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Five Alliance FC girls teams place at the Spring Invite!

April 28th, 2008

• u12 Girls fight through the u13 Girls National Group conceding 0 goals in 4 games but fall in PK shootouts to CA United u13s.

• u13 Girls are champions after beating Aurora Youth Soccer in overtime 3-2.

• u10 Girls are Champions without conceding a goal!

• u12 Girls Alliance Rapids finish 2nd in the u12 Girls National Bracket!

• u14 Girls finish 2nd in a tightly contested u14/u15 bracket!

Three Alliance FC teams reach finals of Spring Invite!

April 23rd, 2008

• u12 Boys are champions after beating Tri-Cities 4-0 in the finals on the International 11v11 Division.

• u12 Girls Black are runners up falling to Georgetown Rangers in the National 8v8 Finals.

• u10 Boys Black run up against a very good Michigan Future Stars team in the u11 National 8v8 Finals.

Four Teams bring home PRF Hardware!

April 1st, 2008

Five 2007 Alliance FC spring teams traveled to Cincinnati and only one (the u15 Boys) walked away champions.  Four of the teams that did not make it through in 2007 did not advance despite having 2-1 records.  Three of these teams returned in 2008 to not only make it out of their brackets but to be named champions.

Making the trip were the u10G (pictured left), u12G, u13G, u10B, u12B, u13B, and u15B. 

The u10B finished as u11 Gold Division Finalists after going 3-1 in a round robin format. 

The story of the day was the 1-0 score-line.  The u12B, u12G, and u13G all won their finals by this margin.    

Training Times Posted, Locations Updated

March 21st, 2008

We have updated training times and locations here.  Note that Zsolt B. and Abrahm S. will be training at Woodland Sports for April sessions only.  

Junior Academy Program Launched

March 19th, 2008

The Alliance FC is excited to introduce the Junior Academy Program for our youngest soccer players.  The goal of the program is to encourage the growth and development by providing an unparalleled soccer experience with quality professional coaching in a fun, safe, and rewarding environments.

This program is meant to serve as a stand alone program or a supplement to recreational programs.  Email us for more information.

Spring Goalkeeper Training Schedule Announced

March 15th, 2008

We are pleased to announce our spring Alliance FC Goalkeeping Training Schedule.  This program is highly recommended for all Alliance FC and Alliance Rapids Goalkeepers.  Jessica Schmehl is directing the sessions and brings years of playing and coaching experience.

There is no charge for the program for existing Alliance FC and Alliance Rapids players.  Athletes with other affiliations will be charged $70 for the five sessions.  All players must pre-register!  Pre-Register by following this link.  Players that have not pre-registered will be charged a $20 drop-in fee per session regardless of affiliation. 

u10-u12 goalkeepers will train from 5pm-6:15pm

u13-u18 goalkeepers will train from 6:30pm-7:45pm

Fridays April 18th, May 2nd, 9th, 16th, and June 6th.

All sessions will be held at Woodland Sports on 28th Street.

Jessica Schmehl

Four Year Varsity Starter at Troy High School.

Troy Soccer Club State Champions at u12 and u14

Michigan ODP and Regional Camp u12-u18

Grand Valley University Starting Goalkeeper

Girls Varsity Coach Muskegon Catholic High School 2001-2002

To gain an additional edge, Jessica is available for private training.

1v1 Private Lessons only $35 per hour.  Jessica currently has time slots available on M, W, and/or TH at 6:30pm or 7:30pm.  Slots are also available at 4pm on Fridays.  Please call Jessica directly at 616-822-0247.

u12 and u13 Girls Win Wixom 11v11 Tournament

February 15th, 2008

The u12 Girls Black and u13 Girls Black won their divisions at the Wixom 11v11 Indoor Tournament series this past weekend.  The 12s went undefeated beating a ranked Pacesetter (OH) team in the finals while the u13 Girls avenged a group round loss to Waza by beating them in the finals by three goals.  Great Job to all the girls!

u13 Girls Black

(Back Row) Sammy, Andrea, Heather, Kelly, Kylie, Taylor, and Liz

(Middle Row) Angela, Becca, Marti, Melissa, and Jessie

Front Row) Kelsey and Jenna

u12 Girls Black

(Back Row) Jordan, Erika, Cehiera, Olivia, Maddie, Lauren, Gabriella, Alexis, and Abrahm

(Front Row) Emma, Allie, Claire, Hailey, Lilli, Sarah, McKenzie, and Rachel

Winter Training Schedule and Online Registration Available.

