Here's to a Great Season!
Thank You All for Making it Possible!
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer
2011 Season Banquet
Wednesday, August 31st
6-8 pm
Pieters Family Life Center
RSVP to Catalina Johnson by 8/26
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Final GOALS Night of the 2011 Season!
Hello GOALS families!
Another sign that Summer is winding down....the last night of Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer at Sahlen's Stadium. We look forwarding to seeing you tomorrow night as we have some soccer fun!
Some important notes about tomorrow night:
- It's our last night playing soccer in Sahlen's Stadium and with the players from the Rochester Rhinos. Please feel free to invite your family members who have not been out to GOALS before!
- We will be taking RSVP's (more info below) for the end of the season GOALS banquet on Wednesday, August 31st. If you are planning on attending the banquet (and we hope you are!) you need to RSVP.
- Take some great GOALS pictures this year? We'd love to use them for our photo slideshow at the banquet. Pictures burned onto a cd would be a big help! If that doesn't work for you, please consider printing out your favorite GOALS photo of the year and sharing it with us. Thanks for your consideration.
Banquet Information
The Pieters Family Life Center will be hosting the end of the season Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer banquet on Wednesday, August 31st from 6 to 8pm. This banquet will include a buffet dinner, awards presentation, and some special surprises. This is the last GOALS activity of the 2011season and we hope you can attend!
Banquet FAQ:
Where is the banquet?
It's at the Pieters Family Life Center located at 1025 Commons Way in Henrietta. For directions, please visit http://www.pietersfamilylifecenter.org/ or call us at 487-3500.
Do I need to RSVP?
YES! We require an RSVP to attend the banquet. This helps us immensely as we order food, set up tables and chairs, and prepare for an awesome night! Please RSVP by emailing Catalina Johnson at cjohnson@pietersfamilylifecenter.org or by signing the RSVP sheet on 8/24.
Can I bring the entire family?
While space and seating is limited, we recognize that families constitute our GOALS team. Our general rule of thumb on this one: if family members came to GOALS nights throughout the season, we welcome them to the banquet. If family members would like to experience GOALS for the first time, we encourage them to attend the last night at Sahlen's Stadium on August 24th.
What does the banquet cost?
There is no charge for the banquet, but we do have a suggested family donation of $20. This donation will help us cover the cost of the banquet (we've added some perks not funded by foundation partners). Cash and checks made payable to "Pieters Family Life Center" are accepted.
What should I wear?
This is a causal event. We encourage GOALS participants to wear their jerseys! There will not be any soccer activities this night, so no need to wear "soccer shoes" or "uniforms'. Be comfortable!
You didn't answer my question!
Woops, sorry. If you have any additional questions please email Catalina Johnson at cjohnson@pietersfamilylifecenter.org or see a Pieters Family Life Center representative (Catalina, Dustin, or Andrew) on 8/24.
Last Chance to Cheer on the Rhinos!
The Rochester Rhinos host the Harrisburg City Islanders in the USL PRO National Division Final Friday, August 26th at 7:30PM in Sahlen’s Stadium. The Rhinos advanced to the division final with a 4:0 victory over the Pittsburgh Riverhounds last Friday night. Tyler Rosenlund, Tony Donatelli, Isaac Kissi, and Drew Cost all scored goals for Rochester while keeper Neal Kitson kept a clean sheet.
See you Wednesday!
Monday, August 8, 2011
We're Back! Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer.
We're Back!!
Greetings GOALS team members and families,
We here at the Pieters Family Life Center and the Rochester Rhinos hope you had a great mid-summer break full of family fun. We have an action packed August for you to finish off the 2011 GOALS season.
This month we have four GOALS activities scheduled for you:
August 10th: regular GOALS night
August 13th: GOALS night at Sahlens Stadium, Rochester Rhinos vs. Pittsburgh Riverhounds (please see additional information below)
August 24th: regular GOALS night
August 31st: GOALS end of season banquet at the Pieters Family Life Center
If you have any questions about any of these dates or activities please feel free to email us at info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org.
