News for the Week of August 29, 2016

Program Notes for the Week of 8/29/2016:


Weekly Schedule:

Monday, August 29th
3:15PM-4:45PM Training at Troy Middle School.

Tuesday, August 30th
3:15PM-5:00PM Training at Troy Middle School
This is our last session before playing SWC Opponent Lakewood High School.

Wednesday, August 31st
5:00PM     Game 4:  JV vs. Lakewood HS at Lakewood Stadium
7:00PM     Game 5: Varsity vs. Lakewood HS at Lakewood Stadium

Thursday, September 1st
3:15PM-4:45PM Training at Troy Middle School.

Friday September 2nd

Free Day

Game Recaps:
Here is a summary of our 2nd game against Elyria:

AL at Elyria  8/22/16

AL 5   Elyria  2

Goals:
AL - Olivia Siko, Paige Hood, Amber Achladis, Sarah Gee, Allie Heschel
   
E - Haley Walton, Ja'Maya Ward

Assists:
AL - Amber Achladis, Sarah Gee

E - None

Goalies:
AL - Danielle DelGuidice - 0 saves; Elaina DeMerritt - 0 saves

E -  Kayla Beiser - 15 saves


Game Summary:
What a difference a game can make – in Avon Lake’s first game they were only able to manage two shots on goal, but the offense ignited against Elyria as the Shoregals bombarded the Elyria goal from every conceivable angle to register an astonishing 43 shots with 20 of them being on goal and five finding the back of the net in a 5-2 victory over the Pioneers.

It took a while to get going in the first half, but then Sarah Gee broke through with her first Varsity goal on a pass from Amber Achladis in front of the Elyria goal. Next, it was Paige Hood who struck a free kick from about 23 yds. out to give Avon Lake a 2-0 lead at the half.

Elyria scored quickly in the second half to make it interesting on a goal by Haley Walton in which she dribbled through several AL defenders to find her way to the net.  But then it was all Shoregals as they scored 3 goals in a span of six minutes.  The first came from Olivia Siko who took a pass from Sarah Gee and weaved her way through the Elyria defense to get the eventual game winner.  Then it was Achladis who fielded a clear out ball from the Elyria defense and blasted it right back into the goal. Next Allie Heschel was able to steal a back pass to the goalie which did not have enough pace on it and turned it into an easy goal to complete the Shoregal scoring.  The Pioneers were able to add a goal late in the game when Ja’Maya Ward got free on a breakaway.

In goal for the Shoregals were Danielle DelGuidice and Elaina DeMerritt who combined for the win and for Elyria, Kayla Beiser made 15 saves and got some additional help from the frame as 6 AL shots deflected off either the crossbar or goal posts.

No JV game on this evening as Elyria isn’t able to field a JV team at this time.  A makeup game will be scheduled against Strongsville at a later date.  

News for the Week of August 22, 2016

Program Notes for the Week of 8/22/2016:


Weekly Schedule:

Monday, August 22nd
6:00PM              Game 2: Varsity vs Elyria HS @ Ely Stadium

Tuesday, August 23rd
First day of school
3:15PM - 5:00PM   Training at ALHS Stadium

Wednesday, August 24th
5:00PM              Game 3: JV vs Avon HS @ Avon Middle School
7:00PM              Game 3: Varsity vs Avon HS @ Avon Middle School

Thursday, August 25th
3:15PM - 4:45PM   Training at Troy

Friday, August 26th
3:00PM              Film study - Rm 114 @ ALHS
5:00PM              Team Dinner - The Commons

Saturday, August 27th
10:00AM             Game 4: JV vs Westlake HS @ Burneson Middle School
12:00PM              Game 4: Varsity vs Westlake HS @ Burneson Middle School

Welcome to the New Coach:
We are pleased to announce that we have a new addition to the coaching staff this year.  Cheryl Bell will be joining the Shoregal program as a Varsity assistant coach.  Cheryl was a four year letter winner at Baldwin-Wallace University where she played striker. She also served as a Varsity captain for two seasons.  Cheryl attended high school in Piqua, Ohio near Dayton where she was an all conference performer and 4 year letter winner for the Indians. Please join me in extending a warm welcome to Cheryl!!


