Past News Headlines 2007

Coach Warren demonstrates the opening of a Pugg net at a recent coaching clinic.  These nets are used for micro-soccer in the youngest age groups.  JFK will host several clinics for various age groups and skill levels this month.  If you are interested in attending a clinic, email JFK for details.  Over 300 volunteer coaches and assistant coaches will be ready to start the season this month.

See the Canadian U20 mens team prepare for the upcoming U20 World Cup in the new BMO Stadium in downtown Toronto.  Live action of the U20 friendly against Argentina is on on Friday, May 11 at 8pm.  How to win tickets: The first 6 members to correctly email JFK naming a South American team that Canada will be playing in the first round of the U20 World Cup in July, will receive a pair of tickets.  Congratulations to Fadil and friends for winning the tickets.

Our goal is to have no team win every game and no team lose every game as we did this winter season.

On-going Player Evaluations We have been conducting pre-season evaluations.  We have over 2,000 members and will be evaluating about half of them in one form or another.  The evaluations help us to rate the players so we can determine the proper placement for the player.  Is the player best suited for the All-Star House League or the Recreational House League.  We further use our evaluation results to divide the teams up fairly and equally in strength.

Toronto FC is hosting the "BMO Field Warm Up Event" on Wednesday, April 25.  This is an exclusive event and tickets are not for sale.  Be one of the first to sit in the new BMO Stadium.  Watch Toronto FC take on Kansas City Wizards live on the big screen at 8:00pm.  As an added bonus, you can sample BMO Field's fine cuisine, compliments of JFK, BMO and TFC.  How to win tickets: The first 6 members to correctly email JFK with the name of the TFC's head coach, shall receive a pair of tickets.  Ticket Winners: Lesley, Larisa, Krishna, Paul, Jay, Grace. 

Over 200 Teams this Summer
Due to the high number of registrations we are still having, we have many more teams to accommodate the demand.  Divisions that were full may now have some limited availability (just for a short while), so register today if you haven't already.  This is the largest increase we have ever had.

Uniforms are in Town
As we get closer to the start of the outdoor season, the preparation of uniform & ball sorting, scheduling and team forming has begun. 

Another Summer Camp Week Added
The first 2 weeks of Camp JFK are almost full, so JFK has added another week at the Port Union location.  Only $125 per week. 

The outdoor season starts in May
If you have already registered, log on to the Members Area and follow the link "What's next".  Members will be emailed around May 1 to confirm the registration (no other confirmation is sent).  Mid to late May, your coach will phone you to set up your first practice.  Your uniform, schedule, ball, etc., will be given out by your coach at your first practice.  In May, JFK will have a shin guard sale and soccer shoe exchange/sale at the JFK Warehouse (details to follow in May).  Official tax receipts will be mailed later in the year.  Enjoy your JFK soccer experience.

Busy with Registration Registration on April 7 & 14 was very busy again at the JFK Warehouse.  Next in person registration is on April 21 & 28.  Register on line 24/7 or by phone during regular business hours to avoid line ups.  Mailed in registrations are not guaranteed availability. Over 3,000 Players JFK grows to over 3,000 players in 2007.  Add in coaches, volunteers, referees, etc. from each season and we're almost 4,000 members strong.

Toronto FC Opening Home Game


  
Toronto FC's first ever home game at the new BMO Stadium.  It was a great game to watch live at the stadium.  Even though TFC lost the game 1-0, the fans were supporting and treated to an exciting game of soccer.  Professional soccer is back in T.O. to stay.  Everyone should see a game.  JFK will be awarding tickets to various members throughout the season through draws, contests and prizes. 

So you had a bad day Craig Forrest Even the great Canadian goalkeeper Craig Forrest, who went one and a half years without having a goal scored against him, can have a bad day (or two), especially when you have to play against the great Manchester United. See video here. Watch Toronto FC April 7 at 10:30pm on Rogers Sportsnet.  Good luck team.

More Teams Added for Summer
Due to the high numbers of registrations we are still having in April, we have added 40 more teams to accommodate about 500 more players than originally set forth.  Divisions that were full now have some limited availability (just for a short while), so register today if you haven't already.

Volunteer Appreciation Party Three dozen coaches, volunteers and trainers from the indoor season gathered recently to celebrate the end of a very successful season.  Thank you! New Just For Tots In response to requests from our soccer community, JFK now has a one of a kind Just For Tots Program.  See here for more details on this $98 (no late fee to pay) all inclusive tot & parent program.  Now available at 2 locations - Thomson & Port Union.  Almost full.

Children's Fitness Tax Credit
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will administer the children's fitness tax credit starting 2007.  For more details, see CRA.