We welcome everyone back for another night of soccer fun with your GOALS teammates and players from the Rochester Rhinos. We welcome back the girls from the Brighton Stormers Thunder travel soccer team who will again volunteer with us.
An important note about Wednesday: The Rochester Rhinos are holding tryouts for their elite youth travel team. The tryouts have the field until 6pm. There will be a slight moment of transition between the tryouts and GOALS. We welcome your assistance in setting up the field so we may start on time.
GOALS night Saturday, August 13th
The Rochester Rhinos game vs. the Pittsburgh Riverhounds on Saturday, August 13th is a very special night for the Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer team! GOALS will be formally recognized by the Rochester Rhinos during this game. All GOALS players and family members will:
- Be on the field for pre-game warm-ups
- Escort the Rochester Rhinos onto the field as part of a "GOALS parade"
- Be at midfield with the Rhinos during the singing of the national anthem
- Be a part of a team picture with the Rochester Rhinos after the national anthem.
- Represent Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer by cheering on the Rochester Rhinos as they take on the Pittsburgh Riverhounds.
The Pieters Family Life Center has obtained 60 tickets for this game and will distribute them on Wednesday night to families who are able to attend. If you have a Pro Pass, we ask you to use it for the game so we may allocate tickets to families who do not have Pro Passes. We encourage all families who are able to attend this game to please do so. Be sure to wear your jerseys! Detailed information and instructions will be handed out on Wednesday.
End of the Year GOALS Banquet on Wednesday, August 31st
To celebrate the end of a great season, we invite all of you to the Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer end of the year banquet at the Pieters Family Life Center. This banquet will be an opportunity to finish off your GOALS season with the friends you made over the course of the summer.
The banquet will be held from 6 to 8pm at the Pieters Family Life Center and will include a meal, awards, and some special surprises. We hope all of you will be able to attend! Please take a moment to sign the banquet RSVP sign in on August 10th or August 24th. More information will be provided in person on GOALS night.
Rex says, "See you Wednesday!"
Monday, July 11, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer, July 13th
Greetings GOALS families!
Are you ready for another night of soccer fun with the Rochester Rhinos and the Pieters Family Life Center?! GOALS night on Wednesday, July 13th is sure to be a special and memorable occasion as we have a variety of special activities lined up for your family.
First off, GOALS night on Wednesday, July 6th was a great night for all!!
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We're happy to see many friendships are being formed between GOALS teammates. We encourage you to exchange phone numbers or email addresses with other team members. Why not go to a Rhinos game together?
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This will be a messy, but fun and colorful, event. Please plan on getting paint on yourself and clothes. Bring your GOALS jersey for your portrait, but a t-shirt to wear during the "Paint with the Players". ALL PAINT IS WASHABLE AND NON-TOXIC.
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Although we say that "Life Is...Washable!", we always remind folks that clothes are not stain resistent. Even though we use washable paints and materials, it is suggested that everyone wear clothes that they aren't afraid to get dirty (you too parents!). It is also suggested that you come with a change of clothes to wear home if needed. Also a towel to put on the car seat is not a bad idea!
Are you ready for another night of soccer fun with the Rochester Rhinos and the Pieters Family Life Center?! GOALS night on Wednesday, July 13th is sure to be a special and memorable occasion as we have a variety of special activities lined up for your family.
First off, GOALS night on Wednesday, July 6th was a great night for all!!
We're happy to see many friendships are being formed between GOALS teammates. We encourage you to exchange phone numbers or email addresses with other team members. Why not go to a Rhinos game together?
Next Rhinos Home Game
July 22, 8pm
Rochester Rhinos Vs Pittsburgh Riverhounds
It's Christmas in July at this game! First 1000 fans receive a free Rhinos Santa hat.
We saw many GOALS team members dancing to the beat! Special thanks to The Deep Blue Dream for their soulful, funky performance. This is the second year DBD has played at GOALS and we appreciate their ongoing support! Check out DBD's next gig at the North Shore Grill on Conesus Lake on July 30th or at the Park Ave Fest on August 6th!
