News for the Week of July 28, 2014

Program Notes for the Week of 7/28/2014:

Schedule for the Week of 7/28:
Monday 7/28 - Thursday 7/31 - rest, maintain fitness, maintain ball skills
Friday, August 1st
    7:30AM-9:00AM   Camp Carey (45s, Push Ups, 120s, Sit Ups, Shuttles, Planks)
    1:30PM-3:00PM   Camp Carey (2 Mile), Gauntlet (to 2 Wide Goals), 11v11
Saturday, August 2nd
    7:30AM-9:00AM   USWNT Tech Evaluation (Juggling, Dribbling), 4v4
    1:30PM-3:00PM   USWNT Tech Evaluation (Passing&Receiving), Gauntlet (to 1 Goal), 11v11
Sunday, August 3rd
    7:30AM-9:00AM   USWNT Tech Evaluation (Shooting), 4v4, 8v8
    1:30PM-3:00PM   USWNT Tech Evaluation (Driven Balls), 11v11
Monday, August 4th
    9:00AM-10:00AM Rosters Posted at Troy Shed.
   Coaches available to meet w/ players and parents.
    1:30PM-3:00PM   First official training session for the Fall 2014 Season w/ season rosters.

Remember, in order to step foot on the field for try-outs YOU MUST have a current Physical Form in place. Make appropriate arrangements if you have not done so already.


2014 Shoregal Calendar:
Please visit the Pages box on the right hand side of our blog and click on "2014 Calendar" and there you will find the 2014 season calendar. It lists times and locations for all practices, games, and any other pertinent events. Unfortunately, due to size constraints we are not able to display the calendar on our blogsite. However, when you hit on the Pages link you will find the calendar in its entirety.


Alumni Game:
Another installment of our annual Alumni Reunion Game was held last Sunday 7/27.  This year we tried a new format by joining with the Boys team to have a combined Alumni afternoon and we also changed the location to the ALHS stadium to take advantage of the turf field there.  We had 25 girls come out to play and that was the largest number I have seen in the 11 years that I have been around and is probably the most ever.  Unfortunately, the weather would not cooperate and we did not get the chance to complete a glorious comeback in the 2nd half after the HS girls carried a 1-0 lead into halftime. We will have to wait until next summer for the rematch and we hope to see everyone again next year.

The Alumni squad was made up of the following:

Lindsay Harris - Class of 2005

Caitlin Bodzioney - Class of 2006

Sarah Richardson - Class of 2006

Alana Bilancini - Class of 2008

Jamie Bush - Class of 2008

Sammy Harris - Class of 2008

Rachel Matgouranis - Class of 2008

Sammy Stuart - Class of 2008

Halle Orlinski - Class of 2009

Bridget Lyons - Class of 2010

Melanie D'Angelo - Class of 2012

Danielle Liszka - Class of 2012

Cheyenne Lukstein - Class of 2012

Annie Lyons - Class of 2012

Taylor Nedrich - Class of 2012

Jocey Spitz - Class of 2012

Dana Strimbu - Class of 2012

Jillian Strimbu - Class of 2012

Claire Jones - Class of 2013

Kailey McClain - Class of 2013

Cara Dannemiller - Class of 2014

Molly Jeffries - Class of 2014

Karen Krause - Class of 2014

Molly Maloney - Class of 2014

Ali Robinson - Class of 2014


Alumni Game Pics:

Kudos Korner:
A major event like the Alumni game cannot be put together without a lot of help from our parents, so we would like to thank the following:  Mechele Nally for coordinating the girls side along with Mark Siko who donated the plates, plasticware, and napkins and Tracy Harper who did a little of everything.  On the Boys side Vanessa Furrer coordinated their half and was assisted by Holly Spitz and Cece Carlson.


Video of the Week:
This week we will present something that promotes a little more fun with soccer in the area of soccer tricks done by girls.  See if you can practice and learn some of these moves.....

This week's video features freestyle phenom Indi Cowie performing some tricks as a warmup to a game:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CRaHULJdzsA

News for the Week of July 21, 2014

Program Notes for the Week of 7/21/2014:

Schedule for the Week of 7/21:
MONDAY - ALHS Youth Camp - 8:30 - 11:00AM at Troy.  ALHS Dutch Total Soccer Academy Team Camp 5:00 - 7:30 PM at Troy.

TUESDAY - ALHS Youth Camp - 8:30 - 11:00AM at Troy.  ALHS Dutch Total Soccer Academy Team Camp 5:00 - 7:30 PM at Troy.

WEDNESDAY - ALHS Youth Camp - 8:30 - 11:00AM at Troy.  ALHS Dutch Total Soccer Academy Team Camp 5:00 - 7:30 PM at Troy.