January 15th, 2008

Our teams will be training through Premier Sports Academy.  Follow this link for schedule and registration information.

Alliance FC Coach Hamdi Rammal Accepts MSYSA Coach of the Year!

January 11th, 2008

When Hamdi Rammal (pictured left in blue warm-up) was named MSYSA coach of the year in November, it was the first time in the history of our state association that an area coach was given this honor.  As a club, we all know this award has everything to do with Hamdi's unmitigated passion for the game that he carefully balances with a healthy respect for his players.

Too often in youth sports, coaches fall into the trap of hurting kid's egos and confidence in the name of winning.  It would be safe to say that Hamdi has never made this mistake.  In fact, Hamdi is more likely to take a chance on a developing player that has the right attitude and work rate.  The result is that his teams are

generally committed groups who enjoy playing for him and enjoy each other. 

Last Friday, the Detroit Ignition (professional indoor) hosted an MSYSA night to honor Hamdi (pictured left with members of his u14 Girls Premier Team) and other state award recipients.  Amy Dunwell (u11B-u13B) organized a charter bus from Grand Rapids so Alliance FC coaches, parents, players, and friends could  comfortably travel to the game.  As an added bonus, they got to meet DeMarcus Beesley (US National Team and Glasgow Rangers)  The result was a very special night as over forty members of the club were able to make the trip.

Everyone had a great time as the game was extremely entertaining, the atmosphere incredibly professional, and the overall experience exceeded everyone's expectations.  Thanks go out to Amy Dunwell for organizing this trip and making it a night to remember for Hamdi, his family, and everyone in attendance.  Congratulations again go out to Hamdi on such a fine achievement.

Alliance FC Teams Among the best in Michigan!

December 5th, 2007

A number of Alliance teams have been recognized by the ranking systems of Got Soccer.com and National Soccer Ranking.com for their accomplishments this year!  Congratulations to the u11 Boys for being ranked #5 in Michigan (NSR Rankings) and #1 in Michigan (Got Soccer Rankings).  The u12 Boys have been ranked #4 in Michigan and #27 in Region 2 (NSR Rankings) and #12 in Michigan (Got Soccer Rankings)!

Also the u12 Girls Black won their MSYSA Ford Friendlies Group undefeated.  They were one of five group winners and undefeated against strong teams from throughout the state.

u11 Boys Win Veteran's Invitational in Evansville, Indiana!

November 18th, 2007

The Alliance FC u11 Boy's impressive streak continued this weekend as they walked away from a field of 16 u11 teams from throughout the region going undefeated.  This caps off a fall season in which the boys won the highest division in GVSA and went undefeated in tournament play winning at Midland, River City, and the Veteran's Day Invitational.  Congratulations to Coach Amy, Coach Zsolt, and all the boys on a job well done!

Hamdi Rammal Named Michigan State Youth Soccer Coach of the Year!

November 8th, 2007

Alliance FC is proud to announce Hamdi Rammal (u11 Girls, u14 Girls, and u18 Boys) was recently named MSYSA Coach of the Year!  This honor is a first for a Grand Rapids area club coach and is a tremendous accomplishment given the number of excellent candidates coaching throughout Michigan.    

MSYSA Names 2007 Award Winners (from www.msysa.net )
MSYSA would like to congratulate the following people for earning a 2007 MSYSA Annual Award: Hamdi Rammal (pictured below) for Female Competitive Coach of the Year, Lars Richters for Male Competitive Coach of the Year, Marcie Holman for Female Recreational Coach of the Year, Gary Perelli for Male Recreational Coach of the Year, Debbie Sobel for Parent of the Year, and Lori Salliotte for Volunteer of the Year. To learn more about these people and everything they have done for youth soccer in Michigan, please click here.

