Henry Raymond
Fairfax News => Tales Of Our Community => Topic started by: Loctavious on August 27, 2009, 01:04:43 PM
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The Fairfax Fletcher Soccer Club opened it's Under 8 age level last night and marked the start of yet another year in it's 25+ year history. It all started out in Fairfax by a few dedicated and devouted parents back then. Almost instantly it was a hit with great enrollment ( which was back then i think @80.) It was known then as The Fairfax Soccer Club.
It wasn't long before the size of the program, which was originally for grades 1-6, forced it out of Fairfax and over to the Fletcher fields. Soon after, the Club expanded and became 'The Fairfax Fletcher Soccer Club'. Since then, the way to keep track of time was how many Administrators it went through. No one has the exact number, but I think the number works out to be about 6-8. All Admins have seen their share of triumphs - in the form of expansion, and defeats - in the form of vandalism, turf quality and scheduling and space conflicts. The one constant theme throughout is the dedication to youth of our communities. No matter what adult issues might have been at play, the benefit of the kids remained the focus.
FFSC remains committed to providing a fun, safe and educational experience for local youth to this day. If enrollment and returning players are any sign of success, then FFSC is getting good grades. In 2004 there were 150 kids in grades K-6. Enrollment has grown by over 20% the last 3 years alone and as of today, in grades Prek-6, there are 250 kids in the club. Soccer is alive and well in our area!
With the continued support of Fairfax & Fletcher citizens, FFSC looks forward to many more years of enriching youths of our communities. Many Thanks to all that have helped make this CLUB a success both past and present.
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I know that one of my sons love soccer and loves his coach of many seasons. I thank all of you for all your hard work in offering our children something they otherwise would not have. Neither myself nor my husband know diddly about soccer so we are blessed that you all do. Soccer has made a world of difference for my son. Thank you for all your hard work and dedication to this community. We appreciate it.