SLSG Missouri - US Development Academy

[overath]

My point exactly......not all coaches are held accountable......sorry for talking over your head!

[oldschoolsoccer]

My point exactly......not all coaches are held accountable......sorry for talking over your head!

Why won't anyone show documamts of coaching salaries? I persoanlly know a guy (very influencial community leader) who questioned the salaries of LF coaching staff and was told "we get rid of people like you who want those type of questions answered". This is a man who is responsible of the spending of millions of doallrs in his community. A week later he was sent an email telling him his child was not welcomed back to the club. His child being the leading scorer for her club team for the last 2 years.

Then another parent asked the same question and recieved the same email a few days later. They said the coach was not on the payroll at first, but then admitted he was. What is the big deal in giving out this sort of information to people that are paying these fee's? Possibly worried about a possible backlash of the current people who are supporters? Whats the big secret?

When promising big rewards to those that join their club teams, it seems the only ones recieving big rewards (or contracts) are the coach's, and when somebody like the rathman questions average results from the ones who get paid big dollars, he gets bashed.

I think all rath wants is soccer at the level that is not only promised, but what STL is capable of producing. Great job for the u-16's this year, but it could be much better for the thousands of other kids, not just the 40 academy kids.

I can't wait for a guy to be put in charge like a George Mihaljevic. He not only trained kids, but he had the guts to call out every person who claimed to be a top notch coach, or trainer, when they weren't. If he hired a "friend" to join his staff, you could bet your last dollar thet were top rate. Most kids couldn't handle George these days, but the ones that could would have a far better chance of making the National teams final roster.

There's a reason STL dominated soccer in the 60's and 70's. People like George and the countless other top rate coach's and trainers were responsible because of passion, and giving great training to the youngest players. Not for money, or local fame. What do we get now? New clubs forming every year just to devide players even worse, while doing nothing different than the club they just left. Or numerous clubs they may have been affiliated with in the past.

[sgfan35]

oldschool,

I see that you have not posted your name, occupation and salary. Why would you ask someone else to do that. If you are truly old school, you would remember that it is not polite to ask someone about their salary.

[play36]

[quote="overath"]My point exactly......not all coaches are held accountable......sorry for talking over your head! [/quote]


Big O You are quick but you did not talk over my head. Keep throwing 'em no worry here. I pointed out an error just as you throw your opinion on others.

On topic...Congrats again on the win boys. Much success to the SLSG Program and all others wherever you may play. Just play, have fun, learn a bit about life, make life long friends and recognize how precious these times are.

[Juggling10000]

SLSG U16 Academy loses 0-1 to New York Red Bulls in a hard fought battle. It was a GREAT SEASON! We are proud of you for #shockingthenation > congrats to NY > cya-all next year! #SLSGnation

Congratulations to all the players and coaches for a outstanding season. Just go out with your heads held high and win it all next season.

[clutch]

Why won't anyone show documamts of coaching salaries?

I agree 100%, so how much does WC pay you, how about Dick, and if you know George, BB is the only player I know trained by George Mihaljevic and close to him, could you ask him what he was making at SLSG, after recent events he would probably answer without hesitation?

I'm not sure I believe the LF story, when my boy was with them I asked how many paid staff members there were and got a reply without threats, at $350 a yr. club fee I really didn't care what they made.

[John Smith Jr.]

GK Leeker gives verbal to Memphis

[PaulieWalnuts]

My point exactly......not all coaches are held accountable......sorry for talking over your head!

Why won't anyone show documamts of coaching salaries? I persoanlly know a guy (very influencial community leader) who questioned the salaries of LF coaching staff and was told "we get rid of people like you who want those type of questions answered". This is a man who is responsible of the spending of millions of doallrs in his community. A week later he was sent an email telling him his child was not welcomed back to the club. His child being the leading scorer for her club team for the last 2 years.

