2012 Tryout Information

Contact the applicable  2012 NKFC Head Coach for more info, open spots, interested in joining, etc
 

FEBRUARY
Team	Days/Times	Comments
BU19 NK Explosion 93	Highly selective - Players added case-by-case - contact coach for details	Register Here (2012 Age Chart)
BU18 NK Storm 94	COMPLETE (highly selective) - contact coach for openings
BU17 NK Dynamo 95	Sat, 25 Feb – Noon-2pm @ Strawberry Turf Sun, 26 Feb - Noon-2pm @ NKHS Turf
BU16 NK Explosion 96	Sat, 25 Feb –  2:30-4:30pm@ Strawberry Turf Sun, 26 Feb - 2:30-4:30pm @ NKHS Turf

** Expect remaining team Tryouts in Apr or May **


"NKSC is the best kept secret in youth soccer. Low costs, no monthly fees, no politics, excellent training, caring team staff who want to teach kids to love the game and great communication from the club. They do it right and keep it in perspective. This is what youth soccer should be. I wish my family had know about this program years ago."  - 2011 Survey respondent 
 
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2012 Competitive Head Coaches, Assistants & Trainers WANTED!

Please contact Ed Skelly - nkfc@northkitsapsoccer.org ASAP if interested or for more info

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2012 Pacific Coast Super Cup
NKSC BU17 NK Storm '94 Regional Champions - Pacific Coast Super Cup!

BU17 NK Storm '94 took home the gold in Regional play at the Pacific Coast Super Cup (PCSC).

PCSC is a regional and open event where teams from any youth soccer organization from WA, OR & ID compete to crown regional champions in U13-U18 age groups.

In their first season playing Puget Sound Premier League, Storm placed 3rd in the heavily contested BU17 Super league earning them a spot at PCSC.

Storm entered PCSC finding heavy competition yet advancing out of Bracket play from the first leg played a few weeks ago at Starfire.

They traveled to Tualatin, OR for the Elimination, Quarter-Finals and Semi-finals winning all 3 very close matches again against BU17 teams many from the highly competitive Oregon Premier League, the highest in the state of Oregon.

They earned their Finals birth against a favored Oswego Southside Soccer Academy '94 Green team (only 1 GA going into Finals). With the score tied 1-1 in a hotly contested Final match, Storm crossed the ball towards goal with only 1 min left. Storm headed and the goalie couldn't hold on as Storm cleaned up the mess for the game winner!

Congrats to BU17 NK Storm 94 a wonderful team of very dedicated and talented players. They earned themselves a great victory while representing NKSC well in this prestigious regional honor!
 

2012 Alumni News
NKSC Alum Skelly Ends Willamette Career With a Bang

Stephanie Skelly (daughter of NKSC Board member) completed her 4 year collegiate soccer career at Willamette University in Salem, OR.

The latest in a group of talented, dedicated and determined NKSC Alumni who made meaningful contributions as collegiate players, Steph was a 9 year player in NKSC Recreation and Competitive programs. Competitively her NK Chaos 88 team coached by Daniel Borunda and NK Fuego United 88 team coached by Coach Kellie Morgan competed in WA State Premier Leagues and won numerous tournaments in WA and throughout the NW. Steph was also a 4 year starter for the NKHS Lady Vikings, team captain and multi-season All League standout.

During Steph's career as a Willamette Bearcat she scored 35 goals with 7 assists totaling 77 points. She was named Bearcat Team Captain for 2 years and recognized for her athletic and academic excellence with numerous national, regional, conference and team honors including: 1st Team Capital One Academic All-America, 2nd Team All-West Region, 1st Team All-Northwest Conference, NWC Women's Soccer Offensive Player of the Year and 1st Team Academic All-District VIII and Team Offensive MVP to name a few.

Steph is a Biology major graduating in May 2012. When Steph is in our area she always makes time to train NKFC teams and players. Steph holds an E License and is also a Grade 8 referee.  CONGRATS STEPH!
 

2012 Winter League (January 2012)
There's "Snow" Game Today

So what do you do when the opposing team from Spokane can't make it over the mountains due to snow?  If you are BU16 Coach Dave Imperio, you quickly make calls and get as many Explosion and Dynamo players, coaches, parents and siblings to the field for 75 minutes of all out scrimmage fun.  Who wants to let good field time and a little bit of snow flurries get in the way of the game?!
 

2011 Fall League (December 2011)
NKSC Earns Championships at the Younger Ages in 2011

For the first time NKSC BU11 and GU11 earned Championship honors for Fall League in their inaugural season!

GU11 NK Storm 00 (left top) took 1st place in the Puget Sound Premier League GU11 Copa division with 11 wins and 1 loss. The team actually clinched 3 weeks before season end. Storm displayed great sportsmanship, consistent improvement and will be promoted to the "classic" division in the next fall. WELL DONE STORM 00!

BU11 NK Ballistic 00 (left bottom) clinched the Puget Sound Premier League BU11 Classic Division Championship by beating the TFI Tecos in the final season game 1-0 in a tightly played, exciting match. Ballistic finished the season 10W-1L-1T Coach Rod Green remarked "these boys fought hard all season long to earn the No. 1 spot in the ranks. We couldn't be more proud of them!".  NKSC could not be more proud either. CONGRATS BALLISTIC!


Also of note in Fall League competition was BU18 NK Explosion 93 placing 3rd in WSYSA Division 1 State League, BU17 NK Storm 94 placing 3rd in PSPL Super League.

