CLUB-WIDE NEWS

 

TeamSnap Moving to Teamsnap One


Beginning in the fall of 2026, we will be using the new TeamSnap One app for all Club communication. It is very important that you download the Teamsnap One mobile app (just the free version - you don't need a subscription) in order to stay informed. If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to the office for help.

 
 

Festival of the Hills Clean-Up


Volunteers needed! We are seeking volunteers, ages 14+, to help clean up Borden Park after Festival of the Hills. If you are able to give a few hours of your time, please meet at Borden Thursday morning, June 25, at 8:00 am. Be sure to wear your RSC or Stars gear!

 
 

REC & SDA NEWS

 

All-Star Weekend Recap


Thank you to all the players and coaches who helped make our spring All-Star games a success! Congrats on a great day of competition! And a special thank you to our exclusive All-Star sponsor Zarminali Pediatrics! Click below for highlights from the day.

 
 

Have you signed up for Summer Camp?


Our Summer Soccer Camps are underway! If you haven't signed up yet, there are still three more weeks to join us:


  • Week 3: July 6-10
  • Week 4: July 13-17
  • Week 5: July 20-24
 
 

Fall Registration Reminder


A reminder that fall registration is already open! Go ahead and mark this item off your to-do list! ✅ Early bird discount for U6-U19 ends July 19.


Additionally, we will once again be offering a Refer-a-Friend discount for Micros and U6. Grab a friend and sign up today! (Offer not valid for siblings.)

 
 

MICHIGAN STARS OAKLAND NEWS

 

Oakland Festival & Tryouts


Thank you to everyone who came out to our Oakland Festival and Tryouts and congratulations to all our new and returning players and families! We are very excited about another fantastic year of Michigan Stars soccer. Check out the highlight reel below.

 
 

Welcome New Stars Coaches!


We are pleased to announce the addition of several new coaches to our coaching staff for the 2026-2027 season! Please join us in welcoming Joel Hachem and Samantha Zerilli to the Michigan Stars Oakland family.


Joel joins the staff from the Stars Developmental Academy (SDA). He grew up in Nouakchott, Mauritania, where he played professional soccer for four years before moving to France to play for two years with the Bordeaux B team. Since 2017, Joel has coached college soccer in Flint, MI, where he coached both the men’s and women’s programs. Joel holds a USSF National D License.


Samantha also joins the coaching staff from SDA. A lifelong soccer player, Samantha competed collegiately at Ferris State and Schoolcraft College before finishing her last two years at Texas A&M International. Samantha holds a U.S. Soccer Grassroots License and is currently working towards her D License.

 
 

Stars Represent Michigan ODP


Stars Oakland was well represented at the 2026 ODP Midwest Sub-Regional Tournament in St. Louis last weekend! Five players from our 2015 Boys Pre-MLS NEXT team competed with Michigan ODP, showcasing their talent against top regional competition.

Pictured: Lucas Zhang, Carter Ward, Max Esshaki, Wes Andres and Magnus Borgnes


We’re proud to see these players earning opportunities to compete at a high level and represent both Michigan ODP and Michigan Stars Oakland. Keep up the great work!

 
 
 

Summer Training Programs


Many of our athletes will be taking advantage of our summer programming through Summer Elite Training (SET) and the Summer Champions Cup (SCC). These programs are designed to keep players’ skills sharp throughout the off-season while providing continued development opportunities under the guidance of our licensed travel coaches. Through consistent training, competition, and skill-building, athletes will be well-prepared for the upcoming season.

 
 

COACHING STAFF EARNS NATIONAL LICENSES


Our coaching staff is committed to continuous growth and development, always seeking to expand their knowledge of the game to enhance the experience for our players. We recognize the significant time commitment, dedication, and professionalism required to earn a USSF National Coaching License. Congratulations to the following coaches for achieving this important milestone and demonstrating their commitment to excellence:

Josh Kidder

National C License

Sanin Curt

National D License

Ahmed Abderrahmane

National C License

Javad Alavi

National D License

Maya Bellomo

National D License

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