Then another parent asked the same question and recieved the same email a few days later. They said the coach was not on the payroll at first, but then admitted he was. What is the big deal in giving out this sort of information to people that are paying these fee's? Possibly worried about a possible backlash of the current people who are supporters? Whats the big secret?

When promising big rewards to those that join their club teams, it seems the only ones recieving big rewards (or contracts) are the coach's, and when somebody like the rathman questions average results from the ones who get paid big dollars, he gets bashed.

I think all rath wants is soccer at the level that is not only promised, but what STL is capable of producing. Great job for the u-16's this year, but it could be much better for the thousands of other kids, not just the 40 academy kids.

I can't wait for a guy to be put in charge like a George Mihaljevic. He not only trained kids, but he had the guts to call out every person who claimed to be a top notch coach, or trainer, when they weren't. If he hired a "friend" to join his staff, you could bet your last dollar thet were top rate. Most kids couldn't handle George these days, but the ones that could would have a far better chance of making the National teams final roster.

There's a reason STL dominated soccer in the 60's and 70's. People like George and the countless other top rate coach's and trainers were responsible because of passion, and giving great training to the youngest players. Not for money, or local fame. What do we get now? New clubs forming every year just to devide players even worse, while doing nothing different than the club they just left. Or numerous clubs they may have been affiliated with in the past.

Great post oldschool. George was a legendary coach. No one holds a candle to him today.

[SLSGadmin]

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

U.S. UNDER-17 MEN’S NATIONAL TEAM VS ST. LOUIS SCOTT GALLAGHER U-18 ACADEMY TEAM
Game will be on the Dennis P. Long Stadium Field at the Recently Renovated Soccer Park

The St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club will host the U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team for a 7 p.m. game on September 8 at Soccer Park in Fenton, Missouri. The U.S. U-17 MNT will play on the Soccer Park’s newly upgraded Dennis P. Long Main Field against the St. Louis Scott Gallagher U-18 Missouri Academy Team.

The St. Louis Scott Gallagher Academy is the current U.S. Development Academy 2012 Finals Week U-15/16 runner-up. Although the final ended with a 1-0 loss to the New York Red Bulls on July 23, the team can look back on a season to remember. They finished in the top two among the 78 teams playing at the highest level of U.S. boy’s soccer.

The St. Louis Scott Gallagher Soccer Club recently concluded one of the most successful seasons in its 40-year history. Four boys’ and two girls’ teams qualified for national tournaments. The club was well represented throughout the various levels of national youth soccer.

The Soccer Park has recently been renovated with new turf on its main field, new turf on a side field, a new digital score board and the construction of a Performance Training Center. Admission for the game will be $5 per car and proceeds from this revenue will go to the game’s charity partners listed below.

The game will benefit Foster Care & Adoptive Coalition and Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center specifically the Mary McDermott Cardiac Catheterization Suite.

“It’s an honor to host the U-17 National Team,” said club President Jim Kavanaugh. “It will be a tremendous opportunity to showcase our club and upgraded facility.”

After this match, the U.S. Under-17 Men's National Team is headed to Ohio to play the Columbus Crew on September 10. More details on this game will be posted soon on ussoccer.com.

St. Louis Scott Gallagher, also know as “SLSG” serves the soccer community of the Greater St. Louis Metropolitan Area with more than 270 competitive boys and girls youth teams from age seven to eighteen. SLSG also hosts a range of soccer tournaments, leagues and camps for all ages and levels.

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If you would like more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview, please call Ken Godat at (636) 575-4169 or e-mail Ken at KGodat@SLSGsoccer.com

[SLSGadmin]

The Build Up to the Big Game!

RSVP - So we can plan concession staff and concession food for game, we are asking everyone that is coming to please fill out a simple RSVP form. All you have to do is click this link and fill out your name and email address >> http://bit.ly/SLSG-RSVP-US17.

Chance to Win - We will be picking younger players via random drawing from this RSVP list to escort the 11
US National Team starters on to the field before the game. The SLSG Academy players will be escorted by kids from the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition. We will also be picking kids randomly from the RSVP list for ball boys & girls.