On the individual award side was 2011 NKSC Competitive Boys Coach of The Year - BU11 NK Ballistic 00 - Coach Rod Green  and 2011 Competitive Girls Coach of The Year - GU12 NK Intrepid 99 - Coach Mike Corey.

Congrats to all!
 

2011 Fall League (October 2011)
Should Have Played on Artificial Turf?



BU16 NK Dynamo enjoyed a causal afternoon wallowing in the mud and playing a little soccer too. 

Arriving at Janicki Field in Sedro-Woolley Dynamo knew the day would be a challenge after seeing their "field" more resembled a good place to 4-Wheel then play soccer.

It maybe wasn't soccer but it was sure FUN!
 

2011 Fall Girl's HS Season (October 2011)
GU15 NK Lady Norse Players Make Big HS Soccer Impact



Members of GU15 NK Lady Norse called a momentary truce to pose for photos in between JV and Varsity games between Kingston HS and North Kitsap HS recently.

In addition to these Norse players others are also playing for North Mason HS, Central Kitsap HS and Sequim HS teams.

FANTASTIC SHOWING LADIES!
 

2011 Summer Camps (August 2011)
Island Lake Rope Course for GU14 NK Blast 97



NK Blast 97 recently completed team building exercises at Island Lake. The event started with all players standing on a small tarp and then collectively figuring out how to turn over the tarp without any players ever touching the bare ground. In addition players successfully completed navigating elevated obstacles on the Ropes Confidence Course, including climbing, swinging and jumping onto the “spider web” of rope. Blast players had a great time building confidence and team camaraderie.

GU14 NK Blast 97 coached by Glen Godfrey will be competing in Dist 3 Fall League.

GOOD WORK BLAST!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
NKSC Dominant at the Bainbridge Island Cup

What a great end of August weekend for NKSC Competitive teams while supporting our neighbors in their inaugural Bainbridge Island Cup.

NKSC teams went 5 for 5 on Championship day with BU11 NK Ballistic, GU11 NK Storm, BU12 NK Asteroids, BU13 NK Inferno, and BU14 NK Comets all taking home the gold.

Add to that GU14 NK Blast 97 just missing the finals by a single point and our PCA team playing in some close games (1-2, 1-2, 0-0), GU13 NK Chaos and our Recreational team BU13 NK Lightning also playing tough but unfortunately did not advance.

Overall, NKSC had a combined tournament record of 19W, 10L and 3T. Asteroids, Inferno & Comets all swept their divisions. Storm & Ballistic both avenged their only pool play losses by beating those same teams in the final.

An extraordinary weekend for all NKSC teams. WELL DONE!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
Oops! Ballistic Did it Again



They did it again! In back to back tournaments, no less! BU-11 NK Ballistic 00 has one their second tournament championship brining home the gold at the Bainbridge Island Cup 2011. This is Ballistic's 2nd full field go around in their inaugural year with NKFC's Competitive program.

The first 2 wins in bracket play were a confidence booster. After a 7-1 loss to Storm King in game 3, Ballistic went home, regrouped and showed up ready to play in the finals, dealing Storm King a 2-0 loss that they didn't see coming.

Head Coach Rodney Green said, "Yesterday's loss against Storm King fired up the boys for today's match. They came to play and played with heart and perseverance. The 7-1 loss was not acceptable to them and they sent their message loud and clear with a shut out in the finals."

What a great way to finish the summer tournament season and roll right into the PSPL fall league season. WAY TO GO BALLISTIC!  Good luck in Fall league.
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
First Championship "Hardware" for GU11 NK Storm!



With steady improvement throughout only 3 months as a competitive team GU11 NK Storm '00 finished their summer tournament season on a high note as the 2011 Bainbridge Island Tournament Champions!

NK Storm was able to clinch a finals berth quickly with 2 wins in a row. Their third match against a physical Snohomish side ended in 0-2 loss with the rematch of the same 2 teams in the finals.

Coach Greg' St Peter's strategy was to come out hard against Snohomish hoping the team might be a little overconfident having just beat Storm. Storm came out quickly to 1-0 lead but then allowed a long, high shot by Snohomish to tie the game.

Storm stepped up their physical play and battled Snohomish even through overtime to send the match to shootouts to decide the Championship.

Kicks from the mark took 8 players to complete the win helped by outstanding goalie play by Maya Kraus who made 3 critical saves helping Storm avenge their earlier loss to Snohomish and to clinch the Championship!

Coach Greg remarked "This was ideal timing to win our first tournament. Our confidence is high and we're ready to start the fall season!".  GU11 will be playing in the Fall 2011 Puget Sound Premier League.

Congrats to Storm for their first "hardware", first Championship and a strong showing going into their season!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
Asteroids Rocket to the Island Cup Championship


The BU12 NK Asteroids entered the Bainbridge Island Cup and went undefeated as they captured the Gold Division  Championship.

Congrats to BU12 NK Asteroids for GREAT a tournament season end EFFORT.

Additionally, the Asteroids are looking forward to an overseas trip to England in early 2012 where they have some sightseeing and planned in-between their "friendlies" with some BU12 teams.

Read more about the trip here.

Before that, BU12 NK Asteroids will be playing in the Super Division of the Puget Sound Premier League this fall.

Good luck in Fall League Asteroids!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
Dynamo Stomps the Competition at Bigfoot



BU16 NK Dynamo '95 may have been the small town underdog at the recent Snohomish Bigfoot Tournament, but after they knocked off the number one seed to make it to the finals, Dynamo felt like top dog.

