September 2007

We have begun a new soccer season for the BASA in-house recreational league and a new year for our FC Barrington and FCX travel teams. We wish all teams success and enjoyment while playing soccer for the over 1,500 families that are involved. With the broad spectrum of skills our players bring to the game, it's important to meet as many needs as we can. BASA is committed to providing a great soccer experience to all players, regardless of their skill level. This last summer the club experienced it’s first National Club Championship with our U-14 FCX Girls Team – great effort and congratulations for being the first.

We have some staff changes to announce. First, Jenny Miguel has decided to move onto a new position with another club in North East Chicago Suburbs. She will be their director of coaching for the girls program we wish Jenny the best of luck in her new position and thank her for all her long hours and dedication to BASA. Second we have added a new person at our front desk; Teresa Knowles, any questions regarding the recreational program can be fielded by her. Finally, we have added a new Director of Recreational coaching; Emily Snyder. Emily brings a wealth of credentials, playing experience and certifications which continues to strengthens our program. In addition to the aforementioned, her unbridled exuberance and her ability to connect with our youth is a combination we sought out, we are expecting great things from Emily for the recreational program! Be sure to say hi to our new staff members.

We have a new facility coming in late March 2008! A new indoor facility will be opening in Lake Barrington in March 2008 and it will be one of the premier facilities in the country featuring a full size indoor soccer field (over 110 yards x 75 yards). This new facility will be used for all of our programs and will feature a fan viewing area 15 feet above the playing surface to give optimal viewing for our parents and fans. We have played an integral part in the design and development and have signed on as one the anchor tenants.

We continue to work with the various Park Districts in the Barrington area for the development of synthetic and turf fields. We are waiting for their decision shortly and will pass on the good news when received. We are very optimistic to have fields available late spring 2008.

I would like to personally invite everyone to cheer on Barrington High School’s Varsity soccer teams progression though the season and State tournament. Many of these players played in our recreational and/or our FC Barrington program.

Lastly I want to specifically thank each and every member of the Board of Directors and our Staff for their valuable leadership, management of our finances, community relations, recreational program development, Travel programs, and Positive Coaching program and most importantly their time.

Announcements:

1. Remember to use our website for the latest information regarding field conditions and the latest information about the club – http://www.basa.net/

Yours in Soccer,

Kent Wardin

President