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DATE:
9/1/22, 3:00 PM
SA UNITED ARE HEADING TO THE GOTHIA CUP IN 2023
We are so excited to participate, once again, in the Gothia Cup.
Having first experienced the largest world youth tournament in 2014, our senior boys and girls teams created their fondest memories of club soccer, competing against some of the best teams in the world.
It has been a while since we participated in the tournament, mainly due to club constraints and the pandemic, but now we are heading back and are competing in the 2023 Gothia Cup.
Further information from the club will follow.
The Gothia Cup was first held in 1975. The tournament was started by the football clubs BK HƤcken and GAIS and a local newspaper, since the early 80ās the tournament is owned entirely and solely by BK HƤcken.
The organization consists of eight full-time employed staff and during the tournament more than 2500 people work.
When it all began, no one could have imagined what the Gothia Cup, a small youth tournament, would become. It was 1975, and the concept of a tournament to which teams from abroad would also be invited was not only unique, it would also prove to be extremely successful. The old, yellowing piece of paper still exists on which we wrote down our vision for the new Gothia Cup. It states: āThe Gothia Cup shall be a meeting place for the young people of the world, regardless of color, gender or religion.ā This was written in 1981 and remains the guiding principle for the organization to this day. With more than one million participants from 149 countries and with a name as the worldās biggest youth event, we can justifiably claim that we have succeeded. Itās the teams, and participants from around the world that make the tournament unique. A meeting place for the worldās youth, irrespective of religion, skin color or nationality, with football as the common denominator. General Secretary, Dennis Andersson
Through the years, over a million players from a total of 149 countries have participated in the tournament. It's more than just a tournament. Getting involved in childrenās conditions other than on the football pitch and outside of Sweden, has always been an important part of the Gothia Cup. Our schools in Congo, Gothia Special Olympics Trophy and SKFās Meet the World are an example of that.
Having first experienced the largest world youth tournament in 2014, our senior boys and girls teams created their fondest memories of club soccer, competing against some of the best teams in the world.
It has been a while since we participated in the tournament, mainly due to club constraints and the pandemic, but now we are heading back and are competing in the 2023 Gothia Cup.
Further information from the club will follow.
The Gothia Cup was first held in 1975. The tournament was started by the football clubs BK HƤcken and GAIS and a local newspaper, since the early 80ās the tournament is owned entirely and solely by BK HƤcken.
The organization consists of eight full-time employed staff and during the tournament more than 2500 people work.
When it all began, no one could have imagined what the Gothia Cup, a small youth tournament, would become. It was 1975, and the concept of a tournament to which teams from abroad would also be invited was not only unique, it would also prove to be extremely successful. The old, yellowing piece of paper still exists on which we wrote down our vision for the new Gothia Cup. It states: āThe Gothia Cup shall be a meeting place for the young people of the world, regardless of color, gender or religion.ā This was written in 1981 and remains the guiding principle for the organization to this day. With more than one million participants from 149 countries and with a name as the worldās biggest youth event, we can justifiably claim that we have succeeded. Itās the teams, and participants from around the world that make the tournament unique. A meeting place for the worldās youth, irrespective of religion, skin color or nationality, with football as the common denominator. General Secretary, Dennis Andersson
Through the years, over a million players from a total of 149 countries have participated in the tournament. It's more than just a tournament. Getting involved in childrenās conditions other than on the football pitch and outside of Sweden, has always been an important part of the Gothia Cup. Our schools in Congo, Gothia Special Olympics Trophy and SKFās Meet the World are an example of that.
Our Academy program is a fantastic place for young athletes to continue their soccer education, while constantly challenging and developing their mind and body.
Q. Can we come out to the Sportsplex and see what the environment is like before registering?
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A. Of course, we can arrange a free POE for your child and your family to experience our club.
Our Junior program focuses on our athletes learning to compete as a team, developing as an individual, enjoying the pursuit of excellence in a challenging environment.
Q. Entering into the competitive phase of soccer, what can we expect from the program?
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A. We offer multiple levels of competitive play, with a club focus and philosophy on developing intelligent, skillful athletes.
Players moving into the Senior program begin to learn about our competition phase, while we develop them for successful high-school and college careers in sport and study.
Q. How do you help players with their college aspirations and recruitment?
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A. With a dedicated program director, we provide each athlete with a guide and athlete profile, outlining a timeline to organize their goals and support them in the recruiting process.
Our Recreational program offers a low-cost, fun, creative and non-stressful environment, to not only develop soccer players, but for every player to participate on a team, regardless of their interest or ability.
Q. If my child really enjoys the program, are there any options for movement into the other club programs?
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A. Yes of course. We actually have players who have excelled in the program and then progressed into our Academy and Junior programs to further their development.
Developing the very fundamentals of soccer, at the earliest time of a child's development, is crucial in their soccer education.
Q. What does your program offer my young child and why play so early?
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A. Our program has a set curriculum based on ball mastery, and a fun challenging environment to instill a passion and love for the game.