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Web Changes

This is where we'll announce the most recent additions to our web site. If you've visited us before and want to know what's changed, take a look here first.

[New!] Penn State Tournament Registration Period EXTENDED!
May 5, 2006:  2006 Penn State Tournament registration period extended to Friday, May 19th.  All teams will be notified by that following Monday (May 22nd) of their application status.
 
        Hershey T-Shirt Order Form Posted
    
 Hersheypark Ticket Purchase Period Opens
May 4, 2006:  The pre-order form for the T-Shrits is posted here.  The Hersheypark Ticket purchasing period opened.  Tickets may be purchased here.
 
        Accepted Teams are announced for 2006 Hershey Invitational
April 10, 2006:  Accepted Teams are posted here.
 
        Inaugural Penn State Tournament registration OPENS!!
March 29, 2006:  The Inaugural Penn State Tournament online registration is available here.  The 2006 tournament will be the first in State College and will be held July 1-2, 2006.  All proceeds will benefit the Centre County United Way.

        2005 Hershey Invitational Donation Announced!!
March 23, 2006:  Kicks 4 Kids has donated $10,653.00 to the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps via the Phi Kappa Tau Foundation.  These monies were the direct result of the 2005 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational, held on June 17-19, 2005 in Hershey, PA.

        Phone & Fax Numbers go TOLL FREE!!
March 20, 2006:  Kicks 4 Kids changes contact phone numbers to better serve the vast region of which teams travel from to participate in our charity event!  The new phone & fax numbers can be found at the bottom of our home page.

        Hershey Invitation Permission to Host Form Posted on web.
January 25, 2006:  The US Youth Soccer approved Permission to Host Form is posted on the website.  The 2006 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational is sanctioned by Eastern Pennsylvania Youth Soccer Association.

        Kicks Kids Announces EXPANSION for 2006 to State College, PA.
January 23, 2006:  Kicks 4 Kids Charity Youth Soccer Tournaments is pleased to announce that it is adding a new tournament available to the youth soccer community.  The inaugural Kicks 4 Kids State College Soccer Festival will be held on July 1-2, 2006.  The tournament will host more experienced traveling teams and play on the facilities of perennial Division I mens' & womens' soccer teams at Penn State University.  In partnership with Penn State University and Centre Soccer Association, all proceeds from the State College Soccer Festival will benefit the Centre County United Way.

        2006 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational Registration Opens
January 23, 2006:  The 2006 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational online registration is available here.  The 2006 tournament will be the 7th consecutive year at Hershey with all proceeds benefiting the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps.

        Tournament Calendar Updated.
     T-Shirt Pre-Order Deadline Extended.
May 14, 2005:  Please check the Tournament Calendar as it has been updated.  Also, The T-Shirt Pre-Order Deadline has been extended.  Orders must be postmarked by Friday, May 20, 2005.
 
        Hersheypark Tickets Now Available.
May 3, 2005:  Discounted Hersheypark tickets can now be purchased online here for $27 per ticket - a portion of which is donated to the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps.

        2005 Accepted Teams Announced.
April 8, 2005:  The Tournament Committee announce the acceptance of 164 teams for the 2005 Hershey Invitational.  T-Shirt Pre-Order sales are now available.
 
     2005 Hershey Invitational registration now open.
January 28, 2005:  The 2005 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational is now available.
 
       2005 Hershey Invitational dates set.
December 2004:  The 2005 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational to be held June 17-19, 2005 in Hershey, Pennsylvania.  This will be the 6th year for the annual Hershey Invitational.
 
     2004 Hershey Invitational donates $17,299.00 to the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps.
November 24, 2004:  Kicks 4 Kids donated $17,299.00 to the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps via the Phi Kappa Tau Foundation.  This is the 2nd largest single donation to the Phi Kappa Tau Foundation earmarked for the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps.
 
