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Posted 9/15/2023 Ref # 139

Jamie Ackinclose

The VISL is proud to share that Jamie Ackinclose will be inducted into the Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame.
This will formally happen on Oct 28/2023 at the Delta Ocean Point Resort in Victoria.


The annual dinner of the Greater Victoria Sports Hall of Fame, will honor the following inductees:

Athlete
Jamie Ackinclose (Para Soccer)
Susan Butt (Tennis)
Hilary Caldwell (Swimming)
Andy Hebenton (Hockey)

Coach / Official
Helena Myllyniemi (Archery)

Builder
Jim Cain (Lacrosse)
Ron Greene (Volleyball)
Jim Hubbard (Multi Sports)


On behalf of the VISL, from all the players loved playing with you and hated playing against you - Congratulations Jamie !!

 
Posted 8/6/2023 Ref # 137

VISL 2023-2024 Key Dates

Here are the Key Date for the upcoming 2023/2024 season.
See below or via posting to the resources tab on the website.

Most are in stone, but some may need to be adjusted to reflect changes out of our control.
The biggest variable at this time is BC Soccer Provincial Cup and how that tournament roles out.
The draw and opening rounds are not confirmed yet. The Final is scheduled for Vancouver Island.
Our local Cup Finals are in limbo as we want to be ensure a proper transition into Provincial Cup.


2023/2024 Key Dates


Sat Aug 12/2023 – McGavin Cup tourney begins.

Weds Sept 6/2023 – Organizational Meeting (Mandatory) – Strath – 7:00 PM

Fri Sept 8/2023 – League Play begins – Div 1,2, 3, 4, Masters

Fri Sept 15/2023 - League Plays begins – Div 5, U21

Sun Dec 10/2023 – Last day of League games before Winter break

Mon Dec 11/2023 – Div 5 teams declare Challenge or JV Barnes Playoff Cup

 

Sat Jan 6/2024 – All-Star Games at FVSL; Div 1 & Masters - Victoria 

Tues Jan 9/2024 – Semi AGM/Cup Draw Meeting (Mandatory) – Strath – 7:00 PM

Fri Jan 12/2024 – All League play resumes

Mon Jan 15/2024 – Transfer deadline

Fri Feb 2/2024 – Challenge, George Smith, Tony Grover & Jackson Cups begin

 

Sat Mar 23/2024 – George Smith, Challenge, Grover, & Jackson Cup Finals – Starlight?

 

Mar __/2024 – BC Cup Draw – (TBC, on Mainland?) (Sun Mar 31 is Easter)

TBA – Round of 16 for BC Cup

Fri Apr 12 - Sun Apr 16/2023 – Quarters for BC Cup

Sat Apr 27/2024 – BC Cup Finals?? Vancouver Island??

 

Sat May 4/2024 – Banquet / Awards – Strathcona Hotel Wicket Hall – 6:00 PM  

 

Tues July 9/2024 – AGM – (Mandatory) – Strath – To Be Confirmed

 

VISL Board Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of every month.

Tues Oct 10/2023, Nov 14, Dec 12, Feb 13/2024, Mar 12, Apr 9, May 14, June 11, Aug 13


 





 
Posted 7/29/2023 Ref # 135

Nanaimo's Reid Davidson

Directly from the Nanaimo United Facebook page:



It is with profound sadness that we share news of Reid's passing.


One of the kindest and most selfless people you could ever wish to meet has left us and we will forever miss him in our lives.

Reid has been a huge part of our club for several years where he brought genuine warmth and care as a valued member of staff as well as being a fierce competitor on the field. Reid played for VIU men's team and most recently captained our Div 2 men to the league title in February, scoring the penalty which clinched the league.


To Georgia and Reid's family and friends, we are so sorry for your loss and wishing you the strength to get through the tough times ahead.

RIP Reid Davidson ❤️ (1999-2023)
*---------------*

Reid was a great young man. A great person to deal with in matters concerning the League, and a leader on the pitch with the Nanaimo Div 2's.
We encourage our soccer family to go to his celebration of life on August 26 - at the VIU Gym, at 1 pm.



 
Posted 6/3/2023 Ref # 133

VISL 2023 AGM and Nominations Info

2022/2023 VISL AGM Agenda

 

1.    Roll Call

2.    Approval of July 5/2022 AGM minutes as distributed here below and posted online. https://visl.org/upload/doc/VISL%20AGM%202022%20Package.pdf

 

3.    Business arising out of minutes

(From #14)

PROPOSED

Moved by the Board of Directors.

That a position of Head Referee be established.

RATIONALE

The Head Referee would primarily focus on referee registration, development, retention, education, and game follow up with officials and members if needed.

An honorarium will be paid for this position and would be covered from general revenue.

There is no extra costs to teams.

 

4.    Reports

 A. Directors

 i.    President – Jake Nemec

ii.             ii.  Executive Director – Vince Greco

iii.          iii.  Discipline – Nav Jhawer/Scott Metson

iv. Financials – Scott Metson

 

B. Financial Statements prepared by Ken Yao, Chartered Professional Accounts)

ii)Team fees for 2023/2024 (Administrative increase for referee fees only)

 

5.    Unfinished business

i)U21 division 2023/2024 – Vince Greco

ii)Over 45 division 2023/2024 – Vince Greco

         

6.    Motions

i)PROPOSED add to Bylaws under Article XI - Dissolution.

Should the VISL voluntarily dissolve, a record keeper must be appointed.

RATIONALE – New requirement from changes to the Societies Act.

 

7.    Elections of Officers:

i.  President -two year term

ii. Treasurer -two year term

iii. Directors – two year terms

 

8.    New Business

        i) July 15 Team Registration

 

 

 

Adjournment

 


 
Posted 5/24/2023 Ref # 132

PFC at the Strathcona Hotel

All VISL members;

If you were not able to get tickets, or not able to get out to watch the game live - there is an option for you.

The Games Room in the Wicket will be showing the game on multiple TV's !




Interested in watching Pacific FC of the CPL host the Vancouver Whitecaps of the MLS ?
Head on down to the Strathcona Hotel at 919 Douglas St to watch this game.
Go Purple !!!