins 4.
If your team plays at North Community Park at 8:30, your uniforms will be at the field for you. Check back here for further updates.
Contingency Plan
In the event that something happens, our plan B will be to use white t-shirts and pinnies for Saturday’s games.
We will know for sure on Thursday if this will be necessary.
How will this work?
Coaches will notify all players to show up with white t-shirts. Wear whatever socks they have or currently use in practice. One team will use pinnies. We must make every effort to have goalies in a different color. Coaches, bring pinnies if you have them.
Boys and Girls Teams Ready to Showcase Their Talent
Coral Springs Youth Soccer is gearing up for an exciting soccer event as their talented girls and boys teams, consisting of players under 17, prepare to participate in the highly anticipated Enigma Tournament. Taking place from May 26 to May 29 in Weston, Florida, this tournament promises to be a thrilling display of skill, teamwork, and sportsmanship. With an earlier victory already under their belt, the girls team is determined to replicate their success, while the boys team, led by dedicated volunteer coaches Roberto Vieira and Santiago Ospina, aims to make a lasting impression. The first game is scheduled for Friday, May 26, at 8 pm, marking the beginning of an action-packed soccer extravaganza.
Having already experienced success in a prior tournament, the Coral Springs Youth Soccer girls team carries the momentum of their gold medal triumph into the Enigma Tournament. Led by coaches Hamil Cifuentes and Keith Franklin, this talented group of young athletes has proven their mettle, displaying exemplary skills, teamwork, and a commendable spirit of sportsmanship. Their earlier victory serves as a testament to their hard work and dedication, fueling their determination to perform at their best and bring home more accolades.
The boys team of Coral Springs Youth Soccer is fortunate to have a dedicated coaching staff consisting of Roberto Vieira, Santiago Ospina, Ackash Basant, Mario Arteta, Henri Brito-Pena, and Ryan Teixeira. These volunteer training coaches bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the team, ensuring the players are well-prepared and ready to compete at the highest level. Their combined experience and commitment to the sport have significantly contributed to the development and success of the boys team.
Roberto Vieira and Santiago Ospina, as head coaches, provide strong leadership and strategic guidance to the boys team. Their expertise and passion for the game inspire the players to give their all on the field. Additionally, Ackash Basant, Mario Arteta, Henri Brito-Pena, and Ryan Teixeira contribute their time and efforts to training and mentoring the players, helping them refine their skills and tactical understanding.
The Enigma Tournament: An Exciting Challenge:
The upcoming Enigma Tournament represents a significant opportunity for both the girls and boys teams to showcase their skills and compete against formidable opponents. Weston, Florida, will be the stage for this thrilling event, with a host of teams from various regions vying for supremacy. The tournament promises a high level of competition, pushing the players to their limits and giving them a chance to grow both individually and as a team.
First Game: Friday, May 26, 8 PM:
The excitement is building up as the Coral Springs Youth Soccer teams eagerly anticipate their first game in the Enigma Tournament. On Friday, May 26, at 8 pm, the boys and girls teams will step onto the field, ready to face their adversaries head-on. The players’ hard work, months of training, and unwavering determination will be put to the test in this crucial opening match. The coaches, along with the enthusiastic support of parents, friends, and fellow soccer enthusiasts, will be present to cheer on the teams and provide them with the necessary encouragement to excel.
The Coral Springs Youth Soccer teams are all set to make their mark in the upcoming Enigma Tournament. Their earlier successes, the dedicated coaching staff, and the unwavering support of their fans create a solid foundation for a memorable performance. The boys and girls teams are determined to give their best, displaying their skills, teamwork, and passion for the sport. As the tournament unfolds, the Coral Springs Youth Soccer community eagerly awaits an exciting and action-packed series of matches, and hopes for yet another shining achievement to add to their already impressive soccer journey.