The Chili FC Boys U11 team of the Rochester District Youth Soccer League did a great job supporting GOALS! Many thanks to Jeff Vieira and team for making July 6th a great night!!
Special Information for July 13th
We have a lot in store for you this Wednesday night!
Some basic information:
1. We welcome back Alfonso Motagalvan, Tyler Rosenlund, Rich Costanzo, JC Banks, and Ryan Kenny of the Rochester Rhinos back to Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer. Do you have everyone's autograph?
2. Paradise Catering will be providing us a great summer picnic style dinner with burgers and all the fixin's. Have a favorite picnic food or cookie reciepe? GOALS families are welcome to contribute to the meals pot luck style!
3. Mayukwa Kashiwa and Joseph Starling of Heritage Christian Services will be facitating a fun and interactive drum circle at GOALS. Mayuka and Joseph will be sure to get you in the groove and assist us in creating our official GOALS/Rhinos Chant!
Some fun and exciting new activities added to GOALS this Wednesday:
Ali Cacia of AMC Photography will be joining us to take family portraits and a GOALS team photo! All GOALS team members will have the opportunity to take their offical 2011 GOALS individual player photo (some team members may wish to include their entire family in the photo). These photos will be given to all team members at the GOALS end of the year banquet on August 31st. Be sure to wear your GOALS uniform!
The "Magic" comes to GOALS, the Magic Paintbrush Project that is!
The Magic Paintbrush Project at the Pieters Family Life Center will be faciliating a "Paint with the Players" event at GOALS! The Magic Paintbrush Project is a new family engagement program at the Pieters Family Life Center which creatively captures abilities of special needs individuals and their caregivers with art materials. Click here for more information on the Magic Paintbrush Project at the Pieters Family Life Center. "Paint with the Players" will team up GOALS team members with players from the Rochester Rhinos for a game of "paintball" and a "Shoot Out" while having fun with other soccer themed activities using art materials.
Some things to consider for the Magic Paintbrush Project
This will be a messy, but fun and colorful, event. Please plan on getting paint on yourself and clothes. Bring your GOALS jersey for your portrait, but a t-shirt to wear during the "Paint with the Players". ALL PAINT IS WASHABLE AND NON-TOXIC. 
Although we say that "Life Is...Washable!", we always remind folks that clothes are not stain resistent. Even though we use washable paints and materials, it is suggested that everyone wear clothes that they aren't afraid to get dirty (you too parents!). It is also suggested that you come with a change of clothes to wear home if needed. Also a towel to put on the car seat is not a bad idea!If you have any questions about the GOALS "Paint with the Players" event, please contact us at info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org. We look forward to seeing you Wednesday! It'll be Magic!
Monday, June 27, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer
Greetings GOALS families!
We are now officially half way through the 2011 GOALS season. Feedback from all of you has been positive and we are thankful for the suggestions you have offered as to where we can improve. This is a true collaborative effort between the Pieters Family Life Center, the Rochester Rhinos, and YOU! Thank you for your ongoing support.
GOALS night June 22nd
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Last Wednesday was another great night for Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer! The sun came out just in the nick of time as over 100 players, coaches, and family members took the field.
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We were pleased to welcome the head coach of the Rochester Rhinos, Bob Lilley, who had a chance to jump into the soccer action with the kids, teens, and adults of GOALS. We are thankful for Coach Lilley's ongoing support of GOALS! This is Coach Lilley's second year as the Rhinos head coach and was selected as the 2010 USSF Division 2 coach of the year after leading the Rhinos to the USSF Division 2 regular season championship.
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We would also like to thank Gates Metros of the Rochester District Youth Soccer League for sharing their passion for soccer with members of the GOALS team! Coach Ernest Fokue of the Metros says, ""Taking part in events like GOALS naturally dovetails with our
mission at Gates International Metros,
namely transcend the boundaries of the soccer field and ultimately
reach and express the fullness
of human potential."
Goooo Rhinoooos!
Many players from the Rochester Rhinos have visited us on GOALS night and shared their passion for soccer with members of the GOALS team. They've cheered us on during our soccer scrimmages and sat and had dinner with us. Now it is time for GOALS to return the favor! The Rhinos have some important home games coming up and they'd love to see the red and white of GOALS uniforms in the stands cheering them on.
