The TSC coach nominee for Recreation Coach of the Year was selected as the Region IV Rec Coach of the Year.
John McKenzie of Bremerton, Wash.
In 13 years as a recreational coach, John McKenzie has used soccer to instill the qualities of sportsmanship and teamwork in his players. Players say he taught them how to be young men first and soccer players second.
John helps pass on to his player a desire to play the game and the team always has fun while competing. In addition to recreational coaching, John is involved in TOPSoccer, where he coaches and works as a buddy.
He will be attending the National convention and will be consider for National Recreational Coach of the Year.
A candidate from each of the four Regions of the country will be bidding for this honor.
Awards will be announced January at the US Youth Soccer Gala.
This link is to the WYS website
where his selection at Regional was announced.
Congratulations Coach John.
Without volunteers to help manage over 180 Clubs and 37 Associations within Washington Youth Soccer, our collective organization would not be where we are today. So what better way to show thanks to these people, then to highlight their work and give them a small gift of our appreciation.
TSC is proud to share this good news! Coach Dean is amazing and he doesn't have any kids playing. He has made a personal impact on many lives. He has brought the love of soccer back to youth who were done with sports!
Well done Coach Dean!