I (Sal) played 2 years in high school (junior to senior year), which I thought this was probably the most "less stress-ful" team sport I played. I recorded only one goal (Lol) during my 2 years, which I played left mid and left defense. I still love playing for fun!
We've been having some great weather the past several days, which I wanted to take advantage of it after work this afternoon-evening. I called a buddy (Eric B.) of mine if he wanted to go out and play soccer (e.g. taking turns kicking the ball to an open net, dribbling, keeping the ball in the air, etc...). Both of love spending time on the computer, which I told him that we need to get out. Eric and I spent a good 1/2 hour playing soccer. We used this time to catch-up on what we've been doing lately. This is another great way to catch-up (quality time with friends) instead of calling on the cell phone, chatting online, etc... Here you get some good exercise, absorb some Vitamin D, etc... Eric had to leave, but I ended-up staying longer to enjoy the weather and get some exercise!
Q: What are some great ways to exercise while socializing with a friend?
Men’s soccer wins second straight title
Written by Joy Heysse
Friday, 14 November 2008 "As the snow fell on Saturday, November 8, in Duluth, MN, the Cougar men’s soccer team would not, as the University of Minnesota, Morris (UMM) defeated the College of Saint Scholastica, 1-0, en route to becoming back-to-back Upper Midwest Athletic Conference (UMAC) postseason champions. It was a sort of retribution win for the team as the Saints defeated the Cougars twice this season, winning 1-0 on October 4 and 2-1 on October 26, another snowy afternoon.
The match-up was set up following victories by the two teams in their semifinal games. The Saints defeated Northwestern College in a 2-0 shutout, thanks to goals from Courtney Bonnick and Brandon Stemwedel. The Cougars defeated Presentation College by a final of 2-1 on goals by Dana Veth (junior., Ham Lake, MN) and Toby Glaser (freshman., Colorado Spring, CO). Glaser’s goal in overtime broke the 1-1 tie and sent the Cougars into the rematch against the Saints."
-Women
UMM soccer players get trip of a lifetime
Posted by Brian Curtis on Tuesday, Jun. 24, 2008
(Story by: Zach Koenig) "Morris, MN�In a little over a month from now, when the thrill of finishing another academic semester is over and the drudgery of summer employment is firmly ensconced, a group of University of Minnesota-Morris soccer players will get to experience a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
On August 5, 2008, a group will depart Minnesota for Brazil, land of a record five World Cup championship and undoubtedly the premiere soccer hotbed in the world...."
*see GoodnewsEverybody: Latino-Brazil
Event
Looking North (UMM Campus-Science Building) from the southside (Morris Elementary School)
Event InfoHost:
soccer people
Type:
Sports - Pick-Up
Time and PlaceDate:
Sunday, July 20, 2008
Time:
2:00pm - 4:00pm
Location:
UMM Soccer Fields
Street:
626 E 2nd St.
City/Town:
Morris, MN
Contact InfoPhone:
3205855573
Email:
goodnewsmorris@yahoo.com
Description
"players and watchers" are all welcome to this pick-up game at UMM's Soccer Field (east of the water tower). Come to socialize, network, and just have fun!
In case of rain, we'll just play around inside the RFC gym!
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If you haven't heard of Gigi, it's a new animated series by Thomas Nelson Publishers. Almost every little girl's heart is to be a princess. But this cartoon series doesn't rely on the fantasy or pretending. It shows them that they really are God's little princess�in all the beautiful and wonderful ways He wants us to be. This clip is the first of two snippets from the full length DVD, Bursting with Readiness, coming out in August 2008. In this episode, Gigi tries out for the soccer team but finds that soccer may not be her thing. But her best friend is great at soccer makes the team. Whether a child makes the team or not, this video provides an example of how to handle the situation with love and care. To find out more, go to www.thomasnelson.com and use the search for Gigi."
"I was REALLY inspired to make this movie, both out of a passion for soccer, and a love for our soldiers. To see this glimpse of hope, in a world broadcasting nothing but death, destruction, and loss is my mission. To show the real side of America and its allies when all we see is the bad. For those of you who have a passion for soccer as strong as an Iraqi, only you could understand how much it means to have a soccer ball to call your own. Like a Christian who\'s lived their whole life without ever having their own Bible because they could never afford one. I can only imagine the happiness they must feel.All of the pictures used in this video, were pictures I got off of google.com Both music soundtracks used in the video are from the major motion picture, Black Hawk Down"
Music
Soccer Video
"this is the song something beautiful by newsboys to a soccer video me my brother and my sister made"
-Punk Rock
falling up searchlights(indoor soccer)
Cat fighting gets ugly during BYU vs. New Mexico women's soccer match
"Throwing elbows, punching in the back, tripping, hair pulling, kicking into someone's face and sucker punches? Sounds like a typical scrum between young siblings. Well, in the 2009 MWN semifinal match between BYU and New Mexico, there was no lipstick, no perfume and no fingernail polish. There was, however, good old fashioned chick fighting.