The Rochester Rhinos will be hosting the Chicago Fire of the MLS in the third round of the US Open Cup on Tuesday, June 28th at 7:30 pm. This is sure to be a great game and the Rhinos need our support! Pro Passes are valid for this game.
On Friday, July 1st the Rhinos will begin a month of charitable giving to benefit charitable organizations in the community that supports Rochester soccer. On July 1st the Rhinos play the Richmond Kickers and will benefit Camp Good Days and Special Times.
We are now officially half way through the 2011 GOALS season. Feedback from all of you has been positive and we are thankful for the suggestions you have offered as to where we can improve. This is a true collaborative effort between the Pieters Family Life Center, the Rochester Rhinos, and YOU! Thank you for your ongoing support.
GOALS night June 22nd
We were pleased to welcome the head coach of the Rochester Rhinos, Bob Lilley, who had a chance to jump into the soccer action with the kids, teens, and adults of GOALS. We are thankful for Coach Lilley's ongoing support of GOALS! This is Coach Lilley's second year as the Rhinos head coach and was selected as the 2010 USSF Division 2 coach of the year after leading the Rhinos to the USSF Division 2 regular season championship.
mission at Gates International Metros,
namely transcend the boundaries of the soccer field and ultimately
reach and express the fullness
of human potential."
Goooo Rhinoooos!
Many players from the Rochester Rhinos have visited us on GOALS night and shared their passion for soccer with members of the GOALS team. They've cheered us on during our soccer scrimmages and sat and had dinner with us. Now it is time for GOALS to return the favor! The Rhinos have some important home games coming up and they'd love to see the red and white of GOALS uniforms in the stands cheering them on.
The Rochester Rhinos will be hosting the Chicago Fire of the MLS in the third round of the US Open Cup on Tuesday, June 28th at 7:30 pm. This is sure to be a great game and the Rhinos need our support! Pro Passes are valid for this game.
On Friday, July 1st the Rhinos will begin a month of charitable giving to benefit charitable organizations in the community that supports Rochester soccer. On July 1st the Rhinos play the Richmond Kickers and will benefit Camp Good Days and Special Times.
Look forward to seeing you at the games!
Next GOALS night is Wednesday, July 6th
Have a fun and safe 4th of July!
Monday, June 20, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer, June 22
GOALS night June 22, 2011
Hello GOALS team members!
Are you ready for another night of soccer fun with the Rochester Rhinos at Sahlen's Stadium? I know we here at the Pieters Family Life Center and our friends at the Rhinos can't wait to see you!
Now that you are official members of the Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer team, we expect you to wear your team uniform on GOALS nights. If you missed last Wednesday, don't worry. We have your uniform waiting for you. A special thanks goes to Valenti Sports, the Marie C. and Joseph C. Wilson Foundation, and the National Inclusion Project for covering the cost of this year's uniforms!
GOOO RHINOOOS!
The following players are confirmed to be joining us this week! Do you have everyone's autograph yet?
#23 Andrew Hoxie
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 10/08/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: William & Mary
Resides: Enid, Oklahoma
#4 Will Traynor
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 02/24/1989
College Experience: University of South Carolina
Resides: St. Charles, Missouri
#15 Connor Tobin
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 02/11/1987
Pro Experience: Nybergsund IL-Trysil (Norway)
College Experience: University of Vermont
Resides: Fort Collins, Colorado
#9 Kendall Jagdeosingh
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 05/30/1986
Pro Experience: Puerto Rico Islanders
Resides: Manzanilla, Trinidad and Tobago
#21 Tony Donatelli
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 06/07/1984
Pro Experience: San Jose Earthquakes
College Experience: Temple University
Resides: Glenside, Pennsylvania
Have you purchased your 2011 Rhinos PRO PASS yet?
