FC Alliance Knoxville Copryright 2011 05/11/2011 05/11/2011 www.fcallianceknox.org News from FC Alliance Knoxville 98 Girls Gold Claim Adidas Crown 05/10/2011 10:47 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524789.html With the state tournament just a few weeks away, teams are looking for momentum heading into the most important event of the year. The 98 Girls Gold may have gained plenty of it this past weekend, winning their division of the prestigious Brentwood Adidas Women’s Invitational. 

Outscoring their opponents by a combined scored of 8-1, the FC Alliance team claimed the championship with wins over Tophat (Georgia), Bluegrass SC (Kentucky), and Tupelo FC (Mississippi). Goalkeeper Laurel Neuzil was fantastic in net, credited with three shutouts. It was a sweet win for a team who made it all the way to the finals of the Concorde Fire Challenge in February, but fell just short. 

Coaches David Clothier and Eddy Semaan are certainly hoping it is the springboard they need to make a strong push for the state crown.
 
“The team is peaking at just the right time,” Clothier said. “[However] they have taken their game to the next level."
 
“The ball movement of this team is wonderful to watch,” Semaan added. “I am very impressed with the progress of team, their hard work is really paying off.”

 
The 98 Gold will compete in the state tournament the weekend of May 21-22 in Chattanooga.
]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524789.html Summer Soccer Camps & Programs 05/07/2011 11:16 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524167.html FC Alliance offers a wide variety of traditional and specialty training programs over the summer months that are led by a dynamic coaching staff to ensure that you’ll never need to look elsewhere for a summer soccer camp again! Our programs are open to all players interested in learning the game of soccer and to those interested in keeping their skills sharp over the summer. Learn More

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524167.html Summer League New and Improved! 05/09/2011 11:13 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524436.html The FC Alliance summer league begins June 14, and this year’s league will be much improved.  New directors are building on the foundation set in previous years, using the same concept of small-sided play with regulation goals and goalkeepers.  Different this year is the addition of FC Alliance staff to the games.  In years past, the games were unsupervised without referees, with a goal of a recreational atmosphere.  Although the atmosphere will still be a "just have fun" feel, a trained game administrator will handle the officiating and the substitution of players for each match.  Furthermore, each team will receive a FC Alliance game shirt, one unique to their team.  All games will be 6v6 and played at the US Cellular complex.  Teams can sign up as a whole, or individual players can register and be placed on a team. 

 

DATES:

Tuesday, June 14

Tuesday, June 21

Tuesday, June 28

Tuesday, July 12

Tuesday, July 19

Tuesday, July 26

Tuesday, August 2

 

FORMAT:

25 minute games x 2 games per evening

6 v 6 (including GK)

 

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:

Tuesday, June 7

 

SCHEDULE POSTED:

Friday, June 10

 

REGISTER HERE:

https://ssl.demosphere.com/scripts/runisa.dll?s7:gp::73041+regis/guidelines

 

CONTACT:

Filip Leander

(865) 659-6071

playsummersoccer@gmail.com

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524436.html 2011-2012 Tryouts for Competitive Teams 05/07/2011 11:17 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524172.html It’s that time of year again! Players interested in playing in an FC Alliance Travel Competitive or Local Competitve Program must participate in the 2011-2012 Evaluation & Team Placement Sessions held each year. The dates and times for each age group are listed below. Click Here to Register

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/524172.html Tournament is a Smashing Success! 05/02/2011 10:51 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522593.html Beautiful weather and beautiful soccer make a perfect weekend, and a perfect weekend it certainly was.  A legion of teams from a four hour radius converged in the Knoxville area for the Alliance Premier Cup.  Once again, neither the teams nor the tournament disappointed.  23 different champions were crowned, many of those titles earned in thrilling championship games.  It was a tournament highlighted by overtime and penalty kick shootouts.  Although it meant heartbreak for some, it also meant excitement and a taste of the real passion soccer brings to fans around the world.  After brutal weather earlier in the week, the tournament was originally in doubt.  However, the consenus was to let the kids play.  All facilities were salvaged except one: Victor Ashe Park.  Fortunately, Clinton High School stepped in and offered their complex in Anderson County for tournament use. 

For more information on FC Alliance teams in the tournament, check us out on Facebook at: http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/FC-Alliance/189732881045727

To see scores from the tournamament, go to: http://www.soccerincollege.com/TTSchedules.aspx?tid=TRN151&tab=4&sub=2&Round=1&sTid=TRN151&sYear=2011

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522593.html FC Alliance Teams Competing for State 04/25/2011 09:20 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/520477.html May is always an exciting month for club soccer.  Not only do clubs conduct tryouts, but their teams gear up for the state tournament.  This year, for the first time, both Division 2 boys and girls will compete in the Spring.  In years past, the Division 2 boys state tournament has been held in November.  This means more buzz around the club as more teams are trying to carve out their place in FC Alliance history.  Many teams have already qualified, and others are close.  Shane Moore’s 99 Girls Black are one of those teams who are close.  Right now, they have a spot in the finals, but there is one more round of state league games to be played and anything can happen.  Paulo Neto’s 98 Boys Black have already qualified, although they still have another game to play.  The defending state champions have outscored four opponents 36-3.  Also, the 98 Boys Red can claim a spot in the state finals if they win or tie their last game.

Another team to watch is 98 Girls Black.  They currently are in, but they have two more games to play.  The 94 Girls Gold have three more games to play, but they also are currently in after an April 10 win over Camp Forest.  On the boys side, the 99 Boys Black have a #1 seed in the state finals tournament.  They won all four state league games, including a decisive 4-1 win on April 17 against #2 seed Chattanooga United. 

