Mission Statement

The Ethiopian Sports Federation in North America (ESFNA),

founded in 1984, is a non-profit organization dedicated to

promote the rich Ethiopian culture and heritage as well as

build positive environment within Ethiopian-American communities

in North America. Its mission is bringing Ethiopians together to network, supporting the business community, empowering the

young by providing scholarships and mentoring programs, primarily using soccer tournaments, other sports activities and cultural events as a vehicle.

Thank You San Jose

ESFNA would like to express its heartfelt appreciation to our fans, players, vendors and visitors for making our 27th anniversary a success. It was, by far, one of the best tournaments we had in recent years. Our annual event designed to promote good will among the various Ethiopian communities in the US and Canada would not have been possible without the un-conditional support we received from all of you. We also, would like to thank the Ethiopian community in San Jose for their gracious hospitality and wonderful accommodations throughout the tournament. Our member teams, San Jose Anbessa and San Francisco Walliya have done an outstanding job of hosting and in the process raised the bar.

The weather was California perfect for soccer and get together. Sunny in the day time with a slight breeze in the evenings.

The crowd was typical Ethiopian. From teen-agers to adults, kids to seniors, beautiful young ladies to handsome young men could be seen celebrating their rich cultural heritage at the hotels and Spartan Stadium. One can feel the family atmosphere everywhere. You could see our beloved tri-colors green, yellow and red all over down town San Jose.

The level of soccer being played on the field was second to none. Even teams in Division II performed better than ever. Majority of the games were very competitive and entertaining. We would like to welcome our newest team from Kansas City to the ESFNA family.

The vending area was so specious that the usual over-crowded feeling was not there. The area designated for kids was the largest ever and it created a safe environment for kids to run around playing and making new friends. The variety and quality of food available at the vendors’ booth was also something to remember.

The enthusiasm of the Ethiopian Day crowd was amazing and electric. We would like to thank all the entertainers and musicians that participated in our Ethiopian Day and Closing Night celebration.

Again, thank you all and we can’t wait to see you again next year.



Day 7 - Saturday July 3^rd, 2010

Winners Ethio-LA Stars - Division I

Winners Las Vegas - Division II...they also go into division I next year.

Kansas is in!!! It will join the ESFNA family as the 28th member team starting 2011.

Division II Final

Las Vegas over San Diego : 4 - 2

Division I Final

LA Stars over San Francisco: 3 - 1

There are approximately 5,000 visitors divided equally between watching the games and or hanging out at the vending sections of Spartan stadium. The weather has been perfect all day and the

evening weather has been even better. There is an entertaining

game of soccer on the field between LA Stars and San Francisco Walia teams and healthy bantering going on between the fans of the two clubs....oh wow! Frisco just scored 1 sending the local fans into a

frenzy - game tied 1 -1. Game On!!! 70th minute LA striker takes

goalie one-on-one and scores a cheeky goal. Game 2 -1. 80th minute Frisco player gets a red. 85th minute another LA striker rips one from 70 yards away with such force that it bends the fingers of the

goalie and hits the back of the net. Game 3-1. Final whistle blows LA Stars are the champions.....Congratulations LA Stars ESFNA 2010 Champions!!!!!

Day 6 - Friday July 2nd, 2010

Ethiopian Day ..... FEAST FOR THE EYES!!!

AND THE FINALISTS ARE...

Congratulations to Division I finalists: LA Stars & San Francisco.