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MiSO, which stands for Men's Island Soccer Organization, was founded in August of 1996 by a group of players and teams to provide the island of Oahu it's then only men's USSF sanctioned league. It was created by players and for players where every player has a voice and every team can have a seat on the board of directors. Many people spoke of creating such League, but it wasn't until Cesar Robledo stepped forward and decided to organize the players and teams, that the League started taking form. Cesar would later become MISO's first President, with Vice Presidents Roger Mou and Sergio Bolioli as second VP. 

After a year's term, Cesar Robledo decided to step down as President and the Board elected Sergio Bolioli as its new President and Mark Robinson as VP. The League has gone through some growing pains, but has since incorporated many changes, including a play-off format, making it more exciting for players, teams and fans. MISO has strengthened its roots, and is now looking bright for the future, with the expansion of teams and strength of competition. After just ten (10) years of existence, it is now considered by most, as the premier adult league in the state of Hawaii.

In March of 2001, MISO introduced its Masters Division (45+), composed of players still seeking a challenge but too old to compete on the other Divisions. Later, in the Spring of 2002, MISO split its Open Division to create a Division I and a Division II, with promotion and relegation, making all the games more competitive. Along with the introduction of multiple Divisions, the MISO Open "Robledo Cup" was created, which involves both Divisions competing for a same crown. 

In September of 2001, MISO introduced its newly formed MISO Junior League (MJL), which focuses on the development of our future (U12 - U19). 

On July of 2002, the Board elected to have three (3) new Vice Presidents to help with the rapid growth of the league, Roger Thomas, Nawapan Smith and Isaac Holbron. However, as of 2004, only Thomas remains as a dedicated Vice President.

In September of 2006, MISO introduced its latest division, the M35+, which is for players 35 years of age and older. With this new division, MISO now  covers competition for just about all ages, as the youngest registered player is 10 years old while the eldest is 72 years.

MISO is now taking the challenge to create its newest Division, the W1. This Division will be geared towards the competitive women on the island, with the focus on developing the future of the women's game. The W1 tentative launch date is March 2008.

Plans are still in the works for a possible future Division III, which will be geared towards the more recreational minded players, as the Div I and II have become very competitive.

A Senior Division for players 55+ is also in the plans for the near future, as the competition level of the Masters Division has drastically increased in the past couple of years, making it hard for many 55+ players to keep up with the level of play. This Division will most likely  consist of teams playing with only 7 players on a reduced field.

Much Mahalos to WISA and HSA for their help, support and advice

the MISO CUP

the MISO Div II CUP

PRESIDENT:  SERGIO BOLIOLI

PHONE: (808) 722-8889

islandsoccer@hotmail.com

VICE-PRESIDENT:  ROGER THOMAS

PHONE: (808) 222-4961

rthomas@lhgamble.com

DIRECTOR:  DEYN SAITO

deyn2001@yahoo.com

DIRECTOR:  CORY MATSUOKA

matsuokac@hawaii.rr.com

DIRECTOR:  CHRISTIAN SELF

chris2xs@hotmail.com

MISO REGISTRAR:

MISO-Registrar@hotmail.com

REFEREE ASSIGNOR:  LILA VASCONCELLOS

miso_refs@yahoo.com

MISO Marketing Director:  MATT BISHOP

organicadvertising@yahoo.com

MISO Legal Advisor:  Bill Meheula

Meheula@pacificlaw.com