Game Recaps:
Here is a summary of our 1st game against Oregon Clay:

AL at Oregon Clay  8/19/16

AL 2   Oregon Clay  1

Goals:
AL - Olivia Siko - 2

OC - Alex Vartorella

Assists:
AL - None

OC - Karleigh Clere

Goalies:
AL - Danielle DelGuidice - 6 saves

OC -  Olivia Hornyak - 0 saves


Game Summary:
No matter what you are doing, it is important to get off to a good start and Avon Lake did exactly that with a 2-1 win over host Oregon Clay.  It was the Shoregals first opening game win since 2011 and their first win over Clay in their third match all time against them.

On this day, the ‘Gals were led by senior Olivia Siko who scored both goals for Avon Lake.  It must be something about the air in Toledo as the Univ. of Toledo recruit struck both her goals from 25+ yds. out to catch Clay somewhat off guard.  Her first goal came midway through the first half when she took a throw in, executed a quick turnaround, and sent a rocket (pun intended) into the Clay net. In the second half, the game winning goal came on a blast from 27 yds. out just under the crossbar and out of the reach of Clay goalie Olivia Hornyak.

The Shoregals were mighty efficient as they scored on the only two shots on goal they had during the match.  Meanwhile, Clay was continually attacking on the offensive end and sent 7 shots on goal of which Danielle DelGuidice was able to save six.  The lone Clay goal came off a free kick with 13 minutes left in which Karleigh Clere sent a shot to the goal which DelGuidice was able to block, but could not field cleanly and Alex Vartorella was right there to kick in the loose ball.  Otherwise, the Shoregal defense was smothering as Kellie Norris, Lauren Anthony, Kelly Spitz, Izzy Caputo, and freshman Tayleigh Price had the field covered.  Norris also made a key defensive play in the first half as she blocked a shot headed for an empty Avon Lake net which turned into a harmless corner kick for the Eagles.

In JV action, Avon Lake clipped the JV Eagles’ wings by a score of 2-0.  The ’Gals scored in each half as Adele Osberg tallied in the first and was matched by Erin Litzler who scored in the second. In goal for the Shoregals was Elaina DeMerritt who rang up the shutout.

Soccer Links:
With the regular season starting this week, we want to highlight some websites to increase your enjoyment of the game.  We post our stats after each game to the Ohio Scholastic Soccer Coaches Association website.  There you can find schedules, results, stats, and other info. related to high school soccer.  Their website may be found at:

www.ossca.org/ 


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:

A leader must accomplish the difficult task of getting those on the team to believe that WE supersedes ME. – John Wooden

When the older players are willing to help the younger players every day, then you've got the right environment to build a winner. –Hank Iba (famous basketball coach)

Commitment separates those who live their dreams from those who live life regretting the opportunities they've squandered. – Bill Russell

Come into practice every day with the mindset of wanting to learn, wanting to get better. Make the most of the time you have. – Sue Bird

To be successful, you have to learn to do things you don't like. You find ways to like the process and make the most of that time.

News for the Week of August 15, 2016

Program Notes for the Week of 8/15/2016:

Training Schedule:

Monday, August 15th
5:00PM              Scrimmage: JV vs Brecksville HS @ BBHHS Stadium
7:00PM              Scrimmage: Varsity vs Brecksville HS @ BBHHS Stadium

Tuesday, August 16th
3:30PM - 5:00PM   Training at ALHS Stadium

Wednesday, August 17th
5:00PM              Scrimmage: JV vs Bay High School @ Bay HS Stadium
7:00PM              Scrimmage: Varsity vs Bay High School @ Bay HS

Thursday, August 18th
Free Day

Friday, August 19th
5:00PM              Game 1: JV vs Oregon Clay HS @ OCHS Stadium
7:00PM              Game 1: Varsity vs Oregon Clay HS @ OCHS Stadium

The Case for Mouthguards:
Another concern for young athletes is whether to use a mouthguard or not. Something to consider - an athlete is 60 times more likely to sustain damage to teeth when not wearing a mouthgurard. The following article presents the case for using mouthguards:

http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/mouth-guards-in-sports-a-necessary-piece-of-equipment


Soccer Links:
With the regular season starting this week, we want to highlight some websites to increase your enjoyment of the game.  Understanding the Laws (rules) of soccer can be challenging at times.  This week we will feature a site that can help you understand those rules and you can even ask real life refs questions:

www.asktheref.com


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:

The person who rows the boat doesn't have time to rock it.