Registration Still Going Strong JFK has already far exceeded last year's registration count with no slowing down in sight.  Registration at the JFK Warehouse on March 24 was still booming.  Sorry you had to wait in line.  To avoid the line ups, you can register on line or by phone.  Mailed in registrations after March 31 are not guaranteed choice of location as most divisions are on the cusp of being full.

Outdoor Season Around the Corner  Almost 4,000 balls now in stock.  Uniforms are coming in April.  Soon, the teams will be made and the first practice will be in May.   Coaching Clinics If you want to coach this summer, you should attend at least one of the JFK Coaching Clinics.  They start in April and run through to June.  Attend one or more.  Interested?  Send us an email.

U13 Igloo Cup Champions Indoor 2006-07

Did you miss out on the Indoor Fun Day? Members can pick their certificate and trophy on Saturday, March 17 & 24 from 1pm to 2pm at the JFK Warehouse in Morningside Mall (south-east corner) located on Morningside between Kingston and Lawrence. Did you like the Program? Everyone that has filled out a Comment Card thought the program was great.  We'd like your feedback, too.  Click here for comments and how to send us yours. Fund Raising Draw Click here.  Spring Fever has started.

Another Summer Camp Week Added
The first 2 weeks of Camp JFK are almost full, so JFK has added another week at the Port Union location.  Only $125 per week. 


Sunday March 4 was Fun Day for all the Indoor Leagues.  Fun Day was just that - FUN!  These players had a contest to see who could draw the best t-shirt of their favorite player or team.  All indoor players received a personalized certificate, trophy & pizza lunch after their last game.  The teams were well balanced this season.  No team won every game, no team lost every game.  Great job every one.


Record number of registrations on February 28 at the JFK Warehouse.  The line up was out the doors.  The many registration volunteers kept the line going fast.  Thank you volunteers for the great job (especially our hotline volunteers this week).  Phone, fax and on line registrations also hit record numbers.  It's great to see so many returning members, as well as new members.   

All-Star Play-offs
Play-off Schedules for the All-Star Divisions are on line in the Members Area.  Happily, the teams were well balanced.  No team won every game and no team lost every game.  Great job players and coaches. 

Record Number of Registrations This week has been a busy one for JFK volunteers as they process 400 registrations, the most ever received in a single week.  You can still register on line, by phone, by mail or in person.  Spring Fever Registration $99 special.  Starts in March (indoors).  Details at Spring Fever.

 

Indoor Fund Raising Draw Thank you to all that participated in the indoor fund raising draw.  Click here for winners and how to claim your prizes and rewards.  Prizes this year included a 32" TV, iPod Shuffle, DVD, Tickets to pro soccer matches and more.  Fund raising at JFK is done on a voluntary basis.  Members should never feel pressured to participate.

Thank you to every one that came to the JFK Casino Rama trip. JFK Silent Auction Winners are posted.  Thank you to all that participated.  Silent Auction.

Here we Grow Again
JFK is growing by leaps and bounds.  The management company that helps handle much of the work at JFK has some great employment opportunities for various positions including coaching staff and administrators.  Interested people should send an email to JFK.  

All-Star Top Scorers for the Indoor Igloo Cup  U09  Liam C  Purple  7  U11  Cole C   Gold  9  U13  U13  David C  Vasil S  White  Red  10  10  U16  U16  Marcin C  Jose P  White  Red  11  11

Complete statistics and standings are on line in the Members Area.  Updated weekly after each game. Play-off Schedules for the All-Star Divisions are on line in the Members Area.  Happily, the teams were well balanced.  No team won every game and no team lost every game.  Great job players and coaches.

iPod Winner Congratulations to Alfred S (Ticket #1911) for winning the early bird fund raising draw.  Other prizes including a 32" TV will be drawn on March 4.  Indoor Players Indoor members must hand in their fund raising tickets whether they are sold or not, as soon as possible.  Thank you.  The draw is on March 4.  Prizes can be picked up at the JFK Warehouse (details will be in the March newsletter).

Toronto FC
This summer, members will get a chance to meet players from the Toronto FC soccer team including legendary player and now head coach of Toronto FC - Mo Johnston.

Select & Academy Try-outs Born 1992-99.  See try-outs for individual age groups, dates and times.  Many dozens of players have attented the try-outs.  Did you?  It's not too late.  Over 100 great players have attended the first round of try-outs.  If you would like to try-out and there are no scheduled try-outs, please send us an email or call the hotline.

New Just For Tots
In response to requests from our soccer community, JFK now has a one of a kind Just For Tots Program.  See here for more details on this $98 all inclusive tot & parent program.

Winter Wonderland A day in the snow with JFK.  Tobogganing, build snowmen, make snow angels, play snow soccer.  All free events for children and parents.  Free hot chocolate, free coffee, free snacks.  Saturday, February 3. 10am to 1pm at Cedarbrook Community Center, 91 Eastpark Blvd (beside Cedarbrae CI School on Markham Road, one light south of Lawrence Ave on the west side).  See photos from the day at More details.

