A Quiet Embezzlement Uncovered
Nancy Fetzner, a 52‑year‑old former treasurer of the North Manatee Soccer Club, stands accused of siphoning more than $146,000 from the organization’s coffers to fund a lifestyle that included travel and everyday living costs. The allegations emerged after a routine audit flagged irregular financial activity that dated back to the summer of 2023.
Investigators from the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office traced a series of transfers that began in August 2023, when Fetzner deposited over $44,000 into a club‑controlled subaccount using remote deposit capabilities. Within months, nearly $102,000 was moved from the club’s primary business account into that subaccount, a flow that authorities say was earmarked for personal expenses rather than club business.
Legal Fallout and Ongoing Inquiry
On June 29, 2026, a club volunteer uncovered the discrepancies, prompting a swift investigation that culminated in Fetzner’s arrest and removal from her treasurer role. She now faces a felony charge of scheme to defraud involving $50,000 or more, a charge that carries potential prison time and restitution requirements. To date, no public update has indicated that any of the misappropriated funds have been recovered.
The case underscores the vulnerability of nonprofit finances when internal controls are lax, and it serves as a reminder to sports organizations across the region to tighten oversight of financial stewardship. As the legal process unfolds, the North Manatee Soccer Club hopes to restore confidence among its members and sponsors.