The 2011 Pro Pass is a special offer for Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer families by the Rochester Rhinos. Your Pro Pass is a 2011 season ticket for both the Rhinos and the Rochester Rattlers lacrosse. For only $10 you can enjoy soccer and lacrosse all summer long! Pro Passes will be on sale Wednesday night. Each family is able to purchase 4 pro passes.
Upcoming Rhinos Home Games
Saturday, June 25th vs. Dayton Dutch Lions
Friday, July 1st vs. Richmond Kickers (Scott Vallow Bobble head giveaway night)
Sunday, July 3rd vs. Orlando City (Salute the Troops night)
Friday, July 8th vs. FC New York (Rex's Birthday Bash)
GOALS night, June 22nd
We have another night of soccer and family fun in store for you this Wednesday. As always, we'll start the night with open kick, have team announcements and stretches, and then break into our age groups to practice and scrimmage. We are grateful to the Kans for Kids program whose donation has covered the cost of our team meals! On Wednesday, Paradise Catering will be serving us Sloppy Joes, Mac Salad, Salt Potatoes, and Apple Crisp.
Live music entertainment will be provided by Between The Lines.
Between the Lines is a Rochester band that plays acoustically flavored rock and pop from Sara Bareilles to O.A.R.; Adele to Jason Mraz. Members include Kelly Nash on lead vocal and bass, Scott Ramsay on guitar and vocals, Jeff Ramsay on keyboard and vocals, and Justin Dugan on drums.
GOALS team members- you are encouraged to invite your family and friends to practices! They are welcome to cheer you on during our soccer time and hang out with us during family time!
See you Wednesday night!
Monday, June 13, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer June 15th
Greetings GOALS families!
Are you ready for another night of soccer fun with your friends and teammates of Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer? We here at the Pieters Family Life Center and the Rochester Rhinos look forward to seeing you this Wednesday night June 15th.
GOALS is excited to welcome the following Rhinos players with us on Wednesday night:
#17 Brad Stisser
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 09/24/1986
Pro Experience: AC St. Louis
College Experience: Loyola Marymount
Resides: Highlands Ranch, California
#11 Frank Alesci
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 12/12/1986
Pro Experience: Ironbound Express
College Experience: Long Island University
Hometown: Ridgewood, New York
#20 TJ Gore
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 09/07/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of Vermont
Hometown: Macomb, Michigan
#7 Anthony Hamilton
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 08/26/1985
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California at Irvine
Hometown: Redlands, California
#10 Max Ferdinand
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 11/04/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
Hometown: Haiti
This Wednesday night we will be kicking of summer with a picnic and concert. Paradise Catering will be providing a great picnic meal including hamburgers, salt potatoes, corn, watermelon, and drinks. We are excited to have our first GOALS concert of the summer. Performing on Wednesday night is JamBox.
JamBox is Dave Killius, commonly known as Vid, on guitar/vocals and Tim Janish on drums. JamBox performs a mix of originals and carefully selected cover tunes. The clever and catchy original songs are helping JamBox build a strong following in the Rochester area.
Are you ready for another night of soccer fun with your friends and teammates of Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer? We here at the Pieters Family Life Center and the Rochester Rhinos look forward to seeing you this Wednesday night June 15th.
GOALS is excited to welcome the following Rhinos players with us on Wednesday night:
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 09/24/1986
Pro Experience: AC St. Louis
College Experience: Loyola Marymount
Resides: Highlands Ranch, California
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 12/12/1986
Pro Experience: Ironbound Express
College Experience: Long Island University
Hometown: Ridgewood, New York
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 09/07/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of Vermont
Hometown: Macomb, Michigan
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 08/26/1985
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California at Irvine
Hometown: Redlands, California
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 11/04/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
Hometown: Haiti
This Wednesday night we will be kicking of summer with a picnic and concert. Paradise Catering will be providing a great picnic meal including hamburgers, salt potatoes, corn, watermelon, and drinks. We are excited to have our first GOALS concert of the summer. Performing on Wednesday night is JamBox.
As always, unsure about the weather; call the GOALS weather line at (585) 487-3500. Do you have any GOALS related questions or ideas? Email us at info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org
See you Wednesday!