Committee Dinner JFK Committee members and invited guests were out celebrating the holiday last week.  From us to you, have a Great New Year! New Outdoor Locations JFK now has fields in Meadowvale (east Scarb) and in Agincourt (north Scarb).  See the JFK Scarborough Map for details.  Girls League Expands Due to the success of the all girls league, JFK has added a U14 division and it only costs $95 if you register this month.

Candy Cane Time
  
As we enter into the holiday season, members get a candy cane treat.


Indoor Soccer is played at several location this year.


Holiday Toy Sale
Great new toy sale for the holiday will help JFK.  Click here for more info on the Toy Sale.

Fund Raiser Top Sellers

Indoor Program Expands Expansion allows many more members to register.  Dozens came to the JFK Club House registration on Oct 18.  Dozens more register weekly online and by mail. Registration is almost full.

Select Team Try-outs Thank you to every one that attended the try-outs this fall.  We will soon contact every one that came.   The cool and wet weather didn't stop these players from trying out for the select teams.  More tryouts will be scheduled during the winter, spring and summer seasons.  The select teams play against other teams outside the JFK organization.  Games are usually on the weekend as to not conflict with JFK games and practices.  Send JFK an email any time if you are interested in the select program.  Teams for ages 8 to 15 years old.

Indoor Update Registration is almost full.  We have expanded our programs to using 7 gyms with a total of 33 hours per week this year.  We expect to update the schedule and post it on line within 3 weeks.  If you have already registered, you will be contacted the first week of November.

Registration Still Going Strong Avoid the registration line ups like this one from Sept 23 and register on line for the indoor season.  Indoor fee only $110.  Register on line, by mail or in person.  Indoor season runs from November to March and includes uniform, awards, professional training and supervision, games, indoor Fun Day, 2 locations to choose from (East or West Scarborough), 2 skills to choose (Recreational or All-Star).  More details  (locations, times, etc.).  Programs are almost full.  Register every Wednesday in October from 6-7pm at the JFK Club House (in Morningside Mall).

Fall Fever - Keeping the skills sharp in between seasons.  Indoor winter season starts next month. 


Score Academy Select team plays at the artificial turf stadium.  Click on image for more on Score.


Some JFK & Score players took part in the TV series Runaway, which was filming at the Ontario Soccer Centre in Vaughn.  The series starring Donnie Wahlberg, is part of the new CW line up. 

JFK & Score Academy At the Canada Cup & SAAC Games in September.  Click on image for more details.

Select Academy Team U10 team (gold) start summer-fall season with great passion.  They performed well above expectations.  More pictures and details on JFK's affiliate Academy.  Free try-outs for select teams for the U10, U12 and U14 teams coming up.

Can you juggle a ball? JFK is looking to make a team with it's best freestylers to do demonstrations and shows. Send us an email to tell us about yours skills if you'd like to join this team. It's a great part time job.

Summer Camps at JFK

This year, JFK will cater to a record number of campers in July and August.  Campers enjoy a variety of games and activities including a movie a day, classroom fun, soccer-baseball, playground fun and of course - soccer. 

JFK at the Taste of Lawrence Click on image for video of JFK"s freestyler Jose who is also one of the top scorers in our U17 division.  See Jose and the crew again at the Scarborough Rotary Ribfest in August.  Free membership draw announced at Ribfest.

Beautiful Rainbow JFK's Girls Division is so beautiful that there's a rainbow over every game.  Well, would you believe after a good rain?  Just For Chicks Soccer is JFK's newest program this year geared at girls from 4 to 11 years old.  Expansion is being considered for next year as the program has been running very well.  Almost all the referees and coaches are females too.

Free Teen Drop-in

Teens can play soccer for free this summer in the FTD Program.  For more details, click on the picture.

Italy Wins! Toronto Italians have something to celebrate as Italy wins the 2006 FIFA World Cup for the forth time.  Most JFK members at the World Cup party favoured France but a good game is what counted and they got it (except for Zidane's exit). Click on image for a video clip of the JFK World Cup party.

JFK Soccer was at the Taste of Lawrence in July with ball juggling demonstrations, merchandise, target play and seeing how fast you can kick a ball.  Coming in August, JFK will be at the Scarborough Rotary Ribfest.


Friday Night Football - JFK elite training.  7-17 years old can register.  Only $99 for the summer.


FNF training by certified coaches.  JFK coach and ex-Ghana pro player training youths at FNF.


To some, it just comes this natural.  This U7 player was recently "promoted" to All-Star.  Click on image.

More New Videos Added
Log on to the Members Area to see more great videos just added.  Here's a sample . . . Ronaldinho, today and as a kid.  The Joy.