A message from the President.EXPANDING HORIZONS Greetings and welcome to the 2003 NSCAA NSCAA National Soccer Coaches Association of America (since 1941; Mission, Kansas) NSCAA National Small College Athletic Association Convention in Kansas City, Missouri Kansas City is the largest city in the state of Missouri. It encompasses parts of Jackson, Clay, Cass, and Platte counties and is the anchor city of the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, the second largest in Missouri, which includes counties in both Missouri and Kansas. . In keeping with our theme of "Expanding Horizons," it is my hope that no matter where NSCAA members journey, they find a warm welcome in any soccer community. The world's sport is played in every nook and cranny Noun 1. nook and cranny - something remote; "he explored every nook and cranny of science" nooks and crannies detail, item, point - an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole; "several of the details are similar"; "a point of information" , and soccer coaches speak the same language. We all cry when our team scores and is scored upon. Yet, in spite of the blood, sweat and tears, we never doubt that next year will be our year. This past year, NSCAA business has taken me from coast to coast and abroad, and I can honestly say that be it Barcelona, Manchester, Seoul, Tokyo or Kansas City Kansas City, two adjacent cities of the same name, one (1990 pop. 149,767), seat of Wyandotte co., NE Kansas (inc. 1859), the other (1990 pop. 435,146), Clay, Jackson, and Platte counties, NW Mo. (inc. 1850). , soccer fans, players and coaches are the same everywhere. Their passion, pride and sacrifice are evident for all to appreciate. Another World Cup is in the history books and on video highlights, but who among us will ever forget FIFA's first excursion into Asia? Thanks to the stellar work of Coach Bruce Arena and U.S. Soccer, American soccer has gained international respect and worldwide media attention. The Women's World Cup The Women's World Cup could refer to either the:
It is up to us, therefore, to ensure that American soccer continues to thrive and develop at all levels. The NSCAA is here for you, and "Expanding Horizons" means that you can expect to find a NSCAA presence in even more nooks and crannies Noun 1. nooks and crannies - something remote; "he explored every nook and cranny of science" nook and cranny detail, item, point - an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole; "several of the details are similar"; "a point of information" . Our goal is to remain the world's premier coaching organization. If there is life on other planets, trust me, they are playing soccer and there is an NSCAA logo nearby. Expand your horizons by exploring Kansas City and meeting new friends at the 2003 NSCAA Convention. Yours in soccer, Barry Gorman NSCAA President |
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