Kicking Off 2025: Annual ISC Conference Heads to the Twin Cities

Nov 19, 2024
2 min read

It’s that time when we all start prepping for the next annual ISC Conference. Minnesota-based supporter groups (Bucket Hat Brigade, Dark Clouds, Red Loons, Revontulet, The Citizens SG, and True North Elite) are diligently working to plan the best conference possible, taking place the weekend of January 24-25, 2025, in the Twin Cities (Minneapolis and St. Paul, MN). We hope that all of our member groups will be joining us in the Twin Cities!

Registration Is Open!

Conference registration is now officially open, and we want you to make sure you don't miss out on this great event!

Please use the Google Form via Slack or our recent newsletter to:

Register your attendees.
Submit entries for philanthropy and tifo of the year awards.

These submissions not only contribute to the Conference Awards, but also help us track the impact of supporters in North America. Registration Deadline: January 3, 2025.

Why Do We Meet Every Year?

A conference for soccer supporter groups is vital in the world of the beautiful game. Soccer transcends geographical and cultural boundaries, uniting millions of passionate fans across North America and beyond. These dedicated supporters—you—play a pivotal role in shaping soccer’s culture, ambiance, and overall fan experience.

The ISC Conference provides:

A platform for sharing ideas, innovation, and collaboration.
A space to exchange experiences, best practices, and foster a sense of community.
A way to amplify your collective voice, positively impacting the sport we love.

This gathering celebrates dedication and empowers supporters to drive meaningful change, making it an indispensable event on the soccer calendar.

Why Should You Attend?

There are countless reasons to attend the ISC Conference. Here are the top ten:

Knowledge Sharing: Gain valuable insights and best practices for supporter activities, such as organizing game-day events or promoting fan culture.
Networking: Meet supporters from other clubs and regions to foster collaborations, friendships, and partnerships.
Learning Opportunities: Participate in workshops, panels, and keynote sessions led by experts in supporter culture.
Advocacy and Influence: Strategize efforts to improve fan safety, stadium amenities, and engagement initiatives.
Community Building: Strengthen the sense of belonging within the global soccer community.
Inspiration: Hear success stories that motivate creativity and innovation in your group.
Promoting Positive Supporter Culture: Address issues like discrimination, bigotry, and other challenges to foster respect and positivity in soccer.
Collaboration: Exchange ideas to influence club policies and the game-day atmosphere.
Impact the Game: Learn how to enhance the supporter experience and shape soccer culture.
Fun: Celebrate with friends from all over North America!

We’re excited to see you in the Twin Cities this January for a weekend of connection, collaboration, and community building. Be sure to visit our ISC Slack channel for all the important details, including links to registration, hotel booking, and more. Let’s make this conference unforgettable—see you there!

266 Comments

Paul Smith

an hour ago

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