CESA joins Columbus Eagles FC Youth Affiliate Program
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"We believe the affiliation will generate excitement for girls soccer in the CESA community. Several Columbus Eagles players have already coached in our CESA Tiny Tots and Prep Academy programs. I look forward to working with the Eagles staff to develop a relationship that will allow for both our girls and boys to have local women soccer players to look up to," says Benjamin Levey, Director of CESA.
The Youth Affiliate Program is set up for Columbus Eagles to support and provide resources for local teams and to connect CESA's players and parents with the Eagles. Additionally, the Eagles hope to empower local girls and boys to grow as people and talented soccer players. |
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Mark Wise, CEO of Columbus Eagles FC, says, "Columbus Eagles FC are excited to welcome Columbus East Soccer Association (CESA) as our newest Club Affiliate! We are thrilled about the possibilities of growing the game by providing access to our games, discounts on Eagles merchandise and youth camps. CESA provides great opportunities for young players to learn the game and we want to support them any way that we can."
Throughout the year CESA will be sending out updates about the Columbus Eagles FC affiliate program and their upcoming league schedule.
Throughout the year CESA will be sending out updates about the Columbus Eagles FC affiliate program and their upcoming league schedule.
Tiny Tots Program Sponsored by the Kullman Group
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Greg Kullman of the Kullman Group at Street Sotheby’s International Realty has been an active member of CESA since the mid-1980s when he came up in the youth program soon after CESA was founded. In the ‘90s, Greg’s mom Debi served as the President of CESA and father Jack served as Director of referees. Upon graduation from Ohio Wesleyan University, Greg joined the CESA Board of Trustees in 2003 and remained on the Board until 2018. Greg was also a member of the Bexley HS Boys Soccer coaching staff from 2003 to 2013. During his tenure, the team racked up 7 District Championships, 5 Regional Championships, and 2 State Championships.
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The Kullman Group, formed by Kiki Street Kullman and Greg Kullman in 2015, has over 30 years combined experience helping clients buy and sell residential Real Estate in Columbus, Ohio. In 2017, following graduation from Wittenberg University, Bexley native Will Gingery joined the team. Will grew up playing youth soccer in CESA in the early 2000s.
In 2019, we expanded our team to better serve our clients, and we welcomed Lauren Bigham, Jacquelyn Eifert, Sally Wolfe, and Alyssa Hanshaw to the team. We are moms, dads, designers, coaches, crafters, soccer fanatics - we lead busy lives and thrive when we can collaborate to bring the absolute best to our clients.
Together, Kiki, Greg, Will, Lauren, Jacquelyn, Sally, and Alyssa use their expertise, networks within their communities, and the integrity of the Sotheby's International Realty brand, to earn the trust and confidence of their clients while providing a high level of service to those they work with.
In 2019, we expanded our team to better serve our clients, and we welcomed Lauren Bigham, Jacquelyn Eifert, Sally Wolfe, and Alyssa Hanshaw to the team. We are moms, dads, designers, coaches, crafters, soccer fanatics - we lead busy lives and thrive when we can collaborate to bring the absolute best to our clients.
Together, Kiki, Greg, Will, Lauren, Jacquelyn, Sally, and Alyssa use their expertise, networks within their communities, and the integrity of the Sotheby's International Realty brand, to earn the trust and confidence of their clients while providing a high level of service to those they work with.
CESA Partners with Bexley Recreation & Parks Department
The Bexley Recreation & Parks Department (“BRPD”) and Columbus East Soccer Association (“CESA”) today announced an exciting new youth soccer partnership, under which BRPD and CESA have agreed to merge its soccer programming for ages under 6 through under 10. Both BRPD and CESA have historically provided accessible, structured soccer programs aimed at cultivating an enjoyment of the game from a young age, with an emphasis on player development.
“BRPD has an excellent rapport with the Bexley community and rich history of providing high quality, affordable programming in a number of recreational and sporting pursuits. Partnering with CESA and utilizing their years of experience allows us to provide to our community a youth soccer program of the highest quality. Additionally, this partnership will unify youth soccer options for residents, providing convenient and consistent programming. We also have a great deal of soccer experience on staff and wanted to provide enhanced options and choices in soccer. With the opening of the new fields at Schneider Park in southwest Bexley, and the opportunity to host league play in our community it was the right time to engage CESA in this partnership,” said Mike Price, Director of BRPD.
Drew Flora, President of CESA, added his endorsement, “Our two organizations have had a long standing relationship of cooperation with the goal of providing grassroots soccer opportunities for youth soccer players. It's a great fit that will enhance choice and quality for young players starting out with the game, and their parents.”
In terms of the new arrangement, the Under 6 CESA/BRPD program will now take place at the new Bexley fields at Schneider Park, due to be open at the beginning of the Fall 2018 Season. If the Schneider Park fields are not ready for the Fall we will host the u6 league at Wolfe Park. Programs for Under 7 and older will be held at the CESA Soccer Fields at Easton.
Ben Levey, a Bexley Alum and an associate at Blumberg & Co, the company that oversees the CESA programming and facilities, provided some more detail. “We are passionately committed to ensuring that recreational soccer, as the first experience of the game for most youth players, is well structured and coached, with player development in mind. As a result, young players have an enhanced experience at the outset, leading to more enjoyment, and a greater likelihood that they will continue with the game.”
