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Registration for Youth Recreational Soccer
Jan 17, 2012 @ 8:31 am
Soccer Registration for Spring 2012 is open Online at BSYSL.com until midnight Jan 27th 2012.
Walk-up registration is one date only and it is Saturday Jan 21 from 9-noon at the BSYSL Main Complex on 36th Ave in the new Meeting/Concession Room.
Fee is $80. After Jan 27th there is a late fee of $20 added if your child is placed on a team.
Coach's Meeting - Tues. Feb 7th at 6:00 pm at the 36th ave complex
Coach's Training Clinic - Sat. Feb. 11th from 9am - 11am
Player Team Rosters will be posted online on your registration site - Feb 13th
-log into your account on the registration website to get your kids team info
Practice should be started by Feb 17th
- If you have not been contacted by this time please call your coach. You will be able to find this info online in the registration website with all your information after you log in.
Games Start Saturday March 3rd - There are 10 games in the 12 week season. No games on two weeks because of Easter and Spring Break.
Adult Soccer
Jan 10, 2012 @ 10:30 am
| 7:55am Jan 9 |
Friday Night Adult Co-Ed Soccer
Registration Dates:
• New players must register in person at one of the three registration dates that will be available. The first date is below. You must bring picture ID that includes date of birth
• All players must register by February 5, 2012
• First Registration Date: Saturday, January 21, 2012 9am - noon @ Big Sun Soccer Complex
• Online registration for returning players opens January 7, 2012 (download Online Registration Directions under Headlines)
Registration Fees:
• New and returning players $85.00
• Late fee of $20.00 for returning players from Fall 2011 if not registered by February 5, 2012
Registration Requirements:
• Must be 18 years old to play
• Returning players are allowed to pick their team if they register by February 5, 2012 (Subject to team Captain Approval)
Other information:
• Games will be Friday nights at 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.
• Season begins March 2, 2012
Animal Planet, Soccer Collies and the BSYSL!
Dec 14, 2011 @ 4:11 pm
Hey BSYSL Families,
Animal Planet is filming a pilot for a new program called "Must Love
Dogs" and will be shooting this Monday at 2:30 at the BSYSL on 36th ave
(Main Complex) featuring Ocala's own Soccer Collies! The Host is the
very funny and entertaining Chris Hill from Animal Planet. Visit Chris's
antics on YouTube at: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pRURCN8uK3U
The BSYSL, Soccer Collies and Animal Planet want you to play a part in the show by coming to the complex on Monday Dec 19th from 2:30 to 5:30. Come early and hopefully you can make your TV debut being a stunt double for the dogs. No, just kidding. We need kids of all school ages to be there to play games with and against the Soccer Collies for TV air time.
Mark Lucas has trained these fun loving dogs to entertain kids of all ages, including us old farts.
If you are interested then please come out and support the Soccer Collies by calling Heather Scudellari at 617-284-2835.
How often will you get a chance to be on TV playing with dogs and playing soccer?
Well, now is your chance!
U-12 & U-14 Team Standings as of 10-15-2011
Oct 17, 2011 @ 3:09 pm
U-12 Team Standings
| TEAM | POINTS |
| RED | 13 PTS |
| SILVER/WHITE | 3 PTS |
| LT BLUE | 9 PTS |
| GREEN | 4 PTS |
| ORANGE | 7 PTS |
| PURPLE | 6 PTS |
| GREY | 15 PTS |
| YELLOW | 1 PT |
U-14 Team Standings
| TEAM | POINTS |
| RED | 0 PTS |
| WHITE | 12 PTS |
| PURPLE | 6 PTS |
| TEAL | 7 PTS |
| ORANGE | 12 PTS |
| KELLY | 0 PTS |
| LIME | 12 PTS |
| LT. BLUE | 10 PTS |
U19 Season Is Over
Oct 12, 2011 @ 9:21 am
CONGRATULATIONS South Africa!
The winners of the U19 BSYSL Fall Season!
Argentina 2nd Place
USA & Holland tied for 3rd Place.
Only First gets metals and we will get them out to you shortly.
Thanks for being part of the BSYSL!
Coaches Have Rosters - Practice to start soon
Aug 11, 2011 @ 12:13 pm
Coaches received their rosters Wednesday Aug 10th so you all should get a phone call by Monday Aug 15th and there should be at least one practice before Friday Aug 19th. If you have not received a call then go to your online registration account by clicking the big green box on the home page of this site. That will take you to our registration website. Once there, log in and look for your child's name. Look all the way to the right and click "View Roster & Schedule". On your roster you will see the coach's email and phone. Give them a call.
