If anyone has soccer on the brain it's Morgan Quarry, the general manager of the Canadian men's national soccer team. Quarry has also dedicated much of his time as the president of the Bowen Island Football Club.
"Our club now boasts more than 135 registered youth players and more than 100 adults. In December, we wrapped up what many consider to be our best coed league with more than 100 people playing in the league ages 15 to 55.
"In 2012, we will have two teams playing at the U13 level next season and that means having to play full field and 11 vs. 11. The BICS grass is not a regulation field (never has been) and so our U13 teams will be forced to play all games off island unless we can expand the grass field.
"As we grow, we must look to find more coaches and provide the level of coaching and development needed to continue to improve our players' skills and understanding of the game.
"Our club is only as strong as the people who make it up. We are completely volunteer-based and non-profit. Everything our club has become is due to the incredible time, effort and dedication of our volunteers. I wish everyone involved with BIFC from players, parents, coaches, managers and board members a wonderful New Year and I thank them from the bottom of my heart for all they have contributed to not only our soccer club but to their community."