Finally, from Fall 2010 competition, the 97 Boys Red have qualified as a #2 seed.

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/520477.html Home of Champions 04/20/2011 10:33 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/351132.html 2010 Champions 
92G Black - 2010 D1 State Champions      94G Gold  - 2010 D2 Finalist
94B Black - 2010 D1 State Champions      95B Black - 2010 D1 Finalist
96G Gold-2010 D3 Co-Champions             93G Black - 2010 D1 Finalist
97G Black -2010 D2 State Champions       96G Black - 2010 D1 Finalist
98B Black-2010 D2 State Champions        96B Gold - 2010 D3 Finalist

                                                                                                   See More Results

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/351132.html Two Alliance Teams Win Championships 02/27/2011 09:26 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/503958.html On a rainy, muddy Sunday at the US Cellular Soccer Complex, two FC Alliance girls teams took home the gold as hosts of the Southeast Academy Classic.  00 Girls Pool 1 and 99 Girls Black were each declared champions of the tournament’s highest divisions for their age groups.   Although the club was represented well in every age group (U9-U12), the 00 and 99 girls ended up with much desired extra tall trophies.  For all the results, go to: http://www.soccerincollege.com/TTIntro3.aspx?tid=SEAC

The conditions started fine in the morning, but by the time the final games were played, the fields were reduced to mud and water.  Many teams had to abandon quality soccer and just keep the ball off the ground.  Although a lot of teams gave it their all, there were also quite a few humorous moments, as players went slipping and sliding.  More than a few players ended up covered in mud, more often than not after a spill or dive of some sort.  Congratulations to all champions and finalists! 

 

 

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/503958.html FC Alliance Preparing for "Tryouts" 05/04/2011 04:09 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/520567.html Tryouts at some clubs can be a harrowing experience.  Will I make it or not?  Often it can be a stressful ordeal for players young and old.  Fortunately for those interested in joining FC Alliance, tryouts have been replaced with player placements.  Between the academy and competitive programs, there is a spot for nearly every player.  One of the benefits of a club the size of FC Alliance is flexibility.  There are competitive teams playing at the highest level, competitive teams playing at the intermediate level, and academy teams playing locally.  Academy locations have sprouted in the entire East Tennessee area.  Locations include North Knoxville, West Knoxville, US Cellular, Hardin Valley, Madisonville, and Clinton.   The youngest players (rising U6-U8) don’t need to attend a player placement session.  Players who are rising U9 and older are encouraged to attend a placement session if they desire to be considered for a competitive team. 

 

 


U9-U11 (2 Sessions) - May 31 & June 1

Location: U.S. Cellular Soccer Complex

5:30-6:30PM Girls
7:00-8:00PM Boys

Rain Date: June 6
             

U12-U14 (2 Sessions) - June 2 & June 3 
Location: U.S. Cellular Soccer Complex

5:30-6:30PM Girls
7:00-8:00PM Boys

Rain Date: June 8
             

U15-U18 (1 Session) - June 7
Location: U.S. Cellular Soccer Complex

5:30-6:30PM Girls
7:00-8:00PM Boys

Rain Date: June 9

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/520567.html Spring 2011 Begins with Championship 02/14/2011 01:52 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/500578.html The ice has barely melted from the winter season and FC Alliance’s U15 Gold Girls are already champions of a Spring tournament.  Considering that in soccer early February is officially the Spring season, it is a great start to 2011 for the club. Coach Jeff Wolfenbarger’s team defeated squads from Georgia, Tennessee, and Kentucky to bring home the gold. Most impressive about the weekend is that the girls shutout all four of their opponents. 

The five-team bracket was played as a round robin in two days at the Camp Creek Soccer Complex in Northwest Atlanta. The first game was close early, against Kentucky’s 96 Flyers, but the Alliance girls held on for a 2-0 win. Next they grabbed first place in the bracket by hammering Signal Mountain Storm 3-0.

A chilly Sunday morning was essentially the championship game. By winning, the girls would ensure themselves the title, making the last game a mere formality. After a testy start against host Cobb FC, the 96 FC Alliance Girls Gold pulled away, winning 2-0. The final match was a 4-0 trouncing of Chattanooga United.
 
Goalkeeper Kate Cotrell was responsible for the four shutouts, although the defense was stout all weekend. The organization of the squad on the field was impressive, considering it consists of players recently pulled together from four other teams.

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/500578.html 98 Boys Black Claim CESA Title 04/15/2011 09:32 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/517806.html When Alex Schupp cut into the penalty box during the championship game of the 2011 CESA Spring Challenge, time expired with the score tied 1-1.  At that exact moment, an opposing defender tripped him from behind.  Oh what does a referee do?  Fortunately for the 98 Boys Black, the official ruled it a penalty kick.   Moments later, Collin Rose cooly stepped to the mark and buried the game winning goal.  The Tennessee state champions completed a four game unbeaten streak to earn the first place trophies.  Along the way, they enjoyed wins over CESA 97 (3-1), Concorde Fire Black (3-1), and FUSC Inferno (8-0).  A stout defense, led by goalkeepers Jeremy Wise and Dino Kokkoris, held four opponents to just three goals.  In the final against CESA 98, the team was rarely threatened, with the only goal coming off a penalty kick.

