Well everyone, things are GREAT and moving along well! We have the T-shirts that are selling very well and can be purchased at Leo's Pride on Wednesday and every home game. 100% of the proceeds go to the Williams Family Fundraiser's when purchased. ALSO, how very cool is this...
Seth Trembly and the Colorado Rapids have put together a fundraiser that will be taking place in Denver on September 6!! It will be held at Delaney's Bar on Blake Street and Optimal Frequency, one of the best bands in Denver will be playing and DONATING their playing that evening, which is HUGE. Seth has worked out a percentage of the bar proceeds going to The Williams Fundraisers, and also a silent auction. The majority of the Rapids are attending and it will be a great time! Laura, Jen, Julie, and I will be going back to help. With Julie there we will have some great pictures. How cool is this that Seth has worked to put this all together. Again, the name is so POWERFUL, SOCCER DOES UNITE!!
Jordan Cila will also be hosting a Fundraiser on September 13, It will be at a bar called Redemption in New York City. The event wll be after the NYRB vs RSL game. It will be an open bar event, and all proceeds (profit after cost of drinks) will be going towards Soccer Unites and The Sporting Chance Foundation. Another AMAZING event!
We have the golf tournament on September 17 at The Ranches, that is coming along well! We are still looking for sponsors, or donations for Casino Night on October 11, but we are off to a good start. Remember the Texas Hold Tournament, you need to pay your entry fee and get signed up before all the spots are gone.
I will be giving you all the details on the Juan Diego and Judge girls soccer fundraiser on September 30. This one is going to be really cool as well. I am SO impressed with the Juan Diego and Judge Girl's Soccer teams, they have just amazed me with the support and willingness to help. In order to play this game, the girls had to give up playing a full game. This was a difficult thing because Judge beat Juan Diego last year in the finals. So, this game was huge to these girls. I know when they are able to present a check to Soccer Unites for their efforts, it will be worth it! Come support them and let them experience success from their sacrifice and efforts.
Well, I think that it is, I will be in touch very soon. Please feel free to add our comments.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Tuesday, August 19, 2008
What's In A Name?
"SOCCER UNITES" Honestly, when we picked the name I had NO idea what a powerful name we had actually chosen. Even the logo, I don't think I realized why it was so important to us that the logo show the meaning we were looking for. We wanted simple, yet powerful. Have you ever had something happen that you stop and say to yourself, "ok, now I understand?" Well, I am telling you it is happening to me!
I try to pass on to Andy, Marcia and the girls different emails, stories, and conversations that I have on the fund raisers. I KNOW of their appreciation and can assure you that they are gaining strength from the prayers and offereings that are being passed their way. It is getting to the point that I find myself reading something, or hanging up the phone and just going WOW!
In the past few years I have been fortunate enough to get to know the players that were once a part of the RSL team. Little did I know that when Soccer Unites, our website, and the situation with the Williams family started getting around I would not only hear from them, but would find myself overwhelmed with the outpouring of help and sincerety being offered. Although these guys are all in different states, soccer, friendship, and genuine caring for their teammate has united them once again. In no particular order, we have heard from Nelson Akawari, Mehdi Ballouchy, Nik Besagno, Jodan Cila, DJ Countess, Jeff Cunningham, Willis Forko, Christian Jimenez, Rusty Pierce, Carey Talley, Seth Trembly and Jamie Watson. They have either sent a donation, an autographed item, or are actually putting together their own fundraisers in the state are they in.
Seth Trembly will be putting together a fund raiser in a club (I will get the name) in Colorado on September 6. Seth has spoken to the owner and he has offered the club for the fundraiser, SO GENEROUS, Seth is still working on the details, but is working on a great band that will be donating their time to play that evening. He is also currently working with the Rapids, and their players to see if they can donate some autographed items for auction or attend that evening. I will absolutely be updating with the details. I will also be booking a ticket to Denver, I won't be missing this great time with my friend Seth!
Next, Jordan Cila is working on his own project (details to come) He called to ask if he could help. He saw the launch of a project he is working on as his opportunity to help Andy and Marcia. SO COOL, great conversation, very genuine guy! He will be getting back to me with details as well, but is looking at September 13, the day of the RSL vs New York game to have a pregame party to raise funds, and announce his endeavor. He saw this as a perfect fundraising senerio and after talking with him, so did I!
These are just a couple of stories, I promise to pass on more thru a later blog. I honestly feel that the prayers, love and support that is being united by soccer is something fans, sponsors, and players NEED and WILL WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN! I challenge you to join us, you, as much as The Williams' will benefit from the power of SOCCER UNITES!
On a personal note; Andy, we ALL wish you luck in Toronto with the Jamaican National Team, http://www.thereggaeboyz.com/ (Game on Wednesday) be safe.
Marcia, I love you, stay strong, you are my true friend! I want you to know it is AMAZING the amount of love and prayers that are there for you. You are not alone, that I can promise you.
To my girls, I love you both and feel blessed to have you a part of my life. You two are amazing and bring so much joy to me. Until later, May God Bless......
