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Post by jkdub1 on Oct 17, 2018 11:22:18 GMT -5
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Post by jkdub1 on Sept 5, 2018 21:14:32 GMT -5
The CFA teams are listed by location (Dalton, Rome and now Gainesville) and a majority of the kids on those teams actually do live in or very near that location, +-30 minutes typically. The CFA Gainesville players are from Gainesville.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 11, 2018 17:50:39 GMT -5
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 10, 2018 11:15:06 GMT -5
The Dalton 04s won state back in November and are headed to regionals Tuesday.
The game against AU Saturday was a real treat for the Dalton boys and a good trial for the new players picked up at tryouts. I agree that Dalton had control over the first half and AU took over in the second. The teams were a good matchup and gave and took pretty evenly if you compare the two halves. Overall it was a good game and both teams kept their cool regardless of the score
The 05 AU keeper did a fine job and played well with his new teammates so I'd count him as a nice addition to his team if that game was any indication of future play.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 7, 2018 13:11:51 GMT -5
I can't find anything either. Dalton has 2 teams going, 04s and 02s. Sure would be nice to know who they'll face so the boys can get all freaked out in advance 😅
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Post by jkdub1 on May 24, 2018 22:11:43 GMT -5
Let's add to this...goalkeeping. Playing WITH the keeper most academy defenders dont know how to utilize their keeper as a field player. IMO, you wanna make good players, teach them all the positions, including keeper (and I'm not talking about keeper instruction...because that doesn't involve defenders/teammates). If the defender and the keeper know what each other are supposed to do, they will make correct decisions more often. All too often goalkeeping is an afterthought at the academy level...usually resulting in losses to the team with the least experienced keeper. As a parent of a goalie, this strikes home with me. I'm going to be brutally honest here so forgive me if I offend. At younger ages, typically the goalie is a slower kid with not as much athletic ability as their teammates or coaches rotate field players in and out until something clicks. When a good goalie comes along or a player is discovered that has decent goalie skills, he or she is planted there, not so much as a seed, but more like a pylon. They are forgotten yet expected to perform at top notch. Little training is offered and it is hard for the defenders to trust them as the "11th player", understandably. This should be corrected as the goalie is literally the last line of defense. My goalie has had to play with multiple other unofficial teams (Sunday League, indoor, rec, etc..) just to get some grass time to keep up with his footskills as he hasn't been out of the goal in 4+ years with academy teams, regardless of the score. This started at U10 which is a shame. Talking to other goalie parents, this is pretty typical and not "development" in my books.
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Post by jkdub1 on May 24, 2018 14:33:13 GMT -5
I have 2 players that have both been involved in academy/select level soccer for high level teams in Georgia sinnce 2013. They have very good technical coaches and their technical ability has dramatically increased, however I have some critical questions about practice that I would like to get others feedback and possibly an explanation. When it comes to playing actual games as a team can someone explain to me why literally none of the coaches every practice set pieces, corner kicks, penalty shots. Heck, our teams probably only spend a few minutes a week in practice actually shooting on goals. I understand soccer is more of a free flowing, mental game where various scenarios are always changing and players have to think and react quickly on the field but I feel having dedicated plays on corners or set pieces give a team the distinct opportunity to take advantage. Also, are there any coaches that use film review to help players understand positioning, decision making and game strategy? I have neighbors who play rec football that get cut game film each week provided by their league from their previous game and on their upcoming opponent. To me, a mental practice once a week could be a very useful tool. This is a great post and I've often wondered the same thing. Of the three academies I have knowledge of, only one does some decent practicing of corners, penalties, etc.. It's very apparent when the kids are facing a team that does practice these things so I'm not sure why this is. There are so many little maneuvers that place a team at advantage and a coach can't possibly cover them all but corners and penalties shouldn't be an issue.