Members of the team are: Kyle Jacobs, Andrew Ross, Jon Creel, Collin Rose, Lucas Canineu, Jeb Gary, Connor Jacobs, Lofton Kennedy, Jeremy Wise, Jacobs Helterbridle, John Totten, Lucas Altman, Luke Orren, Alex Schupp, Parker Owen, and Dino Kokkoris.  The team is coached by Paulo Neto Canineu.

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/517806.html 14 Teams Finish Unbeaten in Showcase 03/10/2011 07:54 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/499135.html It was a wild weekend in Knoxville, with rainy weather and slippery fields, but that didn’t hamper elite players and college coaches from making the Girls Southeast College Showcase a truly memorable event.  The event was threatened Thursday afternoon when the county closed Schumpert Park, but FC Alliance scrambled to secure two new venues and the show was back on.  The decision turned out to be a good one, as the weekend was characterized by college coaches patrolling the sidelines, watching FC Alliance players and their visitors competing for gold.  In the end, fourteen teams finished unbeaten.  More importantly, a long list of players found themselves with new collegiate opportunities.

Congratulations to the following teams who went unbeaten over the weekend: 97 FC Alliance Black, TNFC 96 Impact, 96 FC Alliance Black,
96 Michigan Rush, 95 HFC Ladies Red, LNSC Carolina Elite 94, Warren County United Blue 94, 95 FC Alliance Black, Galaxy 94 Gold, SCOR Mavericks 94, HFC 93 Hurricanes Black, 93 FC Alliance Black, East Ridge Express 93 Red, and 93 FC Alliance Gold.

 

 

 

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/499135.html 94B Black Win State; 95B Black Finalists 11/16/2010 10:48 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/480846.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/480846.html Running Past the Competition 04/13/2011 03:11 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/516551.html Playing up an age group isn’t easy.  It generally means competing against bigger, stronger and faster opponents. When the FC Alliance 98 Girls Black registered for the Tennessee United Adidas Cup, playing up the U14 Silver bracket seemed like the best situation for the team to prepare for the upcoming state tournament.  After all, beating older teams usually means you have to play with more skill and better overall execution.  For four games in the Middle Tennessee tournament, Coach Burak Er’s team did just that.  The result?  A championship in an older division of a strong tournament.

The 98 Girls Black dominated the tournament, defeating their four opponents by a combined score of 18-0.  Goalkeeper Miranda Burt registered a clean sheet in every game. The entire defense stood out, especially Emily Camfield, who appeared unbeatable against older opponents.
 
Coach Er was ecstatic at the result, as the team knocked off teams from TNFC, Brentwood, and Bartletsville (Memphis) on their way to the title.
 
“The girls are coming together and peaking at the right time for the state cup,” said Er, also an FC Alliance director.
 
In the same event, FC Alliance also experienced success with the U9 Boys. The 02 Red team won the championship and the 02 Black team earned finalist honors.
 
John Giles, one of the coaches, was proud of both teams.
 
"We faced some adversity," the coach said.  "The boys, however, fought hard and had a great weekend."
 
 
   
98 Girls Black (TUSC champions)                                      02 Boys Red (TUSC champions)                            
 
  02 Boys Black (TUSC finalists) 
]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/516551.html Magical Run at Disney College Showcase 01/05/2011 08:20 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/490614.html While University of Tennessee football coach Derek Dooley was walking around the Disney Wide World of Sports Complex last week watching future gridiron stars, a large contingent of NCAA coaches were at the same complex scouting soccer players.  The Disney facility played host to several events featuring some of the nation’s finest high school athletes.  Among those being scouted were the players of FC Alliance’s 94 Boys Black team.  And if there was ever a time to perform well, this event was it.  Fortunately, Coach Jon Schneider’s boys did not disappoint, going unbeaten in pool play before falling 1-0 in a thrilling championship game. Read More

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/490614.html FC Alliance Girls Shine in Murfreesboro 04/05/2011 04:16 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/514762.html Penalty kick shootouts.  The glory.  And.... the heartbreak.  After an amazing weekend of soccer for some of the youngest FC Alliance girls teams, two earned trips to championship games and two fell just short of their goals in shootouts.  Regardless, playing against some of the top teams in the state, the girls showed well.  The 00 Girls Pool 1 and 01 Girls Pool 1A were finalists.  The 00 Girls Pool 2A and 01 Girls Pool 2A were semifinalists.  All told, all four U10 and U11 FC Alliance teams in the tournament were competing for championships on Sunday.

00 Girls Pool 1 earned finalist honors after falling in a shootout in the championship game to one of the top teams in the state.  Towards the end of regulation and the score tied, the team thought they had a chance to take the title when Gwen Breslin was taken down inside the penalty box and the referee blew the whistle.  Instead of awarding a penalty kick, the official decided to award a free kick just outside the box, which ended up sailing over the goal.  Earlier in the day, the 00 Pool 1 team knocked off TUSC 4-0 in the semifinals.

01 Girls Pool 1A also took finalist honors, defeating Signal Mountain 3-0, but coming up just short against a powerful Tennessee United team (2-1).  In the Signal Mountain win, Maggie Zibas recorded a pair of goals to lead the way.

The 00 Girls Pool 2A and 01 Girls Pool 2A both advanced out of pool play to the semifinals, but their runs ended there.  The U11 girls, coached by Sarah Van Sickle, defeated Brentwood 7-3 and tied TNFC 2-2 in pool play, but couldn't overcome an athletic Royals FC team Sunday morning.  The U10 girls also lost in a penalty kick shootout.  They won their pool and was a #1 seed after winning both games on Saturday by scores of 2-1 and 1-0.