Hamdi Rammal is a coach with the Alliance FC, a soccer club based out of Grand Rapids. Originally from Lebanon, he has been in the United States for over 20 years. Although not originally a coach, Hamdi is a long-time soccer player and fan. He got his start as a coach when his four young daughters began playing soccer. Since that time, he has been very active in the coaching community.

Over the years, Hamdi has built a reputation based on his coaching philosophy that every player is unique and has something to contribute. He is dedicated to building a playing atmosphere where the players are not afraid of failure, but instead where they can learn from their mistakes. He is respectful, patient, honest, and fair. Parents attest that not only has Hamdi taught their daughters the necessary soccer skills to succeed on the field, but also the maturity, confidence, and self-awareness to help them succeed in life. Current players describe him as a dedicated coach with a “quirky” sense of humor. Both parents and players agree that Hamdi is a great coach, excellent role model, and phenomenal person.

u10 and u11 Boys Dominate Fall Play!

October 30th, 2007

The Alliance FC u10 and u11 Boys are coming off a fall season in which they went undefeated in two tournaments (u10 Palatine Celtic Cup (IL) and u11 River City Fall Soccer Series), won the GVSA  u11 2nd division, and only lost a single game in Champions League play.  Their total record for the fall was 19-1-3 with the three draws coming against u11 competition.  

The Alliance FC u11 Boys have achieved similar success having won the GVSA u11 1^st Division and two u11 tournaments (u11 Midland and u11 River City Fall Soccer Series).  The team’s overall record for the fall included an undefeated record at the MSYSA Ford Friendlies (4-0-1) and was 18-1-2.

Alliance FC u12 Boys Orange Win River City!

October 31st, 2007

Alliance FC Boys Dominate River City!

Octoberr 25th, 2007

The Alliance FC u13 Boys led a strong club effort in the Boys River City Soccer Weekend.  The boys defeated Ole Soccer in and exciting championship match (5-4 in PKs). 

Other winners on the weekend were the Boys u15s, u12s, u11s, and u10s.  Congratulations to everyone on a great weekend of soccer.  Pictured on the left is Nedim M. scoring a goal in u11 Boys Championship action.

Alliance FC u14 and u13 Girls Win River City!

Octoberr 9th, 2007

The Alliance FC u13 Girls coached by Abrahm Shearer and Adam Donovan and the u14 Girls coached by Hamdi Rammal (pictured to the right) came away from the River City Fall Classic champions.  Incredibly, the u14 Girls went undefeated in a bracket made up of high schoolers and played great soccer against the u17 Muskegon Lakers, Ole Soccer, and the Alliance FC High School team.  The u13 girls dominated a large field of select and premier u13 teams scoring an impressive 14 goals while giving up only 2.

Alliance FC Teams Excel at Celtic Cup

September 4th, 2007

Seven teams traveled to Chicago to face some of the top Competition the Region has to offer.  With over 360 teams in attendance the competition was fierce and in some age groups went forty (40) + teams deep. 

Through all the competition, the u12 Boys make it to the finals, u13 Girls advance to semi-finals, and u10 Boys win out!  Another notable, top-flight performances came from the u14 Boys (1-1-1).  Congratulations to all of our teams and coaches on such a successful weekend!

u11 Boys First Outing a Huge Success

September 4th, 2007

When teams get together for their first season  expectations are rarely high.  Our u11 Boys team no longer have this flexibility after a strong showing at the MIdland Invitational that resulted in an undefeated record and a forty (40) goal scoring barrage that left opponents in disbelief.

"These boys have come together quickly and have shown an ability to put teams away early," commented coach Zsolt Bertalan, "two of the teams we saw this weekend were pretty good but, they found themselves in a hole early and emotionally, we climbed and they hung their heads.  Overall on the weekend, the boys played some good soccer and we should be excited for the season ahead."

