Submitted by Muskoka United Football Club:
Soccer – or football – is a sport played throughout the world, which brings people together from all walks of life. Anyone with a ball can play, but it’s much more than that for many. Deep inside those passionate players, coaches, fans, and administrators lies an undeniable need to see their favourite sport thrive. This is the driving force behind Muskoka United Football Club (MUFC), a collaboration between the Bracebridge Soccer Club and the Huntsville Soccer Club.
MUFC will unite the players from across Muskoka and provide them a path towards competitive excellence. With the two communities working together, MUFC can provide these players with the best training, coaching, and facilities that our communities have to offer. From our larger towns to our smallest villages, MUFC is driven to provide Muskoka’s youth the opportunity to grow as players and as future leaders in our communities.
Teams in competitive rep programs for ages U13 and above will be entered into the Huronia District Soccer League or other leagues under the joint banner, while future plans for MUFC include the addition of development teams for U8 to U12 age players. Combining youth from across Muskoka will provide teens opportunities to qualify for higher-level leagues and further their athletic careers. The club’s goal is to ensure that all players have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
“I could not be more excited to announce this collaboration with the Bracebridge Soccer Club from a few different perspectives. As president of the Huntsville Soccer Club, I am thrilled for what this could mean for the future of high-level soccer in Muskoka in general and Huntsville in particular,” said Huntsville Soccer Club president Ted Maduri. “As the leader of the Huntsville Soccer Club Board, I am proud of my team for working tirelessly on this project over the past year, and for the unanimous support of the rest of our Board on this endeavour. As a coach of two rep teams, I am excited for our players to be able to access the higher level of training, coaching and competition that many of them have craved. And more than anything, as a Father of two soccer fanatics (and one not to so fanatic), I am excited for what the immediate future will hold for my two kids as they look to achieve their potential in playing this beautiful game.”
Tryout dates for players born in 2008 and 2009, ahead of the winter training and 2022 season, are:
Saturday, October 16, 2021
Location: Conroy Park in Huntsville (120 Brunel Road)
Times: 2008 Males – 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
2008 Females – 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m.
2009 Males – 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
2009 Females – 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Location: Gostick Park in Bracebridge (25 Hamblin Drive)
Times: 2008 Males – 12:00 p.m. to 1:15 p.m.
2008 Females – 12:45 p.m. to 2 p.m.
2009 Males – 1:30 p.m. to 2:45 p.m.
2009 Females – 2:15 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
For rep players born in 2007 or 2006 that are interested in joining a team, contact the appropriate coach directly for more information:
2007 Girls – Scott Wood – [email protected]
2007 Boys – Ted Maduri – [email protected]
2006 Boys & Girls – David Caplan – [email protected]
Mandatory equipment: shin guards, socks to cover shin guards, shorts, shirt, labelled water bottle, no jewellery/watches/or other dangerous items to be worn.
Recommended equipment: cleats, warm-up pants, jacket, long hair tied back.
Note: Players should come prepared to be active in all weather conditions.
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Congratulations to the leaders of both clubs to provide a great opportunity for young athletes in Muskoka to pursue their goals in soccer with a high-quality program close to home. Well done! Looking forward to more news on the progress and achievements of Muskoka United FC in the future!