The match of the weekend was undoubtedly the come-from-behind win in extra time 2-1 in the semi-final against a team who had beaten them in their last tournament. With no loses and giving up only one goal this tournament Dynamo went into the final game with 2 wins and 2 ties.

Dynamo competed valiantly and strongly in the Finals against the Greater Renton team. With only a 1 1/2 hour break since the end of the semi-final Dynamo ultimately lost the final to GRFC 3-2 despite some very skilled play.

Coach, Dave Imperio, was very pleased with Dynamo's overall improvement of play and performance. The team has been working on a Brazilian style of play since summer camp, The players have taken it to heart and their hard work seemed to really make a difference in this tournament.

Dynamo is pumped and ready for action for this fall's PSPL league!  NICE JOB NK DYNAMO!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
NK Asteroids Clash at the Border Finalist



The Asteroids faced some stiff competition from Washington & Oregon accumulating 2Ws & 1T in pool play. The final was an exciting back and forth affair which included shots off the crossbar and a missed penalty kick by the host Washington Soccer Academy (WSA). WSA scored to end the game (golden-goal) about a minute into the second overtime.

CONGRATS to BU12 NK Inferno for a GREAT SHOWING!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
GU12 NK Intrepid on a Roll



By all accounts GU12 NK Intrepid is rolling along nicely during the summer tournament season. Only a few weeks after tallying their first finals showing at Federal Way the girls found themselves in a similar position at the South Mason Kickoff. 

Intrepid swept through bracket play on Friday and Saturday winning all 4 matches advancing them to the Finals on Sunday. There Intrepid met a rejuvenated South Kitsap team who they had previously beaten but found themselves down 0-3 with 15 mins left in the game. With renewed energy and determination Intrepid, lead by a hat trick by Maia Larsen, scored from a corner kick, another on a rebound and finally tied the score on a breakaway sending the finals match into overtime. South Kitsap scored the championship goal shortly into overtime.

HATS OFF to GU12 NK Intrepid for another fantastic showing! Congrats to all the girls for your hard work and to Maia for your hat trick!  NICE JOB LADIES!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
Ballistic Rockets Away at Blast Off



In a sweeping victory  BU11 NK Ballistic 00 won their first full-field tournament at the Federal Way Blast Off 2011. Winning 2 and tying one in bracket play, Ballistic advanced to the finals where they avenged their tie beating Sparta 2-1 for the championship. The boys are very excited to sport their first tournament medals and they are hoping to have more to follow. They are also very excited and looking forward to their next tournament, the Bainbridge Island Cup in late August. The team is coached by Rodney Green.  WELL DONE Ballistic. Keep working hard!

 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
A Promise Kept



Promising nothing less than a championship from their participation in the Federal Way Blastoff tournament, BU12 NK Asteroids made good capturing the gold. This championship was particularly special not because of their brash pre-tournament assertion but because it was dedicated to Betsy Sustad.

Betsy is the mother of Asteroid player Peter Sustad and is currently battling cancer. The team wore pink shirts (Betsy’s favorite color) that said “We kick it for Betsy” for the entire tournament then presented teammate Peter and his mom with the Championship Plaque after the win.

God's speed Betsy! North Kitsap Soccer Club is in your corner!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
GU12 NK Intrepid Breaks Through



GU12 NK Intrepid earned their first piece of "hardware" by placing GU12 Runner Up at Federal Way Blast Off.

Intrepid won 1-0 against the Federal Way Strikers to start the tournament. After losing to Vancouver Thunder 1-5 and some post-game "prompting" by Coach Mike Corey, Intrepid bounced back beating Kent United White decisively 7-1.  The win launched Intrepid into the final vs the Vancouver Thunder again.

The finals were a much different story then the first time the teams met. Coach Mike remarked, "the girls played really tough the whole game and despite a few important calls that did not go our way we had a great chance to win. Ultimately we came up a bit short 3-2. I am very proud of the girls for giving it their all. Both the girls and I truly believed we could have won."

WAY TO GO NK INTREPID 99! Keep up the great play - LOVE your new uniforms! 
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (August 2011)
One Last Championship Before HS for Lady Norse



After coming up a bit short this summer at the Snohomish Invitational and the Western Border Cup in Idaho, GU15 Lady Norse got back to their winning ways at Marysville Strawberry Classic. Following a slow 2-1 start on Fri., Lady Norse got hot with 2 (3-0) shutouts and a 2-0 shutout in the final vs SSC Patriots. Defense sparkled as the team finally came together on all cylinders to win their last tournament of the summer. The girls will now split up for high school soccer. Coach Kurt and Steve wish them the best of luck and success in that endeavor and expect to come bask together for Winter League  GREAT JOB LADY NORSE! Rock the HS world!
 

2011 Community Support (July 2011)
Comets and Asteroids Whaling Days Runners



Members of the BU14 NK Comets and BU12 NK Asteroids take a picture break after suppoting a community event as Whaling Days Fun Run participants in Silverdale.
 

2011 Summer Camp (July 2011)
Little Norway Takes on Some Brazilian Flair



For the second time in recent years NKSC welcomed BFUT- Instituto Brasileiro de Futebol to Little Norway to conduct a 4 day, 32 total hour player and coach immersion into Brazilian football training techniques. BU15 & BU16 Coach Dave Imperio organized this outstanding training opportunity.

Coach Dave's BU15 NK Explosion 96 and BU16 NK Dynamo 95 along with players from GU13 NK Chaos 98 and a few others experienced intense conditioning, perspiration, motivation and inspiration with some dry wit thrown in.