      Discounted Hersheypark Tickets are now available.
May 2, 2004:  Discounted Hersheypark Tickets are now available for purchase online by clicking here.  No tickets will be available at tournament weekend and purchases can be made until Sunday, June 13th.
 
      North-American Interfraternity Conference recognizes Kicks 4 Kids at annual luncheon!
April 26, 2004: The North-American Interfraternity Conferences awarded Kicks 4 Kids a 2004 Laurel Wreath Award at the annual luncheon in Alexandria, VA.  This award is given to original programs, events, and acts that hold to the ideals of fraternalism among the nation's leading fraternal organizations.  Pictures of the event can be viewed here.
 
      2004 Accepted Teams Posted
April 2004: 150 teams from 8 states will be participating in the 2004 tournament.
 
      Kicks 4 Kids Tournament Recognized as the Best!
October 2003: The North-American Interfraternity Conference has recognized Kicks 4 Kids as "The Best Special Event in The Country"
 
      The 2003 KICKS 4 KIDS Tournament has been cancelled.
June 21, 2003:  All games this weekend will be cancelled in their entirety due to the past and current weather conditions.  Click here to view the weather policy and refund plans.
 
      Weather Policy and Procedure Posted for 2003 Tournament
June 20, 2003:  As a result of numerous inquiries, we have posted a page dedicated to the current tournament status and weather conditions at the 2003 tournament.  Click here to view the weather page.
 
     Directions Page Updated for 2003 Tournament
June 8, 2003:  The Directions webpage has been updated for the 2003 Hershey Invitational to include all new locations and selected field site maps.

     Roster Submission Deadline Changed
May 16, 2003:  The 2003 Mandatory Roster Form Deadline as been changed to May 23, 2003 to allow for 1 additional week for rosters to be submitted.  Changes may be made until Wednesday, June 18th by emailing registration@kicks4kids.org, but will not be incorporated into the tournament program.
 
     Team Acceptance Packets Mailed
May 14, 2003:  The 2003 Team Acceptance Packets were mailed on this date to respective team contacts.  Please allow 3-5 days for delivery.  If you did not receive one by Wednesday, May 21st--email Andy Cecere (ONLY TEAM CONTACTS, PLEASE).  Please review your packet thoroughly and pay close attention to revised forms and deadlines.
 
     Mandatory Roster Submission Form Posted
April 25, 2003:  The 2003 Mandatory Roster Form has been posted.  All ACCEPTED TEAMS ONLY must complete and submit this form by May 23, 2003.  A state-approved roster is still required to be present at Sign-In on Friday, June 20th for verification purposes only.
 
     T-Shirt Pre-Order Deadline Changed
April 24, 2003:  The 2003 T-Shirt Pre-order Deadline as been changed to May 23, 2003 to allow for 1 additional week for pre-orders to be made.
 
     Accepted Teams Posted
April 18, 2003:  The 2003 Accepted Teams have been posted on the web.  All accepted teams will be receiving an informational/acceptance packet in the mail in Early May.  All non-accepted teams will be receiving notification along with a full-refund shortly.
 
      2003 Tournament T-Shirt Design & Pre-Order Form Available
April 8, 2003:  The 2003 T-shirt design has been finalized.  Pre-Order forms are now available.
 
      Team/Age Group Status Posted
April 6, 2003:  The teams that have registered for the 2003 KICKS 4 KIDS Hershey Invitational have been announced on the website.
 
        Derry Township School Directors waive field usage fee
March 24, 2003:  In a 8-0 vote, the school directors decided to waive the normal field usage fee for use of 4 fields at Hershey High School.  This is the 3rd straight year of support from the School District to help us raise funds and awareness for the Hole in the Wall Gang Camps!!  Thanks!!

      2003 Registration Application Posted
December 3, 2002:  The 2003 KICKS 4 KIDS Hershey Invitational is posted online.  New for 2003, all applications will be processed online only.
 
      2002 Total Raised Announced
September 16, 2002:  The 2002 KICKS 4 KIDS Hershey Invitational raised $14,751.60.  A special thanks to all our continuous supporters and participating teams.
 
