Linda Bolin
Hall of Fame Inductee 2005
Long-Standing Region IV Secretary

Few people have served U.S. Youth Soccer, Region IV as long and as well as Linda Bolin.  Throughout her years as Secretary and at times, Secretary/Treasurer, Linda saw the growth of youth soccer not only in Region IV, but across the nation as well.  She was witness to the advancement of the game and the development of programs in our member states, and was present at many “first-time” events in the history of Region IV.

Linda began her volunteer career in youth soccer in 1975 when as a parent volunteer, she lent her services as a Registrar for New Mexico’s AYSO group.  In 1977 she made the transition to US Youth Soccer, as a recruiter for a then new U-10 age group being formed.  She served New Mexico Youth Soccer both at the club, league and state level until 1982, when she took on Region IV Registrar responsibilities.

Elected to the position of Secretary/Treasurer for Region IV in 1984, Linda filled the dual role until the positions were separated in 1995.  And from 1995 till 2004, she kept the Council minutes as Secretary.  Additionally, Linda worked numerous Far West Regionals tracking red and yellow cards, and assisting with administration.

For over twenty years, Linda has given her love and energy to the players, the states and the programs of Region IV, and we are grateful.

She will be inducted at the 2006 US Youth Soccer Workshop in Houston, Texas.