Check out the BYU's Kassidy Shumway (21) getting her bell rung (or neck snapped) by New Mexico's Elizabeth Lambert (15). I loved a good chick fight as much as the next guy, but c'mon. That's the equivalent of a guy hitting below the belt. That's bush league, sweetie. Yep, bush league. "
"First and foremost soccer is a very physical sport that is played aggressively. The type of behavior that is on display in the Lambert video is as old as the game itself. For those of you who doubt this take a look at the France-Italy World Cup Final from a few years ago.
The second incident is a little slicker. Number 21 from Brigham Young is standing in front of Elizabeth and looking pretty innocent. She is smiling and pushing up against Elizabeth. The next thing you know is BAM, she gets thrown to the ground by her hair. Elizabeth basically snatches her right off of her feet and body slams her. Poor thing.
Well poor thing as it turns out is not entirely a victim. Watch the tape carefully. Old number 21 is backing up against Elizabeth and while she is doing this she is grabbing Elizabeth’s crotch. This is when poor thing gets slammed to the ground. In most states if you were on the street or in a bar and you grabbed a woman by the crotch like this, you’d be charged with criminal sexual assault.
Instead in this world of political correctness the lynch mobs are out to ruin Elizabeth Lambert’s athletic career. Give me a break. Everything she did was a direct result of being elbowed, grabbed, and molested. What was she do? Call time and complain? Quit? Cry? Where were the refs when Elizabeth was getting banged about the pitch?
Here’s what I think. The next soccer player that decides to cheap shot Elizabeth will give it serious consideration before doing so. Number two, if I were drafting for a professional team Elizabeth Lambert might be my first pick in that draft. You go girl."
"Soccer Mom passed out in living room while little boy calls to remind her to pick him up. Answering machine records the emotion in the child's voice. You can use this video on television to promote your church christian 12 step program, your Christian counseling business or your residence recovery program email firstdaylight@ymail.com for information."
"This is probably one of the most amazing things I've ever seen."
Training
Increase your soccer speed- Exercise #2 Pillar Skip
"Scott Piri of Athletes Performance narrates the second exercise of the "Increase your straight ahead speed" article of our Strength and Conditioning section. "
Wednesday Night Soccer
"This is video of us playing soccer on wednesday night at Junior High Youth group. Youth Group was at Crossroads Neighborhood Church, Solidrock Youth Ministries."
"On February 6, 1958, a chartered plane carrying most of the members of the English football (soccer) club Manchester United crashed on takeoff from Munich, Germany. With so many of their star players lost, some despaired over prospects for the clubs survival. Yet today it is one of the best-known teams in the world. Fittingly, the man who rebuilt the team, Matt Busby, survived the crash himself.
Nearly 2,000 years ago, Jesus arrest and subsequent crucifixion caused many of His followers to despair. The disciples themselves had lost hope. But their despondency evaporated on that first Easter morning when they found that the stone sealing the tomb had been moved aside (John 20:1). Jesus had risen!
Jesus soon appeared to Mary Magdalene (vv.11-16) and then to His disciples, who had gathered behind locked doors (v.19). His visit brought a remarkable change in them. As one version renders it, they were overjoyed (v.20 NIV).
Perhaps your world has crashed around you. It may be a deeply personal loss, a tragedy in your family, or some other great trial. Jesus resurrection proved that He is greater than the greatest obstacles. He can rebuild your life—as He did with His disciples—starting today. — C. P. Hia
He rose! And with Him hope arose, and life and light.
Men said, Not Christ, but death, died yesternight.
And joy and truth and all things virtuous
Rose when He rose. —Anon.
God can turn any difficulty into an opportunity "
*see GoodnewsEverybody.com Life: Determination, Endurance, Perseverance, Persevere, Press-On,
Related Sites:
1958 manchester united munich disaster memorial
"India (MNN) ― A victory for a children's soccer team has done more than win them a championship.
The soccer team from a Hopegivers International -sponsored Hope Home in Kota, India, won the Rajasthan state championship in their age bracket. Though the team of orphans was very nearly denied the opportunity to participate in the tournament, they played and carried themselves like champions. Our children are proof that every life matters and is precious to God, explained Hopegivers Founder Dr. M.A. Thomas.
After the historic victory, the children were greeted with jubilation and a parade was held in their honor. These children hold the distinction of being the first team from their district to win a soccer state championship since the tournament began in 1947. A celebration sorrounding orphaned and abandoned children is a wonderful thing, Thomas said
"People from the public came and took those children on their shoulders and danced with them. Then they began to give them gifts and brought food items and fruits and all these things for them," Thomas said.
The victory testifies to the team's hard work and also serves as a reminder that Hopegivers-sponsored orphans are getting the chance to be well-rounded and simply 'be kids'.
Despite the enormous amounts of difficulty faced during this last year because of his outreaches' faith-based approach, Dr. Thomas believes that this victory can go a long way to unite and bring communities together. "My dream is to rescue one million children and make them as stars, make them as ambassadors for God in various fields." "
"UNITED KINGDOM (ANS) -- The soccer world's governing body -- FIFA (The Fédération Internationale de Football Association) -- has sparked controversy after disciplining the Brazilian team for overt displays of Christianity during a match.
