Welcome to “We are Common”. Every week, we will be introducing you to the people that make up Lansing Common FC. Since this is a community-owned team, this is your chance to learn about all of those who literally make Lansing Common FC what it is. We will start by introducing you to our board members, who were elected in January. Since then, they have been hard at work getting this team ready to play soccer in 2021.
Today we are featuring Board Secretary Steve Beckman.
How long have you lived in the Lansing area, and what do you enjoy most about it?
I grew up in Jackson, MI and moved to the Lansing area in 2000 when I started at Michigan State University. I really enjoy its proximity to MSU and how Lansing is a big small town: Big enough to have a diverse community that attracts large companies and events, but small enough to keep that community tight-knit.
What was the moment or team that got you invested in Lansing soccer?
I started following Lansing United when the club was announced, but I regrettably never attended a men’s match. To make up for that lost time I went to every Ignite home game I could. The delirium I experienced in the supporter’s section after two stoppage time goals defeated Forward Madison was something I’ll never forget. I want Lansing soccer fans to have the opportunity to experience something like that every summer.
What professional or personal experiences have you brought to the board that have helped you contribute?
As an Information Technology professional responsible for managing large enterprise systems, I have nearly 20 years of experience being detail-oriented in order to ensure success. I have brought that same approach to my time as the board’s secretary and look forward to contributing to the club’s future growth.
What is something important that the team needs to do to be as successful as we want it to be?
It’s important for our team to exhibit hard work on the field and some community engagement off it. Our community was built on hard work and will show up to support a hard-working team. The more our team engages with its fans, the more exciting our match days will be, and the results will follow.
Where do you see Lansing Common FC in 5 years?
Five years from now I see Lansing Common FC as a club that attracts fans from every neighboring county, has become self-sustaining, wins 3 points, and consistently organizes to benefit its community.
I can’t wait to celebrate another win with the supporter’s section the next time Lansing’s club scores two stoppage time goals!
Starting next week, we will begin to highlight non-board members for this series. If you want to volunteer to be featured, please contact us at info@lansingcommonfc.com.
