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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 23, 2021 15:14:33 GMT -5
No pun intended but "Me Too" 😋
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Post by Soccerhouse on Mar 24, 2021 7:54:21 GMT -5
I personally (let me clarify, that I have no insider info and am basically an idiot) did not think he would stick as the AU2 coach. Just didn't seem like the right move to go from coaching a first team back to the 2s. It has to be completely hard to switch the mentality also -- one is win at all costs, the other is, well I don't know what the other is.....
Another tough spot for him taking over a team 40 points out of first place. Their are clearly worse teams in the Scottish Premiership as well.
Was he brought on because of the partnership between the 2 clubs?
I personally know very little about scottish ball, remember i'm the village idiot..... So I have no idea what the expectations are etc.
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Post by bogan on Mar 24, 2021 8:17:47 GMT -5
I personally (let me clarify, that I have no insider info and am basically an idiot)...
That about sums up my knowledge of things As well...🤣
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Post by flix on Mar 24, 2021 8:33:41 GMT -5
My understanding is he played for Aberdeen. I think it’s a good position for him. He hopefully will be given time to learn. Maybe the expectations will be lower and he can surprise people with his ability to coach. He will be in Europe, which could lead to other managerial positions in the future for him. Perhaps with him being manager maybe some AU kids can go on loan or signed. But I am not an insider either.
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 24, 2021 8:38:22 GMT -5
I personally (let me clarify, that I have no insider info and am basically an idiot) did not think he would stick as the AU2 coach. Just didn't seem like the right move to go from coaching a first team back to the 2s. It has to be completely hard to switch the mentality also -- one is win at all costs, the other is, well I don't know what the other is..... Another tough spot for him taking over a team 40 points out of first place. Their are clearly worse teams in the Scottish Premiership as well. Was he brought on because of the partnership between the 2 clubs? I personally know very little about scottish ball, remember i'm the village idiot..... So I have no idea what the expectations are etc. Like most jobs of this nature, it is based on relationships. Dave Cormack and Stephen Glass have a very good and close pre-existing relationship. Dave Cormack is the Chairman of Aberdeen FC. and former businessman who at one time was based out of the ATL and forged that relationship. FYI - Here is look into Stephen Glass' first RedTV Interview & hear from Dave Cormack : |
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 24, 2021 8:51:38 GMT -5
My understanding is he played for Aberdeen. I think it’s a good position for him. He hopefully will be given time to learn. Maybe the expectations will be lower and he can surprise people with his ability to coach. He will be in Europe, which could lead to other managerial positions in the future for him. Perhaps with him being manager maybe some AU kids can go on loan or signed. But I am not an insider either. The current Chairman of the Dons, wants to play the AU way, on the front foot and constantly attacking. We shall see if Stephen is able to accomplish that with the current roster he has. Some moves may have to be made to allow for that style of play. In regards to the academy lads from AU getting a chance there, the same immigration related rules apply. They would have to have a passport/permission to stay for an extended time outside of a week or two. The three that went over a couple of years ago, all had the "paperwork" to stay and train... |
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 24, 2021 16:02:39 GMT -5
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 31, 2021 16:51:23 GMT -5
Hearing some rumblings of the Atlanta United Academy Group possibly starting up some type of school for the Academy Players modeling another successful MLS Academy in the Northeast. Is this going to be free to the Academy Lads, some nominal fee or full payment akin to a private school? Will it be housed at the training grounds or a subset of an existing school? I hear they also brought in Stewart Lathan, a seasoned and prolific fundraiser known locally in the halls of private school academia to be the "Academy Player Liason" I for one think that would be an awesome next step to alleviate having to deal with the chaos of high school and the academy. Next thing should be a residency program. Hey allthingsoccer can you verify this and if possible give more details for the class... Also, to close out the Month - In honor of Women's History Month, AMB Sports + Entertainment will host a virtual women's-focused career panel titled "ConvHERsations" presented by Mercedes-Benz. The panel aims to provide young women in Atlanta with the opportunity to gain knowledge, insights, and career advice from women among the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Mercedes-Benz USA, PGA TOUR Superstore, and The Home Depot Backyard... |
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Post by Soccerhouse on Mar 31, 2021 17:36:31 GMT -5
Seems pretty easy slap - some computers in a room, sign up for an online homeschooling program and done. Have a robot click buttons and the keyboard during the day and hire someone to oversee and help mentor along the way.
done.
didn't many of the highschools even pre-covid have a virtual/online program that kids could enroll in for a small fee?