GAME DAY - BEFORE THE BIG GAME

Gates Open - The festivities will start at 5:30 PM with the Soccer Park gates opening for our Pre-game Tailgate Party. This party will be set up on the lower patio / parking lot between Field 5 and the Soccer Park Main Building. We will be providing food and beverages at early bird prices (please do not bring your own).

Cost - Admission to the game is $5 per car and these funds will benefit the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition and Cardinal Glennon Children's Medical Center specifically the Mary McDermott Cardiac Catheterization Suite.

Traffic - Parking is always challenging for big events at the Soccer Park so please come to the game as early as you can and please car pool.

THE BIG GAME

Kick Off - The BIG GAME kicks off at 7 PM

White Out - We are asking all SLSG members to sit with their teams and all SLSG players should wear their white game jersey. Seating will be first come first serve.

AFTER THE BIG GAME

Party - We will have a Post Game Party in the Main Ball Room with a cash bar immediately following the game and it's open to everyone. There will be an autograph session as well so please bring your own items to be signed.

[Larry]

wow - what a great night for St. Louis Soccer at the Soccer Park last night. A packed house to see out hometown boys push the US U17 Nat team. SLSG lost 2-3 in a very entertaining match. The Soccer Park improvements looked amazing - new scoreboard, new turf, new signage. Impressive and many thanks to WWT for their help. Great job SLSG! St. Louis soccer is as strong as ever!

[SoccerSense]

Ditto Larry--Great venue--great weather--great futbal.

[socc12]

Went to both CBC and Soccer Park last night. Both had good crowds, more adults and little kids at soccer park and CBC loaded with high school students. Good soccer being played at both locations.

[George]

I was at soccer park and it was amazing. kids playing on all the side fields was so fun to see! The level of play was fast.

Hey Socc12- how was the level of play comparison?

[billyray]

[quote="sgfan35"]oldschool,

I see that you have not posted your name, occupation and salary. Why would you ask someone else to do that. If you are truly old school, you would remember that it is not polite to ask someone about their salary.[/quote]

The reason parents should be able to see what coaches make is because they are paying for a majority of their salary.

It's like teachers. You can go to stltoday.com and type in the name of any teacher in Missouri and see what their salaries are. Why? Because the taxpayers pay their salary.

Everyone knows how much the president, governor, representatives, senators, etc make. Why? Because taxpayers pay their salary.

That's why this should be public knowledge. Parents pay a huge portion of coach's salaries.

[Coop]

As a parent of a SLSG player, I could care less what my coaches and club leadership is being paid. I'm happy with the product, training, facilities, and I'm happy every year to write out the check. I care about their salaries about as much as I care about the owner of the local bakeries salary. It's my option whether I want to pay for the service/product or not.

[Sneauman]

You can go to stltoday.com and type in the name of any teacher in Missouri and see what their salaries are. Why? Because the taxpayers pay their salary.
Everyone knows how much the president, governor, representatives, senators, etc make. Why? Because taxpayers pay their salary.

That's why this should be public knowledge. Parents pay a huge portion of coach's salaries.

Not private school teachers, I get your drift but Sg isn't supported by tax $'s.

[Run_On]

Agree the game Saturday between the National team and Academy was excellent.

Now, if someone could tell me just which country's national team this was, I would certainly be enlightened.

One couldn't discern if they were from Brazil, Nigeria, or Bangladesh..

[BUSG]

It's the USA buddy....get use to it.

Does the last name need to be Smith?

[socc12]

Hey Socc12- how was the level of play comparison?[quote][/quote]

I would say the level of play at Soccer Park was clearly higher, but I expected it to be higher with the US national team playing. I thought the SG boys played well and hung with them.

To be honest, I thought the environment at CBC was better. Tons of high school students chanting for their school and friends. The MCC schools really know how to support there teams. Kudos to them for showing up in numbers.
Obviously, this was just my perspective and have no dog in the hunt on either team, I just enjoy watching soccer.