Fond du Lac Lodge #26 is proud to announce that Marian University will host the Wisconsin Masonic High School All Star Soccer Games July 25-26 at Smith Fields in Fond du Lac.The Wisconsin Masonic All Star soccer games recognize outstanding soccer athletes in cooperation with the Wisconsin Soccer Coaches Association bringing the best players in the state together in a showcase soccer game and camp - entirely at no charge to the athletes. The athletes learn leadership, and teamwork, while learning about philanthropy - and how THEY can make a difference in the lives of those less fortunate.
Only high school graduates nominated by their high school coaches are eligible for this honors program which through its activities raises funds for charities including Shrine Hospitals, and Wisconsin Special Olympics. Although hundreds of youth are candidates, and many are nominated just 72 are named to be part of the Wisconsin Masonic All Star soccer games.
In 2008, a new initiative makes the games more meaningful for the players and the coaches — as well as for the organizers. This season marks the first year in which proceeds from the games will begin to accrue toward scholarships for soccer athletes to be presented in the future.
"By nature of the event, as a statewide game, we want as many communities as possible to share in the excitement in this top-rated soccer showcase," says Nancy Storrs, chairman of the Masonic Soccer Foundation. "We're excited to be coming to Fond du Lac – and especially to Marian University because of their excellent facilities. The Smiths Fields is a first rate complex with outstanding field and athlete facilities. We're pleased to be partnering with Marian University. When the all star athletes arrive on July 25, they will be meeting their teammates and coaches, being welcomed by the Masonic Lodge members of Fond du Lac, before getting some field time at the Fondy Soccer Complex.