Crocketteers Meeting - September 25, 2009 (No. 00001)

Crocketteers Meeting - September 25, 2009 (No. 00001)

Introduction

• Michael Macias – Founder• Crocketteers

– Name• Derived from David Crockett• A connection to Texas and more specifically, San Antonio History• A Member is known simply as a Crocketteer

– Shield – Motto -“Victory or Death”

• On February 24, 1836, William B. Travis wrote a “Letter from the Alamo” addressed to The People of Texas & All Americans In The World

• “…If this call is neglected, I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible & die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor & that of his country. Victory or Death.”

• The envelope that contained the letter was labeled “Victory or Death.”• 10 days after the letter was written Travis, Crockett, and 189 Texans

perished within the gates of The Alamo.

Motto underscored at The Alamo

Purpose

• Exist to help San Antonio standout as a future destination for professional soccer

• Support a future professional soccer franchise

Goals

• Increase our membership base• Build a presence locally• Support soccer events in San Antonio

area

Expectations• Expectations of Members

– At this early stage, there really isn’t much.– Some will naturally want to be more involved– Others fine being a silent fan/supporter of our cause– Either way, we want to continue to build a large network of San Antonio soccer

supporters– Will look into how other supporters groups establish different membership levels.– With the possibility of media attention, we expect members to keep group

knowledge confidential. We will be explicit about what should stay within the Crocketteers organization.

• Expectations of Group– Patience is key– Growth will be gradual– Maturation will occur “naturally”– Expect future guidelines especially concerning confidentiality

• Future Meetings– Frequency TBD– Agenda will exist– Will allow for members to voice opinions, ideas, and suggestions.

Web Site: Crocketteers.com

Existing Supporters Group

• Texian Army (Houston Dynamo)

Existing Supporters Group

• Emerald City Supporters (Seattle Sounders)

Existing Supporters Groups

• U-Sector & Red Patch Boys (Toronto FC)

Existing Supporters Groups

• Sons of Ben (Philadelphia Union)

Inspiration from Sons of Ben

MLS in Philadelphia

Questions?

What about San Antonio?

Featured Speaker: Dr. Ed Sakiewicz

Bio• Ties with Major League Soccer

Bio (Continued)

• Ties with United Soccer Leagues

Bio (Continued)

• International Ties • (EPL, La Liga, International Clubs)

Bio (Continued)

• Local Work & Leadership • (SAMYS / Texas Pro Soccer Fest / Other Events)

Bio (Continued)

• Professional / Entrepreneurial • (SA Pro Soccer, Keeper-Skool, Top Flight Football, Footballers FC)

Bio (Continued)

• Professional  National Soccer Affiliations • (NSCAA, US Soccer, USSF) 

•  •  •  

•  • Local / Regional Youth Soccer Associations

• (NTYSA, STYSA, NEYSO and clubs such as Classics Elite, SAU, etc.)

Major League Soccer in San Antonio    

• Past attempts for MLS o Negative Publicity

Locally MLS Front Office

• SA Pro Soccer's attempt for MLS in San Antonio o Met with several interested investor groups o Discussed prospects of San Antonio with key officials in

MLS

• Issues with venue o Why or why not Alamodome?

• Other potential venue locations o I-35 Corridor

Major League Soccer in San Antonio    • Importance of Supporter's Group

• Historical Context – Northerners / Red Patch Boys (Tor) - 2000+ / 1000+ members– Section 8 (Chi) - 1500+ – Barra Brava / Screaming Eagles (DC) - 1250+ / 200+– Texian Army / El Battalon (Hou) - 1000+ members – Sons of Ben (Phi) - 5000+Importance for SA Supporters Group for Pro Soccer Success

- Crocketteers• Support of SA Pro Soccer's Efforts

– Texas Pro Soccer Fest– Other local grassroots events

• Community Involvement

– Presence at MLS Sanctioned events (i.e MLS SuperDraft)

– SoB model (received approval from SoB leadership for open collaboration with Crocketteers)

United Soccer Leagues in San Antonio    • Presence locally / regionally

• New ownership at USL / Viability of league • NuRock Soccer Holdings - Alek Papadakis, CEO

• Current group, SS&E, securing market for USL D-1

• Currently in external discussion with SS&E in an advocacy role

• Stadium challenges

• Stadium options

• Pros and Cons / MLS vs USL

Growing the Game in San Antonio    • San Antonio Metropolitan Youth Soccer Institute (SAMYS)

o 501(c)3 created to build youth soccer facilities Volunteer Board of local professionals with ties to the game

o Soccer Texas, Schertx 42 acre complex

o Brooks City Base

• Pre-season Friendlies

o Metrostars v Colorado

• International Matches

o Dominica v Mexico - World Cup Qualifier o Guademala v Mexico - Friendly o Multiple Interliga Matches

Growing the Game in San Antonio    

• MLS Futbolito

o National Hispanic Youth Soccer Tournament

• Soccer Specific Stadium - Cibolo, Tx

o Worked with former City Manager and Asst. City Manager to build the region's only SSS.

o Impetus to build stadium was the 2008 TPSF

2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival• What is it?

o 4-team MLS pre-season soccer event including: Pre-season training camp 6 games in a round-robin double-header tournament Community events 2nd Annual TPSF Scheduled for March of 2010

• History Inaugural event held in Cibolo, TX in 2008  Toronto FC, Chivas USA, Houston Dynamo, DC United

• Online Presence o www.TexasProSoccerFest.com o Twitter:  www.twitter.com/txprosoccerfest

2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont)

• Importance of Festival

o Litmus test for MLS

o Shows market viability for pro team

o High Exposure event

Deputy Commissioner was in attendance for all matches in 2008 MLS provided all referees and officials (at their cost) to referee the

matches All Teams and MLS showcased the event on their homepages Local, Regional and National Media coverage Currently negotiating contracts with national and international

brands for sponsorships

2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont)

Organizational Structure of Festival  Ownership / Leadership

•     Ed Sakiewicz - CEO & Managing Partner•     Chris Campasano - President & Managing Partner

 Management

Director of Operations – James Hope

Director of Sponsorships – Rob Yowell (Gemini Sports)

Director of Teams & Hospitality- Luisa and Ivan Ferreris 

Director of Marketing - (vacant)

Director of Media & Communications - (vacant)

2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont)

Organizational Needs  Operations

• Ticket Sales (2-3)• Ticket Takers  (3-4)

Grassroots Coordinators • Fan & Youth Soccer (2)

Game Day Operations • Ushers (20-30)• Field Security (5-10)• Concessions

TeamsTeam Liaisons (8)

Marketing• PR / Communications  (1-2) • Graphic Designer (1-2)• Web Manager (1-2)

2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont)

Grassroots Advocacy SAMYS

Nonprofit Charitable Arm

Crocketteers

Provided full exposure opportunities at games and grassroots events At Stadium (own section within VIP area) Invitation to Meet & Greet Party Branding exposure on TPSF website, field signage, etc. Other opportunities (sponsorships) Youth Soccer  (from club level to state association level) Adult Soccer (from club level to state association level) San Antonio Sports Foundation Hispanic Marketing & Community Outreach (various groups) Military Austin / IH-35 Outreach

Closing Comments

Thank You!

Additional Questions?

Michael Macias

Social Time / Networking / Fellowship