ABOUT US
The Old Timers Sports Association of Minnesota (OTSAM), also known as Veteran Ahblawoe, meaning, “We used to play”, is registered with the State of Minnesota as a soccer and social organization. Members of the organization meet at least twice weekly during the summer months, occasionally or less regularly during other periods of the year to exercise, play soccer, and enjoy some reflection time.
Inspired by our love for soccer and our desire to foster peaceful co-existence among ourselves and within our communities and the State of Minnesota, the organization was established and duly registered with the State of Minnesota, securing for ourselves the opportunity and means to collaborate and thereby enjoy the benefits of promoting the awareness of health and fitness through soccer and other recreational and social activities. Some of the objectives of the organization are as follows:
- To promote sports and recreational activities
- To support and strengthen our families
- To promote education, economic and social communities
- To empower the youth of our communities to live productive civic lives
- To maintain physical fitness and live healthy lives
- To be positive role models for the youths of our communities
- To promote socialization and cooperation with other organizations and individuals with similar interests
Mission
The mission of The Association shall be “Fraternity and community building through
sports”.