I try to pass on to Andy, Marcia and the girls different emails, stories, and conversations that I have on the fund raisers. I KNOW of their appreciation and can assure you that they are gaining strength from the prayers and offereings that are being passed their way. It is getting to the point that I find myself reading something, or hanging up the phone and just going WOW!
In the past few years I have been fortunate enough to get to know the players that were once a part of the RSL team. Little did I know that when Soccer Unites, our website, and the situation with the Williams family started getting around I would not only hear from them, but would find myself overwhelmed with the outpouring of help and sincerety being offered. Although these guys are all in different states, soccer, friendship, and genuine caring for their teammate has united them once again. In no particular order, we have heard from Nelson Akawari, Mehdi Ballouchy, Nik Besagno, Jodan Cila, DJ Countess, Jeff Cunningham, Willis Forko, Christian Jimenez, Rusty Pierce, Carey Talley, Seth Trembly and Jamie Watson. They have either sent a donation, an autographed item, or are actually putting together their own fundraisers in the state are they in.
Seth Trembly will be putting together a fund raiser in a club (I will get the name) in Colorado on September 6. Seth has spoken to the owner and he has offered the club for the fundraiser, SO GENEROUS, Seth is still working on the details, but is working on a great band that will be donating their time to play that evening. He is also currently working with the Rapids, and their players to see if they can donate some autographed items for auction or attend that evening. I will absolutely be updating with the details. I will also be booking a ticket to Denver, I won't be missing this great time with my friend Seth!
Next, Jordan Cila is working on his own project (details to come) He called to ask if he could help. He saw the launch of a project he is working on as his opportunity to help Andy and Marcia. SO COOL, great conversation, very genuine guy! He will be getting back to me with details as well, but is looking at September 13, the day of the RSL vs New York game to have a pregame party to raise funds, and announce his endeavor. He saw this as a perfect fundraising senerio and after talking with him, so did I!
These are just a couple of stories, I promise to pass on more thru a later blog. I honestly feel that the prayers, love and support that is being united by soccer is something fans, sponsors, and players NEED and WILL WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN! I challenge you to join us, you, as much as The Williams' will benefit from the power of SOCCER UNITES!
On a personal note; Andy, we ALL wish you luck in Toronto with the Jamaican National Team, http://www.thereggaeboyz.com/ (Game on Wednesday) be safe.
Marcia, I love you, stay strong, you are my true friend! I want you to know it is AMAZING the amount of love and prayers that are there for you. You are not alone, that I can promise you.
To my girls, I love you both and feel blessed to have you a part of my life. You two are amazing and bring so much joy to me. Until later, May God Bless......
Monday, August 11, 2008
Another Great Day for Soccer Unites...
After a long day at work I made my way to my daughter's high school parent meeting. Little did the team know that their coach and I had been working on a couple of great service projects (One to be announced in a day or so). So after hearing about the upcoming season, we proceeded to tell them about Soccer Unites and the plans we had for our service project. As we began to talk about the project, the reason behind it, and the Soccer Unites/Andy T-shirts we are selling, you could feel the energy in the room rising! What an amazing feeling it was to see, and feel this team sincerely excited to be a part of our fund raising efforts! Of course I expected them to be excited to play before a RSL game, (Friday, August 29 Juan Diego vs Hillcrest), but I really did not expect the emotion and motivation that was so apparent after all was explained. It was an amazing feeling that I wish Andy and Marcia could have experienced. Everyone wanted to sell and purchase T-shirts, and the best thing, after the meeting I had several of the girls come up and ask me what they could do to help and volunteer with Soccer Unites. This expereince was so refreshing, just when I think our kids now a days sometimes don't get the reality of life, they totally surprise you. I want the girls to know that, 1. They made my day, and 2. The character that was shown by these amazing girls tonight made me very proud! I look SO forward to seeing your success.
So, to any of you that want to help our Juan Diego girls by purchasing tickets to the RSL game they will be playing before the RSL game on Friday, August 29, please email soccerunites@aol.com and we will arrange to get tickets to you. Corner tickets are $17.00 and premium seats are $25.00. The money that is raised by Juan Diego ticket sales to the RSL game that evening will go towards our fund raising efforts for Soccer Unites/Williams' Family. You will also see the Juan Diego Girl's soccer team walking around Carnival Real after their game selling our Soccer Unites/Andy T-shirts. If you get a chance, come purchase one.
Look for another VERY excting event that we have planned soon. Just waiting for a couple of confirmations and I will be back at ya with details!
Feeling blessed by the events of this day,
Deb
So, to any of you that want to help our Juan Diego girls by purchasing tickets to the RSL game they will be playing before the RSL game on Friday, August 29, please email soccerunites@aol.com and we will arrange to get tickets to you. Corner tickets are $17.00 and premium seats are $25.00. The money that is raised by Juan Diego ticket sales to the RSL game that evening will go towards our fund raising efforts for Soccer Unites/Williams' Family. You will also see the Juan Diego Girl's soccer team walking around Carnival Real after their game selling our Soccer Unites/Andy T-shirts. If you get a chance, come purchase one.