AC Milan soccer star Kaka and his Brazilian teammates have been told to stop making overt displays of their Christianity during matches (Photo credit: EMPICS Sport/PA Photos).
Stars including £56 million pounds sterling ($91.5 million USD) Real Madrid forward Kaka and captain Lucio revealed T-shirts with devout slogans such as 'I Belong to Jesus' and 'I Love God' during the Confederations Cup final last month.
According to Daniel King, writing for Britain's 'Daily Mail' newspaper (www.dailymail.co.uk ), FIFA has now risked accusations of being 'anti-religious' by reminding Brazil of its guidelines banning players from making displays of a personal, religious or political nature on the football pitch.
King reports that a warning letter was sent to the Brazilian football federation 'to remind them of the relevant regulations, so that such incidents do not recur in the future.'
The newspaper reports that Brazilian players, and Kaka in particular, are well-known for their strong religious beliefs and the squad and backroom staff formed a large circle and sank to their knees in prayer after the victory over the US at the end of last month.
In the subsequent team photographs, many players were wearing the Christian T-shirts, with captain Lucio prominent as he lifted the trophy, the newspaper said.
In his article, King says: "But Brazil's display of faith had an extra element of controversy because most of the players are Pentecostalists, whose leaders have been accused of violating religious freedom by attacking those of other faiths.
"In the light of Brazil's high-profile display of faith, seen around the world by millions of television viewers, the head of football in Denmark wants all religious statements banned from football."
Jim Stjerne Hansen, secretary general of the Danish football association, said: "Just as we reject political manifestations, we should also say no to religious ones. There are too many risks involved in clubs, for example, with people of different religious faiths."
King explains that FIFA rules specifically ban the use of T-shirts or other undergarments, but there is nothing that outlaws prayer or other displays of religious belief. Law 4, which deals with players' equipment, reads: "Players must not reveal undergarments showing slogans or advertising. The basic compulsory equipment must not have any political, religious or personal statements."
Brazil has escaped sanction, just as they did following a similar display of T-shirts after their 2005 Confederations Cup win, but football has made its intention clear to keep religion, as well as politics, out of sport, King reported.
According to its website, FIFA is an association governed by Swiss law founded in 1904 and based in Zurich. It has 208 member associations and its goal, enshrined in its Statutes, is the constant improvement of football.
FIFA employs some 310 people from over 35 nations and is composed of a Congress (legislative body), Executive Committee (executive body), General Secretariat (administrative body) and committees (assisting the Executive Committee)."
AIA Soccer
"use soccer to impact the world for Christ"
Goal!
Amazing soccer goals
"AMAZING!!"
Geography
AFRICAN
New Soccer Game invented in Africa by a Missionary
"Come discover the developments of the game of Socette - a new sport invented in small and isolated village in Chad, Africa. Soccette continues to grow in popularity around the world and is an effective ministry tool for kids outreach."
EUROPEAN
-Germany
Josh Langer Deutschland im Halbfinale
"Germany victories in soccer!!!"
-Ireland
Gaelic Football 1 of 3
"Gaelic Football! World's greatest sport and one of the oldest. Learn some of the basic rules and techniques invovled with gaelic football in this three part video series. If you haven't seen it you haven't seen anything!"
"The CDUC or Christian Union Sports Club as it is known in english, is a ministry to disciple boys and girls in Colombia using soccer"
*see GoodnewsEverybody.com Issues: Drugs
"The modern game was codified in England following the formation of The Football Association, whose 1863 Laws of the Game created the foundations for the way the sport is played today. Football is governed internationally by the F�d�ration Internationale de Football Association (International Federation of Association Football), commonly known by the acronym FIFA. The most prestigious international football competition is the FIFA World Cup, held every four years. This event, the most widely viewed in the world, boasts an audience twice that of the Summer Olympic Games.[6].."
The laws of the game are currently determined by the International Football Association Board (IFAB). The Board was formed in 1886[17] after a meeting in Manchester of The Football Association, the Scottish Football Association, the Football Association of Wales, and the Irish Football Association. The world's oldest football competition is the FA Cup, which was founded by C. W. Alcock and has been contested by English teams since 1872. The first official international football match took place in 1872 between Scotland and England in Glasgow, again at the instigation of C. W. Alcock. England is home to the world's first football league, which was founded in Birmingham in 1888 by Aston Villa director William McGregor.[18] The original format contained 12 clubs from the Midlands and the North of England. The F�d�ration Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), the international football body, was formed in Paris in 1904 and declared that they would adhere to Laws of the Game of the Football Association.[19] The growing popularity of the international game led to the admittance of FIFA representatives to the International Football Association Board in 1913. The board currently consists of four representatives from FIFA and one representative from each of the four British associations..."
Missions
Energia soccer ball photos
"Pictures from around the world of the Energia Soccer Ball and children."
"In the developing world today, 100 million children with painful and crippling disabilities struggle just to get around. To them, a soccer ball means more than just a game..deve.it means life is fun for the first time."
"This was a short piece by Gavin Peacock on Christians in the English Premiership as part of BBC 1's Football Focus programme. BBC obviously own the copyright on this so I'll happily remove it on request from them!"
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