Soccer in the Sand
Soccer in the Sand is a series of beach soccer tournaments held at beach locations in eight different states throughout the United States and Australia. The tournaments feature competitors organized into teams of six-eleven members. The teams compete in one or two day tournaments, depending on location. The beach will be split into different soccer fields for the tournament to be played on. This series was created in 2006. Chris Lemay is credited with the existence of these tournaments. Soccer in the sand tournaments also provide skills clinics the Friday before a tournament. Not only do they hold clinics, but they also donate money to organizations locally where the tournament was held. A tournament benefit is held and players are encouraged to bring the whole family and spend time on the beach. This tournament is becoming a very attended event. The tournament held in Grand Haven, Michigan hosts 20,000 people including players, coaches, and fans. The host's of the tournaments encourage everybody to come to the tournament. Locations Tournaments are held at the following locations: Kirra Beach, Gold Coast, Australia Santa Barbara, California San Diego, California Clearwater Beach, Florida Chicago, Illinois Michigan City, Indiana Detroit, Michigan Grand Haven, Michigan Muskegon,