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    #16
    It just may work, but there will need to be a major shake up in the management/coaching at Largo before players/teams look at coming. Just because they are under TBU's umbrella will not matter if you still have the same director and coaching staff. I wouldn't expect great movement this year until players and parents see how things are going to progress.

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      #17
      Wow, this effectively buries Celtic in the Largo area, they now become 2nd fiddle.

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        #18
        Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
        This is a game changer for Largo, so many people have left because of AS, I would expect a large percentage to come back. TBU West is a huge get for Largo, especially when every other club outside of Strictly in the area is relegated to playing in the USA League.
        This is not about the USA league. TBU will offer many league. If your player is good enough to play on one of the higher teams then they will not play in the USA league. If your kid is still developing and does not make a top team (3rd, 4th,...) there is still the possibility that they will play USA.

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          #19
          Say goodbye to Everton, PCU, Celtic and Strictly.

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            #20
            Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
            Say goodbye to Everton, PCU, Celtic and Strictly.
            Can we say good bye to you?

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              #21
              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
              It just may work, but there will need to be a major shake up in the management/coaching at Largo before players/teams look at coming. Just because they are under TBU's umbrella will not matter if you still have the same director and coaching staff. I wouldn't expect great movement this year until players and parents see how things are going to progress.
              There will be 1 DOC for the girls (GF) and 1 DOC for the boys (ML) and 1 DOC for DA (JH). all others will report to these DOC's. So Sal is out of the DOC position.

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                #22
                Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                There will be 1 DOC for the girls (GF) and 1 DOC for the boys (ML) and 1 DOC for DA (JH). all others will report to these DOC's. So Sal is out of the DOC position.
                Does this mean that the premier and elite teams will train at Ed Radice and the select and classic teams will train at their respective campuses? Lets say there are better players for a certain age group at Largo does that mean they still travel to Tampa?

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                  #23
                  Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                  Does this mean that the premier and elite teams will train at Ed Radice and the select and classic teams will train at their respective campuses? Lets say there are better players for a certain age group at Largo does that mean they still travel to Tampa?
                  Also, if there are enough quality players can there be 2 select or premier teams?

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                    #24
                    I expect this thing coming. It's all about AS making sure his kid has a future. I expect the deal of having the kid have a sure slot in TBU's DA, and top team, and tournament play. IN exchange of what TBU wants to do with Largo. AS would move mountains for the kid, and this is just as consistent as what I expected from him.

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                      #25
                      This is the email that was sent out to TBU parents.

                      This is the email that was sent out to TBU parents.


                      Largo United To Become TBU West

                      Announcement

                      Dear Club Member,
                      Contact: Al Sousa or Eric Sims- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
                      Email: luscdoc@yahoo.com or esims@tbusc.com April 23, 2014
                      Press Release: Tampa Bay United and Largo United Soccer Club Merge

                      Tampa Bay United and Largo United Soccer Club are pleased to announce that effective for the tryout period beginning May 2014 the two clubs will merge their respective competitive soccer programs for boys and girls. Largo United will join Tampa Bay United as TBU-WEST. This merger between two like-minded clubs that focus on technical and tactical development of youth players at every level will expand the player pool and regional footprint of TBU opening up the opportunity for Pinellas County players.
                      The merger will now provide access to Pinellas county players a place to join a growing pool of high-level teams that have been historically produced by TBU. Largo United will provide an additional well-established coaching staff, top rated facilities and several teams that have had significant success in recent years. It is about providing the best professional environment for players of all competencies in the Tampa Bay Area, not just about college placement or trophies.
                      The merger will focus on the competitive teams only with Largo United continuing to operate a full-scale recreational program beginning August 2014.
                      Al Sousa, Executive Director of Largo United, said “ this merger is timely on many fronts and will serve and provide a platform for Pinellas county players to have access to one of the most successful clubs in recent years.” The merger will provide access to current TBU coaching staff, leagues, TBU’s college program and much more. Sousa adds, “ We anticipate making a huge impact on the Pinellas side of the Bay Area with the merger of our respective clubs.”
                      Tampa Bay United competes in the U.S. Developmental Academy, USYS National League, R3PL, National Premier League, CDL League, FSPL, & USA League.
                      “Largo United has a long-standing tradition of developing players and running their soccer club with high standards and professionalism. They possess similar core values and philosophies as it pertains to player development and the way a club should operate. We are extremely excited to have this organization as part of the Tampa Bay United family.” said Eric Sims, TBU Executive Director.
                      The merger will create teams playing out of the three sites, TBU –North (Ed Radice Complex) , TBU – South (Monroe Middle) and TBU –West (formally Largo United) at the Belcher Rd Soccer Complex.
                      TBU will continue with its present team format of Premier, Elite, Select, and Classic level teams for age groups u13 through u19s boys and girls. Premier and Elite level teams will train at all TBU locations. All Select and Classic level teams as well as all U9 – U12 teams will train at their geographical sites North, South and West respectively.
                      In order to provide additional information regarding the merger structure and how each site will function an Informational Presentation meeting will be held on May 19, 2014 at Abundant Life Ministries in Largo.
                      A coordinated tryout schedule is being formalized and will be published for all age groups and teams, by site and will be displayed on each clubs website.
                      This merger is subject to the approval of Florida State Youth Soccer Association.
                      Questions and additional information regarding the merger please contact either Eric Sims or Al Sousa.
                      Eric Sims
                      Tampa Bay United
                      Executive Director