Gwen Breslin (white jersey) is mauled inside the box.

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/514762.html 99 Boys Win Top Bracket at CASL 11/27/2010 09:44 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/483367.html During the weekend of November 13-14, FC Alliance 99 Boys Blue team experienced major success at the prestigious Capital Area Soccer League (CASL) Boys Shootout in Raleigh, North Carolina.  Playing in the top bracket against some of the toughest teams in the nation, the 99B Blue team won all four of their games and brought home the Championship Cup! Read More

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/483367.html U15 Girls Gold Wins Adidas Classic 04/04/2011 03:17 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/514389.html The 96 Girls Gold traveled to Cincinnati over Spring Break and experienced opponents with the same demeanor as the Ohio March weather: unfriendly.  Fortunately for Coach Jeff Wolfenbarger's team, they shook off aggressive teams and wet weather and claimed the 2011 Adidas Turf Classic championship.  The final came down to penalty kicks, as the 96 Gold won in a thrilling shootout against Ohio's Lakota Fury.  Although it took a complete team effort, goalkeeper Katie Cottrell was the hero.  She not only made stops in the shootout, but also allowed just one goal in four games.

Games:

FC Alliance 96 Gold 2, CU Lakota Lightning 0

FC Alliance 96 Gold 2, Thunder United 0

FC Alliance 96 Gold 0, Arsenal FC 0

FC Alliance 96 Gold 2, CU Lakota Fury 1 (penalty kicks)

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/514389.html Thank You Sponsors 09/20/2010 07:50 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/444265.html On June 1st 2008, earthmoving machines loaned to FC Alliance for just the cost of the fuel to run the equipment rolled onto the property at what is now Academy Park (Hickory Creek) to transform what was then two lopsided fields with several large sink holes in the middle of them into what is today two game quality fields known as Academy Park!   During the last 24 months, the fields have been leveled, a sprinkler system installed, drainage added, parking expanded, lights repaired and re-lamped and netting has been run the entire length of the fields’ lake side border have been added!   

 

The list of volunteers and coaches who spent countless hours moving dirt, digging holes, laying sod, installing electrical wiring is long and distinguished…too long in fact to mention except to say that Terry Wright and Jerry Clothier donated massive amounts of time and effort to the project and led 100’s of others in the transformation of this facility. 


One note, while the County is very good to allow FC Alliance to use the land where our fields are located, all of the upkeep and improvements to that land is the responsibility of FC Alliance.  Our Directors take care of these facilities with the help of several volunteers.  It is a huge effort and one that helps keep membership fees down.  While many soccer clubs throughout Tennessee have large facilities provided to them completely cared for, FC Alliance does not…it takes a great deal of work. 

 

Congratulations FC Alliance!

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/444265.html FC Alliance Teams Make CESA Finals 12/08/2010 10:55 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/485294.html Carolina Elite Soccer Academy is one of the nation’s top soccer clubs. As a result, they put on some of the toughest tournaments in the region every year. The week before Thanksgiving, several FC Alliance teams headed east for CESA’s annual Verizon Fall Challenge. Impressively, three of them worked their way to the finals of their respective divisions: 97 Girls Gold, 99 Boys Gold, and 00 Girls Pool 1.  Another team, 01 Girls Pool 1B, finished as semifinalists. Read More
 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/485294.html 96B Gold 2 Take D3 State Finalist Honors 11/26/2010 08:48 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/483203.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/483203.html Boys College Showcase a Major Success 01/31/2011 09:59 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/496591.html Although the goal of a showcase event is for players to be recognized and evaluated by college coaches, spectators at the FC Alliance Southeast College Showcase for boys were treated to many exciting games over the weekend.  Some of the best teams in a radius covering six states played close game after close game at Shumpert Park in North Knoxville.  It is safe to say many players who participated earned college opportunites by the end of the event.  Nearly 50 college coaches, from NCAA Division One to NAIA, were in attendance.  Teams who went unbeaten were: Javanon 96, Bluegrass SC U15, FC Alliance 95 Black, FC Alliance 95 Red, Brentwood Elite U16, Ohio Galaxies Elite 94, Javanon 94, Norcoss Fury Premier U17, NASA 12 Elite, East Ridge Express Red 94, East Ridge Express White 93, HFC Red U18, Metro FC Rapids U18, MYSA Inferno U18, and NSA 92 Elite.

SATURDAY STORY: 46 teams took the field on Saturday afternoon at Schumpert Park, and they were treated to gorgeous weather and excellent fields.  The conditions were optimal for players to show their abilities to a long list of college coaches and scouts in attendance.  NCAA Division One collegiate visitors included Kentucky, UNC Charlotte, UNC Asheville, Marshall, Memphis, and ETSU.  This is the third consecutive year the FC Alliance Boys College Showcase has drawn multiple Division One teams.  A host of other top schools were also represented.

The popularity of the event with college coaches is not surprising.  Some of the top U15-U19 teams from six different states have converged here in Knoxville to play three games each, with players hoping their play can earn them opportunities to play at the next level.  Some of the finest from Ohio, Kentucky, West Virginia, Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee are all vying for one thing: to be noticed.