"Educator” Thedeu Goncalves brought his Brazilian passion, compassion, discipline, and focus to our budding soccer stars. The players were amazed at how Thedeu emphasized the small but very important aspects of dribbling, passing and ball control, balance and rhythm. At camp end the players were exhausted but know now that the limits they face are of their own making.

In addition to player training Coaches Brazilian licensing training was also conducted to which 5 NKSC staff members are expected to certify once they complete and submit their final project.
 
On the final day of training, the players signed a framed group photo and presented it to Thedeu with many thanks and an invitation to return to Poulsbo in the future.  SUPER JOB NKSC!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (June 2011)
NK Inferno 98 Torches Baker Blast



Facing teams from Canada and WYS Regional clubs BU13 NK Inferno torched the fields taking the BU13 Copa Division Championship at Baker Blast.

With only a handful of practices under their belts but coming off a successful Fall League Championship Coach Aaron said the team "really played phenomenally". He was particularly impressed noting the way they "maintained possession, passed and worked the ball down the field was something to see. Our defense was stifling."

The newest Inferno players have fit right in and two of the three even scored. NK Inferno ended up their Championship weekend averaging 2 goals per game with a 4W-0L-1T record with 10 GF and 4 GA.

Coach Aaron praised his team "I'm extremely proud of these boys!"

Keep Up the Great Work NK Inferno!
 

2011 Summer Tournaments (May 2011)
NK Explosion 96 Rocks at Starfire



BU15 NK Explosion advanced to the finals and finished in second place at the 2011 Memorial Day Tournament at Starfire.

In doing so Explosion dispensed with their cross-county rivals from Tracyton with a 2-1 win lead by Explosion's ODP player Raul De Luna leading off the scoring and Eric Imperio burying the game winning goal. Alex Worland was outstanding in goal, and had many great saves. As a team every Explosion player contributed. Coach Dave commented "I always knew that we were the better team and today we proved it".

The final game showed Explosion’s spirit and determination. Coach Dave's final comment was "I am proud to be NK Explosion 96's coach, win or lose we are the greatest team!"

CONGRATS NK EXPLOSION NKSC's first tournament finalist of 2011!  Keep 'em com'in!
 

2011 Olympic Development Program (May 2011)
Raul Deluna is the Second NKFC State ODP Player

Raul Deluna of the 2011 BU15 NK Explosion has been selected for the WYS 97 State Elite Player pool and regional traveling team of the Olympic Development Program (ODP).

The has started practicing and played their first tournament on 20 May. Raul is an outstanding kid, student, soccer player, and also helps at his mom's restaurant in Poulsbo.

Congrats BU15 NK Explosion player Raul Deluna for this outstanding accomplishment! 

 

2011 Tryouts (May 2011)
2011 Tryouts Wrap Up with Another Bang!

By all accounts to 2011 NKFC Tryouts completed with another bang. For the 4th straight year we added teams, increased average per team tryout registrants, overall numbers of players accepted saw great talent gains up and down the age groups.

NKFC looks forward to another successful year!

Know there is always a small amount of player movement throughout the year. If you are interested in joining a team after tryouts or for more information about our 2011 teams and highly accredited all volunteer staff click here.  
 

2011 Spring League (April 2011)
Coach Dave Imperio Slams USCS Spring League

Interim Spring Coach Dave Imperio (left) and 2011 Coach Geoff Trivers mug it up with the 2011 Puget Sound Premier League Spring GU12 Champions NK Chaos. CONGRATS Ladies!

Coach Dave Imperio guided his hot running BU14 NK Explosion team to Runner-Up honors in the Puget Sound Premier League Spring league posting a 5W-2L-1T record.

But also most impressive, Coach Dave also volunteered to coach GU12 NK Chaos whose coach moved from the area. Not to miss a beat Coach Dave and Assistant (and now current Chaos coach) Geoff Trivers helped the talented players of GU12 NK Chaos win the PSPL GU12 Classic League Championship with a 7W-0L-1T record.

Congrats to some very talented BU14 & GU12 teams!  Also special THANK YOU to Coach Dave Imperio for a great spring season and showing that great NKSC dedication and commitment when there was a need!
 

2011 USCS Spring League (March 2011)
Girl's Can Play in the Rain Too!



Not to be out done by the mud and wet field of BU12 & BU14 tryouts on 13 March, GU12 NK Chaos 98 takes a rest at halftime during their home match the same day. Despite the monsoon rain Chaos fought hard against their USCS Spring League opponents ISC Gunners A. Even with the heavy rain and cool temps the girls managed a 2-2- tie before retreating to their warmer and driers homes for a quieter Sunday.  Congrats girls!

 

2011 College Visit (February 2011)
Explosion Lands at Evergreen State



Fresh off the heals of a College Showcase tournament in Oregon, NK Explosion was invited to Evergreen state College in Olympia.  The team received a campus tour then got to do some training with the Evergreen State Coach and players.  Many of the Explosion team are investigating their college playing options for Fall 2012.
 

2010 Player Honors (December 2010)
BU13 NK Comets' Henry Baldwin to State Elite Player Pool

Congrats BU13 NK Comets player Henry Baldwin for making the State Elite Player Pool! 

This is the first step towards competing regionally as a member of the WA State BU13 team.  The team will play their first "friendly' in February as the State coaching staff continues evaluation towards their next selection of the BU13 traveling team.

