BUSC Newsletter

September 15, 2023

Hello, BUSC! We are happy to be in the thick of our fall season - comp and rec teams are playing every week and our players continue to develop on the field under the guidance of our amazing coaches!

Huge shout out to all of our staff, coaches, managers and volunteers who all dedicate their time and resources to making this whole experience possible.

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns. See you on the field!

Tevin Jones, Director of Club Operations, tevinjones@busc.org

Kevin Crow, Technical Director, kevincrow@busc.org

One of the goals for the Ballistic United Soccer Club has always been to create the best possible learning environment for the players to be able grow, both as a player and as a person.

In order to provide the best path for the players to develop is to put the best staff in place to guide the players as they move through the program.

"The club has always prioritized and has been successful building a very experienced technical staff,” said Kevin Crow, the Executive Director of Ballistic. “I would rank our current staff as one of the top youth soccer club staffs in the country.”



We feel we have succeeded in that area and wanted to share some of the accomplishments of our talented staff!

The new Director of Coaching Education for the Ballistic brings a wealth of knowledge to Ballistic.

Along with the many strengths Austin brings to Ballistic he has also worked with and helped develop many coaches and players over the last several years.

"I've always enjoyed working with coaches in coaching education. It's an honor to work with BUSC coaches to help them reach their potential and improve the player experience."

A list of his qualifications

·      US Soccer Coach Educator Developer - 2021

·      Ballistic United SC Director of Coaching Education 2021

·      US Soccer Technical Advisor Club Development Manager 2017

·      Phoenix Rising/AZ United Assistant Coach - 2014

Education/Licenses

·      University of Connecticut - 1981

·      US Soccer Academy Director License - 2020

·      US Soccer Director of Coaching License - 2019

·      US Soccer "A" License - 1998

·      US Soccer National Youth License - 2007

·      United Soccer Coaches Member Since 1982

Awards/Honors

·      Connecticut Hall of Fame - 2013

·      WPSL Coach of the Year - 2004

·      NSCAA Women’s Div 1 Coach of the Year - 1989

·      NSCAA New England Div 1 Coach of the Year - 1989, 1992

·      North Atlantic Coach of the Year - 1991, 1992, 1995

Oakland Roots - Ballistic United Night

Players and parents alike enjoyed an Oakland Roots game under the lights.... a thrilling 5 goal game at that!

But the best part was the halftime show when our players took the field!

Thank you to all of the families that represented the BUSC family at this event!

It’s time to bring back the big hair, the neon outfits, and the thumping sound of the club scene, as on Thursday night, September 28 the Ballistic United Soccer Club will go back to

the 80’s for a fundraiser at Middle 8 on Main Street in Pleasanton.

The 80’s event is being held at the pre-eminent 80’s themed club in the area and will run from 7-10 p.m.

Get ready for a night of fun as we turn back the clock to the

days of the Rubic Cube, the beginning of the home video game

explosion, and all the glory of the big pop music scene!

Get ready to party to Madonna, Whitney, Michael Jackson, as

well as rock legends such as Def Leppard and BonJovi

BUSC had the pleasure of hosting a US Soccer C License Course.

The course focus is on getting coaches to think about, discuss, and recognize the recurring concepts or themes that exist in soccer. Candidates will be challenged to find ways to offer constructive guidance to players while also allowing players to experience the game for themselves.

Ballistics very own Oscar Inclan took part in this class. "I am happy to be continuing my coaching education. This will not only help me become a better coach, but also help better develop all of the players on my team."

Ballistic United Soccer Club is proud to be offering camps which happen the first three Fridays of each month throughout the season. For additional information please contact our Camps Director, Brett Rosenberger brettrosenberger@busc.org

• KING OF THE CLUB (KOTC) (9/1,10/6,11/3)

Who is the Teamwork Master, Players compete monthly, 2v2 to 4v4 formats, Different teams, Scoring emphasizes skill & Teamwork. Click Here

• ELITE SKILLS(9/8,10/13,11/10) + KOTC (9/1,10/6,11/3)

All of King of the Club dates PLUS Elite Skills training dates! Ball Mastery, Juggling, 1v1 Moves ,1st Touch, Aerial Balls, Defending Technique, Move Sequencing, 2v2 Application INCLUDES KotC. Click Here

• POSITION PHOCUS(9/15,10/20,11/17) + KOTC(9/1,10/6,11/3)

All of King of the Club dates PLUS Position Phocus training dates! Position-Specific Training, Position Skills, Positioning, Position Responsibilities in Tactics INCLUDES KotC. Click Here

• Ballistic is excited to announce that it is bringing back a year-round futsal program. Trainings will be opt in for an additional fee and will be held every Monday starting 9/4/23-11/20/23. For additional information and registration please click the link below or contact Walter Pratte walterpratte@busc.org

Thank you to this month's newsletter sponsor: Ally Building Company.

"Focus on your product, we’ll focus on your building"

If you or your company would like to sponsor our monthly newsletter, please reach out to tevinjones@busc.org

This event is provided by the Rotary Club of Moraga and is intended for individuals who are interested in applying to one of the University of California schools

Fundraiser to support the TOPSoccer program for kids with special needs!

Fundraiser Timeline August 24 2023 - September 23 2023

Make a gift to BUSC any time to support our important programs. Pick where you want your gift applied, or make a gift to the BUSC General Fund for your gift to be used where it's most needed.

Thank you for supporting BUSC!

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