February 18 Fundraiser for Howie Hawver

Mountain Mike's Pizza in San Carlos has partnered with Patrick Henry Lady Patriot's Soccer for a fund raiser for Coach Howie on February 18 after their last regular season game. Mention the fundraiser or print the flyer found at this link. http://www.mtnmikes.com/www/upcomingevents.shtml

Amazing Race Champs Honor Hawver

From XKSoccer San Diego

By: Michael Bower

SD Spirit Coach and Director of Soccer Operations Howie Hawver was honored by The Amazing Race champions Meghan Rickey and Cheyne Whitney as the two Patrick Henry HS alums wore red “Fight ALS” wristbands all the way to the finish line.

Rickey (SD Surf/Patrick Henry HS) is a coach for the Poway Vaqueros. Hawver, who formerly coached Rickey at Patrick Henry, was diagnosed with with ALS, often referred to as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, in December 2008. Hawver was the biggest fan of jet-setting duo, as he watched the two explore the world and win a million dollars.

XK: What was your first reaction when you seen the two had won the million dollars? Howie

Hawver: Obviously, I was excited to see them come running in first with those huge smiles on their faces. I was proud of them but not surprised. They're gamers, they always knew how to bring out their best when they need to. They really did when they counted the chips.

XK: How often did you watch and track how they were doing on the Amazing Race?

HH: My wife, Lianne and I watched every week at her family's Sunday dinners. After a couple of weeks, most of her family was pulling for them too.

XK: Did you contact Meghan at all since the win or did she contact you?

HH: No, she is too famous now. Just kidding. I plan to but emailing takes me awhile. I do want to tell her I am proud of her and Cheyne.

XK: How much did it mean to have them honor you with the wrist bands the way they did?

HH: It's the ultimate reward for a coach or teacher when a former student says you had a positive effect on me. For them to do that in that way on national television made it even more special. If it helped increase awareness of ALS, then their gesture takes on an even greater meaning. Yes, I felt honored that they wore them.

XK: What did you enjoy most about watching the two during the show?

HH: I thought they displayed outstanding character. They had a great balance of support, encouragement and enjoyment. They helped each other through their frustrations but were not afraid to get under each others skin. They did it just enough to motivate each other through the next challenge.

XK: Any other thoughts about the two?

HH: I am sure Meghan will use her race experience to motivate her players. I look forward to hearing more in a week when we see her at the alumni game, that is, unless her and Cheyne are planning a return trip to Dubai for Christmas.

Grossmont College Coach Hawver collects 200th win

EL CAJON – Entering his 15th year at the helm of the Grossmont program, one of Coach Howard Hawver’s goals was to see the team reach 200 wins. This accomplishment came on Friday, September 25, 2009, as the lady Griffins defeated Palomar College by a score of 1-0. As fate would have it the deciding goal came from a 40 yard blast from Jenna Sanders, a player that Hawver coached when she was a youth.

For Hawver, the only coach Grossmont has known, win number 200 is part of an astounding overall record of 200-58-30. Under Hawver, Grossmont teams have won the PCC Championship five times and reached the Southern California playoffs 14 out of 20 years. When asked what this means to him, Hawver replied, “It’s a great honor if you’re looking back, but more important, it is this team’s third win of the year.”

Hawver is the longest tenured Community College Coach in San Diego County. When asked what keeps him going, Hawver said, “Number one, God, who gives me the strength to continue everyday. Two, my wife and family, who support me every step of the way, and three, the incredible staff at Grossmont who do everything to keep me on the field.”

Hawver also added, “I have had the pleasure of working for three incredible athletic directors; Felix Rogers, who hired me, Bobby Thompson, who helped re-motivate me, and James Spillers, who doesn’t know the word “no”, with him it was always “yes”. Spillers is very positive.”
When asked what is next, Hawver replied in typical fashion, “We have another game Wednesday and we hope to compete for the conference (championship) and reach the playoffs once again.” In other words, the focus is on the team now.

Reprinted from Grossmont College website.

The Grossmont team currently stands at 4-1 near the top of the PCC Standings.

Howie Named 2008-09 CIF Coach of the Year

On Tuesday, October 27, 2009, the San Diego CIF Board of Managers will honor our very own Howie Hawver as the 2008-2009 CIFSD Girls' Soccer Coach of the Year for his work with the Patrick Henry High School soccer teams. The presentation will be at the San Diego County Office of Education, 6401 Linda Vista Road, Room 401, San Diego 92111. This is an honor long overdue. In the 11 years that Howie has coached the Lady Patriots, he has amassed some pretty amazing accomplishments:

CIF playoffs in all 11 years of coaching
Eastern League Champions 8 years in a row (still continuing)
Eastern League Champion in 9 of 11 years (in other two years, second place)
Produced 9 Eastern League Players of the Year
PHHS Record of 176-34-32 (Most wins in PHHS History)
PHHS winning percentage of 79% (Highest in PHHS history)
Eastern League Record of 111-6-11 (89% winning percentage)
Produced over 25 players that went on to play Collegiate Soccer

Congratulations Howie!!!

