Last Fall, I was approached regarding coaching two new high school boys teams here in Springfield for the Spring 2006 season. The organizational ground work had already been laid before I was approached. The proposal outlined to me was to create two competitive soccer teams for high school young men, to provide training, league, and competitive tournament play during the … [Read more...] about Year In Review – SpringHigh Select
Archives for June 2006
Argentina vs Germany 9:55 am
I'm not certain if that German passport I used to carry is sufficient to overcome my appreciation of this level of play. Has there been a finer goal scored in this World Cup? anal escort in dubai … [Read more...] about Argentina vs Germany 9:55 am
Brazil vs France Saturday
So folks, for those of you who are going to be in town Saturday, I thought I'd mention that my plans include taking in the Brazil vs France game at the Fox & Hound at 1:55 pm. Put down the rake, the paintbrush or whatever other project you are working on and come enjoy a good meal and what should be a fantastic match. Thiery Henry or Ronaldo, Patrick Viera or Ronaldinho, … [Read more...] about Brazil vs France Saturday
Region II Soccer Finals
Congratulations to Tyler Williams and his Scott Gallagher U17 boys team, winners this morning over the Chicago Magic in the Region II Finals. The win puts Tyler and his teammates into the Nationals, to be played in Des Moines IA next month. They are also the lone Missouri representative in Nationals this year. (photo above courtesy of Diane Williams) Region II … [Read more...] about Region II Soccer Finals
A Pat On The Back
No, I'm not going to pat any of the World Cup announcing teams on the back. As this story points out (hat tip to Bob Jordan), it has not been a memorable World Cup if you include the announcers. I've been surprised by the lack of commentary about it, even among the local soccer junkies I see almost daily. I attribute it to the fact that we've come to realize it's the price … [Read more...] about A Pat On The Back