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Legends 04 Black NL 'Four-Peat' as TSSA State Cup Champions!
Date Posted: 11/14/2020
Four-time State Champions! Germantown Legends 04 Black NL
TENNESSEE STATE SOCCER ASSOCIATION (TSSA) The Tennessee State Soccer Association is part of a much larger soccer community. TSSA is a proud member of the United States Youth Soccer Association (USYSA), United States Adult Soccer Association (USASA), United States Soccer Federation (USSF), and Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA). TENNESSEE STATE SOCCER ASSOCIATION YOUTH PLAY LEVEL DEFINITIONS DIVISION 2 – The 2nd tier level of competitive play offered to teams that are categorized as U13 to U19 in the State of Tennessee. This level of play is recommended for our teams that are not quite at the elite level but aspire to be there one day. Teams are eligible to participate in tournament sanctioned events and will typically play in our Tennessee State League (TSL) and may qualify to play in our Division 2 State Cup, Region III Presidents Cup Tournament, and the United States Youth Soccer (USYS) National Presidents Cup Tournament. Players at this level have the opportunity to also participate and be selected for the Olympic Developmental Program (ODP). Registration at this level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations. DIVISION 3 – The 3rd final level of competitive play offered to teams that are categorized as U13 to U19 in the State of Tennessee. This level of competition is recommended for teams that desire something more than the local recreational soccer league. Teams are allowed to play in tournament sanctioned events and are eligible for the Division 3 Tennessee State League (TSL) and may qualify to play in our Division 3 State Cup. Players at this level have the opportunity to also participate and be selected for the Olympic Developmental Program (ODP). Registration at this level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations. DIVISION 4 – This level of play is categorized as our local grass roots (or recreational soccer) age U3 to U19. Play is specifically organized locally and teams are allowed to participate in tournament sanctioned events that have a specific bracket organized for recreational teams. Recreational teams are NOT allowed to play competitive teams without prior approval from the Tennessee State Soccer Association. Teams are eligible to compete in seasonal Kohl’s Cup or Cleveland Grimes Friendship Cup events designed specifically for our recreational minded teams. Registration at this level includes Indoor and Futsal registrations. US YOUTH SOCCER US Youth Soccer is the largest youth affiliate and member of U.S. Soccer, the governing body for soccer in the United States. TSSA is a member of the United States Youth Soccer Association (US Youth Soccer) and the United States Adult Soccer Associatoin (USASA). US Youth Soccer is the largest member organization within the United States Soccer Federation (USSF), and USASA is the largest member organization for adult soccer in the United States. Both US Youth Soccer and USASA are organized into four Regions; TSSA is part of Region III. From its humble beginnings in 1974 with just more than 100,000 registered players to its current registration of more than 3,000,000 players between the ages of five and nineteen, US Youth Soccer has always been recognized as a leader in youth sports organizations. US Youth Soccer is the largest member of the United States Soccer Federation, the governing body for soccer in the United States, and is comprised of over 600,000 volunteers and administrators, and over 300,000 dedicated coaches, most of whom also are volunteers. US Youth Soccer provides a healthy activity through its recreational and small-sided game programs. These programs emphasize fun and de-emphasize winning at all costs. Every child is guaranteed playing time, and the game is taught in a fun and enjoyable atmosphere. USYS provides a fun, safe and healthy game for all kids. This includes big kids, little kids, tall kids, short kids, young kids, older kids, kids who want to play for one season, kids who want to play for twenty seasons, kids who play strictly for fun and kids who want to compete at the highest level possible. Kids are different, and because they are different, their physical, social and psychological needs are different. US Youth Soccer recognizes this, and their programs are aimed at meeting the different needs of all kids. For more information, visit www.usyouthsoccer.org. US Youth Soccer National Championship Series The Tennessee State Championships is open to any properly registered team aged U13 – U19 in our Division 1 (most competitive) League. Qualification is through our Division 1 State League or Midsouth Conference. The Boys State Cup is held in the Fall, while the Girls State Cup is held in the Spring. The Germantown Legends are a premier youth soccer club located in Germantown, Tennessee. Established in 2011, the Legends Soccer Club focuses intensely on creating brave creative leaders for life. Our no guilt, no shame, no blame philosophy gives kids the confidence to get out of their comfort zone and create the big play in any situation! The Germantown Legends Soccer program is the official 'Soccer Provider' to the City of Germantown. For Field conditions, Inclement weather, Program updates, Camp information, etc., please visit the following: Facebook: Germantown Legends Soccer |