Visitor's Guide to Springfield Illinois
Aydin Gonulsen Memorial Tournament
THANK YOU
Hello,
On behalf of the SASA, I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to each and every one of you for being a part of our tournament weekend. Your enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and dedication made the event truly memorable. Watching such talented teams compete was a pleasure, and we are so grateful for your participation.
A special thank you to all the coaches, players, and supporters who made this weekend a success. Your positive energy and camaraderie were evident throughout the entire event, and it’s the spirit of community and teamwork that truly made it a great experience for all.
We are also extremely grateful to the volunteers, officials, and staff who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to ensure everything ran smoothly. Their dedication allowed the tournament to go off without a hitch, and we appreciate everything they did to make this a seamless experience for all.
We hope you had as much fun as we did, and we look forward to welcoming you all back for future tournaments. Until then, we wish you all continued success in your respective seasons and beyond!
Once again, thank you for being part of this amazing weekend.
Edward Rose
Tournament Director
Aydin Gonulsen Memorial Tournament - 2025
S.A.S.A. Soccer Complex | APRIL 4-6TH, 2025
In honor of Aydin Gonulsen (SSU/UIS Former AD and Soccer Coach - '43-'21) SASA will be hosting our spring tournament in Springfield Illinois.
Aydin impacted so many lives with his positive influence that lead to a better life. Such a wonderful personality with a beautiful positive attitude, he could put a smile on everyone's face.
Aydin is the reason we have such a great soccer community, and it was him who made it happen. He put Springfield and Sangamon State University on the soccer map nationally.
He enriched our community bringing in players from all over the country and internationally, many who stayed and put down roots here in Springfield and became youth soccer coaches at SASA. They improved our local players and led to Springfield producing great talent along with numerous high school and club championships over the years.
REGISTRATION OPEN
Ed Rose
Director of Coaching/Tournament Director
Phone: 217-761-8743
TOURNAMENT DETAILS:
U7-U15 Boys and Girls & U16-U19 Boys Only
Application Deadline is March 22nd
-Quality Fields 1 Facility
-Finals in all brackets (except for 5 team brackets)
-Free Parking,
-Multiple flights Elite (top) Classic (bottom)
-Experienced Referees
- Tournament Fees:
U7-U8 B & G 4v4 - $350.00
U9-U10 B & G 7v7 - $600.00
U11 - U12 B & G 9v9 - $675.00
U13 - U15 B & G 11v11 - $700.00
U16- U19 Boys 11v11 - $725.00
If mailing in payment, please send it to the below address.
SASA
P.O. Box 904
Springfield IL, 62705
THE SASA SOCCER COMPLEX:
Click HERE for driving directions/field location.
- 5/6 full size tournament-quality soccer fields; 14 intermediate tournament-quality fields
- 1 main lighted field in case of night use
- Great competition from all over the Midwest
- Scheduling requests encouraged and worked around
- The complex includes a multi-purpose building with concession areas
- Soccer Vendors, Specialty Food Vendors and other exciting amenities on location
TOURNAMENT FORMS
REQUIRED PAPERWORK AND FORMS FOR AGM
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HOTELS:
We have partnered with TRAVELING TEAMSTM to secure discounted room blocks at a variety of tournament approved hotels near our venue. This is a Stay to Play event. In order to participate, all out of town teams are required to book all hotel rooms through TRAVELING TEAMSTM.
Click HERE to choose your hotel. Do not book your hotel through any other travel agent and do not contact the hotel directly. Thank you in advance for your cooperation!
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VISITING SPRINGFIELD:
Local attractions including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library/Museum, Abraham Lincoln sites, White Oaks Mall. Great central location in Springfield, Illinois. Couple of hours from the Chicago and St. Louis areas. Great hotel options to suit every team budget and taste
Great Restaurants throughout the city, don’t forget to try our specialty “ Horseshoes” Convenient location- games will be played in one facility