Henry is a impact player for NK Comets, one of the top BU13 teams in WA State. The Comets who competed successfully in England last spring also play in the Puget Sound Premier League.

 GREAT JOB Henry! You make NKSC proud!
 

2010 Tournaments (September 2010)
Tournament Champs X2 for BU17 NK Explosion

NK Explosion 93 ended their tournament season with 2 championships. The first came at Bigfoot, with the team claiming the title over five other contenders - SSC Faridnia, West Sound-Wedge, Storm 93, ISC Arsenal and SHSC Revolution. Most recently, the Starfire Labor Day tournament was their final tournament of the season. BU17 placed first ahead of Crossfire Select - Mercado, Dos FC 93 Red, Eastside FC White, SHSC Revolution and Eastside FC Red. The Fall season starts on September 11 with them competing in US Club Soccer's Puget Sound Premier League Super Division. Fantastic Tournament season BU17 NK Explosion!
 

2010 Tournaments (August 2010)
The "Moose" was Loose in Chilliwack, BC!

When the Chilliwack Soccer tournament brackets were published, NK Lady Norse found themselves misnamed to the Lady "Moose", much to the amusement of all. Although this was a source of jokes and endless needling throughout the tournament, the Canadians found Lady "Moose" soccer to be no laughing matter.

Despite being one year older and similarly bigger, the Canadian teams could not match Lady Norse's physical style and endurance, as the Norse went undefeated in the round robin play.

They met Yukon Strikers in the final, a team that traveled 1400 miles south from Whitehorse, Yukon Territories to attend the event. Lady Norse dispatched them in the final 5-1, winning their second tournament in two weeks and appearing in the finals in in 10 tournaments dating back 2 years.

Besides having fun on the pitch, North Kitsap families had a wonderful end of summer trip to the gorgeous Chilliwack/Cultus Lake region of British Columbia that they will long remember.

 

2010 Tournaments (August 2010)
Lady Norse Plunders Their Way to Shoreline Title Defense



After earning two consecutive Runner's Up at Viking Cup and most recently Yakima Mid Summer Classic, Lady Norse was determined to defend their 2009 championship at Shoreline Soccer classic.

They did so successfully in a 3-0 victory in the final over Rush Classic.

With this accomplishment Lady Norse have now been to the Finals of their last 9 tournaments, with 5 championships and 4 runners up stretching back to 2008.

Next up for Lady Norse is an Int'l trip to the Chilliwack Youth Soccer Tournament in British Columbia where they will play up an age group in the silver division. Keep it rolling Norse!

 

2010 Tournaments (August 2010)
Federal Way Blast Off Launches GU13 NK Blast 97




GU13 NK Blast 97 went into the Federal Way Blast Off expecting some good competition. What they received was unexpected, a slot in upper competitive GU13 bracket!

Making the best of it Coach Cheryl Fogg challenged her team to compete. "They were placed in a bracket above where we wanted to be and unfortunately did not advance to the finals. But they really played well at times and there were a lot of small rewards in every game. I was really proud of them and you can be too as they always play very hard and represent NKSC well."

Blast went 0W-2L-1T but regardless, the team proved to themselves they can compete very well against tough opponents. This confidence will serve them well in the future.

Keep up the good work NK Blast 97!

 

2010 USCS Nationals (July 2010)
US Club Soccer National Cup Bound - Support BU17 NK Explosion



BU17 NK Explosion accepts a $2000 donation from NKSC in a show of support for their trip to US Club Soccer National Cup IX.

Through their hard work and perseverance BU17 NK Explosion earned a berth in US Club Soccer National Cup IX in Virginia Beach, VA during the weekend of 30 July.

Their unprecedented achievement is a first for NKSC and BU17 NK Explosion makes our club proud.

The team continues to scramble to fundraise to help offset the near $17,000 short notice costs for airfare, hotels and meals.

In addition to the Club donation above NK Explosion needs your support.  Please consider helping to defray these costs by making a donation to BU17 NK Explosion at the NKSC Store here.

GOOD LUCK NK EXPLOSION!

 

2010 Tournaments (July 2010)
NK Dynamo Runners Up at KITG




BU15 NK Dynamo won 4-2, 3-0, then tied 1-1 advancing as the number one seed into the BU15 Finals at Tumwater Kick In The Grass. Dynamo was winning 2-0 at half, was tied at the end of regulation and unfortunately lost in overtime.

However, the team is noticeably stronger and more mature in 2010, competing very well as they are more consistently putting themselves in positions to win. NK Dynamo will be playing in a highly competitive US Club Soccer Puget Sound Premier League in the fall against some of the best teams and clubs in the state.

The team and players are progressing well. Coach Herb and Assistant Dave are very proud of these boys as they fought hard all weekend and continue to impress! NICE Job BU15 NK Dynamo!
 

2010 Tournaments (July 2010)
BU12 NK Inferno Heats 'Em Up at KITG



Sporting all smiles, BU12 NK Inferno scores their first tournament championships at Tumwater Kick In The Grass. The boys are developing their individual and team skills nicely and are coming together as a team.

CONGRATS NK INFERNO!
 

2010 Tournaments (July 2010)
Chaos @ Kick In The Grass - Team Support Africa



The GU12 NK Chaos team placed Runner Up at the Tumwater Kick in the Grass Tournament. Great showing for an up and coming team.

Also, find an article regarding the collection of 'gently used' soccer shoes and shin guards being collected for needy children in South Africa where GU12 NK Chaos player Ainsly MacKenzie and her brother BU14 NK Explosion player Aubrey, are featured. <here> (Also se farther below for more info)

GREAT JOB NK CHAOS!
 

