Thursday, September 13, 2007

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (Sept. 13, 2007) - The ETSU men's soccer team has partnered with US Youth Soccer to promote Youth Soccer Month during the ETSU Fall Invitational presented by Citizens Bank on September 14 and 16.

As the number one youth participation sport in America, youth soccer is a leading contributor to the healthy lifestyle of millions of American families. Recognizing the impact and importance the sport of soccer plays in day to day lives America's families, US Youth Soccer, the nation's largest youth sports organization, is spearheading Youth Soccer Month - A Celebration of Soccer in America.

During the ETSU's women's soccer matches on Friday and Sundy, youth soccer participants will have the opportunity to socialize and get autographs from the ETSU men's soccer team. Also, during halftime of each match there will be small contests and promotions where all youth soccer participants will have the opportunity to test their skills and win prizes.

Following the final match on Sunday the men's soccer team will judge a series of contests for the U-10 and U-15 categories.

All youth soccer players are welcome to attend. Admission is free and free food and drink for all youth soccer participants will be provided on both Friday and Sunday.

For more information, email pirateclub@etsu.edu or call 423-439-8397.

ETSU Fall Invitational

Presented by Citizens Bank

Schedule of Events

September 14

Stetson vs. Western Carolina 1 p.m.

ETSU vs. Tennessee Tech 4 p.m.

September 16

Stetson vs. Tennessee Tech Noon

ETSU vs. Western Carolina 4 p.m.