Howie Named Among Most Influential in San Diego Soccer Community

Howie Hawver was tabbed # 11 in XKSoccer's review of San Diego's 50 Most Influential People in the San Diego Soccer Community. The poll noted:

11. Howie Hawver: The San Diego Spirit director of soccer operations monopolized the headlines this year. The majority of the community was outraged when CSC San Diego cut ties with the coach who learned he had Lou Gehrig's disease in December 2008. The Crusaders opted for a one-director program, which ended up working out better for Hawver, who was always told he should have his own club. He finally has that with the upstart Spirit. With Hawver's diagnosis public, the community rallied around the coach who spent the past 15 years developing the Grossmont College women's soccer program, and the better part of the decade making Patrick Henry HS a perpetual CIF playoff contender.

For the entire list, see http://soccer.xksandiego.com/news.php?viewStory=3232

Congratulations Howie!!

Spirit Shines at Friends of Howie Day

Friends of Howie Hawver Day on June 13 raised more than $3,000 for long-time San Diego coach Howie Hawver, who is living with ALS (otherwise known as Lou Gehrig's Disease). The event was held at the North County Soccer Park in Poway, and included indoor and outdoor games for all ages. Hawver had a great day seeing his friends; the kids had a awesome time in the jumpy and face-painting booth; and there was lots of soccer to be had.

NCSP is hosting the next "Howie Hawver Day" June 13

Come out and lets fight ALS together at the North County Soccer Park!!


When: June 13th 8 am - 4 pm

14530 Espola Rd, Poway CA 92064


FEATURING
* Raffle * Silent Auction * Food ALS booth *Jump for the kids * 6v6 games * Rehab United sports clinics * Howie Shirt!
*Music * Snow Cones * Face Painting * Juggle competitions * Activities * Much more come and check it out!

SOCCER FUN AGENDA- Sign up TODAY!
- Howie’s Alumni 6v6 game
- DOC & Coaches’ 6v6 game
- U8/U9s game , U10/U11 game, U12/U13 game, U14/U15

Game’s will be played as a friendly in the “Spirit” of soccer. If interested please contact us!!
Kimberly at Bstdysofmylife@aol.com or Dave Ridenour at dridenour762@aol.com to sign up.

*More info can be found on XKSOCCER.com and SoCalSoccer.com and below!

Items in Auction Include:
Fox Soccer Channel Signed Ball by broadcasters.
Tickets to the June 21st game Sol vs. Pride

LA SOL GEAR signed by whole team!

Jersey - Year Book - Ball (each signed by the team including MARTA 2 time FIFA winner!) Chargers signed football -Gates/Cromartie.. More to come!!

We also have someone doing face painting now!

SATURDAY JUNE 13, 2009 @ NCSP (POWAY)

INDOOR ARENA

8:00 _____________ vs _________________( $50 Donation per team)
8:30 _____________ vs _________________( $50 Donation per team)

9:00 _____________ vs _________________( $50 Donation per team)
9:30 _____________ vs _________________( $50 Donation per team)

10:00 _____________ vs ________________( $50 Donation per team)
10:30 _____________ vs ________________( $50 Donation per team)

11:00 _____________ vs ________________( $50 Donation per team)

11:30 _____________ vs ________________( $50 Donation per team)
12:00 _____________ vs ________________( $50 Donation per team)

* The above games will go for 25 minutes each. No half-time stoppage.

12:30 Coaches Game - You must register to play. We will register 2 teams of coaches to play a game. The cost; $25 per player. Each team will have a roster of 10-12 players. The first 24 to register will play.

1:30 Howie’s Alumi Game - You must register to play. We will register 2 teams of players that played CLUB for HH to play this game. The cost; $25 per player. Each team will have a roster of 10-12 players. The first 24 to register will play.

Coaches & Alumni game two 25 minute halves.

SATURDAY JUNE 13, 2009 @ NCSP (POWAY)

6 V 6 FIELD #1

8:00 ________ vs _______ ( $50 Donation per team) U10 Boys or Girls
8:30 ________ vs _______ ( $50 Donation per team) U12 Boys or Girls

9:00 ________ vs _______ ( $50 Donation per team) U14 Boys or Girls
9:30 ________ vs _______ ( $50 Donation per team) U16 Boys or Girls

10:00 _______ vs _______ ( $50 Donation per team) WOMENS GAME

10:30 HIGH SCHOOL ALUMNI GAME--must reg to play (we will be reg 2 teams of players that played for HH @ PATRICK HENRY or against) to play a game. The cost; $25 per player, includes shirt. Each team will have a roster of 10 players (The first 20 to reg).

11:30 COLLEGE ALUMNI GAMEmust reg to play (we will be reg 2 teams of players that played for HH @ GROSSMONT) to play a game. The cost; $25 per player, includes shirt. Each team will have a roster of 10 players (The first 20 to reg).

6V6

25 minute halves for High School - Alumni - College Games GK may not send ball in air over mid line. Maximum 10 player roster