Coral Springs Youth Soccer’s girls and boys U17 teams had an impressive showing at the recent United Soccer Cup event held in Coral Springs. The girls’ team took home the gold cup after a thrilling game that saw them down 0-1 initially. However, the team managed to score a crucial goal off a cross from Ella Mamane, with the finish provided by Savanna Hurlbert, which changed the momentum of the game and allowed them to put more pressure on their opponents. Eventually, the game came down to a penalty shootout, and in the fifth round, Melanie Bierman stepped up to score the winning goal, securing the victory for her team. The entire CSYS team rushed to the center of the field in a huge celebration.
Goals scored: Savana Hurlbert PK shootout: Ella Mamane, Melanie Bierman
Back: Christa Reese, Triniti Ferguson, Lindsay Peterson, Madison Francis, Ella Willhite, Hayden Hewitt, Leah Bishari, Lyric Woodall, Shelby Brown, Kyleigh Hearn-Ocampo, MacKenzie Nezat, Sophia Lozano, Ella Mamane
Not pictured: Zoe Myers
On the boys’ side, their first game was a loss, with the team struggling to play up to their potential, particularly in the first half. However, the boys remained resilient and rallied in their second game, dominating against a travel team with a final score of 2-0. Aidan and Gian Paul scored. They went on to dominate game 3 4-1 with goals from Aidan, two from Nathan and one from Lucas. Despite three key players, Pablo Pelaez, Asher Ferrell, and Carlos Bracho, being injured and unable to continue in the tournament, the team’s deep bench allowed them to continue their success ending up in third place among the six teams.
Front from left to right: Roberto Vieira, Carlos Bracho, Ricardo Acosta, Aidan Rangel, Eric Valentin, Bryce Collins, Pablo Palaez, Diego Valentin, Brayan Montede, Nathan Nutter, Lucas Yahney, Santiago Ospina
Back from left to right: Mario Arteta, Yovani Arteta, Christian Wallace, Nicholas Melendez, Eduardo Villarraga, Mathew Morrison, Ethan Josaphat, Kenneth Barrios, Cole Searing, Asher Ferrell, Ruben Lopez, Aaquil Lewis, Cristian Patino, Ryan Teixeira
Not pictured: Gian Paul Quispe, Cristiano Zavaleta, Nicholas Lemus, Kavin Yadav, Massimo Rizzuto, Samuel Leon, Jason Leon, Liam Devonport, Ackash Basant(coach).
It’s remarkable to note that CSYS built both teams just four weeks before the event, and they were able to compete against both travel and recreational teams. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the volunteer coaches from the Coral Springs Youth Soccer community, who worked tirelessly to prepare the teams for this competition.
This success is a reflection of the strength and commitment of the Coral Springs Youth Soccer program as a whole. It’s inspiring to see young athletes succeed and develop their skills in team sports, and the inclusivity of the event demonstrates the potential for athletes of all levels to compete at the highest level.
Overall, the success of the girls’ and boys’ U17 teams at the United Soccer Cup is a reason for celebration and a source of inspiration for future teams in the program. Congratulations to all those involved, and a special shoutout to the girls’ team for their thrilling gold cup victory and the celebration that followed!
Did anyone watch the game between Liverpool and Manchester City on April 10th? The game ended in a 2-2 tie. I called a friend of mine after and he whined for fifteen minutes that the Man City’s second goal should have been disallowed because there were four players in an offside position creating chaos. I looked at it again. I can see why the referee did not call offsides. The four players in question were all slowly going away from the goal. The ball was passed to a player that was onside and was not near to the the offside players. But I can also see what my friend was saying. The four players may have acted disinterested in the ball and made no attempt to go towards it when it was played. But they were not that far away and could easily have made a play if they wanted to.
Look at this video. At 7:35 you can see the ball being kicked by the passer and the four players clearly between the defenders and the goal.
This happens all the time. The game does not have a rigid set of rules. They are interpreted by the referee at the time of play. It’s no wonder we have disagreements with referees.