THURSDAY - ALHS Dutch Total Soccer Academy Team Camp 5:00 - 7:30 PM at Troy.              

FRIDAY - ALHS Dutch Total Soccer Academy Team Camp 5:00 - 7:30 PM at Troy.

SATURDAY - Open

SUNDAY - Alumni Reunion Game & Picnic - 3:00 PM at ALHS Stadium


Alumni Game:
The date for the Alumni Game & Picnic is Sunday July 27th at Avon Lake HS stadium.  We will be playing at 3:00 p.m. as part of a double header with the Boys Alumni game. Afterwards, we will have a picnic dinner. Watch your e-mail and pass the word to other Alumni and mark your calendars now for an afternoon of soccer, food, & fellowship!!


Video of the Week:
This week we will present something that has a little more fun with soccer in the area of soccer tricks done by girls.  See if you can practice and learn some of these moves.....

This week's video is entitled "Female Soccer Tricks":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LRMKFjanBJc&feature=player_detailpage


Shorty Sez:
We continue with our collection of motivational sayings coming from the Twitter sites called Women Love Sports and Coach K which may be found at:

https://twitter.com/Women_Sports

https://twitter.com/CoachKWisdom

Once there, here are some selected examples of tweets over the past week. Hope you find something that
inspires you here:

One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation.

Toughness is a talent. I would take true toughness over talent everyday. When you have both then you have a true champion.

To be your best, you have to be willing to be uncomfortable and embrace it as part of your growth process.

It's not about having the skill to do something. It's about having the will, desire & commitment to be your best.

There may be people that have more talent than you, but there's no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.

News for the Week of July 14, 2014

Program Notes for the Week of 7/14/2014:

Schedule for the Week of 7/14:
MONDAY -Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

TUESDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

WEDNESDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

THURSDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

FRIDAY - Strongsville Showcase

SATURDAY - Strongsville Showcase

SUNDAY - Strongsville Showcase


Alumni Game:
The date for the Alumni Game & Picnic is Sunday July 27th at Avon Lake HS stadium.  We will be playing at 3:00 p.m. as part of a double header with the Boys Alumni game. Afterwards, we will have a picnic dinner. Watch your e-mail and pass the word to other Alumni and mark your calendars now for an afternoon of soccer, food, & fellowship!!


Shorepals Meeting:
We have scheduled our next Shorepals meeting for Thursday July 17th at 7:30 p.m. at Las Cazuelas in the Landings.  We need to finalize plans for the Alumni game and get volunteers for the various committees along with starting to work through to do lists for those committees.  Hope to see you there!!


World Cup 2014:
The World Cup has now concluded with Germany being crowned World Champions by way of their 1-0 victory over Argentina. It was a very exciting World Cup and many consider it the best one ever.  All the official stats and results can be found on the official FIFA website at:

http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/index.html

Follow the US Men's National team at:

http://www.ussoccer.com/mens-national-team


Video of the Week:
We are going to post what looks to be an interesting collection of soccer videos presented on YouTube by Progressive Soccer Training.  I will put a new one up each week and their website may be found at:

www.progressivesoccertraining.com

This week we will present a video entitled "1 Mistake Most Players Make":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E2VuKJyiw2w&feature=player_detailpage&list=PL6SOwqge94ain8VDwUMJexqChcjWVBZNs


Shorty Sez:
We continue with our collection of motivational sayings coming from the Twitter sites called Women Love Sports and Coach K which may be found at:

https://twitter.com/Women_Sports

https://twitter.com/CoachKWisdom

Once there, here are some selected examples of tweets over the past week. Hope you find something that
inspires you here:

"In Northeast Ohio, nothing is given. Everything is earned. You work for what you have." - LeBron James

If you believe in yourself, have dedication and pride and never quit, you'll be a winner.

It is during our failures that we discover our true desire for success.

Success is peace of mind which is a direct result of knowing you did your best to become the best that you are capable of being.

Well done is better than well said.

You'll forget — the wins & losses
You'll forget — the halftime talks
You'll forget — the ups and downs
BUT YOU'LL NEVER FORGET YOUR TEAMMATES

News for the Week of July 7, 2014

Program Notes for the Week of 7/7/14:

Schedule for the Week of 7/7:
MONDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Weight Training & ACL Prevention Program at Avon Lake High School.

TUESDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Technical Training & Open Play at Troy Intermediate School.

WEDNESDAY - 7:30AM-9:00AM Running & Endurance Training at Troy Intermediate School.

WEDNESDAY - 7:00PM High School League Game vs Buckeye HS at Buckeye.

THURSDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Technical Training & Open Play at Troy Intermediate School.

FRIDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

SATURDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

SUNDAY - Coaches Contact days - 8:00-9:30AM Tactical training & 10:15 - 11:00AM Technical training at Troy.