Alliance FC Proud in Developing ODP Talent

August 7th, 2007

Alliance FC again has proven to be an area leader in developing talent as a large portion of the West Michigan ODP players have developed within our club.

Congratulations to our current players in the following state pools:

'94 Boys- Joe Sweet

'95 Boys- Andre Morris, Robbie Schermer, Austin Klodzinski, Hugo Covarrubias, and Eliseo Vargas.

'95 Girls- Taylor Vermaat, Kylie Kukowski, and Marti Corby.

A Special Thanks to Cindy Lesneski and Brad Thomas

Alliance FC would not have had the success over the past five years without the help of our dedicated volunteers. 

Cindy Lesneski has served as club manager for the past two years after taking over for Lisa Jantz, the club's original club manager.  Cindy has been incredible to work with and a huge thanks go out from all of the coaching staff, club managers (past and present), and club members who have benefited from Cindy's hard work.  We look forward to seeing Cindy on the sidelines in the upcoming years.

Brad is one of the founding members of Alliance FC and IRS (now Rapids).  He and the current Rapids director (Tom Ross) did a tremendous job of filling a select soccer void in the area.  More recently, Brad has served the club as a referee coordinator. 

Alliance IRS is now the Alliance Rapids!

June 11th, 2007

We are pleased to announce the formation of Alliance Rapids within Alliance FC.  The approach of Alliance Rapids is very similar to that of the Alliance IRS program originally formed by Tom Ross and Brad Thomas in 2000.  As soccer has changed in West Michigan in the last several years, and many clubs have offered a wide range of choices, we felt it was important to keep the inclusiveness of a great soccer program, but to refocus on offering a low cost volunteer based select soccer experience.  Our coaches have coached select and recreational soccer for several years, often with more than one soccer license. 

Our cost for 2007/2008 will be $275, much lower than most clubs, yet offering the same select soccer experience as clubs with good volunteer coaches.  

In addition, next year Alliance Rapids teams will enjoy periodic training with Alliance FC staff coaches at the team’s normal practice nights and field. We also intend to provide some speed and agility training at the practice sites.  There is no additional cost for these programs.  Please note that higher cost premier and select alternatives, including Alliance FC, offer strong programs with paid coaches and is a good option for many soccer families.  See attached document for FAQs.

Alliance FC u12 Boys PSI Runners-up!

Team and Individual Successes Highlight 2006!

January 12th, 2007

Michigan Olympic Development Players

Kylie Kukowski (u12 Girls Black)

Bria Spraggins (u12 Girls Black)

Jessie Lockwood (u12 Girls Black/u13 Girls Orange)

Morgan Behm (u13 Girls Black)

Chelsea Peterson (u16 Girls)

Andre Morris (u12 Boys Black)

Joe Sweet (u13 Boys)

Thomas Sorek (u13 Boys)

US Club Soccer ID2 Players

Thomas Sorek (u13 Boys)

Dylan Fitzsimmons (u14 Boys)

Tiegan Mitcham (u13 Girls Black)

Indoor Nationals (Regional) Tournament Championships

 u9 Boys

 u13 Girls (Split Team finished 1st and 2nd)

Select and Premier Soccer Interest

October 25th, 2006

Alliance FC teams play premier soccer in the Michigan State Premier League and the Champions League.  Some of our teams play in both divisions.  As a club, we consider our top teams from the ages of u12 and above to be premier teams though, we might also consider a u11 team a premier team.  The main difference between Alliance FC and other programs is that we are less community based.  Our teams typically draw athletes from the Forest Hills, East Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids, Lowell, Rockford areas, and beyond.  Some of our teams have members from Portage, Plainwell, and Manistee.

Another major difference is that Alliance FC is the only club in West Michigan with five (5) full-time coaches and staff working to develop our athletes.  We do this and keep our fees at or below comparable state premier clubs.   

If you have a child of any other age, please give us a call anytime this winter so that we can discuss if playing on one of our select or premier teams is a good option.   

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