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Welcome to the Hamilton and District Soccer Association Website
The H & D S.A. is one of Ontario's oldest soccer organizations. The Association represents many soccer organization from many surrounding communities such as Brantford, Glanbrook, Stoney Creek, Ancaster, Dundas and of course, Hamilton. The city of Hamilton is situtated at the far western end of Lake Ontario and is a part of the Golden Horseshoe. The Hamilton and District office will be using this website as a communication tool for our members. Material will be updated on a regular basis, but if you have an immediate concern please use the email link posted at the bottom of this page or call the office directly. Hamilton and Dictrict supports events such as the Spectator Cup for men and women as well as local leagues for youth, mini and adult players.
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Hamilton & District S.A. Mission Statement:
To promote, develop and govern the game of soccer, both indoor and outdoor, within the City of Hamilton, Brant County and Haldimand. To represent and act on behalf of The Ontario Soccer Association, referred to as the O.S.A., in the administration of O.S.A. programs and to assist its member organizations develop and effectively administer soccer programs that promote the development of the mental, physical, social and leadership skills of their members. District President, Al Carrafiello.
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Soccer Site Provides Local History:
Soccer has been a part of Hamilton and Southern Ontario for many years. A local Ontario Historian Colin Jose has developed a website that provides information on local talent over the years. Please checkout the site at http://www.canadiansoccerhistory.com/
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Important Reminder to all Clubs and Leagues:
As a condition of membership in a District Association, all Clubs must amend their Constitution or By-Laws to comply with the minimum requirements. Club Policy 2.2 reads as follows: 'Each Club must annually submit its Constitution or By-Laws to its District Association and that document will have to comply with the minimum requirements as per the OSA's Club Policy 2.1 or that Club will not be eligible for membership in that District Association as compliance with the minimum requirements is now a condition of 'Club Membership' in a District Association'.
As a condition of membership in a District Association, all Leagues must amend their Constitution or By-Laws to comply with the minimum requirements, by no later than our District Association's Annual General Meeting. OSA's District Association Policy 5.2 reads as follows: 'Each District League and each MJ-Club League must annually submit its Constitution or By-Laws to its District Association and that document will have to comply with the minimum requirements as per OSA's District Association Policy 5.1 or that League will not be eligible for membership in that District Association as compliance with the minimum requirements is now a condition of 'League Associate Membership' in a District Association'.
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Please be advised of the new CSA policies that were issued last week with regards to:
-Players wearing casts
-Lightening Safety / Severe Weather Policy
To read these policies, please click on the link below:
http://soccer.on.ca/OSN.nsf/773fb79c924593a58525681c007d7e12/dfcae46808aa7658852569e3006e7e08?OpenDocument
The Ontario Soccer Association Parent Survey
District Player Development Program:
Try-outs are now underway to identify U12 boys and girls to participate in the District Indoor Program. For dates and contacts, please check our District Player Development Program page.
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Important & Exciting News:
PRE "B" COURSE:
The Hamilton & District S.A. will be hosting a Pre "B" Course on May 23/24 and May 30/31 at McMaster University. The cost per coach is $300.00 and the deadline for registration is April 1st. For those interested, please register with the District Office a.s.a.p., as there is a limited number of seats.
If you have any questions, you may contact Rob Tornifoglia at rtornifoglia@msn.com. |
Referee Information:
Program exists to support and foster the development and education of referees from the grassroots to elite levels of refereeing throughout Hamilton & District. This is achieved through the Referee Education and Assessment Programs respectively.
The goal of the H&DSA is to provide referees across our District with the tools necessary to help build the future of soccer in Hamilton & District and to help referees.
If referees strive to be successful they will need more than law interpretation skill and experience; although these are both indispensable. Being a successful soccer referee is about personal desire towards continuing education and learning about the game and the Laws which govern it.
The H&DSA Referee Program needs to be a shared and cooperative program with a proactive vision for the betterment of the game. Ultimately, OUR success will be measured by the growth of the game, at all levels, in Hamilton & District.
Checkout our referee section by clicking on the following link.
Click to See - Referee Information
Click to See - Link to Referee Website
Dates are posted for your convenience. Information includes dates for education courses including mandatory, C3 and C4 classes, fitness tests and clinics
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The Early Years:
A powerhouse after the turn of the century. Westinghouse won the Spectator Cup in 1907, 1908 and 1909 and again in 1911 and 1912. The 1912 'Hoose' team also went on to bring the Steel City it's first Ontario Cup provincial title. Check out one of the old Westinghouse team photos. More district history and photos to come.
Click to See - The Early Years
Click to See - Past Hamilton All Stars
Click to See - The Post-War Years
Click to See - The Modern Era...
Click to See - 86 Steelers National Champions
Click to See - Spectator Cup Presentat
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Office Hours:
Monday to Thursday - 11:00 am - 5:00 pm.
Friday - 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Weekends - Closed
Indoor Soccer 2008/2009:
Anyone interested in indoor soccer, please contact Soccerworld Hamilton at 905-521-8750 or Wentworth Arena at 905-525-6233
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District Contact Information:
Use the following links to contact the District President or Administrator.
Click to contact the H & D
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Created by: Dave Edgcumbe -- Last updated:Jun 23, 2009 | | | | |
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