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Post by rifle on Dec 8, 2021 18:41:45 GMT -5
Selling club sold some players and the new players weren’t as good. Manager gets the ax. Competitive leagues are dog eat dog.
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Post by rifle on Dec 7, 2021 19:14:21 GMT -5
I see where you are coming from but I have to disagree-if there was a true hierarchy or pyramid these differences could be sorted out (look at the British and German systems for instance). I would like to see a system that wasn’t bifurcated. However, given the current system you are probably correct that it’s best if they go there own way. The hope would be that overtime USL will build itself up to where MLS has to include it. Think ABA-NBA merger or NFL-AFL merger. Being completely separate probably gives an eventual merger and formation of a pyramid the best chance of happening. MLS worked hard to manipulate their positions within USSF in order here to make sure that won’t happen.
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Post by rifle on Dec 7, 2021 7:48:59 GMT -5
So MLS is officially trying to wipe out USL?
Glad to see Rochester involved regardless. They had terrific support for years.
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Post by rifle on Dec 6, 2021 21:08:29 GMT -5
Thanks for sharing - that was very entertaining.
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Post by rifle on Dec 3, 2021 18:26:26 GMT -5
I agree but I've seen it happen. FWDS become RB/LB and the MIDS become CB. All the time. My friend’s son said at a college ID camp they asked “what position”. (He was a CAM). The first twenty players responded “CM”… so he said “right back” just to get on the field faster.
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Post by rifle on Dec 3, 2021 12:29:05 GMT -5
Sure some CM turn into CB but defense is an art that is valued. Teams at the next level need defenders too.
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$100M Man
Nov 30, 2021 21:39:41 GMT -5
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Post by rifle on Nov 30, 2021 21:39:41 GMT -5
That’s crizazy. Did LSU finish paying the last two coaches they fired yet?
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Post by rifle on Nov 30, 2021 17:56:23 GMT -5
Sounds like a great hire. Wonder why he would leave SC? I read the statement but it seems a little odd still.
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Post by rifle on Nov 30, 2021 17:52:23 GMT -5
I’m sad that the Messi and Ronaldo “rivalry” is going to sunset sometime not to far down the road. Maybe it already happened. Two outstanding players of a generation. Very different but both outstanding.
And yeah Lewy deserves more than he’s gotten.
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Post by rifle on Nov 29, 2021 21:38:01 GMT -5
He had an(other) incredible year.
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USWNT
Nov 27, 2021 19:32:34 GMT -5
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Post by rifle on Nov 27, 2021 19:32:34 GMT -5
Amen
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USWNT
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Post by rifle on Nov 27, 2021 18:50:15 GMT -5
True but let's not get caught asleep at the wheel. We do have a problem in development. UEFA has started pouring money last few years, incentives, and all kinds of resources to the associations, and grassroots programs. It has a bold structure to protect clubs and reward development over winning, because they see the value in investing into women's/girls youth just as they've done with the men/boys in the past. Women's soccer is growing exponentially in Europe. WUCL in euros had quadrupled, big clubs are now involved as well as legit youth academies. In contrast, USSF does not seem to see the value in investing in youth player development or to have the ability to do so. I think reality will strike when the USWNT faces top European sides next couple years and in the 2023 WC, and as more women play globally results will start to resemble those on the USMNT side. With today's business of winning at all costs in youth soccer and monopolies, only USSF has the power to fix today's mess in the grassroots, by finding ways to reward player development and to protect those clubs who do. If there is any hope it's them. Is it likely that will USSF (MLS) will change anything about women’s soccer? I suspect not.
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Post by rifle on Nov 27, 2021 16:03:49 GMT -5
The red card is on the officiating crew for not proactively and quickly stopping the taunting. The defender's actions were wrong, but 100% understandable. If AR1 had stepped on the field and started yelling at the Duke dumbass, or the Center had turned around and whistled sharply, the defender would likely have not clocked him. The officiating crew had their heads up their asses. That's a technical term. This happens way too often, and red cards are earned by the officials for poor game management. This is a prime example. I agree. CR may have been writing down the goal info in his book (and thus not looking at a time that is normally pretty calm) but the referee crew was clearly asleep at the wheel.
