Details on the 2008 SC Youth Soccer State Council Meeting, Presidents’ Workshop, & Awards

The SC Youth Soccer State Council Meeting, Presidents’ Workshop and Thirty First Awards Luncheon was held August 2, 2008, from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Embassy Suites in Columbia. This mandatory function hosted affiliated Clubs and Leagues.

This year's Presidents' Workshop, State Council and Board of Directors' Meeting brought together volunteers from all corners of the state. Speeches by Board of Directors covered the rules, policies and procedures to empower clubs and affiliates with information and tools needed for administering soccer in our local communities. SC Youth Soccer then paid special tribute to the outstanding volunteers who garner special attention for their time and devotion during the Awards Luncheon generously sponsored by Pullen Insurance Services.

• Dennis Cook was appointed by Cups and Games Director, Steve Cothran, and approved by the Board of Directors, to serve a two year term as the Administrator for the SCSCL and PMSL.
• Approximately 272 teams have applied to play in the SCSCL and PMSL leagues. This is an about a 15% increase over last year.
• Carolina FC and CESA will co-host the 2008 / 2009 State Cups for the U13 and above age divisions.
• Columbia United FC will host the 2008 / 2009 State Cup for the U12 and below age divisions, (small-sided games).
• SC Youth Soccer registered a total of 18564 players for the 2007 / 2008 seasonal year.
• A fine of $250 was levied on two Clubs for not attending the mandatory Presidents’ Workshop on August 2, 2008.
• The SC Youth Soccer ’92 ODP Boys team won their competition at Regional camp and they will advance to the Region III ODP
• Championship Tournament to be held in Louisiana next January.
• Steve Cothran was re-elected to a two year term as Cups and Games Director.
• Mary Bynum was re-elected to a two year term as ODP Administrator.
• Fred Bieber was re-elected to a one year term as Member at Large.
• Bob Brantley was re-elected to a two year term as Rules and Compliance Officer

Updated 12-SEP-2008