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Sky Blue FC Relieves Head Coach Ian Sawyers
Women's Professional Soccer has its first casualty as Sky Blue FC relieves head coach and general manager Ian Sawyers of his duties, effective immediately.
May 29, 2009 2:07:24 PM
SOMERSET, N.J. - Sky Blue FC has relieved Ian Sawyers of his Head Coach and General Manager duties. Prior to Saturday’s match, Sawyers was suspended indefinitely. And as of today, he has been released.
"The disagreements between the coach, team, and management made it impossible to move forward successfully," said Thomas Hofstetter, CEO and President of Sky Blue Soccer, the parent company of Sky Blue FC. "We need to maintain the goals, and the atmosphere that is most conducive for our team, and be able to focus on building the league. Consequently, we felt this move was necessary."
"I have incredibly strong belief in the Sky Blue FC team as players and as people, and the tremendous character and strength they have shown throughout this process demonstrates that they will be successful both on and off the field."
Gerry Marrone was been promoted from VP of Sales & Marketing to the club’s new General Manager. Marrone has spent 25 years in the world of soccer, playing, coaching and also holding administrative positions. He also owns the Central new Jersey franchise of Soccer Shots, an organization which delivers soccer education to youth.
"I've been in all types of business situations in my career," Marrone said. "I am confident, and excited, to take on the roles and responsibilities as General Manager of Sky Blue FC, to negotiate challenges and celebrate success, and to combine my business experience with my passion for soccer."
Hofstetter said that Marrone will easily make the transition. Kristin Lettiere will remain as Assistant General Manager.
"Gerry has brought skill, experience and unparalleled success to our organization in a very brief time," Hofstetter said. "I am completely confident that he is the perfect fit for this job, and that he will continue to develop in the vital role as General Manager. Together with Assistant General Manager Kristin Lettiere, we have a great administrative team in place."
Kelly Lindsey will serve as interim head coach for the second straight week. Sky Blue FC make its debut at Rutgers University’s Yurcak Field this Sunday at 6 p.m. against the Boston Breakers.
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"The disagreements between the coach, team, and management made it impossible to move forward successfully," said Thomas Hofstetter, CEO and President of Sky Blue Soccer, the parent company of Sky Blue FC. "We need to maintain the goals, and the atmosphere that is most conducive for our team, and be able to focus on building the league. Consequently, we felt this move was necessary."
"I have incredibly strong belief in the Sky Blue FC team as players and as people, and the tremendous character and strength they have shown throughout this process demonstrates that they will be successful both on and off the field."
Gerry Marrone was been promoted from VP of Sales & Marketing to the club’s new General Manager. Marrone has spent 25 years in the world of soccer, playing, coaching and also holding administrative positions. He also owns the Central new Jersey franchise of Soccer Shots, an organization which delivers soccer education to youth.
"I've been in all types of business situations in my career," Marrone said. "I am confident, and excited, to take on the roles and responsibilities as General Manager of Sky Blue FC, to negotiate challenges and celebrate success, and to combine my business experience with my passion for soccer."
Hofstetter said that Marrone will easily make the transition. Kristin Lettiere will remain as Assistant General Manager.
"Gerry has brought skill, experience and unparalleled success to our organization in a very brief time," Hofstetter said. "I am completely confident that he is the perfect fit for this job, and that he will continue to develop in the vital role as General Manager. Together with Assistant General Manager Kristin Lettiere, we have a great administrative team in place."
Kelly Lindsey will serve as interim head coach for the second straight week. Sky Blue FC make its debut at Rutgers University’s Yurcak Field this Sunday at 6 p.m. against the Boston Breakers.
Goal.com
For more on Women's Professional Soccer, go to Goal.com's women's soccer page.
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