Comets to Host 2012 MISL Combine
Published on July 13, 2012 under Major Indoor Soccer League (MISL)
Kansas City Comets News Release
INDEPENDENCE, Mo - The Major Indoor Soccer League announced today the details for the 2012 MISL Combine, to be held in Kansas City September 27-30, 2012.
The combine will offer 96 players the opportunity to take the field in the view of MISL staff and coaches as they try to earn a coveted spot on an MISL team for the league's 2012-13 season. The four-day event will be held at the Missouri Comets' home venue, the Independence Events Center, and their training facility, the KC Soccer Dome.
"The MISL Combine is a fantastic opportunity for the nation's best talent to get out in front of MISL coaches and earn a place in professional indoor soccer," MISL Senior Director Chris Economides said. "We are looking forward to a fantastic display of a skill ahead of what looks to be one of the most exciting MISL seasons yet."
The 96 players will be put through their paces by MISL coaches and USL National Technical Director Peter Mellor. The players will receive detailed instruction, individualized testing and plenty of opportunity to showcase their abilities.
"We are excited to host the 2012 MISL Combine," Comets President Brian Budzinski said. "The impression Kansas City recently made hosting the MLB All Star events opened the eyes to many across the country, and we are thrilled to continue to show everyone at the MISL combine what a great area this is for major sports events."
The City of Independence has been the home for the Comets since 2010 and continues to support local teams, concerts, and events. "The IEC is a state-of-the-art arena and has created a great atmosphere for Comets fans," said Budzinski. "We are very proud to showcase one of our partners on a national stage."
The MISL Combine schedule is as follows:
Thurs. September 27: KC Soccer Dome 9a.m. - 4p.m. (Official Training Center of the Comets)
Friday September 28: KC Sports Lodge 9a.m. - 3p.m.
Sat. September 29: Independence Events Center 8a.m. - 9p.m. (Official Home of the Comets)
Sun. September 30: KC Soccer Dome 9a.m. - 3p.m.
Players interested in applying to be part of the inaugural MISL Combine can submit their application by clicking on the link below to visit the official Combine sign-up page to register. The deadline for applications is Friday, August 31st.
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