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| DV YOUNGMEN SOCCER CLUB |
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| The DV Youngmen soccer club is quite different from any other team. We pride ourselves in fairness for each individual. This involves asking players where they would like to play, as well as equal playing time for all. Of course, that doesn't mean the player will get what they ask for, just that a consideration will be made and followed upon somehow. |
| What's Behind the Name? |
| The DV Youngmen were formed by Brad and Russ Kelly. Brad had turned 18 and would be unable to play youth soccer after that current season. The only option was to play men's soccer. The Kelly's knew that the EDSA (Edmonton and District Soccer Association) was a competitive league, and knowing that the DV Oldboys were in this league, decided that this would be the best route to go to play. However, Brad did not want to simply join a team. There were other players from Drayton Valley in the same situation, and it was very unlikely that a team would have enough room to take them all in. Brad opted to make a team of his own, dubbing it the DV Youngmen (after the DV Oldboys, who were mostly comprised of Drayton Valley players as well). There was one last reason for creating a team rather than simply joining an existing one... |
| The Story |
| By creating his own team, Brad was able to decide how the club would develop. There was a vision of having a tight-knit group of players. Not only would this team be skilled, but it would also be fun to play on. The DV group have played together since early minor soccer, knew each other well, and always tried to have fun. Knowing each other off the field is just as important as on the pitch. The difference between the DV Youngmen and the other clubs is the bond. We are a competitive team with a recreational attitude, and we do our best to stick to that slogan! |
| What's the Difference? |
| The true philosophy of the team is within the players themselves. Each player has a great attitude, which really helps the team bond. Players are chosen by attitude and heart, foremost. The ability to learn, willingness to learn, and to how far a player can develop are second most important. We do not choose players based on height, weight, race, age or history. Players are chosen based on who they are and where they can go. Of course, the team style of play is a whole different philosophy altogether. It is so different, in fact, that it will not be discussed outside of management. We will say this. It is believed that we have found a way to combine all of the different styles of play found throughout the world. From the European style of football, through the Asian and South American ways, while still maintaining the North American roots. |
| The Philosophy |
| We will continue to strive towards our goals using the techniques we believe are revolutionary. This is only our third year of play, so of course all of these things have yet to come together to make the visual impact that we see of the future. Our hopes are high, as are our spirits, and someday we will hopefully be able to branch our passion to others and make a difference. Time will tell. |
| Into the Future... |
| "We are a competitive team with a recreational attitude..." |