    

 

 

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/496591.html 95B Red Win Prestigious Nike Cup 12/13/2010 11:47 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/486795.html Every December, Georgia’s Norcross Soccer Academy hosts hundreds of high level teams in their much revered Nike Cup.  The tournament, characterized by frost on the ground and thick jackets on the sidelines, attracts teams from across the United States.  Playing in the U16 silver division, the Alliance 95 Boys Red claimed the title by winning three consecutive games against extremely tough opponents.  Read More

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/486795.html 5 Alliance Teams Take Music City Titles 10/20/2010 08:07 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/475300.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/475300.html 94 Boys Black Win Premier League 10/22/2010 11:06 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/475336.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/475336.html Alliance Implements Fundraising Program 10/07/2010 09:18 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/471866.html As the weather begins to cool and the fall season approaches, we can expect less and less daylight for players during practice and game times. To ensure that FC Alliance can continue to offer training and competitive play throughout the fall and winter seasons, FC Alliance is implementing the "Light the Night" fundraising program through Help R Youth organization with a goal of raising $300,000 for light and facility improvements at three locations within Knox County, beginning with Alliance Park and Johnny Long Training Academy, with the hopes of expanding to US Cellular and we need your help! 

 

We are asking for every player to help in our efforts to raise money for these important improvements. Getting involved is easy, all you have to do is sell a minimum of five (5) FC Alliance Fundraiser Cards per registered player. We are also accepting cash donations so that we can get to our goal faster! This program will run from October 7th to October 31, 2010. The Fundraiser Card sells for $10, and offers up to $500 in discounts to some of your favorite retailers in Knoxville such as:

Papa John’s, Domino’s Pizza, Menchies, Dunkin Donuts, Zuma Fun Center, Meineke, Burger King, Soccer USA, Jiffy Lube, Chili’s, Sonic, Smoothie King, Einstien Bros Bagels, Buddy’s Bar-b-Q, All-in-One Automotive & Transmission, Silver Spoon, Mancinio’s, Famous Daves, Strike & Spare Family Fun Center, Bravo Cucina Italiana, El Charro mexican Food, Quizno’s Subs, Moon Walks & Such, Perkins Restaurants, Fuddruckers, Sir Goony’s Family Fun Center & many more!

The benefits of donating to this program include:

  • Enabling boys and girls within our local community to continue after school activities when then seasonal time change occurs, this is when lights are a must to accommodate game and practice times
  • Attracting more teams to our community with scheduling flexibility for games and practices which also helps support local retailers
  • Providing safer practice and game environment for players during extreme humidity and heat as they allow for later game/practice times in cooler temperatures
  • Sparking fan and community interest, while promoting the benefits of soccer
    such as fun, family, fitness and friendships
  • Doing your part to help Knoxville improve soccer in East Tennessee

And now to for the fun part . . . the PRIZES!!! Prizes will be awarded based on the highest dollar value generated, includes Fundraiser Cards sold and cash donations.

 

Grand Prizes

1st Place: 42" Flat Screen LCD with Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect

-Awarded to the person that sells 200 cards or collects THE highest
in combined sales and donations over $2,000.

2nd Place: Xbox 360 4GB Console with Kinect
-Awarded to the person that sells 125 cards or collects the second highest
in combined sales and donations over $1,250.

3rd Place: Laptop Computer
-Awarded to the person that sells 100 cards or collects the third highest
in combined sales and donations over $1,000.

4th-8th Place (5 awarded): Mystery Prizes
-Additional Prizes will be awared based on amount of cards and donations raised.

Top Team Fundraiser:  Moonwalks Team Party at Johnny Long Training Academy
-Awarded to the team with the top sales or donations raised.

 

How to Get Started: 

Your Team Manager will be given a packet of (5) Fundraiser Cards and an order form for each player on your team. All you have to do is sell your (5) cards. If you sell your 5 cards and need more, just write the orders down on your order form and request additional cards from your Team Manager. You will be surprised how easy these are to sell. Please be sure that all checks are made out to your team account. Your team manager/treasurer will then write one check for your team to submit to the light fund.  

 

Tools to Help You in Your Fundraising Efforts: 


As mentioned, your Team Manager will provide you with an order form and copy of the "Light the Night" brochure, however if you just can’t wait to get started, or if want Mom or Dad to take a copy in to work, we have attached the forms for you to download here! These brochures are great tools to use when discussing our "Light the Night" program. You can also give a copy to people who make cash donations as a way for them to record their cash donations.

Please feel free to download these tools to get started today!  

·  Fundraiser Card Order Form

·  Light the Night Brochure

·  Light the Night Brochure (with Large Card Example) 

 

Thank you for choosing to be a part of the FC Alliance organization and sharing your children with us. We look forward to continuing to enjoy this season and the wonderful game of soccer with you and your family!
 

Notes:

  • Players, families and coaches are eligible for prizes.
  • Existing club relationships with donors are excluded from prize consideration.
  • Prize decisions will be made by the Board of Directors. All decisions are final.For every Fundraiser Card sold $5 will be donated to FC Alliance "Light the Night" Campaign Fund. 
  • Each card sold above the 2,500 mark will generate a $7 donation for the light fund. 
  • 100% of cash donations go to the "Light the Night" Campaign Fund so don’t forget to mentional that FC Alliance is a not-for-profit organization and all cash donataions are tax deductable
]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/471866.html Alliance Teams Take Nashville by Storm 10/06/2010 09:01 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/471253.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/471253.html Last Call for FC Alliance Gala! 02/03/2011 10:32 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/497004.html Food, music, and fun are staples of Leslie Elmore’s social events.  The FC Alliance board member is no stranger to putting on galas for soccer clubs.  This year’s event, however, is her first for FC Alliance.  Hosted by the Hilton in downtown Knoxville, the dinner buffet will be complimented with music from The Chillbillies.  The popular local band has become a staple at large events in the area.  Any proceeds from the event will be donated to the FC Alliance Scholarship Fund, but the goal is primarily to provide a great night out for the club’s many devoted parents.