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                        #26
                        Hell yeah baby. All the uneducated TS idiots can eat sh&t. It's a done deal....

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                          #27
                          Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                          This is the email that was sent out to TBU parents.


                          Largo United To Become TBU West

                          Announcement

                          Dear Club Member,
                          Contact: Al Sousa or Eric Sims- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
                          Email: luscdoc@yahoo.com or esims@tbusc.com April 23, 2014
                          Press Release: Tampa Bay United and Largo United Soccer Club Merge

                          Tampa Bay United and Largo United Soccer Club are pleased to announce that effective for the tryout period beginning May 2014 the two clubs will merge their respective competitive soccer programs for boys and girls. Largo United will join Tampa Bay United as TBU-WEST. This merger between two like-minded clubs that focus on technical and tactical development of youth players at every level will expand the player pool and regional footprint of TBU opening up the opportunity for Pinellas County players.
                          The merger will now provide access to Pinellas county players a place to join a growing pool of high-level teams that have been historically produced by TBU. Largo United will provide an additional well-established coaching staff, top rated facilities and several teams that have had significant success in recent years. It is about providing the best professional environment for players of all competencies in the Tampa Bay Area, not just about college placement or trophies.
                          The merger will focus on the competitive teams only with Largo United continuing to operate a full-scale recreational program beginning August 2014.
                          Al Sousa, Executive Director of Largo United, said “ this merger is timely on many fronts and will serve and provide a platform for Pinellas county players to have access to one of the most successful clubs in recent years.” The merger will provide access to current TBU coaching staff, leagues, TBU’s college program and much more. Sousa adds, “ We anticipate making a huge impact on the Pinellas side of the Bay Area with the merger of our respective clubs.”
                          Tampa Bay United competes in the U.S. Developmental Academy, USYS National League, R3PL, National Premier League, CDL League, FSPL, & USA League.
                          “Largo United has a long-standing tradition of developing players and running their soccer club with high standards and professionalism. They possess similar core values and philosophies as it pertains to player development and the way a club should operate. We are extremely excited to have this organization as part of the Tampa Bay United family.” said Eric Sims, TBU Executive Director.
                          The merger will create teams playing out of the three sites, TBU –North (Ed Radice Complex) , TBU – South (Monroe Middle) and TBU –West (formally Largo United) at the Belcher Rd Soccer Complex.
                          TBU will continue with its present team format of Premier, Elite, Select, and Classic level teams for age groups u13 through u19s boys and girls. Premier and Elite level teams will train at all TBU locations. All Select and Classic level teams as well as all U9 – U12 teams will train at their geographical sites North, South and West respectively.
                          In order to provide additional information regarding the merger structure and how each site will function an Informational Presentation meeting will be held on May 19, 2014 at Abundant Life Ministries in Largo.
                          A coordinated tryout schedule is being formalized and will be published for all age groups and teams, by site and will be displayed on each clubs website.
                          This merger is subject to the approval of Florida State Youth Soccer Association.
                          Questions and additional information regarding the merger please contact either Eric Sims or Al Sousa.
                          Eric Sims
                          Tampa Bay United
                          Executive Director
                          PS- Largo will have the same coaches but fees will go up

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                            #28
                            no way can they have the same coaches. no one will come- doesn't matter if under TBU umbrella. Can't imagine TBU would agree to merge without bringing in their own qualified coaches.

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                              #29
                              Originally posted by Unregistered View Post
                              Does this mean that the premier and elite teams will train at Ed Radice and the select and classic teams will train at their respective campuses? Lets say there are better players for a certain age group at Largo does that mean they still travel to Tampa?
                              There will only be 1 premier team per age group. Best players will be on that team...
                              unless families decide to stay close to home. This does not mean the Elite (2nd Team) will not also be very competitive in the age group. Presently at TBU there are a few age groups that are very deep, with multiple State Cup caliber teams.

                              Regarding practice sites, comes down to the make up of the team.

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                                #30
                                Goodbye Celtic,,,,,who would send their kid to play in that *****hole in the USA League when you can play at Largo in the top leagues? Looks like JM will have his hands full trying to spin this one.

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