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Mar 31, 2021 18:28:23 GMT -5
Seems pretty easy slap - some computers in a room, sign up for an online homeschooling program and done. Have a robot click buttons and the keyboard during the day and hire someone to oversee and help mentor along the way. done. didn't many of the highschools even pre-covid have a virtual/online program that kids could enroll in for a small fee? I read about a deal they have/had last school year with Marietta Public Schools, so not sure if this is tied to that or is a completely separate thing... |
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Post by allthingsoccer on Apr 1, 2021 9:19:27 GMT -5
Hearing some rumblings of the Atlanta United Academy Group possibly starting up some type of school for the Academy Players modeling another successful MLS Academy in the Northeast. Is this going to be free to the Academy Lads, some nominal fee or full payment akin to a private school? Will it be housed at the training grounds or a subset of an existing school? I hear they also brought in Stewart Lathan, a seasoned and prolific fundraiser known locally in the halls of private school academia to be the "Academy Player Liason" I for one think that would be an awesome next step to alleviate having to deal with the chaos of high school and the academy. Next thing should be a residency program. Hey allthingsoccer can you verify this and if possible give more details for the class... Also, to close out the Month - In honor of Women's History Month, AMB Sports + Entertainment will host a virtual women's-focused career panel titled "ConvHERsations" presented by Mercedes-Benz. The panel aims to provide young women in Atlanta with the opportunity to gain knowledge, insights, and career advice from women among the Atlanta Falcons, Atlanta United, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Mercedes-Benz USA, PGA TOUR Superstore, and The Home Depot Backyard... As always you heard correct. Amazing that we have Stewart Lathan helping. Its a big missing position for the Academy. Glad she stepped up. AU will have the two options from what I heard. Keeping the relationship with Marietta High and doing something similar to what Philly doing. They seem to be having some sucess with this www.yscacademy.com/No plans as of yet on the residency. I'm sure its coming but not for a couple + years I'm sure. |
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Post by mightydawg on Apr 1, 2021 9:39:52 GMT -5
At what age does this start?
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Post by footyfan on Apr 1, 2021 10:14:49 GMT -5
Doesn't YSC cost $30-$40K a year?
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Post by Soccerhouse on Apr 1, 2021 11:53:30 GMT -5
Yea, looks like it costs $35K a year
for 35k you don't even get a pc or mac, you get a chrome book!
and families have to provide daily lunch.
This is a horrible deal!
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Post by allthingsoccer on Apr 1, 2021 13:35:23 GMT -5
At what age does this start? not quite sure. I think mainly 05/06 next year. Could be offered for older boys but not sure a big need for it |
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Post by mightydawg on Apr 1, 2021 13:57:52 GMT -5
At what age does this start? not quite sure. I think mainly 05/06 next year. Could be offered for older boys but not sure a big need for it To me, unless a player has signed a professional contract (and maybe not at point either), it makes little sense to focus on soccer and have education become an afterthought. Very few of the kids at the Academy, will make it in pro soccer. As shown by the original crop of homegrowns, making it in professional soccer is extremely difficult. Education is much more important than soccer. |
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Post by firedragon on Apr 3, 2021 18:15:46 GMT -5
Do online school and live in the apartments across from the training facility. Streamlined!
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Post by soccerparent02 on Apr 4, 2021 8:39:57 GMT -5
Agree - AU has not had much success in their academy thus far if you look at their current results of the original group. Look whst they did this off season with one signing after another after another from the outside most if not all from Latin and South America. That is not development.
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Post by firedragon on Apr 4, 2021 11:05:31 GMT -5
It’s a minor miracle MLS even has academies. I sincerely hope our academy at AU succeeds.