Friday, May 27, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer Night May 25th
GOALS NIGHT MAY 25th
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer had another successful night out at Sahlen's Stadium on May 25th!
A big "Thank You!" to all of the players from the Rochester Rhinos who had some soccer fun with GOALS families! They are a great support to all the children, teens, and adults who participate in GOALS. In return, we encourage you to be a great support to the Rhinos players and cheer them on!
Upcoming Rhinos home games include:
Friday, May 27th vs. Wilmington at 7:30 pm
Saturday, June 11th vs. Harrisburg at 7:00 pm
Be sure to cheer loud and proud for the Rhinos and let them know GOALS is at the game!
Another big "Thank You!" goes to the players and parents of the Stormers THUNDER soccer club and the Rochester District Youth Soccer League for their support of GOALS! You did a great teaching soccer skills, being role models, and sharing your passion for soccer with others!
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Enjoy some pictures!
Next GOALS night is June 15th
See you then!
See you then!
Monday, May 23, 2011
Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer, May 25th
Greetings GOALS families!
We had a great turnout at our GOALS kick off on May 11th. It was great to welcome back past families and welcome new families. Are you ready for more soccer fun this Wednesday, May 25th?
Some Reminders
1. We encourage families to arrive at Sahlen's Stadium after 5:30 pm and before 6:00 pm.
2. Please park in the private, free GOALS parking area off of Smith St.
3. Pro Passes, a Rochester Rhino season ticket, will be on sale Wednesday night for $10.
4. Unsure if GOALS is happening due to the weather? Call our weather line at (585) 487-3500.
We are excited to welcome the following players from the Rochester Rhinos to GOALS on May 25th:
#2 Tyler Bellamy
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 05/17/1988
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: St. Bonaventure
Hometown: Hammonton, NJ
New to Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer
This year GOALS is excited to welcome volunteers from the Rochester District Youth Soccer League (RDYSL). On Wednesday, May 25th GOALS welcomes the players and parents of the Stomers THUNDER, an Under 12 girls soccer team based in Brighton. All the players on this team are 6th graders at Twelve Corners Middle School in Brighton. They will support soccer activities and share their passion for soccer with us.
Family Time
Each night we will conclude with a team picnic. This Wednesday night dinner will be provided by Paradise Catering. The menu will include:
Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Cold Salad, Cookies, and various drinks.
Thoughout the summer we encourage GOALS families and team members to contribute to our team picnic. We will have Pot Luck information available on Wednesday.
In addition, we will have a bounce house and a clown on hand for the little ones.
Contact
We can always be reached at info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org or at (585) 487-3500. Thoughout the summer you should be receiving emails from "The Pieters Family Life Center" with GOALS information and asking for your feedback. If you are not receiving these emails please let us know.
See you Wednesday, Gooooooooo Rhinoooooooos!
#6 Rich Costanzo
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 02/17/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of Maryland
Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
#16 Kenold Versailles
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 03/24/1984
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
Hometown: Carrefour, Haiti
#9 Kendall Jagdeosingh
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 05/30/1986
Pro Experience: Puerto Rico Islanders
Hometown: Manzanilla, Trinidad and Tobago
#18 Issac Kissi
Issac is a GOALS veteran who has shared his passion for soccer and people with GOALS participants last year and at the 2011 GOALS kick off.
Did you know? Issac was named the Rhinos 2010 Offensive Player of the Year with 8 goals and 2 assists in 24 appearances.
We had a great turnout at our GOALS kick off on May 11th. It was great to welcome back past families and welcome new families. Are you ready for more soccer fun this Wednesday, May 25th?
Some Reminders
1. We encourage families to arrive at Sahlen's Stadium after 5:30 pm and before 6:00 pm.
2. Please park in the private, free GOALS parking area off of Smith St.
4. Unsure if GOALS is happening due to the weather? Call our weather line at (585) 487-3500.
We are excited to welcome the following players from the Rochester Rhinos to GOALS on May 25th:
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 05/17/1988
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: St. Bonaventure
Hometown: Hammonton, NJ
New to Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer
This year GOALS is excited to welcome volunteers from the Rochester District Youth Soccer League (RDYSL). On Wednesday, May 25th GOALS welcomes the players and parents of the Stomers THUNDER, an Under 12 girls soccer team based in Brighton. All the players on this team are 6th graders at Twelve Corners Middle School in Brighton. They will support soccer activities and share their passion for soccer with us.
