Desire, discipline, dedication and determination, that’s the Brentwood Soccer way.
That ethos has paved the way as the club recently celebrated its 50th anniversary on December 13.
“My deepest appreciation extends to all our volunteers, coaches, and staff, past and present,” Brentwood SC President Violette Smith said. “Your dedication transforms plans into action and dreams into reality. Looking at what we’ve achieved together, not just this year, but over the past decades, I feel humbled that we will continue to strive no matter the changes in the soccer landscape.”
Key contributors from the club’s past and present were in attendance, including former presidents Bruce Fabrizio and Norma Gorman as well as the LIJSL League Programs and Events Manager Stephanie Hernandez, who grew up playing for the club along with her husband Joe.
“It was a special evening for both Joe and I,” Hernandez said. “We both fondly remember playing games at the Pilgrim State Fields, now Brentwood State Park. This night truly felt like a homecoming and we’re both so proud of how the club has grown and how it continues to grow.”
The night full of celebration was capped off with honoring those who bleed green for Brentwood SC and have laid the groundwork for the club’s milestone. Smith, who was recently inducted into the LIJSL Hall of Fame, received the final award of the night and was left teary-eyed.
“Thank you for making our mission your own,” Smith said. “Let’s carry this energy forward as we continue working toward our shared goals for another 50 years.”