      2003 Tournament Dates Announced
August 2002:  The KICKS 4 KIDS Hershey Invitational will be held on June 20-22, 2003 in Hershey, PA.  Again, all proceeds will be donated to the Hole In The Wall Gang Camps.  Registration applications will be available in late November/early December.
 
      2002 Tournament Wrap-up Information Posted
July 19, 2002:  Tournament wrap-up began to be posted and updated.  Results will be posted in early September as they are compiled.
 
      Referee Payment Information Page Updated
July 19, 2002:  Referees with questions regarding outstanding balances or general inquiries may visit the Referee Page.
 
      Tentative Schedules Announced
May 7, 2002:  Tentative Schedules were announced.  They can be downloaded from our Schedules page.  Copies will be mailed on May 9th, 2002.
 
      T-Shirt Pre-Order Form Posted Online
April 30, 2002:  The pre-order form that was sent with the information packet can now be downloaded from our T-Shirt page.

      Comfort Inn Harrisburg East Hotel Added
April 21, 2002:  Check the hotel list for newly added hotels in the Hershey Area that support our tournament.
 
         2002 Accepted Teams Posted Online
April 20, 2002:  The Teams accepted to the 2002 Tournament are now posted online.  Click on the COACHES link on the home page.
 
      T- Shirt Design Posted on the Web
April 15, 2002:  The 2002 Tournament T-Shirt design is now posted on the web.  Pre-Order forms will be included in your team acceptance packet.

       Hilton Harrisburg & Towers Hotel Added
April 5, 2002:  Check the hotel list for newly added hotels in the Hershey Area that support our tournament.

       Wyndham Garden Hotel Added
March 13, 2002:  Check the hotel list for newly added hotels in the Hershey Area that support our tournament.
 
      Tournament Brochure and Application Posted Online
March 12, 2002:  Tournament Brochures will no longer be sent out via U.S. mail because of the upcoming registration deadline.  Everything necessary for registration can be downloaded and printed.
 
      Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's) Page Added
March 10, 2002:  A page was added to answer your most commonly asked questions.  The page can be accessed by selecting "Questions" from the navigation bar on the top of every page.

       Kicks 4 Kids Webpage Moves Computer Servers
February 27, 2002:  We sincerely apologize for the recent unavailability of our web site.  We moved our web to a more reliable provider to ensure that we are always "online" for you.
 
      Derry Township School Directors waive field usage fee
February 12, 2002:  In a 6-1 vote, the school directors decided to waive the normal field usage fee for the 2002 tournament for the Hershey High School Fields.  Kicks 4 Kids applauds the directors for supporting a worthy cause!
 
      Kicks 4 Kids Webpage Gets a New Look
January 27, 2002:  The web has received a facelift and links have been updated.
 
     Sponsoring Hotels for the 2002 Tournament Posted
January 6, 2002: Participating hotels and contact information can be found online.
 
        2002 Tournament Date Announced
November 17, 2001: The 2002 Kicks 4 Kids Hershey Invitational tournament will be held on June 15 & 16th in Hershey, PA.
       
        Kicks 4 Kids Announces $2,969.67 raised at the 2001 Tournament
 
        U.S. Senator Speaks at Tournament Fundraiser
May 28, 2001:  U.S. Senator Rick Santorum, A Republican from Pennsylvania, spoke at a "KICKS 4 KIDS" fundraiser on May 27 at the Holiday Inn Express in State College, PA.  The event raised $3,200 and a good time was had by all!
       
        Derry Township School Directors waive field usage fee
April 9, 2001:  In a 7-2 vote, the school directors decided to waive the normal field usage fee for the 2001 tournament (the usage fee would have cost the tournament around $1800).
      
        Kicks 4 Kids Establishes Internet Presence
January 27, 2001:  Since last year we acquired a new home on the internet at KICKS4KIDS.ORG
 

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Last modified: February 28, 2007.