Family Time
Each night we will conclude with a team picnic. This Wednesday night dinner will be provided by Paradise Catering. The menu will include:
Hot Dogs, Baked Beans, Cold Salad, Cookies, and various drinks.
Thoughout the summer we encourage GOALS families and team members to contribute to our team picnic. We will have Pot Luck information available on Wednesday.
In addition, we will have a bounce house and a clown on hand for the little ones.
Contact
We can always be reached at info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org or at (585) 487-3500. Thoughout the summer you should be receiving emails from "The Pieters Family Life Center" with GOALS information and asking for your feedback. If you are not receiving these emails please let us know.
See you Wednesday, Gooooooooo Rhinoooooooos!
Position: Defender
Date of Birth: 02/17/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of Maryland
Hometown: Pittsburgh, PA
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 03/24/1984
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
Hometown: Carrefour, Haiti
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 05/30/1986
Pro Experience: Puerto Rico Islanders
Hometown: Manzanilla, Trinidad and Tobago
Issac is a GOALS veteran who has shared his passion for soccer and people with GOALS participants last year and at the 2011 GOALS kick off.
Did you know? Issac was named the Rhinos 2010 Offensive Player of the Year with 8 goals and 2 assists in 24 appearances.
Friday, May 13, 2011
GOALS Kick Off a Success!
Thank you to the Rochester Rhinos organization and Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer families and volunteer for making the 2011 GOALS kick off on Wednesday, May 11th a great success!! There were over 150 people in attendance on Wednesday!
Please visit the GOALS Flickr page to see some photos from Wednesday night at:
Please visit the GOALS Flickr page to see some photos from Wednesday night at:
Please consider sharing your GOALS photos with us! We have some special plans for GOALS photos at our end of the year banquet on August 31st. Photos can be emailed to info@pietersfamilylifecenter.org.
Had fun with the players of the Rochester Rhinos at GOALS? Show your support and cheer them on at their upcoming home games!
Saturday, May 14 vs. Antigua at 7pm
Rex the Rhino
Monday, May 9, 2011
GOALS Wednesday, May 11th
Hello GOALS families!
We are very excited to kick off the 2011 GOALS season this Wednesday and to welcome back last year's families and greet new ones. Here's what to expect on Wednesday:
Arrival
We encourage families to arrive after 5:30 but before 6pm. Please park in the designated private parking lot as detailed in your confirmation packet. Your family will be greeted by Rex the Rhino as you enter the stadium and directed to a GOALS sign in table. Your family will be asked to sign in and then will be directed to the field. Your family is welcome to "play" on the field as families arrive.
Soccer Time
After all families arrive, we will gather as one large team in the center of the field. Opening remarks will be shared by staff from the Pieters Family Life Center and Bill Sedgewick, Assistant Coach of the Rochester Rhinos- the main force behind Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer.
Bill Sedgewick, known at GOALS as "Coach Bill" is entering his second year as an assistant coach with the Rochester Rhinos. Sedgewick began his career with the Rhinos as a player in 1999 and was a member of the Rhinos until 2005. As a Rhino Sedgewick ranks in the top five in games played, starts, and minutes. For his efforts he was named to the Rhinos tenth anniversary "Elite Eleven" squad which honored the best players in team history. As a player Sedgewick established himself as a leader in the Rochester community through his charitable work. In 2004, after befriending a local child who had been stricken with cancer, Bill established his "Quaters for Cancer" Fund which rasies money to benefit children and their families as they fight cancer. Bill is a native of Colorado. Coach Bill will be present each GOALS night throughout the summer.
