The Vermont Soccer Association (VSA) officially announced that it is joining the United States Consortium of State Associations (USCSA) as part of a seven-member expansion to the organization. With this announcement, the USCSA brings its current membership to a total of 14 state associations, representing more than 800,000 players.
“Vermont Soccer Association is thrilled to join the United States Consortium of State Associations,” said Meg Munson, Executive Director of the Vermont Soccer Association. “This decision reflects our commitment to advancing soccer across Vermont and aligning with a broader network dedicated to the sport’s growth and development nationwide while collaborating on best practices.”
The USCSA believes that State Associations can provide an anchor in local soccer communities by providing exceptional service, resources and inspiration that grows soccer participation by unlocking the potential within each of those communities. Traditionally, each State Association has its own governance, policies and procedures, and resources, which limits the ability to scale and incorporate efficient solutions. The organization aims to expand its influence, reduce costs, and enhance services by scaling operations together. The USCSA wants to evolve the traditional model by integrating business strategies and shared resources to increase efficiency and effectiveness of each State Association member. To maximize its success and potential, the USCSA will rely on its core values of Trust, Innovation, Compromise and Alignment.
“The USCSA is thrilled to add each of our new members, and we know their expertise will help accelerate our efforts,” said Evan Dabby, USCSA President. “Specifically, this expansion will enhance our efforts leveraging these individuals’ experience with Competitions, Finance, Grassroots Programming, Women in Soccer, Club Development and Administration.”
USCSA Membership Includes (New Members Bolded):
Arizona Youth Soccer (Jonathan Berzins, CEO)
Georgia State Soccer Association
Indiana Soccer (Dave Guthrie, Executive Director and USCSA Secretary)
Iowa Soccer (Dan Cataldi, CEO)
Kentucky Youth Soccer Association (Kris Zander, Executive Director)
Massachusetts Youth Soccer (Rob Holliday, Executive Director and USCSA Treasurer)
Michigan State Youth Soccer Association (Thomas Faro, Executive Director)
New Mexico Youth Soccer (Gloria Faber, Executive Director)
New Jersey Youth Soccer (Evan Dabby, Executive Director and USCSA President)
Ohio Soccer (Gordon Henderson, CEO and USCSA Vice President)
South Texas Youth Soccer (Jennifer Davis, Executive Director)
Tennessee State Soccer Association (Hans Hobson, CEO)
Utah Youth Soccer (Bryan Attridge, CEO)
Vermont Soccer Association (Meg Munson, Executive Director)
The Vermont Soccer Association (VSA) stands as the governing body for soccer in the picturesque State of Vermont, nestled in the heart of New England. With a rich history and a steadfast commitment to promoting the beautiful game, the VSA serves as a unifying force, fostering a vibrant soccer community that spans all ages and skill levels. From organizing leagues and tournaments to providing coaching education and referee development programs, the VSA endeavors to cultivate a culture of excellence, sportsmanship, and inclusivity across the state. Through its dedication to nurturing talent and passion for the sport of soccer, the VSA continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the soccer landscape and enriching the lives of players, coaches, officials, and fans alike.
To learn more about the USCSA, visit ConsortiumOfSoccerAssociations.org. For additional information on the Vermont Soccer Association, and to learn more about our offerings, please visit VermontSoccer.org.