SUNDAY - 7:00PM High School League Game vs Olmsted Falls HS at Troy.


Alumni Game:
The date for the Alumni Game & Picnic is Sunday July 27th at Avon Lake HS stadium.  We will be playing at 3:00 p.m. as part of a double header with the Boys Alumni game. Afterwards, we will have a picnic dinner. Watch your e-mail and pass the word to other Alumni and mark your calendars now for an afternoon of soccer, food, & fellowship!!


World Cup 2014:
We are almost down to the end now as we are in the last week.  Today Germany blitzkrieged Brazil by a jawdropping score of 7-1.  Germany will now play the winner of Argentina vs. Netherlands.  The final will be played on Sunday afternoon 7/13.    All the remaining games will be televised on ESPN or ABC.  Follow the World Cup on the official FIFA website at:

http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/index.html

Follow the US Men's National team at:

http://www.ussoccer.com/mens-national-team


Video of the Week:
We are going to post what looks to be an interesting collection of soccer videos presented on YouTube by Progressive Soccer Training.  I will put a new one up each week and their website may be found at:

www.progressivesoccertraining.com

This week we will present a video entitled "The Best Soccer Drills for the First Touch":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xXR8h6T5Er8&list=PL6SOwqge94ahsBirjKQtxR4tX1hcBPqfz&feature=player_detailpage


Shorty Sez:
We continue with our collection of motivational sayings coming from the Twitter sites called Women Love Sports and Coach K which may be found at:

https://twitter.com/Women_Sports

https://twitter.com/CoachKWisdom

Once there, here are some selected examples of tweets over the past week. Hope you find something that
inspires you here:

Being positive in a negative situation is not naive. It's leadership.

A champion shows who they are by what they do when they're tested.

What you can become depends upon what you're willing to overcome.

In order to get it all you must be willing to give it all.

Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far they can go.

You can't let yourself be beat because of lack of effort.

News for the Week of June 30, 2014

Program Notes for the Week of 6/30/2014:

Happy 4th of July to all our soccer families and friends!!!!!

Schedule for the Week of 6/30:
MONDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Weight Training & ACL Prevention Program at Avon Lake High School.

TUESDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Technical Training & Open Play at Troy Intermediate School.

WEDNESDAY - 7:30AM-9:00AM Running & Endurance Training at Troy Intermediate School.

WEDNESDAY - 7:00PM High School League Game vs North Royalton HS at North Royalton.

THURSDAY - 9:30AM-11:00AM Technical Training & Open Play at Troy Intermediate School.

FRIDAY - Off day this week for 4th of July.


Alumni Game:
A change in plans for the Alumni game - new date for the Alumni Game & Picnic is Sunday July 27th.  We will be playing at 3:00 p.m. as part of a double header with the Boys Alumni game. Afterwards, we will move over to Bleser Park for a cookout and other activities. More details to follow, but mark your calendars now for an afternoon of soccer, food, & fellowship!!


World Cup 2014:
During the past week in The Men's World Cup the US lost to Germany 1-0 but still clinched a place in the round of 16.  Then today they were eliminated by Belgium 2-1 in a thrilling game that the US had multiple chances to win.  The US earned some respect this World Cup even though they may not have earned the wins they so badly wanted.  Future does look bright for USSoccer.  All the remaining games will be televised on ESPN.  Follow the World Cup on the official FIFA website at:

http://www.fifa.com/worldcup/matches/index.html

Follow the US Men's National team at:

http://www.ussoccer.com/mens-national-team


Video of the Week:
We are going to post what looks to be an interesting collection of soccer videos presented on YouTube by Progressive Soccer Training.  I will put a new one up each week and their website may be found at:

www.progressivesoccertraining.com

This week we will present a video entitled "How to Score More Goals than Ronaldo":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tPz3n8YdhU&list=PL6SOwqge94aioRi-D2ok6Zbe8gzovmMjs&feature=player_detailpage


Shorty Sez:
We continue with our collection of motivational sayings coming from the Twitter sites called Women Love Sports and Coach K which may be found at:

https://twitter.com/Women_Sports

https://twitter.com/CoachKWisdom

Once there, here are some selected examples of tweets over the past week. Hope you find something that

inspires you here:

Defeat brings a lesson, it gives a chance to rebuild, a chance to start again, with the knowledge of what does not work.

You will never fully believe in yourself if you keep comparing yourself to everyone else.

Do something today that your future self will thank you for.

There's no need to be perfect to inspire others. Let people get inspired by how you deal with your imperfections.

Everything can't go perfectly. It's all about how you adapt from those things and learn from your mistakes.

Setbacks have an upside; they fuel new dreams.