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Post by rifle on Nov 27, 2021 10:39:44 GMT -5
Unsporting behavior.. and general d***ery. Coach is a tool for not being critical. Classless.
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Post by rifle on Nov 22, 2021 17:33:42 GMT -5
I’ve worked several adult women’s games which I thought were fine.. and did my first men’s O30 match recently as an AR. They were a pain in the ass but I want to do some more before I write them off completely. They play very close to my house.. The “adults” never let things go. You know, cause they are waiting to be scouted and all😉. I see a lot of pro scouts walking their dogs at every game.
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Post by rifle on Nov 22, 2021 17:01:01 GMT -5
Only thing I refuse to really do at this point unless there is a lot more money is Adult league games. It just isn't worth the money to babysit those babies. They are worse than U16-U18 teenagers. I've done it several times, but until that pay gets upped significantly they can police themselves. I’ve worked several adult women’s games which I thought were fine.. and did my first men’s O30 match recently as an AR. They were a pain in the ass but I want to do some more before I write them off completely. They play very close to my house..
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Post by rifle on Nov 22, 2021 14:39:28 GMT -5
Situation must be bad. Seems like I get referee emails from Georgia Soccer daily. IMO they need to... 1 - Offer FREE referee courses. They can pay for it from the ODP money they got from accepting anyone who inquired and they let into the pool last year. 2 - Mandate that clubs pay more for referees. Its simply NOT WORTH THE HASSLE. They can pass the cost on to us the customers. They definitely should incentivize somehow. Honestly the money is pretty good. Outstanding for kids.
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Post by rifle on Nov 22, 2021 12:12:29 GMT -5
So, instead of finding the right pieces to fix this team, we will sell some of the decent ones we have left? I’d bet money that some of our better players will be sold. Players capable of playing in a better league will seize the opportunity. As they should.
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ATL/NYCFC
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Post by rifle on Nov 21, 2021 22:56:21 GMT -5
Shall we speculate… Who will be gone?
Barco? Hopefully find a buyer Bello? Talented youth don’t stay in MLS Robinson? Ditto Guzan? Cheaper options in a salary cap league Cubo? Should be so lucky Damm? Salary is nuts Hyndman?
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Post by rifle on Nov 21, 2021 22:51:16 GMT -5
"I Can't Wait Until Tryouts"… for a new team to disappoint?
Unbelievably tone deaf.
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Post by rifle on Nov 21, 2021 18:43:58 GMT -5
Was traveling by car today and driving so I didn’t get to watch. Have to applaud the turnaround from the way the season began and hope for a fresh start next season with some new optimism. Wonder how many players will be sold or not retained. I suspect we’ll see a serious roster overhaul. I sure hope Boca (since he has gotten an extension) has learned some lessons and is up to this task.
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Post by rifle on Nov 19, 2021 22:40:16 GMT -5
That appears to be the same story I linked this morning?
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Post by rifle on Nov 19, 2021 18:39:27 GMT -5
I’m going to go out on a limb and speculate that the son of that lunatic was involved (in the events that stopped play and caused the AR to be on the field during a stoppage). Can’t imagine what an AR did that merited being targeted. Do people get that crazy over an offside call? Edit: yep… www.sacramento.cbslocal.com/2021/11/18/parent-tackles-ref-roseville-soccer-gameEdit 2: so player disputes a call (not sure if offside, maybe ball out of bounds??? ffs) by the AR and gets in the ARs face, leading the AR to push him away. That’s not good. Push away is subjective though. He might have just put his hand out to get distance and that was considered a push. I agree with you. I can also understand how somebody would see red if their teenage kid got pushed by an adult. I have no idea if the AR was an adult - age really doesn’t matter though. The logical response definitely isn’t to do what that dude did… I’m really curious about the rest of the video and the whole story.