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Post by bogan on Apr 4, 2021 12:32:08 GMT -5
Agree - AU has not had much success in their academy thus far if you look at their current results of the original group. Look whst they did this off season with one signing after another after another from the outside most if not all from Latin and South America. That is not development. I think that MLS should reconsider the academy system. Perhaps have one team like USL...or at most two teams (U-17 and U-19). I’m sure many will disagree; but for all but the most exceptional players, it is most likely not worth the sacrifice. |
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Post by floyd on Apr 4, 2021 13:45:50 GMT -5
What do you guys think the reasons are that AU Academy has not had much success developing players? Is it because they hand pick these kids at a very young and crown them as future MLS players because they happen to be more advanced at the age 9? Maybe they should widen their pool and invest in more kids development in the area. Thoughts?
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Post by bogan on Apr 4, 2021 15:02:03 GMT -5
What do you guys think the reasons are that AU Academy has not had much success developing players? Is it because they hand pick these kids at a very young and crown them as future MLS players because they happen to be more advanced at the age 9? Maybe they should widen their pool and invest in more kids development in the area. Thoughts? Yep. As I mentioned earlier, I think the should have only older teams. Recruit from their MLS next partners (and others) when the time comes. |
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Post by rudy on Apr 4, 2021 15:59:19 GMT -5
Its not just AU or MLS development that is lacking. The DA fiasco has our USMNT in the situation we cannot beat teams like Trinidad and Tobago. Most recently they failed to qualify for their 3rd straight Olympics. The narrowing of pools at such a young age ensures failure will continue. I suggest thepowers that br figure this out as its frankly getting embarassing.
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Post by firedragon on Apr 4, 2021 21:48:41 GMT -5
Americans don’t love soccer like they love football or basketball. That’s just the way it is. Until Americans live and breath soccer, we won’t be the best. I still think things are better today than when I was a kid. That’s just my opinion though.
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Post by bogan on Apr 5, 2021 8:23:34 GMT -5
Americans don’t love soccer like they love football or basketball. That’s just the way it is. Until Americans live and breath soccer, we won’t be the best. I still think things are better today than when I was a kid. That’s just my opinion though. Yeah-In a previous lifetime I worked with a football coach who despised soccer. I told him one day soccer would probably overtake football in popularity here in the States...he said “I hope I’m dead before that happens.” |
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Post by oraclesfriend on Apr 5, 2021 9:27:35 GMT -5
Americans don’t love soccer like they love football or basketball. That’s just the way it is. Until Americans live and breath soccer, we won’t be the best. I still think things are better today than when I was a kid. That’s just my opinion though. Yeah-In a previous lifetime I worked with a football coach who despised soccer. I told him one day soccer would probably overtake football in popularity here in the States...he said “I hope I’m dead before that happens.” Rude |
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Post by bogan on Apr 5, 2021 9:34:57 GMT -5
Yeah-In a previous lifetime I worked with a football coach who despised soccer. I told him one day soccer would probably overtake football in popularity here in the States...he said “I hope I’m dead before that happens.” Rude Ha yeah-he was the life of the party... |
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Post by DunwoodySoccerDad on Apr 5, 2021 12:47:00 GMT -5
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Post by Futsal Gawdess on Apr 5, 2021 21:27:28 GMT -5
Its not just AU or MLS development that is lacking. The DA fiasco has our USMNT in the situation we cannot beat teams like Trinidad and Tobago. Most recently they failed to qualify for their 3rd straight Olympics. The narrowing of pools at such a young age ensures failure will continue. I suggest thepowers that br figure this out as its frankly getting embarassing. The countdown is on for us hosting the WC - 1,890 days - June 8, 2026 Do you think we can figure out our shizat before then? I've started to save my vacation days so I can take the whole month off, would hate for the US to be 2/3 and out - we need more scouts and a much more robust scouting network... - no one is automatically on the YNT/MNT, you constantly earn your stripes... - open up the youth pipeline to all sorts of soccer(futsal/futbol/high-school/ODP/3v3/5v5/pop-up-camps by pro clubs...) - bring in someone with a proven track record and give him/her time to build from the ground up. Hey give Jill Ellis a shot I say... |
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Post by rifle on Mar 13, 2022 9:28:31 GMT -5
Some former AU reserves still carrying the #OFYO torch.
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