Executives
Vacant (Currently Recruiting) Outgoing - Lyndsey
President
The BMSA president is the overall puppet master of the organization. They work to coordinate the rest of the executive team/board, leading the organization's overall vision and ensuring the soccer season comes together smoothly. The president is also responsible for mediating any grievances or conflicts that may arise throughout the soccer season.
president.bmsa@gmail.com
Lyndsey
Director - Past President
This director position is held by the outgoing president to act as a guide and advisor to the new president as they get their footing in the position.
Marcia
Vice President
The BMSA Vice President is the jack-of-all-trades assistant. They are there to step in and serve as support to all of the other board roles as needed. They also take on the responsibility of liaising with the Town of Blackfalds around field maintenance and bookings and attend meetings (3-4 times a year) as the representative of BMSA to our district club Central Alberta Soccer (CASA)
vpresident.bmsa@gmail.com
Christene
Communication Coordinator
The BMSA communication coordinator is the online "face" of Blackfalds minor soccer. They maintain the organization's website, online information drives and social media pages and are responsible for the organization's outgoing communication through RAMP registrations. They are the go-to hub for all association emails and ensure that all incoming information and inquiries are answered or directed to the appropriate board member for resolution.
communications.bmsa@gmail.com
Vacant (currently recruiting); Outgoing- Jessica
Treasurer/Secretary
The BMSA treasurer is responsible for managing the financial matters of the organization. They work closely with the registrar and fundraising coordinator to ensure that payments coming in and going out are dealt with promptly. They manage the organization's mailbox and are responsible for submitting annual reports to the general membership and the Alberta Registrar. This position is also responsible for taking note and typing up minutes at all board meetings.
bmsa.treasurer@gmail.com
Vacant (currently recruiting) Outgoing - Jessica
Registrar
The BMSA registrar is responsible for the setup and maintenance of the registration system software. They work closely with the communications manager to assist registrants with system issues during registration and liaise with RAMP (registration software provider) to troubleshoot. The registrar builds teams and works with division coordinators to assign coaches. They also take responsibility for acting as the contact point for Tim Hortons Canada, ordering and organizing the equipment and uniforms coming in for TimBits Soccer sponsorship.
bmsa.teamregistrar@gmail.com
Vacant (currently recruiting) Outgoing - Lorina
Fundraising Coordinator
The BMSA fundraising coordinator manages the pre-season flower fundraiser. They are responsible for liaising with the greenhouse to set up ordering procedures and timelines. They manage all of the order forms as they come in and take the lead in the organization of the delivery day. They are also the go-to person on the board should you have any interest in any BMSA sponsorship opportunities.
bmsa.fundraiser@gmail.com
Vichen
Equiptment Manager
The BMSA equipment manager is responsible for the inventory and maintenance of BMSA equipment. They repair/replace any broken equipment as needed throughout the season. Before the season starts they are responsible for inflating balls and putting together equipment bags for each team. Throughout the season they ensure that nets are set up/taken down each day; either by doing it themselves or by managing a schedule of youth workers. After the season ends they ensure all equipment has been returned and properly stored.
Melissa
Coach and Referee Coordinator
This position oversees and guides the work of the 4 division directors. They are the communication point from the main board to and from the directors. They ensure that coaches and referees are signed on and complete training for the season and all SQS licensing documentation around coaching is completed in a timely manner. During the season they assign and coordinate payment for the referees.
Currently Recruiting
Director - Travel Teams
BMSA has 4 division director positions. These positions are the first point of contact to the board for parents and coaches at their respective age level. Working under the Coach and Referee Coordinator the division directors are the workhorses of the pre-season putting in the time to connect with coaches and ensure screening a training courses are complete in a timely manner. Once the teams are created by the registrar they are responsible for creating field schedules and communicating out to coaches their players, team colours, and playing schedules. Throughout the season they are there to problem solve with coaches and parents to ensure all teams have a leader each session. Ideally the division directors (particularly in the house leagues) should be prepared to step in as coach for a day to cover teams if needed.
Currently Recruiting
Director - U5 Division
BMSA has 4 division director positions. These positions are the first point of contact to the board for parents and coaches at their respective age level. Working under the Coach and Referee Coordinator the division directors are the workhorses of the pre-season putting in the time to connect with coaches and ensure screening a training courses are complete in a timely manner. Once the teams are created by the registrar they are responsible for creating field schedules and communicating out to coaches their players, team colours, and playing schedules. Throughout the season they are there to problem solve with coaches and parents to ensure all teams have a leader each session. Ideally the division directors (particularly in the house leagues) should be prepared to step in as coach for a day to cover teams if needed.
Currently Recruiting
Director - U7 Division
BMSA has 4 division director positions. These positions are the first point of contact to the board for parents and coaches at their respective age level. Working under the Coach and Referee Coordinator the division directors are the workhorses of the pre-season putting in the time to connect with coaches and ensure screening a training courses are complete in a timely manner. Once the teams are created by the registrar they are responsible for creating field schedules and communicating out to coaches their players, team colours, and playing schedules. Throughout the season they are there to problem solve with coaches and parents to ensure all teams have a leader each session. Ideally the division directors (particularly in the house leagues) should be prepared to step in as coach for a day to cover teams if needed.
Currently Recruiting
Director - U9 House League
BMSA has 4 division director positions. These positions are the first point of contact to the board for parents and coaches at their respective age level. Working under the Coach and Referee Coordinator the division directors are the workhorses of the pre-season putting in the time to connect with coaches and ensure screening a training courses are complete in a timely manner. Once the teams are created by the registrar they are responsible for creating field schedules and communicating out to coaches their players, team colours, and playing schedules. Throughout the season they are there to problem solve with coaches and parents to ensure all teams have a leader each session. Ideally the division directors (particularly in the house leagues) should be prepared to step in as coach for a day to cover teams if needed.
