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Post by jack4343 on Feb 23, 2016 6:14:55 GMT -5
From the Atlanta Silverbacks FC Trust social media....great news!
STATEMENT FROM THE TRUST We at the NASL Atlanta Trust were disheartened by the news a little over a month ago that the Atlanta Silverbacks would no longer be a part of the NASL. As such, we began discussing our plans for the future. It was during these talks that we learned the Silverbacks would definitely continue on in the NPSL.
We feel confident in the club's future. It is with great pleasure that we announce the renaming of our organization. We will henceforth be known as the Atlanta Silverbacks Trust.
We hope to build a very beneficial relationship with our club - one that will eventually bring at least partial supporter ownership to this important Atlanta soccer institution.
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Post by SoccerMom on Feb 23, 2016 9:43:14 GMT -5
NPSL is fourth tier?
I hope they are able to regroup and get back.. Most of the good players have already signed up elsewhere
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Post by SoccerMom on Feb 24, 2016 19:58:47 GMT -5
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Post by Soccerhouse on Feb 24, 2016 20:03:16 GMT -5
Wow - UFA is a managing partner?
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Post by SoccerMom on Feb 24, 2016 20:06:27 GMT -5
Wow - UFA is a managing partner? Yes
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Post by Soccerhouse on Feb 25, 2016 9:35:53 GMT -5
I'm no lawyer but I did stay at a holiday inn last night --
"Many nonprofit organizations find it difficult to generate sufficient funding to maintain their operations. Especially with the ongoing challenges associated with the global financial crisis, generating revenue is a constant struggle. One strategy nonprofit agencies may employ to generate additional income is through one or more for-profit ventures associated with the nonprofit organization. While this arrangement is possible, both the law and federal tax code place limits on how nonprofit organizations are allowed to coordinate with for-profit enterprises."
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Post by SoccerMom on Feb 25, 2016 10:23:41 GMT -5
Just got this.... NEWS RELEASE: UFA Announces Atlanta Silverbacks are Back!
We were all disappointed a few months ago when it was announced that the Silverbacks operations had been suspended and that the organization was not returning for the 2016 season and possibly beyond. Well fans, we are very proud to announce that the Atlanta Silverbacks are back and that the jungle is alive again! The new Atlanta Silverbacks ownership group will include Boris Jerkunica (chairman), John Latham, John Hardin, United Futbol Academy (UFA), and A+ Sports Management Group (A+). UFA and A+ will assume the operations of the Atlanta Silverbacks, as both the Men in the NPSL and the Women in the WPSL will return this summer 2016. Iggy Moleka, UFA co-founder and Director of Soccer, said “As a premier club, UFA is committed to providing platforms to allow our male and female soccer players an avenue from the youth rank all the way to the professional and national team level, thus providing a clear path to the professional arena.” A former Silverbacks player, who still holds the most goal scored in the franchise history, Iggy will act as the General Manager and Coach for the Women’s team. Phoday Dolleh, A+ owner, said “I am very excited about the opportunity to manage a club that is dear to my heart where I can use my experience as a scout to bring the kind of players our fans love. I want to help find the next Kwadwo Poku, who moved from the Silverbacks to NYCFC in MLS. This venture will allow us to introduce the next generation of top young players to the next level and in a world-class environment to succeed.” Phoday will act as the General Manager for the Men’s team. Boris Jerkunica, Atlanta Silverbacks Chairman, said he believes that the metro Atlanta soccer community can support two sustainable models: the MLS and Atlanta United, and the NPSL/WPSL, in which costs can more easily be controlled. “We want to continue to provide a good product so people can enjoy a nice Saturday night soccer game,” Jerkunica said. “It will be more like going to a college game, a different experience on the field, but it can still be a lot of fun.” This is an exciting day for anyone who has been involved with the club over the years. This organization has created some great memories for the city of Atlanta and its soccer fans. UFA and A+, the new operating team, are looking forward to creating new memories for the fans by delivering a great product on and off the field. Both teams will be competitive and will play a beautiful brand of soccer. The main goal will be to make the teams more accessible to the Atlanta community through an affiliation program. On the field, the Silverbacks will seek to bridge that gap between youth soccer and professional soccer. Off the field, they will aim to get the fans, support groups, and local businesses to play a bigger role in the organization. The Silverbacks are looking forward to welcoming back players, coaches, partners, sponsors, and most importantly, fans for this new adventure. Tryouts for the Men’s team is scheduled for this Saturday at the Silverbacks Park. For more information, please visit us at www.atlantasilverbacksfc.com. United Futbol Academy & A+ Sports Management Group
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Post by Deleted on Feb 25, 2016 10:49:30 GMT -5
Wow -- just keeps getting more and more interesting. Directors leaving, Clubs Merging, Age Mandates, Small sided mandates, DA for 12s and 13s, Girls DA etc. its never ending....
Will girls DA players be allowed to play in the WPSL?
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Post by SoccerMom on Feb 25, 2016 11:02:48 GMT -5
Wow -- just keeps getting more and more interesting. Directors leaving, Clubs Merging, Age Mandates, Small sided mandates, DA for 12s and 13s, Girls DA etc. its never ending.... Will girls DA players be allowed to play in the WPSL? I don't think so...no outside leagues
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Post by Soccerhouse on Feb 25, 2016 13:31:49 GMT -5
No pun intended here and the $1,000,000 question -- Does UFA have a financial investment now in the Silverbacks or is this strictly a managerial role?
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