"Leslie Elmore’s galas have always been tremendous social events." said Shane Moore, one of FC Alliance’s directors.  "They are classy and a lot of fun.  My wife and I have always enjoyed them."

This year expects to be no different.  Numerous directors and coaches will be in attendance, as well as club board members.

"It is great for our parents to have the opportunity to step away from soccer and get together socially," commented Academy Director Darrick Lubell.  "Especially in the amazing atmosphere Leslie creates in her social events."

Registration is underway.  Seats must be reserved by February 8.

What:  FC Alliance 2011 Winter Gala - Cocktail Attire (Adults Only)

When:  Friday, February 11th, 7 PM to 12 AM

Where:  Hilton Knoxville – 501 West Church Street Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37902

RSVP:  Please let us know whether or not you can make it, by selecting a link below.  

 

Register Now!

I can’t make it

 

Reservations:  To make a reservation for dinner, contact Leslie Elmore, FC Alliance Team Manager Coordinator at (865) 207-2250. For parents that wish to share a table, please email your request to Leslie at leslieelmore@comcast.net.

More information on The Chillbillies: http://www.chillbillies.net/

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/497004.html 8 Alliance Players Make Region III ODP Pool 11/08/2010 11:01 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/479018.html http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/479018.html 96B Red Take Top Honors in Murfreesboro 11/08/2010 10:21 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/478997.html Murfreesboro Football Club’s annual “Bash in the Boro” tournament traditionally draws some extremely tough competition from the Nashville area. FC Alliance’s 96 Boys Red entered the highest division with no fear, and consequently went unbeaten in four games to bring the championship trophy home to Knoxville. Coached by Claudio Rico, the boys played stout defense, holding their opponents to only one goal the entire tournament. Goalkeepers Jacob Huffaker and David Klett dominated in the net, while Jackson Goble scored two of the team’s four goals in a string of close games. Read More

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/478997.html Rainy, Fun Weekend for FC Alliance 03/10/2011 07:48 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/505762.html The rain came in bunches throughout the South, but games in Knoxville and Birmingham went on as scheduled.  The 01 Boys Black won the Vulcan Cup, winning four straight games over teams from four different states: Alabama, Mississippi, Alabama, and Tennessee.  The 99 Blue 1 and 00 Boys Pool 1 were both semifinalists, each coming within a goal of making the finals. 

On Saturday, a series of friendly games between the 00/01 girls and the Murfreesboro Soccer Club were moved to the dry turf of Johnny Long’s Training Academy.  The field is big enough where the 8v8 format could still be played, resulting in some outstanding games.  Four matches between six different teams avoided the wrath of Mother Nature on the covered field.  Although Sunday PRSL games have been canceled, a long list of games were played Saturday.  Teams from as far as Johnson City battled it out at US Cellular, as the complex held up surprisingly well.  FC Alliance teams playing in the Vulcan Cup are still vying for championships.  Even though field conditions are making it difficult to play quality soccer, a number of teams have had huge success.   Teams still in the running for titles include: 00 Boys Pool 1, 01 Boys Black, and 99 Boys Blue.

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/505762.html Leaping From Birmingham to Las Vegas 03/13/2011 07:40 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/507476.html Whether it was in Alabama or Nevada, FC Alliance was represented well by it's girls teams this weekend.  Josh Gray's 95 Girls Black won three of four games in the elite Las Vegas College Showcase.  The final game was a 1-0 vicory over Marin FC of the California-North region.  Summer Lanter scored off an Emily Proud assist.  Coach Shane Moore's 99 Girls Black took the Vulcan Cup with a 4-2 win over Mississippi Fire in overtime.  Devin Healey scored both goals in the extra period.  For scores and photos, go to http://www.facebook.com/pages/FC-Alliance/189732881045727. 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/507476.html Alliance Teams Bring Home Atlanta Cup 10/06/2010 09:01 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/466454.html Every Labor Day weekend, the city of Atlanta hosts one of the nation’s most prestigious tournaments, the Atlanta Cup.  The vaunted Cup Division, the highest level of play, is always stocked with state champions and finalists.  Getting into the top bracket is an accomplishment in itself, winning it is often times a mere pipe dream for most. 

This year, three FC Alliance teams brought home the title!  The 01 boys, coached by Darrick Lubell, and the 94 boys, coached by Jon Schneider and the 95B Red coached by Steven Townley, all won championships. Only three other clubs, GSA Phoenix, Concorde Fire, and Atlanta Fire United, can tout two champions in the highest division.  To illustrate the gravity of this feat, it should be noted that all three of those other clubs claim a national championship on their resumes.  Considering no team from Tennessee has ever even qualified for the national finals, this shows that FC Alliance is mingling with some elite company.
 
The 00 boys won all five of their games, including a thrilling 2-1 championship win over GSA.  Other triumphs included wins over Cobb FC, AFC Lightning, and Georgia FC.  A funny thing happened in the 4-1 semifinal win over Cobb FC.  Goalkeeper Seth Oren punted the ball the length of the field for a goal.  Considering Lubell’s team is known for skill and excellent combination play, it certainly was out of character, but any win in the Atlanta Cup is a good win.
 