2010 Tournaments (July 2010)
"Little" Explosion - BU14 Kick In The Grass Champions!
 

NK Explosion 96 dominated at the Kick in the Grass tournament despite an unlucky beginning. Starting keeper Alex Worland sustained a cracked wrist during first game warm-ups. Coach Dave Imperio confidently exclaimed "We will be OK. We have our back up keeper and he is ready!". Back up Alex Blanchard, new to both the keeper position and competitive soccer, stepped in and with the aid of his teammates did not coincide one goal.  Alex and NK Explosion shut out every opponent while on the attack Explosion scored a total of 22 goals with 11 separate players scoring goals! NK Explosion's next tournament is Sky River in Monroe, WA.  CONGRATS BU14!
 

2010 USCS Regionals (June 2010)
BU17 NK Explosion - USCS National Tournament Bound!



Our BU17 NK Explosion just finished playing in the US CLUB Regional IX National Tournament at 60 Acres achieving the highest honor of any NKSC team ever, a US National Tournament birth!

The  boys played some great soccer winning the Premier Division Championship with a 5-0-0 record while accumulating 16 GF and only 6 GA).

This win qualifies BU17 to play in the USCS National Championship tournament July 30th in Virginia Beach, Virginia, where the winner will be crowned the National Champion.

Playing some talented teams their wins included: 
                          3-0 over Missoula Strikers
                          4-3 over NW Nationals (PDL) (previous State Champions)
                          6-2 over Tynecastle FC
                          1-0 over Westside Metros( Oregon - Semi -final)
                          2-1 over Crossfire Premier (PDL) (Finals)

BU17 NK Explosion will turn their energy towards fundraising to try to bankroll their trip that is quickly approaching.
 

2010 Tournaments (June 2010)
Comets Clash At the Border Champs


Despite needing to cover his bloodshot and watery eyes from sustained sobbing due to is homeland England's early departure from the World Cup, BU13 NK Comets Coach Pip Thompson (in sunglasses above) managed to guide his talented team to the BU13 Championship at the Clash at the Boarder tournament.

NK Comets continue to compete mightily and are developing into a highly competitive team that will undoubtedly give their Puget Sound Premier League opponents a good run in fall league. WELL DONE to the NK Comets!
 

2010 Tournaments (June 2010)
BU14 NK Explosion Takes Off at Baker Blast



Two tournaments, 2 second place finished for BU14 NK Explosion. Fresh off the awards stand at Viking Cup, NK Explosion '96 battled hard and successfully to capture Runner Up honors for the BU14 division at Baker Blast in Bellingham. Ryan Zuzelski's exciting header goal in the second half of the final tied the game forcing an overtime decision. Overall the team is playing wonderfully and developing into quite a formidable side.

Pictured are Lucas Sweeney, Alex Blanchard, Eric Imperio, Alex Worland, Brady Pierce, Jose Ramirez, Brian Duran, Deondre Sluys, Raul Deluna, Miles Sustad, Steven Stottlemyer, Alex Barrett, Ryan Zuzelski, Zach Klopp, Coach Dave Imperio and Coach David Bailey.

Also, find an article regarding the collection of 'gently used' soccer shoes and shin guards being collected for needy children in South Africa where BU14 NK Explosion player Aubrey MacKenzie and his sister, GU12 NK Chaos player Ainsly, are featured. <here> (Also se farther below for more info)

Congrats to NK Explosion!
 

2010 International Out Reach (June 2010)
NKSC Supports South African Soccer Effort


GU12 NK Chaos 98 and BU14 NK Explosion 96 have teamed up for a noble cause. One in which you can help.

They have started a collection of 'gently used' soccer shoes and shin guards for needy children in South Africa.

University of Washington students will be spending time in South Africa to improve a soccer field in the city of Soweto and will take your generous donations to South Africa in August. 


Donations can be dropped off in a specially labeled box at THE ZONE Sportsplex in Poulsbo thru July 23rd.  Please help.  Please contribute.

Also find a North Kitsap Herald article on the subject where BU14 NK Explosion player Aubrey MacKenzie and his sister, GU12 NK Chaos player Ainsly are featured. <here>
 

2010 Tournaments - Viking Cup (May 2010)
First Wins and a Viking Cup Championship for BU11


Playing for the first time as a team, the BU-11 NK Asteroids win their first matches and a championship to boot!.  The Asteroids swept all opponents following up their undefeated preliminary round with a 3-1 win over the Kitsap Pumas to win the BU11 bracket becoming BU11 Viking Cup Champions!.  Great job guys!
 

2010 Tryouts (May 2010)
2010 Tryouts - ANOTHER Great Success!

Thanks to everyone for another successful 2010 tryouts as we averaged nearly 24 players per team during tryouts!

Our teams again are receiving some very talented players from all over the county and even have some players traveling from as far away as across the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, Port Angeles and Jefferson County to play for our teams.
 
From State Champions and those participating in every State Cup to in-state, regional (Idaho, California, Oregon) and international travel (England) locations, our teams are again looking forward to competing in leagues from the highest in WA State through age and developmentally appropriate leagues for our younger teams.

Our talented players continue to make up the core of local HS Varsity soccer programs and our most accomplished have even gone on to play and excel in college.

Most importantly NKSC does all this with the highest qualified volunteer coaching staff on the western peninsula for the lowest cost and NO MONTHLY per player coaches fees!  As mentioned by one parent "....NK Competitive is youth soccer's best kept secret!".

