SCHSSCA Members:
I know that there has been some speculation concerning the 2005 North-South Soccer Classic, but let me assure you that the SCHSSCA is pursuing every avenue possible to ensure that this event will be played this June 11th!
North-South Director Tom Reilly informed us in February that our title sponsor -- The Home Depot -- had pulled their sponsorship due to a changed company policy on how they award allocated funds for such extracurricular activities.
Since this time, Coach Reilly has worked fervently to keep the all-star event afloat in some fashion, but now is the time that the SCHSSCA must call on its' members and anyone interested in supporting youth/prep soccer.
As of now, a 'shortened' North-South event is in the works in order to bring the players in on Friday (instead of Thursday) and play the match on Saturday at Mt. Pleasant.
This will effectively cut out a full day experience for the players, but cost is of the utmost concern.
If you or anyone you know could contribute or assume the "title sponsor" role for the North-South Soccer Classic, please contact Coach Reilly at
reillyt2@comcast.net.
Please remember that "every bit counts" and even if we cannot secure a "title sponsor", funds that are sent on behalf of the North-South Soccer Classic will go a long way to recognize the state's top boys/girls senior soccer players!
Yours in soccer,
Kevin Heise
SCHSSCA Executive Board
