Tag: soccer
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When I Grow Up
Soccer has been a part of our family for years. My kids all played–each successive child wanted their own uniform and the chance to play like the “big kids”. Several of us were at our grandson’s recent soccer game–he’s a goalkeeper but doubles as a field player when they need him there. Kolly, at two…
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The Fun Of Fandom
I’ve been a lover of the beautiful game ever since our oldest played soccer in the fifth grade. It’s a sport our whole family has gotten behind–each of our family members have specific teams we support, and the competition reaches from the field to the family room. We were able to go to the Orlando…
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Learning Curve Conundrum
Soccer is a game that requires team work and an understanding of what each position requires from individual players. There’s a learning curve to the game, as in every sport. As kids become familiar with the footwork and fundamentals, they become better able to play together. All six of our kids played soccer, and now…
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Working Together Works
Our family has a bit of history with soccer. When I was growing up in the Chicago area, soccer wasn’t an option as a sport. It was more of a football/baseball area. We moved to California and discovered the “beautiful game”. Our oldest daughter fell first to the sparkle of the game, and the other…
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What Rules Your Life?
photo courtesy of Conner Coyne on Unsplash We’ve been a soccer family since my kids discovered the beautiful game when they were young. Our grands now play with gusto and intensity. We’ve watched all six of our kids play soccer and have learned much of the rules and philosophy behind how the game is played.…
Tip of My Iceberg 