We welcome all out 2010 NK Competitive Players!
 

- BU12 NK Comets - Runner Up
- GU14 NK Blast - Elimination Round
- BU14 NK Dynamo - Elimination Round
- GU12 NK Blast

 

- BU15 NK Vikings - Quarterfinalist
- BU17 NK Havoc - Quarterfinalist
- GU17 NK Fuego United - Elimination Round
- GU16 NK Chaos - Quarterfinalist
- BU13 NK Explosion - Semi Finalist








- BU16 NK Explosion
 

2009 Fall League (December 2009)
NKSC Teams Stand Out In Fall League

Congratulations to:
- BU17 NK Havoc 92 - WYS State League Division 3 Runner Up
- BU12 NK Comets 97 - Dist 3 Gold Platinum Runner Up
- GU16 NK Fuego United - CYL Runner Up (Spring 2009)
 

2009 High School Soccer (November 2009)
NK Competitive Players Stand Out in High School

Congratulations to our 5 NK Competitive players who received post season All Olympic League and All Kitsap selections recently.

Tatum Larsen - 5th year player for GU17 NK Fuego United. Junior at KHS, Midfielder, Olympic League Honorable Mention

Jennifer Grauberger - 3rd year player for GU17 NK GU17 Fuego United. Junior at Port Townsend HS, Defender, Olympic League Honorable Mention

Rachel Fisk - 6th year player with GU16 NK Chaos. Sophomore at NKHS, Defender, All Kitsap and Olympic League Honorable Mention

Lindsey Foster - 2 years with NK Phoenix &  5th year with GU16 NK Chaos. Sophomore at NKHS, Defender/Midfielder, All Kitsap and Olympic League Honorable Men

Sara Nash - 6th year playing for GU16 NK Chaos. Sophomore at KHS, Goal Keeper. Olympic League Honorable Mention

WELL DONE Ladies!
 

2009 College Soccer (November 2009)
Skelly, Prevost, Troka & Catania Create Quite a Stir in the NCAA

Four NKSC alumni Stephanie Skelly, Steve Prevost, John Troka and Bobby Catania created quite a stir for their respective college teams in 2009.

Skelly (NK Fuego United 88) was selected Northwest Conference (NWC) First Team All Star for the Willamette University (Salem, OR) Bearcats. She is a sophomore midfielder/striker who lead the Bearcats n scoring with 6 goals, 3 game winning on their way to a 3rd place conference finish.

Not to be outdone Prevost (NK Villa) was named NWAACC West Division Most Valuable Player and First Team All Star while playing for the West Regional League Champion Pirates of Peninsula College (Port Angeles, WA). Prevost, a sophomore central defender, finished with 1 goal and 4 assists and most importantly led a back line that gave up only 11 goals in conference play, including three shutouts.

His Pirate teammates Troka (6 goals, 8 assists) and Catania (3 goals 2 assists) represented NKSC and their club team NK Fusion quite well also contributing to Peninsula's success with a post season playoff run to the quarterfinals of the Championship tournament.

Congrats to these successful NKSC alumni student athletes!

For more info about playing in college see: College Info & NK Alumi
 

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
GU12 NK Blast 97 at Kitsap Kick Off

This summer GU12 NK Blast 97 honed their skills at the Tyee, Blast Off and Kitsap Kick Off tournaments. Fearing no one, they took on premier through recreational teams alike and played marvelously!
Team members include: Marissa Bullard, Catherine Doyal, Ella Dwyer, Kader Green, Madeline Hendricks, Emily Holt, Noelle Houpt, Kayla Koch, Victoria LaFontaine, Molly Lemmon, Samantha Marcotte, Madison Skansi, Shelby Sundquist, Hannah Weaver, Allie Zinn and Samantha Luna Patterson

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
First "Hardware" for GU11 NK Chaos 98!

GU11 NK Chaos 98 brings honor to the "Chaos" namesake by taking home Runner Up honors at the Kitsap Kickoff in Port Orchard.  Congrats to the girls on winning "hardware" in their first season of competitive play!
 

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
Second Summer Championship for NK Comets

BU12 NK Comets 97 took first place at the 2009 Kitsap Kickoff. The Comets were 4W-0L and conceded only a single goal during the tournament. Their conditioning and endurance were tested playing 3 games on Sunday, including winning the Final, just a little over one hour after the previous game. Nice job Comets. Keep up the hard work!
 

2009 Community Service (August 2009)
NK Blast 95 Gets Busy Off The Field

As was done in recent years, Coach Aaron Vernik believes it is very important for his team to give back to our community. This year the players from GU14 NK Blast 95 volunteered a few hours of their off field time at our local Fishline to help staff stuff backpacks full of school supplies they will give away to local schoolchildren. We are proud of you NK Blast!
 

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
Explosion "Big" Champs at Bigfoot


BU16 NK Explosion 93 came home with a second summer tournament championship at the Snohomish Bigfoot tournament. Explosion wracked up a 2W-0L-1T record in bracket play with notable successes over the PDL Snohomish (2-0W) and cross town rival West Sound (2-2T) sides to advance. The championship game saw Explosion again defeat Snohomish by the same score.  CONGRATS EXPLOSION! Good luck in State League competition.
 

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
BU17 NK Havoc Kicks It at Bigfoot


NK Havoc came home with well deserved Runner Up honors in the very competitive "gold" division at Snohomish Bigfoot tournament. Havoc's accomplishments this summer have helped qualify them to play in the WA State Div 2 league this fall. CONGRATS HAVOC!
 