Look for another VERY excting event that we have planned soon. Just waiting for a couple of confirmations and I will be back at ya with details!
Feeling blessed by the events of this day,
Deb
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Updates on Our Golf Tournament and Casino Night!
Updates on our Golf Tournament!
Yes, the date is SEPTEMBER 17th, 2008 TIME - 8:00 AM SHOT-GUN FORMAT - 4 Man ScramblePRICE - $250.00 - Foursome - Or Larger Donations Welcome!!!!Come help us raise money for the Andy Williams' Family. Win great prizes from our 18 themed golf holes. From a Jimmy Buffet weekend in Las Vegas, to an automobile! Lunch will be served after the tournament. All skill levels are welcome. To confirm your spot please call Jodie Neff at The Ranches - 801-789-8100 - 801-885-5341. Any questions please call Deb Harper at 801-750-4808 or email Soccerunites@aol.com . This is going to the funnest and most original golf day you've ever seen!
Updates on our Casino Night! Saturday, October 11, at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
If you have ever been to a Casino Party, you know how great they are! You buy a ticket to get in (Tickets will be on sale soon) that includes dinner and a few chips to start with. We will have Blackjack tables, craps tables, roulette tables, a DJ and even our own Texas Hold 'Em tournament that you can buy your way into. We will raise money by people spending money on chips, although you can only win tickets to put towards prizes.
We are currently looking for more sponsors for our casino tables. The sponsorships will range from $500 for a 21 Table, to $10,000 to sponsor the Texas Hold Em Tournament. The sponsors will be recognized at their specific table, and the dealer can wear their attire. We can even place a celebrity dealer at the sponsor's table for an added donation.
We are also looking for auction items, gift certificates, trips, and miscellaneous items, anything that we can put in an auction that will help us raise money. RSL players are actively involved in getting autographed items from around the league, but if you have connections, autographed items of any kind would be great!!
Yes, the date is SEPTEMBER 17th, 2008 TIME - 8:00 AM SHOT-GUN FORMAT - 4 Man ScramblePRICE - $250.00 - Foursome - Or Larger Donations Welcome!!!!Come help us raise money for the Andy Williams' Family. Win great prizes from our 18 themed golf holes. From a Jimmy Buffet weekend in Las Vegas, to an automobile! Lunch will be served after the tournament. All skill levels are welcome. To confirm your spot please call Jodie Neff at The Ranches - 801-789-8100 - 801-885-5341. Any questions please call Deb Harper at 801-750-4808 or email Soccerunites@aol.com . This is going to the funnest and most original golf day you've ever seen!
Updates on our Casino Night! Saturday, October 11, at the Salt Palace Convention Center.
If you have ever been to a Casino Party, you know how great they are! You buy a ticket to get in (Tickets will be on sale soon) that includes dinner and a few chips to start with. We will have Blackjack tables, craps tables, roulette tables, a DJ and even our own Texas Hold 'Em tournament that you can buy your way into. We will raise money by people spending money on chips, although you can only win tickets to put towards prizes.
We are currently looking for more sponsors for our casino tables. The sponsorships will range from $500 for a 21 Table, to $10,000 to sponsor the Texas Hold Em Tournament. The sponsors will be recognized at their specific table, and the dealer can wear their attire. We can even place a celebrity dealer at the sponsor's table for an added donation.
We are also looking for auction items, gift certificates, trips, and miscellaneous items, anything that we can put in an auction that will help us raise money. RSL players are actively involved in getting autographed items from around the league, but if you have connections, autographed items of any kind would be great!!
Saturday, August 9, 2008
We Are Up and Running....
We are off, thanks to my friend, and co founder of Heart 2 Home, Author and Speaker,Tiffany Berg, http://www.tiffanyberg.com/ we have a website and are able to do so much more to update everyone! We will update often, so check back. It will also give us a chance to offer our prayers, and well wishes to the Williams' Family. I hope all of you can understand that this is also a personal time in the life of this family. They are SO grateful for everyone's prayers and support and are excited to be able to continue Soccer Unites to help others in the future. I am sure you will see some posts from Andy and Marcia in the very near future. I have to say they are two of the most genuine people I have ever met and I am honored to be a part of these efforts. What they don't realize is because of them, and this situation, Soccer Unites will be here in the future to help others. Thanks to all involved and for the support of Real Salt Lake, coaches, staff, players and families.
I want everyone to know that we have only just begun! We have SO many great things happening, and planned, I hope that many of you will join us in this very positive endeavor by donating, or sponsoring the events put together by SOCCER UNITES!
Let's make good things happen sign up today!!
With Gratitude,
Deb
I want everyone to know that we have only just begun! We have SO many great things happening, and planned, I hope that many of you will join us in this very positive endeavor by donating, or sponsoring the events put together by SOCCER UNITES!
Let's make good things happen sign up today!!
With Gratitude,
Deb
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