In 2010, after years of playing and coaching, Fern co-founded Beach Bums Sand Soccer with one of her best friends, Robyn, following her retirement from competitive beach soccer due to knee injuries. What began as a passion project quickly grew into a well-loved tournament series that attracts teams from across the region. While Robyn stepped away from organizing events in 2023, Fern has continued to lead Beach Bums with the support of a dedicated and experienced staff.

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Fern has been immersed in soccer since the age of six. She played at the Travel, High School, and NCAA Division I level and began coaching at just 16. Her coaching experience spans Travel, Middle School, High School, and assisting at the collegiate level. In addition to traditional soccer, Fern also spent many years playing beach soccer throughout Florida and in Virginia Beach, further fueling her love for the sport and the beach soccer community.

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Meet the Beach Bums Staff:

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• Preston Sasser has played a vital role in field setup and maintenance since the very beginning. Despite balancing a full-time job and a family, he continues to lead the setup crew with dedication and pride. Always present and ready to lend a hand, Preston is the go-to person for anything you might need—he’ll know where to find it and how to help.

• Lisa Juliano handles the administrative side of the organization. A longtime friend of both Fern and Robyn, Lisa brings business acumen and organizational skills to the table, drawing on her experience as the owner of a pool company. She plays an essential behind-the-scenes role in keeping everything running smoothly.

• Dave Minshall is a key asset for the referee crew. He is responsible for educating and assigning referees to games and is your main point of contact for any rule-related questions. Just listen for the unmistakable English accent—Dave is always happy to help.

• Brookelynne Brewer, Fern’s daughter, is the newest addition to the team, but she's no stranger to Beach Bums. She’s grown up around the administration tent and has developed a deep understanding of what it takes to run the tournament smoothly. Brookelynne is currently majoring in Exercise Wellness and is a Division II lacrosse player, bringing energy, professionalism, and a fresh perspective. Whether it’s helping with logistics, answering questions, or troubleshooting on the fly.

• Dashiell “Boy Wonder” is an essential part of the IT team. He has developed all the internal software, designed documents, managed web design, and handles tournament-wide email communications. Fern first met Dashiell as a student in her geometry class and quickly recognized that he was no ordinary student. With a strong passion for technology, education, and community service, Dashiell contributes to several local businesses and even publishes the area’s local newspaper. Despite still being in high school, his technical expertise and community-minded spirit make him an invaluable member of the Beach Bums team.