Crocketteers Meeting - September 25, 2009 (No. 00001)

1. Crocketteers Meeting - September 25, 2009 (No. 00001)

2. Introduction • Michael Macias – Founder • Crocketteers • Name • Derived from David Crockett • A connection to Texas and more specifically, San Antonio History • A Member is known simply as a Crocketteer • Shield • Motto -“Victory or Death” • On February 24, 1836, William B. Travis wrote a “Letter from the Alamo” addressed to The People of Texas & All Americans In The World • “…If this call is neglected, I am determined to sustain myself as long as possible & die like a soldier who never forgets what is due to his own honor & that of his country. Victory or Death.” • The envelope that contained the letter was labeled “Victory or Death.” • 10 days after the letter was written Travis, Crockett, and 189 Texans perished within the gates of The Alamo.

3. Motto underscored at The Alamo

4. Purpose • Exist to help San Antonio standout as a future destination for professional soccer • Support a future professional soccer franchise

5. Goals • Increase our membership base • Build a presence locally • Support soccer events in San Antonio area

6. Expectations • Expectations of Members • At this early stage, there really isn’t much. • Some will naturally want to be more involved • Others fine being a silent fan/supporter of our cause • Either way, we want to continue to build a large network of San Antonio soccer supporters • Will look into how other supporters groups establish different membership levels. • With the possibility of media attention, we expect members to keep group knowledge confidential. We will be explicit about what should stay within the Crocketteers organization. • Expectations of Group • Patience is key • Growth will be gradual • Maturation will occur “naturally” • Expect future guidelines especially concerning confidentiality • Future Meetings • Frequency TBD • Agenda will exist • Will allow for members to voice opinions, ideas, and suggestions.

7. Web Site: Crocketteers.com

8. Existing Supporters Group • Texian Army (Houston Dynamo)

9. Existing Supporters Group • Emerald City Supporters (Seattle Sounders)

10. Existing Supporters Groups • U-Sector & Red Patch Boys (Toronto FC)

11. Existing Supporters Groups • Sons of Ben (Philadelphia Union)

12. Inspiration from Sons of Ben

13. MLS in Philadelphia

14. Questions?

15. What about San Antonio? Featured Speaker: Dr. Ed Sakiewicz

17. Bio • Ties with Major League Soccer

18. Bio (Continued) • Ties with United Soccer Leagues

19. Bio (Continued) • International Ties • (EPL, La Liga, International Clubs)

20. Bio (Continued) • Local Work & Leadership • (SAMYS / Texas Pro Soccer Fest / Other Events)

21. Bio (Continued) • Professional / Entrepreneurial • (SA Pro Soccer, Keeper-Skool, Top Flight Football, Footballers FC)

22. Bio (Continued) • Professional  National Soccer Affiliations • (NSCAA, US Soccer, USSF) • Local / Regional Youth Soccer Associations • (NTYSA, STYSA, NEYSO and clubs such as Classics Elite, SAU, etc.)

23. Major League Soccer in San Antonio  • Past attempts for MLS • Negative Publicity • Locally • MLS Front Office • SA Pro Soccer's attempt for MLS in San Antonio • Met with several interested investor groups • Discussed prospects of San Antonio with key officials in MLS • Issues with venue • Why or why not Alamodome? • Other potential venue locations • I-35 Corridor

24. Major League Soccer in San Antonio  • Importance of Supporter's Group • Historical Context • Northerners / Red Patch Boys (Tor) - 2000+ / 1000+ members • Section 8 (Chi) - 1500+ • Barra Brava / Screaming Eagles (DC) - 1250+ / 200+ • Texian Army / El Battalon (Hou) - 1000+ members • Sons of Ben (Phi) - 5000+Importance for SA Supporters Group for Pro Soccer Success - Crocketteers • Support of SA Pro Soccer's Efforts • Texas Pro Soccer Fest • Other local grassroots events • Community Involvement • Presence at MLS Sanctioned events (i.e MLS SuperDraft) • SoB model (received approval from SoB leadership for open collaboration with Crocketteers)

25. United Soccer Leagues in San Antonio  • Presence locally / regionally • New ownership at USL / Viability of league • NuRock Soccer Holdings - AlekPapadakis, CEO • Current group, SS&E, securing market for USL D-1 • Currently in external discussion with SS&E in an advocacy role • Stadium challenges • Stadium options • Pros and Cons / MLS vs USL

26. Growing the Game in San Antonio   • San Antonio Metropolitan Youth Soccer Institute (SAMYS) • 501(c)3 created to build youth soccer facilities • Volunteer Board of local professionals with ties to the game • Soccer Texas, Schertx • 42 acre complex • Brooks City Base • Pre-season Friendlies • Metrostars v Colorado • International Matches • Dominica v Mexico - World Cup Qualifier • Guademala v Mexico - Friendly • Multiple Interliga Matches

27. Growing the Game in San Antonio   • MLS Futbolito • National Hispanic Youth Soccer Tournament • Soccer Specific Stadium - Cibolo, Tx • Worked with former City Manager and Asst. City Manager to build the region's only SSS. • Impetus to build stadium was the 2008 TPSF

28. 2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival • What is it? • 4-team MLS pre-season soccer event including: • Pre-season training camp • 6 games in a round-robin double-header tournament • Community events • 2nd Annual TPSF Scheduled for March of 2010 • History • Inaugural event held in Cibolo, TX in 2008  • Toronto FC, Chivas USA, Houston Dynamo, DC United • Online Presence • www.TexasProSoccerFest.com • Twitter:  www.twitter.com/txprosoccerfest

29. 2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont) • Importance of Festival • Litmus test for MLS • Shows market viability for pro team • High Exposure event • Deputy Commissioner was in attendance for all matches in 2008 • MLS provided all referees and officials (at their cost) to referee the matches • All Teams and MLS showcased the event on their homepages • Local, Regional and National Media coverage • Currently negotiating contracts with national and international brands for sponsorships

30. 2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont) • Organizational Structure of Festival • Ownership / Leadership •     Ed Sakiewicz - CEO & Managing Partner •     Chris Campasano - President & Managing Partner • Management • Director of Operations – James Hope • Director of Sponsorships – Rob Yowell (Gemini Sports) • Director of Teams & Hospitality- Luisa and Ivan Ferreris • Director of Marketing - (vacant) • Director of Media & Communications - (vacant)

31. TeamsTeam Liaisons (8) Marketing PR / Communications  (1-2)  Graphic Designer (1-2) Web Manager (1-2) 2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont) Organizational Needs Operations • Ticket Sales (2-3) • Ticket Takers  (3-4) Grassroots Coordinators • Fan & Youth Soccer (2) Game Day Operations • Ushers (20-30) • Field Security (5-10) • Concessions

32. 2010 Texas Pro Soccer Festival (cont) • Grassroots Advocacy • SAMYS • Nonprofit Charitable Arm • Crocketteers • Provided full exposure opportunities at games and grassroots events • At Stadium (own section within VIP area) • Invitation to Meet & Greet Party • Branding exposure on TPSF website, field signage, etc. • Other opportunities (sponsorships) • Youth Soccer  (from club level to state association level) • Adult Soccer (from club level to state association level) • San Antonio Sports Foundation • Hispanic Marketing & Community Outreach (various groups) • Military • Austin / IH-35 Outreach

33. Closing Comments • Thank You! • Additional Questions? • Michael Macias • Social Time / Networking / Fellowship