Blues Cup

genesis said:
The real question is, what "is" good soccer?
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For me good soccer is soccer played with a high level of skill, intelligence, and creativity. Players on the ball play with thought and intention, proactively not reactively. Whether they are dribbling or passing or combining, playing tiki-taka, direct, or just clearing the ball, there is always an idea behind their actions. Players off the ball move in smart ways to manipulate their opponent and create space and numerical advantages. The team recognizes the moments when an attack is "on", when to slow things down, when to change the point of attack, when to take risks, and when to play safe. They understand and support each other. When the ball is lost the team reacts immediately as a unit and gets organized into a good defensive scheme designed to counter their opponent's strengths. The game is played with intensity, bravery, heart, and above all, joy. That's all I got. :)
 
norwegian said:
Look I don't know who this coach is and clearly wouldn't want an active alcoholic to be in charge of my child. I just find it ironic that @chargerfan who is such a vocal proponent of things like transgender rights is the one to cast stones at someone who is also suffering from a psychiatric and medical condition. The families who currently have this man as their daughters' coach seem to be pleased with him so why should any of you care? And people who sit around waiting for amends to be made to them obviously don't understand how the 12 step program of recovery works.
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Mr. Buttermaker
 
chargerfan said:
If fact does have insider knowledge as to other coaches from his club engaging in any behavior that could endanger a child physically or emotionally, I would like to know. I am aware this particular coach isn't the only one from that club with issues, but I don't have enough knowledge regarding the other situation to feel comfortable sharing. This is a forum for parents to educate themselves, and I for one would appreciate knowing if a coach we were considering is/has been abusive. This is not to shame, but to educate, especially when clubs have been hush hush about covering up things.
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Speaking of coaches being abusive and cover-ups, does anyone have an update on the Eagles coach accused of having a relationship with his 14y/o player? He was in court in July and set to reappear in August?
 
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