If you want to fly, you have to give up the things that weighs you down.

The measure of who we are is how we react to something that doesn't go our way.

Playing time is not about what others think, rather what you earn practice by practice, game by game: make it obvious.

Responsibility equals accountability equals ownership. And a sense of ownership is the most powerful weapon a team can have. – Pat Summitt

News for the Week of August 8, 2016

Program Notes for the Week of 8/8/2016:

Training Schedule: 

Monday, August 8th
8:30AM-11:00AM  ALHS Youth Camp @ Troy
3:30PM-5:00PM  Training @ ALHS Stadium

Tuesday, August 9th
7:45AM Photo Day @ ALHS Stadium.  Please be prompt so that we can get photos taken in a timely fashion.
8:30AM-11:00AM  ALHS Youth Camp @ Troy
3:30PM-5:00PM  Training @ ALHS Stadium

Wednesday, August 10th
8:30AM-11:00AM  ALHS Youth Camp @ Troy
3:30PM-5:00PM  Training @ ALHS Stadium

Thursday, August 11th
8:30AM-11:00AM  ALHS Youth Camp @ Troy
3:30PM-5:00PM  Training @ ALHS Stadium

Friday, August 12th
5:00PM              Scrimmage: JV vs Magnificat High School JV @ ALHS Stadium
7:00PM              Scrimmage: Varsity vs Magnificat High School Varsity @ ALHS Stadium

Saturday August 13th

Lorain County Showcase @ Troy

1st Annual FootGolf Tournament:

Proceeds to Benefit the Boys and Girls Soccer Programs at Avon Lake High School.

FootGolf is a great way to launch the start of your fall season. Join us for a one day, festive filled FootGolf event. Better your skills by working on driving the ball, chipping, and passing your ball into the soccer ball sized hole. Make sure that your shot has the proper weighted pass, kickoff and accuracy. Don't kick it in the lake or in the bushes. Shoot it up to the green and assure you get the lower score.

This game is soccer first, and golf second.   What a GREAT way to get you ready for an awesome Fall season. Beginners to the most experienced players are welcome. We will have food, prizes and entertainment. Winning teams will win deluxe trophies.

Start your season out right! Build team camaraderie. Compete against your friends. This is guaranteed to be an inaugural first class event.  We will feed you. You won't leave hungry or under entertained. Expect to have a blast. No shin guards needed! Just a ball and a competitive fun filled few hours!

Date:   Sunday, August 14th 2016
Location:         Dorlon Golf Club, 18000 Station Road, Columbia Station, Ohio.

Time:   3 Different Start Times
  9AM  Youngsters  11:30 AM Teenagers  2PM Oldsters

Format:  18 Holes Foursome Scramble with a “Shotgun” start.

Teams: 4 FootGolfers per Team

Cost Per Team:  $120 for Youngsters & Teens, $195 for Oldsters (includes food and drink)

Skill Prizes:  Contests include a closest to the pin, longest drive and a putting competition.

Events of the Day:   FootGolf, Food, Drinks, Prizes, Fun!


A Guide to Overuse Knee Injuries:
With the start of the academic sports season, the inevitable knee injuries along with aches and pains will be present for the girls.  The article below helps to explain where those pains may be coming from and what you can do to lessen them:

http://www.nationwidechildrens.org/why-does-my-knee-hurt


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:

Show class, have pride, and display character. If you do, winning takes care of itself. - Paul Bryant, legendary college football coach

The price of excellence is discipline. The cost of mediocrity is disappointment.

You don't win once in a while, you don't do things right once in a while, you do them right all the time. Winning is habit. -Vince Lombardi

Some people dream of success... others stay awake to achieve it.

Winners don't wait for chances, they take them.