League Update: Minnesota

League Update - Minnesota:

Thought I would share a little of what other Youth Leagues of our size and scope are up to these days.

Summary: Minnesota is creating a Youth Summer League and hiring a Director for $1,000. The league will be used as a feeder program for the UPA YCCs (Youth Club Championships).

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Minnesota High School Ultimate League Summer League Director
The Minnesota High School Ultimate League is searching for a person to run a newly-formed Youth Summer League in 2009. This will be the first year of the league and there will be many exciting challenges getting it off the ground. Minnesota High School Ultimate League is offering $1000 for the position for the season plus bonuses based on number of participants. This Summer League will be the feeder program for the Youth Club Ultimate Championship (YCC) teams representing Minnesota in August.

Position Responsibilities:

* Recruit players under the age of 19 for the youth summer league
* Obtain fields on which to play and practice
* Recruit and hire coaches for each team
* Oversee YCC Team Coordination
* Coordinate and Schedule games during the summer league


Requirements and Skills:

* UPA Level I or II Coach
* Five years in the ultimate community
* Previous youth sports coaching or involvement
* Strong written and verbal communication skills


To apply, mail your resume by November 23rd to Jeff Hagen at xxxxx@yahoo.com. The MNHSUL Board will announce its decision on January 2nd, 2009.

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