History:
It was a 10-0 game against Montrose that prompted Ross Matlock and Jen Faivre to ask the question, “Should we take the next step; create a club that moves our soccer program from recreation-based, to a higher level of coaching and competition?"
In 2014, the West Elk Soccer Association was founded with the intention to keep soccer fun while raising the level of coaching and matching player ability with the right level of competition.
Mission:
The West Elk Soccer Association (WESA) fosters soccer development and provides a fun, high quality experience for youth and adults living in the Gunnison valley.
Vision Statement:
Through our work, we envision a community with a strong love of soccer that prioritizes sportsmanship, leadership, and skill development through investment in the player, coach, referee, and team. We envision players who embody a deep appreciation for soccer and develop lifelong skills such as leadership, teamwork, and responsibility to carry with them in future endeavors.
Values:
Development
Create space or opportunity for players to grow their soccer skills
Create space or opportunity for players to grow their interpersonal skills
Develop skills of responsibility, accountability, sportsmanship, discipline, in each player
Leadership & Character Building
Provide and develop high quality coaches
Inspire players to become team leaders
Ensure all our players and coaches embody character: the will to compete, the discipline to improve, the commitment to put the team before self, and winning and losing with honor and respect
Instill a good work ethic and sense of personal responsibility.
Teamwork
Instill a dedication to teamwork and sense of loyalty to our Club among players, parents, and coaches
Foster a spirit of contribution in giving back to our community
Positivity
Provide a positive and nurturing, yet challenging learning environment
Provide a positive soccer environment for all players, coaches, and parents
Goals:
Currently, WESA has:
Learn more about WESA and the work we do in our 2023 Annual Report!