This partnership takes effect for the upcoming Fall 2018 season and more information about registration and programs can be found at: www.cesasoccer.org
About BRPD
The Bexley Recreation and Parks Department’s mission enhance the quality of life of Bexley residents by providing recreational programs and leisure opportunities, well-maintained parks, and strengthening our community foundation through special events, while delivering services in a safe and fiscally responsible manner. For more information contact Kevin Smith at ksmith@bexley.org, or visit www.bexley.org/recreation.
About CESA
The Columbus East Soccer Association (CESA) is a not-for-profit, 501C(3) organization established in 1984, with its facilities at CESA Soccer Fields at Easton on Sunbury Road. CESA is a member of Ohio South Youth Soccer Association (OSYSA), an affiliated member of the United States Soccer Federation.
For more information contact Ben Levey at cesa@beol.net or visit www.cesasoccer.org
About Blumberg & Company
The Blumberg & Co, based in Bexley, is a Sports Management Company with an expertise, in soccer representation, programming, events and advisory services. For more information contact Email: grb@blumbergco.com Tel: 614-2522988
“BRPD has an excellent rapport with the Bexley community and rich history of providing high quality, affordable programming in a number of recreational and sporting pursuits. Partnering with CESA and utilizing their years of experience allows us to provide to our community a youth soccer program of the highest quality. Additionally, this partnership will unify youth soccer options for residents, providing convenient and consistent programming. We also have a great deal of soccer experience on staff and wanted to provide enhanced options and choices in soccer. With the opening of the new fields at Schneider Park in southwest Bexley, and the opportunity to host league play in our community it was the right time to engage CESA in this partnership,” said Mike Price, Director of BRPD.
Drew Flora, President of CESA, added his endorsement, “Our two organizations have had a long standing relationship of cooperation with the goal of providing grassroots soccer opportunities for youth soccer players. It's a great fit that will enhance choice and quality for young players starting out with the game, and their parents.”
In terms of the new arrangement, the Under 6 CESA/BRPD program will now take place at the new Bexley fields at Schneider Park, due to be open at the beginning of the Fall 2018 Season. If the Schneider Park fields are not ready for the Fall we will host the u6 league at Wolfe Park. Programs for Under 7 and older will be held at the CESA Soccer Fields at Easton.
Ben Levey, a Bexley Alum and an associate at Blumberg & Co, the company that oversees the CESA programming and facilities, provided some more detail. “We are passionately committed to ensuring that recreational soccer, as the first experience of the game for most youth players, is well structured and coached, with player development in mind. As a result, young players have an enhanced experience at the outset, leading to more enjoyment, and a greater likelihood that they will continue with the game.”
This partnership takes effect for the upcoming Fall 2018 season and more information about registration and programs can be found at: www.cesasoccer.org
About BRPD
The Bexley Recreation and Parks Department’s mission enhance the quality of life of Bexley residents by providing recreational programs and leisure opportunities, well-maintained parks, and strengthening our community foundation through special events, while delivering services in a safe and fiscally responsible manner. For more information contact Kevin Smith at ksmith@bexley.org, or visit www.bexley.org/recreation.
About CESA
The Columbus East Soccer Association (CESA) is a not-for-profit, 501C(3) organization established in 1984, with its facilities at CESA Soccer Fields at Easton on Sunbury Road. CESA is a member of Ohio South Youth Soccer Association (OSYSA), an affiliated member of the United States Soccer Federation.
For more information contact Ben Levey at cesa@beol.net or visit www.cesasoccer.org
About Blumberg & Company
The Blumberg & Co, based in Bexley, is a Sports Management Company with an expertise, in soccer representation, programming, events and advisory services. For more information contact Email: grb@blumbergco.com Tel: 614-2522988
Social Responsibility
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The William H. Adams Foundation partnered with CESA and the William H. Adams Community Recreation Center, located near Krumm Park, to implement a soccer program this Spring for 11 and 12 year-olds. With coaching support from CESA and Columbus East F.C., an Under-12 team now competes in the CESA recreational program.
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Prep Academy
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The CESA Under-7 & Under-8 Prep Academy is an add-on to the CESA Recreational U7 & U8 programs. The Prep Academy, run by Columbus East FC coaches, is a youth soccer development program for more serious CESA players. Participants will be provided with an additional one-hour practice session on Monday evenings at CESA Easton Fields, several scrimmages, a home and away practice jersey, shorts, and socks. They will be expected to wear their CESA soccer uniform for each practice session, and also for scrimmages (4-6 potential games) that will be set up with other teams/clubs throughout the season. Prep Academy players will still be expected to join their CESA recreational team for practice during the week and league game every weekend.
Club soccer commences at the Under-9 level. This program helps those pre-club age players who are interested in bridging the move more effectively from recreational soccer to club level. CESA Prep Academy's mission is to develop creative, skillful, technically sound, adaptable soccer players who understand, love and appreciate the game. Columbus East FC emphasizes a player development coaching model. For more information contact Ben Levey (ben@columbuseastfc.org) |
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