2009 Tournaments (August 2009)
Three Championships in a Row for GU13 NK Lady Norse!


After being bumped by Bigfoot tournament, Lady Norse trumped the weekend by entering then winning the Shoreline Classic!  Norse won a very challenging round robin then played a strong Westside United team to a 1-1 tie in the final winning in a shootout 3-2 for their third consecutive tourney championship of the summer.

Lady Norse players are: Jessica Jelcick, Taylor Vadset, Arianna Griffel, Melissa Hamblet, Paige Lawson, Hailey Stokes, Audrey Thacker, Shelby McKean Emma Keeling, Emily Hammermeister, Katie Keller, Lexie Benjamin, Katherine Shafer, Amanda Turley

Way to Go Lady's!
 

2009 Team Camps (July 2009)
NK Explosion 96 - Kicks it up at Ft. Worden


Coach Dave Imperio knows that building teamwork takes more than just showing up for weekly practices, games and tournaments. This year, BU13 NK Explosion 96 has a new mix of players and coaches. To help the team get to know each other better, work on skills and have a great time - Dave quickly put together a 3 day soccer camp at Ft. Worden. The schedule was a full one and ran from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. The activities included plenty of soccer mixed with a lot of fun. Parent volunteers helped chaperone and support the 3-day event. The weather was perfect and a great time was had by all. It was a huge success and Coach Dave is already planning for next year!

 

2009 Tournaments (July 2009)
NK Chaos "Kick in the Grass" Champs


NK Chaos '93 were GU16 tournament champs at Tumwater Kick in the Grass. Chaos went 2W -0L - 1T in the preliminary round and played SSFC '93 from Olympia (the team they we tied in prelims) in the Final. Chaos scored an early goal and held on to win a very physical game. Chaos outscored their opponents 6 -1 throughout the weekend. It was a great follow up to their Runner-Up finish at Baker Blast 3 weeks prior. Their next tournament is Marysville Strawberry Classic in late July.

Members of the championship team are: Sammy Borson, Alexa Ekonomakis, Rachel Fisk, Lindsey Foster, Elizabeth Lawrence, Whitney Martin, Audrey McHugh, Kristi Mellum, Naomi Morgan, Teresa Morrell, Sara Nash, Sydnie Pecosky, Marilyn Prosser, Sam Trevino, Brooke Tschida & Jocelynn Wright.

 

2009 Tournaments (July 2009)
GU13 NK Lady Norse 96 GU14 "King of the Hill"


GU13 NK Lady Norse makes it two championships in a row winning the GU14 bracket at King of the Hill tournament in Puyallup. Despite placement in the GU14 division and having to play 3 games in 16 hours, Lady Norse won all 5 games by a combined score of 27-2 including 3 shutouts to take home the championship. KEEP UP THE GREAT PLAY!

A bitter sweet weekend, sadly Lady Norse bid farewell to their 2008 MVP Kelsey O'brien and her dad Assistant Coach Tim who are moving to Texas. You guys will be missed!

 

2009 Tournaments (July 2009)
BU12 NK Comets First Tournament Championship


The BU12 NK Comets 97 won their first tournament championship at the 2009 Kent Cornucopia Cup.  After a first game draw, the Comets won 4 straight games, finishing with a 3-2 thriller win over the unbeaten ST Gallos.  Overall, the Comets scored 17 goals, while conceding only 4. GREAT JOB BOYS!

 

2009 Tournaments (July 2009)
NK Explosion BU16 Competing Well at the Highest Levels

NK Explosion 93 earned a spot in the final four of the Super Group at the US Club Soccer National Collegiate Tournament in Burlington. Not a single goal was given up heading into the semifinal round. They won their division by defeating the Northwest Nationals B93 Red (2-0) and the Eugene Metro Futbol Club 93 Fusion ( 5-0). They played a hard fought scoreless match against Crossfire Premier B93A Leeming, to finish in the top spot. Unfortunately, they lost in a close 2-1 match in the semifinal round against the Tynecastle FC 93 team. Next up for the team is a trip to the Pacific Coast Challenge and the Snohomish Bigfoot Tournament in August.  Go Explosion!

 

2009 Tournaments (June 2009)
GU13 NK Lady Norse Gets Hot at Skagit Firecracker

GU13 Lady Norse started the tournament season with a Championship at Skagit Firecracker.  After losing to Washington Rush in the round robin 2-1, they met again in the championship game where the Norse emerged victorious in a nail biter 3-2.  Their goal differential over the entire weekend as 16 GF and 4 GA. Check out the Lady Norse pre-game cheer.  Way to Rock-It Lady Norse!

 

2009 Tryouts (May 2009)
NKSC Competitive Tryouts Set New Record

The NKSC Competitive Program 2009 tryouts are complete and we had another record year averaging over 25 players per team tryout!

Our highly qualified ALL VOLUNTEER Staff and teams highlighted by the 2008 GU15 State Cup Champion NK Chaos, 2008 BU15 Washington State Premier 1 League Champions NK Explosion are forming and ready to get started.

Teams are planning summer tournament play, training on our great fields and continuing our fine tradition of developing players for league, HS and college. 

Even though tryouts are complete teams occasionally need additional players throughout the year. If you are interested in finding out more about a team contact them directly.

Reminder that we have a low per player registration fee, $0 monthly coaches fees, and no club/league mandated year round schedule.

The NKSC Competitive Staff is excited for our 2009 season!