Next, players representing the Rhinos will introduce themselves. Each GOALS night will have 5 players from the Rochester Rhinos on hand to support GOALS participants. The following players will be present on Wednesday, May 11th:
#5 Alfonso Motagalvan
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 02/11/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California, Santa Barbara
Resides: Gilroy, California
#18 Issac Kissi
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 05/14/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: Dayton
Resides: Brong-Ahafo, Ghana
#29 JC Banks
Position: Midfielder/Forward
Date of Birth: 08/24/1989
Pro Experience: Toronto FC (MLS)
College Experience: University of Wisconsin- Green Bay
Resides: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
#25 Ryan Kenny
Position: Goalkeeper
Date of Birth: 09/11/1987
Pro Experience: Real Salt Lake
College Experience: Sacramento State
Resides: Clovis, California
#8 Tyler Rosenlund
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 09/13/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California, Santa Barbara
Resides: Vancouver, Canada
These players, staff from the Pieters Family Life Center, and GOALS volunteers will support GOALS participants in fun, soccer skill building games as well as small sided, non-competitive games.
Family Time
Around 7:15 we will break from our soccer activities and gather together for a time of fellowship, food, and fun. Wednesday, May 11th's picnic dinner will include pulled pork sandwiches and salad. Face painters will be on hand to decorate the little ones!
If you have questions about Wednesday night's activities please feel free to contact us:
(585) 487-3500
info@pietersfamilylifecenter
You can "like" us at www.facebook.com/PietersFamilyLifeCenter
See you Wednesday!
We are very excited to kick off the 2011 GOALS season this Wednesday and to welcome back last year's families and greet new ones. Here's what to expect on Wednesday:
Arrival
We encourage families to arrive after 5:30 but before 6pm. Please park in the designated private parking lot as detailed in your confirmation packet. Your family will be greeted by Rex the Rhino as you enter the stadium and directed to a GOALS sign in table. Your family will be asked to sign in and then will be directed to the field. Your family is welcome to "play" on the field as families arrive.
Soccer Time
After all families arrive, we will gather as one large team in the center of the field. Opening remarks will be shared by staff from the Pieters Family Life Center and Bill Sedgewick, Assistant Coach of the Rochester Rhinos- the main force behind Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer.
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| Bill Sedgewick |
Next, players representing the Rhinos will introduce themselves. Each GOALS night will have 5 players from the Rochester Rhinos on hand to support GOALS participants. The following players will be present on Wednesday, May 11th:
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#5 Alfonso Motagalvan
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 02/11/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California, Santa Barbara
Resides: Gilroy, California
Position: Forward
Date of Birth: 05/14/1987
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: Dayton
Resides: Brong-Ahafo, Ghana
Position: Midfielder/Forward
Date of Birth: 08/24/1989
Pro Experience: Toronto FC (MLS)
College Experience: University of Wisconsin- Green Bay
Resides: Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Position: Goalkeeper
Date of Birth: 09/11/1987
Pro Experience: Real Salt Lake
College Experience: Sacramento State
Resides: Clovis, California
Position: Midfielder
Date of Birth: 09/13/1986
Pro Experience: Rochester Rhinos
College Experience: University of California, Santa Barbara
Resides: Vancouver, Canada
These players, staff from the Pieters Family Life Center, and GOALS volunteers will support GOALS participants in fun, soccer skill building games as well as small sided, non-competitive games.
Family Time
Around 7:15 we will break from our soccer activities and gather together for a time of fellowship, food, and fun. Wednesday, May 11th's picnic dinner will include pulled pork sandwiches and salad. Face painters will be on hand to decorate the little ones!
If you have questions about Wednesday night's activities please feel free to contact us:
(585) 487-3500
info@pietersfamilylifecenter
You can "like" us at www.facebook.com/PietersFamilyLifeCenter
See you Wednesday!
Friday, April 29, 2011
Welcome to Giving Opportunities to Athletes who Love Soccer!
Congratulations! The Pieters Family Life Center and the Rochester Rhinos are excited to welcome you to the 2011 season of Giving Opporutnities to Athletes who Love Soccer!
This blog site will be your one stop shop for GOALS information throughout the summer. We encourage you to visit this page often for updated information and to share this page with your friends and family via your social networking sites. GOOOOOOOALS!
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