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Barnes re-elected as B.C. Soccer president

Another 2-year term for Richmond resident

Richmond's Roger Barnes has been re-elected for another twoyear term as president of B.C. Soccer.

The vote took place during B.C. Soccer's Annual General Meeting last weekend.

Barnes joined the B.C. Soccer Board in 2010. He has been Co-Chair of Soccer Development and served on Competitions, Finance and Business Development Committees. Prior to joining the provincial organization, he was very active in his hometown serving as RYSA Chair from 2004-2010.

He also led various Local Organizing Committees when Richmond hosted events such as the CSA All-Star National Boys Championships and Coastal Cup Finals. His on the field soccer experience includes coaching and playing in the Richmond Senior Soccer League and officiating in youth.

Former BC Soccer President and now Canadian Soccer Association (CSA) Board of Director Charlie Cuzzetto was one of the special guests at the AGM and addressed the membership on behalf of the CSA.

"The AGM weekend is a great opportunity for the board, staff and membership to come together to appreciate what we have collectively delivered in the previous year, discuss the challenges we face and look at the many opportunities that we can take advantage of as we look to grow and develop the game of soccer in B.C.," said Barnes.