The 94 boys won their third Atlanta Cup championship in five years.  They won the title at U13, U15, and now at U17.  It took penalty kick shootouts in both the semifinals and finals, but the boys once again got it done.  Notable wins included over GSA Phoenix, Vestavia Steamers, NASA Elite, and Norcross Fury.  The Knoxville News-Sentinel helped celebrate the win with this exciting article: http://www.knoxnews.com/news/2010/sep/12/fc-alliance-94-captures-atlanta-cup/.
 
Congratulations to all teams and their coaches for representing FC Alliance well!

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/466454.html 93B-Black Brentwood Champions! 09/16/2010 07:44 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/461916.html The 93B-Black Team started their season by winning the championship at the Brentwood Invitational. They defeated Hoover AL in the semi-final and Brentwood Elite in the final.  The team is coached by Josh Gray. Congratulations to the 93 Boys Black Team!

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/461916.html Three Time State Champions 09/20/2010 07:43 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/435076.html Congratulations to the 97 Girls-Black team who won the Division II State Tournament for the third year in a row!  This is the highest level of competition for this age group.

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/435076.html Division III Co-Champions 09/20/2010 07:44 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/433319.html Congratulations to Burak Er and the 96 Girls Team! The team was named State Co-Champions last weekend. Unfortunately due to weather the girls were unable to go to PK’s. We are proud to add the 96 girls gold team to our list of State Champions here at FC Alliance!

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/433319.html Mini World Cup to Benefit Local Refugees 04/12/2011 11:00 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/516795.html  

On April 16th, at the U.S. Cellular Soccer Complex, you have an opportunity to donate your old soccer equipment (cleats, jerseys, shorts, shingurds, etc.) to a great cause that FC Alliance is supporting.  It’s the University of Tennessee "Mini World Cup" to benefit refugee families living in Knoxville.  The collection will occur during the "Moonwalks & Such" birthday party event taking place from 11:00AM-3:00PM.  All you have to do is bring your items and there will be UT students there to collect your donations.  If you won’t be attending the event, you can still donate your gear.  Contact Burak Er at globalteez@hotmail.com or call (865) 643-4625.  

For more information on party: http://www.moonwalksandsuch.com/

 

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/516795.html Alliance ODP Players Standout 10/20/2010 08:32 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/461899.html In July, 39 players from Tennessee ODP teams were selected to participate in the Region III Pool.  This beats the old record of 30 players in 2008!  Eleven of those players are from our own Alliance Futbal Club!!   >>Watch Video  

Please take time to congratulate the following players: 
93B: Bijan Gloston         93B: Arturo Rocha               
94B: Dalton Guzman     94B: Austin Stone                
94B: Ben Holt                  95B: Ryan Creel                     
93G: Chapel Thomas    95G: Summer Lanter
96B: Fletcher Ekern        97B: Ian Schomer
97B: Jameson Elmore 

              

 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/461899.html FC Alliance Tournament Is On! 04/28/2011 10:18 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/521513.html After a brutal day of storms across the Southeast, the status of the FC Alliance tournament was in question.   However, the decision is to play soccer!  The only venue which didn't hold up in the bad weather was Victor Ashe Park.  This has caused some change in venues.  All participants should check schedules carefully: http://www.soccerincollege.com/TTSchedules.aspx?tid=TRN151&tab=4&sub=2&Round=1&sTid=TRN151&sYear=2011.  During the tournament, please follow FC Alliance on Facebook for scores and live updates.

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/521513.html FC Alliance Joins West Ham United 09/20/2010 07:49 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/416990.html  

 

April 7, 2010 – FC Alliance of Knoxville, TN became the 15th partner club of the West Ham United International Academy.  As a West Ham United partner club, FC Alliance will be able to offer a summer Player ID Camp for boys and girls U10-U17 that is directed by a senior member of the West Ham United International Academy coaching staff.  The camp will be held June 29th-July 2nd in Knoxville, TN.  [West Ham United Player ID Camp-Knoxville] 

 

We work hard at FC Alliance to give every player the best youth soccer experience anywhere. We take pride in all of our teams and now with the help of WHUIA we can make sure we are using a proven system to increase the experience.” (FC Alliance, Director of Operations - Jon Schneider)

West Ham United International Academy Partnership Development Manager, Mike Kelleher said, "we are delighted to add FC Alliance to our family of clubs, having witnessed first hand the growth of soccer in this town over the past few years I am excited about the potential of this partnership."

FC Alliance was formed in 2008 by merging Impact USA and Smoky Mountain soccer clubs from the Knoxville area. Since 2008 FC Alliance has become a top club in the state of TN with many State Championships and is also competing very well at the regional level.   

Jon Schneider of FC Alliance is pictured here with Partnership Development Manager, Mike Kelleher on a recent partner club visit to West Ham United.