Have a great season!
Still a few spots available for Fall Soccer
Aug 03, 2011 @ 9:39 am
Coaching Tips
May 19, 2010 @ 10:32 am
Being a good coach only takes a few basic concepts:
1). Have fun and make it fun for the kids.
2). Teach and inspire with a positive attitude.
3). Be prepared, on time and keep players and parents informed.
4). Remember your setting an example for the kids, be a good one.
Being prepared takes a little effort but pays off big in the long run. Feel free to download a terrific Coaching Handbook in the download section of the website or visit:
for valuable ideas and drills.
Also, feel free to contact our coaching coordinator for info.
Woman who bilked youth league gets 18 months in jail
Sep 08, 2009 @ 11:29 pm
By Fred Hiers
Star-Banner
Published: Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 3:58 p.m.
Last Modified: Tuesday, September 8, 2009 at 4:09 p.m.
The former treasurer of the Big Sun Youth Soccer League accused of embezzling tens of thousands of dollars from the organization was sentenced today to 18 months in prison.
Priscilla Bellcase, who was treasurer of the popular youth league from 2005 to 2007, will also serve 13 and a half years of probation, during which she must repay about $40,000 to Big Sun.
The mother of two must turn herself in by 6 p.m. October 1 to begin serving her prison term.
Bellcase, 42, pleaded guilty to organized fraud in May after the state amended the charge from a first-degree felony to a second-degree felony. Prosecutors amended the charge because they couldn't prove exactly how much Bellcase stole.
Though the state believes Bellcase may have stolen up to $79,000 from the nonprofit organization, the state could only find between $44,000 and $52,000 based on existing paperwork.
Organized fraud in the second-degree encompasses thefts ranging from $20,000 to $50,000. The charge carried a maximum prison term of 15 years.
The sentencing comes after more than a year of delay, including broken negotiations among attorneys, Big Sun board members and the extended network of families that belong to the recreational league over what sentence Bellcase should get.
A pre-trial intervention offer in August 2008 that included full restitution and 18 months of community service in exchange for a dropped charge was shot down by the Big Sun board as too lenient.
And during a May 1 hearing, three members of the soccer league board requested that Stancil spare Bellcase prison time but adjudicate her guilty so she has a criminal conviction on her record.
Judge Hale Stancil made clear in past hearings that he was inclined to impose prison time in cases involving abuse of community-based positions. The judge has indicated he could sentence Bellcase - a single mother now working as an elementary school aide - anywhere from probation to two years in prison.
What Do I do When I See Lightening?
Jul 21, 2008 @ 5:10 pm
Lightning Safety Policy
The safety of our players and volunteers is of utmost importance. Therefore, the following guidelines are established- to be followed by all who utilize the Big Sun and Rotary properties.
1. Volunteers in leadership positions (Board members, referees, and coaches) are charged with the duty to monitor conditions and advise the players and families. We may utilize an air horn to indicate field closure.
2. Understand SAFE shelters. Evacuation sites include: a.) Fully enclosed vehicles with the windows up. b.) The concession stand and bathrooms. c.) The low ground.
3. UNSAFE SHELTER AREAS include the metal bleachers and pavilion. AVOID trees, water, high ground, and open fields.
4. Lightning’s distance is easy to calculate: Utilize the Flash-to-Bang count: At the sight of lightning begin counting. If thunder occurs before 30 seconds, you should already be seeking shelter.
5. If you feel your hair standing on end, and/or hear crackling noises” – you are in lightning’s electric field. Immediately remove metal objects (including baseball cap), place your feet together, duck your head, and crouch down in baseball catcher’s stance with hands on knees.
6. Wait a minimum of 30 minutes from the last observed lightning or thunder before resuming activities.
7. People who have been struck by lightning do not carry an electrical charge and are safe to handle. Apply first aid/CPR immediately and get emergency help promptly (911).
“If you can see it, flee it; if you can hear it, clear it.”
If you can hear thunder, prepare to evacuate. If you see lightning, suspend the activity
Games or practice, no one should be playing on the fields during any lightening.
Coaches should be responsible and follow these guidelines.
For a copy of the National Athletic Trainers™ Association Position Statement: Lightning Safety for Athletics and Recreation Report, please go to our download section and get document "lightening".