Port St. John’s very own Space Coast High School Vipers Win Again.  The Vipers took on Okeechobee High School in a Regional semi-final match Tuesday night, February 4th where they recorded a 3-0 victory.  The first goal was scored in the first half by Jackie Dove off a touch by Keegan Olsen from a corner kick.  The second half saw Bobby Franz on the receiving end of a hard foul immediately in front of the goal resulting in a PK.  Chris Welcome made quick work of the opportunity and recorded the Viper’s second goal.  The third goal was put in by Dominic Deview after some beautiful ball movement inside the 18 involving several Viper attackers.  The Viper midfield and back line were incredible all night long.  Alex Nero stood tall in goal fending off all Okeechobee attacks to record his second shutout in the playoffs.  PSJ Soccer congratulates Coach Bob and all the Vipers for providing us with some beautiful soccer and an opportunity for all the up and coming PSJ Soccer players to see first hand how the game is played.

Mark your Calendars for Tuesday, February 9th when the Vipers take on

Jensen Beach at Space Coast High School in the Regional Finals

Match time is 7:00pm and admission is $6.00.

..............GO VIPERS..............

 The beginning of the Spring 2010 season is upon us. U6 & U8 coaches should plan on attending a mandatory coaches meeting on Tuesday, February 9th from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. All recreational coaches for U10 and up should plan on attending the Wednesday, February 10th meeting from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. We'll be handing out team rosters and assigning practice times at these meeting so it's important that all coaches attend.

Port St. John’s own, Men’s Space Coast High School Vipers are the 2009/2010 District Champions.  Friday, January 30, 2010, the Vipers captured their first District Soccer Championship in school history.  The win was the second time the Vipers beat the Merritt Island Mustangs this season and this one was for the championship.  The win earned the Vipers home field advantage for the first round of regionals.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, February 4th. 

The Vipers are at home against Okeechobee.  The game starts at 7:00pm.  Please come out and support our Vipers.  Coach, Bob Franz and most of the team are members of PSJ Soccer Club.  Congratulations to Coach Bob and all the Vipers for making us so proud.

Teams have been formed and uniforms ordered.  The coaches meetings are scheduled for the week of February 8th.  Coaches will be contacting players after the coaches meetings.  Practices should begin the week of February 15th.  The first weekend of games is set for March 6th and 7th.  Please check "Frequently Asked Questions" for any other questions you have.

Registration for Spring 2010 Recreational Soccer has been extended for the following age groups on a first come, first registered basis for a limited number of players:

   Little Kickers Recreational Soccer - 5 players needed

   U6 Coed Recreational Soccer - 3 players needed

   U12 Coed Recreational Soccer - 4 players needed

ONLINE registration for the Spring 2010 Recreational Soccer Season can be completed from the convenience of your home or office.  If you didn’t play with us in Fall 2009, please email a certified copy of the player’s birth certificate to registrar@psjsoccer.com.  If your player is not placed on a team then you will receive a full refund.

Registration fees are $60.00.

The PSJ United U12 Girls Competitive Team is seeking dedicated individuals to play with the team this Spring.  Try out dates are Thursdays, January 14th and 21st, 2010 from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at the Space Coast Communities Sport Complex.  Please contact girlsdirector@psjsoccer.com with any questions.

The PSJ United U11 Coed Competitive Team is seeking dedicated individuals to play with the team this Spring.  Please contact Coach Chris at  cforney@cfl.rr.com for details.

Challenger has developed one of the most innovative methods of coaching in the U.S.  While we focus on teaching key techniques and technical components of soccer, we are also committed to developing the whole child.  We coach soccer skills within a framework of character development based on respect, responsibility, integrity, leadership and sportsmanship.  We offer cultural education too!  Our ever-popular Camp World Cup Tournament allows us to introduce players to the geography, traditions and cultural of other great soccer playing countries.  The coaches are professional, amazing and outgoing with very cool "British" accents.  Camps include a ball and t-shirt.

Sign up now at www.challengersports.com and receive a FREE camp jersey!

 If you have a child playing at our club we’re sure you would agree that we offer a great value. Over the years we’ve managed to keep our registration fees the lowest in the county, while at the same time providing a great soccer experience for our kids. 

The heart of our organization are the volunteers and local businesses who give of their time and treasure to support us. Our thanks go out to each and every one of them. 

As we begin planning for the Fall 2009 season we’re looking for new corporate sponsors to help make our upcoming season the best ever. Might the company you work for be interested in helping, and receiving a free advertising banner hung at the park as a sign of our appreciation? Why not ask your manager and find out? It’s a great way to support the community. If your company would like to donate please contact our donations coordinator. She would be glad to assist you.

While visiting our facility, either during training sessions or match days, we need  your full cooperation in the following areas:

Please do not move the goals or the player benches.  These are heavy and have been placed where they need to be.  It is not necessary that either be moved.

Please make certain that all goals are anchored.  This is the responsiblity of EVERYONE.  We do not want to see anyone injured from goals falling over.  If you see a goal that is not anchored, take action and anchor it.  If you need assistance, contact a board member and let them know immediately.

Should the weather become unfavorable, listen to the announcement that is made.  If lightning is in the area we will clear the fields.  When the fields are cleared, EVERYONE must leave the area and wait in their cars until the "all clear" is given.  We will wait a minimum of 30 minutes after a lightning strike is detected before allowing play (training or matches) to resume.  Remember, the weather changes quickly - please wait it out, we will try to resume as soon as it is safe to do so.

All players, during training sessions and on match days must have on their shin guards.  Socks MUST also be worn OVER the shin guards.  This is a mandatory part of the equipment necessary to participate.  Please make sure that on match days that all players wear the complete uniform that the club provides.  This includes the provided socks and shorts.

Animals are not allowed in the park, unless they are service dogs.

Smoking areas are provided outside of the fences.

Please help us make this a great season by cooperating in these areas.

Thanks