 

“This relationship is an incredible opportunity for the players and the coaches of our club. To be linked directly with an English Premier League club is incredible. This will drastically increase the development of our players and coaches. I can’t wait to see the types of players we will produce using the West Ham methods.
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Official goalkeeper training for the spring will start on Wednesday, February 2nd and run through June 3, 2011. Here is the schedule:

U12 & Younger (Boys & Girls): Tuesday and Thursday, 7 pm at Academy Park (Watt Road) Coach Luc Dessieux
U13 - U15 (Girls):  Monday and Wednesday, 5:30 pm at Alliance Park (Hardin Valley), Coach Carrie Ollom
U13 - U15 (Boys): Monday and Tuesday, 6:00 pm at Alliance Park (Hardin Valley), Coach Chad Stockton
U16 - U19 (Girls):  Monday, 6:30 pm and Wednesday, 5:30 PM at Alliance Park (Hardin Valley), Coach Carrie Ollom


High School (Boys) with Hemant: Email hsharma@utk.edu for this week’s training dates and times

 

 

 

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SAQ - Open Sessions at Johnny Long Training Academy

Mondays:  5:45 to 6:45 pm or from 7:15 to 8:15 pm
Thursdays:  5:45 to 6:45 pm

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/367163.html Semi-Professional Soccer Kicks Off in Knoxville 05/02/2011 02:52 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522741.html Most people know Regal Soccer Stadium as the home of the Lady Vols women's soccer team.   Graciously, the University of Tennessee at Knoxville has opened up the gorgeous facility for a new kid in town:  the semi-professional team Knoxville Force.  Coached by Derek Broadley, the roster has a mix of players with local ties and brand new names to the Knoxville community.  Many of the local names have ties to FC Alliance coaches.  Included in that list is former Radford star Camden Brown, former UAB star Derek Radcliffe, Ben Backstrom, and Ryan Stinton.  FC Alliance encourages all families to support this local soccer endeavor.  Any level of play beyond college in the local area signifies the growth of this amazing sport.  It is the club's hope that strong attendance by the youth of the community will continue to spur this growth.  The first game is this upcoming Saturday night against Rocket City United of Alabama.  Go to www.knoxvilleforce.com for more information.

Complete Roster:

Ben Backstrom
Camden Brown
Harvey C. Headley
Jack Coulton
Joel Cowan
Kapil Davis
Everardo Flores
Kofi Frimpong
Itode Fubara
Dillon Gaffney
Bennett Giles
Conor Hurley
Jonathan Kerr
Andy Kimball
Mark Lee
Moise Leonce
Ronald Marquez
Oscar Martinez
T.J. McCallum
Mark Murphy
Chase Nieri
Alesi Osorio
Igor Petsch
Derick Radcliffe
Adam Reakes
Wilmer Ruiz
Allan Schoenfeld
Ryan Stinton
Nahom Tekle
Nathan Thackeray
Joseph Townsend
Max Van Dyck
Philip Wilson
Un-Ace Wright
Theo Yang
Greg Young
 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522741.html Semi-Pro Soccer Kicks Off in Knoxville 05/02/2011 03:39 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522727.html Most people know the beautiful Regal Soccer Stadium as the home of the Lady Vols women's soccer team.  Graciously, the University of Tennessee has agreed to also make it home to another local team: the semi-professional Knoxville Force.  The Force open their season this Saturday at home against Rocket City United of Alabama.  It is a momentous occasion for the Knoxville soccer community, as the roster is a mix of former local stars and newcomers to the area.  Coached by Derek Broadley, the roster has a multitude of players tied to FC Alliance coaches, including former Radford star Camden Brown, former UAB star Derek Radcliffe, and Farragut legends Ben Backstrom and Ryan Stinton.  FC Alliance is officially supporting the Force, as all players and families are encourage to attend.  Any level of soccer beyond college in the local area signifies growth in this amazing game.  There is no doubt the team is talented.  It will be exciting to see how well they play as a unit.  For more information, go to: www.knoxvilleforce.com  

Complete Roster:

Ben Backstrom
Camden Brown
Harvey C. Headley
Jack Coulton
Joel Cowan
Kapil Davis
Everardo Flores
Kofi Frimpong
Itode Fubara
Dillon Gaffney
Bennett Giles
Conor Hurley
Jonathan Kerr
Andy Kimball
Mark Lee
Moise Leonce
Ronald Marquez
Oscar Martinez
T.J. McCallum
Mark Murphy
Chase Nieri
Alesi Osorio
Igor Petsch
Derick Radcliffe
Adam Reakes
Wilmer Ruiz
Allan Schoenfeld
Ryan Stinton
Nahom Tekle
Nathan Thackeray
Joseph Townsend
Max Van Dyck
Philip Wilson
Un-Ace Wright
Theo Yang
Greg Young

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/522727.html Wet Fields? No problem! Academy Today 03/07/2011 10:13 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/499536.html FC Alliance is currently holding open registrations for our Aliance Academy/Recreational Soccer Program. The Alliance Academy/Rec Program is a developmental program designed for U4-U18 players looking for more structure and training than a recreational team provides, without the additional training and travel commitments of a competitive team. To participate in our Academy program, all players must register on-line prior to the beginning of the season. Our Academy/Rec Program runs for 11 weeks each season and is offered both in the Spring and in the Fall. ]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/499536.html Girls Academy Classic Day Two 02/27/2011 09:39 AM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/503796.html Day one finished under the lights around 8:30 last night.  Every division is still up for grabs as most games have been close.  This Sunday morning is much warmer than yesterday, meaning to look for a great day for soccer.  A short thunderstorm stopped the 8:30 games early, but the 10:00AM games will go on as scheduled.  For updated schedules and more information, go to: http://www.soccerincollege.com/TTIntro6.aspx?tid=SEAC 

]]> http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/503796.html Register for Programs 07/26/2010 06:26 PM http://www.fcallianceknox.org/home/450232.html With the growth of our club, FC Alliance is moving to an on-line software system to support registration, team placement, acceptance and payment options. To use the on-line system, click the link below.  Be sure to take a few moments to review the overview below so that you understand the options that are avialable in our on-line system. 

Register Now 

 

 

 

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