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ATL/LAFC
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Post by rifle on Nov 19, 2021 18:24:04 GMT -5
Wow
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Post by rifle on Nov 19, 2021 6:27:53 GMT -5
I’m going to go out on a limb and speculate that the son of that lunatic was involved (in the events that stopped play and caused the AR to be on the field during a stoppage). Can’t imagine what an AR did that merited being targeted. Do people get that crazy over an offside call? Edit: yep… www.sacramento.cbslocal.com/2021/11/18/parent-tackles-ref-roseville-soccer-gameEdit 2: so player disputes a call (not sure if offside, maybe ball out of bounds??? ffs) by the AR and gets in the ARs face, leading the AR to push him away. That’s not good.
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Post by rifle on Nov 19, 2021 6:13:33 GMT -5
Welcome to the soup sandwich that is US (competitive) youth soccer
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Post by rifle on Nov 17, 2021 21:45:47 GMT -5
Once very early I’m my referee career - I was AR2 (parents side for those who don’t know- AR1 works the bench side) and there was a YC given near midfield to a girl and her dad flipped out. I walked over and calmly said “chill out”. Then told him she was carded for a cleats-up tackle that didn’t look malicious but was actually pretty dangerous. He said “oh I didn’t see that”. I said no worries and “your daughter is a good player”. Totally calmed him down. But the center ref saw me do it and at half time he told me “hey rookie - never do that again”. I feel like at age 50 and standing 6’-5” I can do some things that others won’t but this was purely reading the audience. I’d absolutely do it again. The very best officials I've seen in any sport are good communicators. Doesn't need to be a lengthy discussion but just an acknowledgment they were heard and I've complimented many refs after games for taking the time to do so. The worst are those who ignore a situation- especially a physical play. I completed my online coursework last week and will take my in person training next month to put my money where my mouth is. Looking forward to it and hoping a can stay the course even throughout my last game of the day. Awesome. We need a LOT more. Good luck. It is not easy to go from player/coach/fan to referee. Totally different lens. Tip: point toward the team that touched it last or committed the foul. This seems really basic but it’s easy to get turned around especially with teams that play the ball backwards and laterally a lot.
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Post by rifle on Nov 16, 2021 19:57:23 GMT -5
I suspect it has a certain “resume boost” because you probably don’t play for AU if you’re not pretty darn good. But players get scholarships not teams. So shine as bright as you can in as prominent a team as you can play for - the rest should fall into place accordingly.
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Post by rifle on Nov 16, 2021 18:03:05 GMT -5
Contact a DOC and tell them the situation. Tell them you would like to be a “guest player” in some tournaments.
To those who know… You can still do that right?
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Post by rifle on Nov 16, 2021 17:57:05 GMT -5
I agree. Just don’t start arguing with ANYBODY (as the ref). No good will come from that. I've seen some referees that like to argue with the parents. Happened in my son's game this season. The guy had a huge ego and it was just the AR not the center. I walked to the other side of the field from him because I knew my self control and nothing good was going to come of it, so I just took myself out of the situation, and yes it did boil over to the point where the game had to stop. It was purely the AR's fault for arguing with the crowd. I made sure I was completely away though. Didn't want to be involved in any reports! LOL.... I'm ok with interacting with parents or players in a humorous way but I never engage an angry parent shouting. If it gets bad enough, I address it with the coach. Once very early I’m my referee career - I was AR2 (parents side for those who don’t know- AR1 works the bench side) and there was a YC given near midfield to a girl and her dad flipped out. I walked over and calmly said “chill out”. Then told him she was carded for a cleats-up tackle that didn’t look malicious but was actually pretty dangerous. He said “oh I didn’t see that”. I said no worries and “your daughter is a good player”. Totally calmed him down. But the center ref saw me do it and at half time he told me “hey rookie - never do that again”. I feel like at age 50 and standing 6’-5” I can do some things that others won’t but this was purely reading the audience. I’d absolutely do it again.
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