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Post by jkdub1 on May 2, 2018 17:05:29 GMT -5
Absolutely, depending on what you want to get it of it. They get away from their parents in a boys/girls only environment, treated like adults in a fashion (wake up on their own, figure out how to coordinate meals and practice times, etc..) and so much more. The kids meet other players that are typically opponents that they wouldn't ordinarily socialize with due to location. The exposure to other clubs and coaches is extensive and for the most part very informative and enjoyable. Truthfully I can't say my kid gained much in skills (it's only 5 days) but he came home a changed boy. He was extremely proud to have managed on his own, had a couple new jerseys from the trade, happy with his performance and training, and wants to return every year he is able to. As a rising U14 at the time, camp was kind of his intro into young adulthood. He has chosen ODP camp as his new vacation destination instead of the beach if that says anything.
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Post by jkdub1 on Nov 20, 2017 16:45:41 GMT -5
I am good friends with the (UFA) 00 coach, and he tried to get the team to forfeit as they had already beaten them 13-0 earlier in the season. Coastal coach insisted on playing. He only took 11 girls to play in Brunswick, no one to sub off. Speaking of Coastal, those teams are getting slaughtered. Total club stats: GF 16 GA 323 (average GA is 10+ per game)! I appreciate what they're doing down there but I can't imagine being one of those kids, dressing out and traveling weekend after weekend, getting buried in goals. This is humiliating and sad to see.
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Post by jkdub1 on Sept 14, 2017 11:28:45 GMT -5
Shouldn't be a problem, there will be some conflicts for sure, but I think winter hoops is 100% worth it. Honestly, I wish we would combine winter futsal and have the kids play as teams in winter basketball leagues also. At younger ages, floor spacing in basketball is similar to soccer and the concept of playing team defense. It would also make a lot of kids really like soccer more, give them a "fake" break. I just find it so interesting the concept that soccer players can only play soccer and aren't "allowed" or "encouraged" to play other sports. Thread hijack ahead Some clubs discourage players trying out for other soccer avenues much less another sport. Odp, pdp, etc. If we're supposed to be developing kids, you would think they would encourage anything that would help a player develop. I know it can interfere with practice and sometimes games but in the long run it benefits not just the player but their team as well. Basketball is a great sister sport to soccer. I totally agree! Often you can spot a bball+ soccer player by the way they shield the ball and/or his teammates.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jul 20, 2017 22:29:39 GMT -5
We saw Carlton play at ATLs preseason game against CFC. I honestly had no idea who he was and was shocked to find that he was so young! He's a beast and we look forward to watching his future develop.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jul 20, 2017 22:23:34 GMT -5
.... Our boys couldn't even perform the warm ups! The training is quite different from anything they have ever experienced. Simple stuff really that they had never done before but could make a huge impact on the field. Like what? Baseline competitions between the entire squad which refines touches and handling as well as team building which is so very important. Juggling, dribbling, etc.. Typically, our experience has been to jog and stretch then play 7v7 for a bit then shoot on the goal. I was extremely impressed with the existing players skills and excited to see our boys challenged. It's quite refreshing actually
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Post by jkdub1 on Jul 19, 2017 20:24:18 GMT -5
My son's team played them last year and got murdered... 4-0 or 5-0 against a team that wasn't half bad and won their division in spring once these guys promoted. Great team. Big and fast kids playing decent style soccer. They had no business ever playing Classic III or even Classic II. Hope they do well going forward when up against more appropriate level competition. Looks like 03s are now in SRPL premier division. .. Anyone know what makes these team so good. Any comments are welcome. Its weird how a newly promoted team is destroying teams this early. I can add to this a bit now that we've experienced the Dalton teams and training first hand other than as competitors on the field. Several of our club boys, each with at least 4-5 years of club soccer experience, went to their tryouts. I can honestly say they were at a disadvantage. Our boys couldn't even perform the warm ups! The training is quite different from anything they have ever experienced. Simple stuff really that they had never done before but could make a huge impact on the field. The boys seem to enjoy each session and I could see that they wanted to be there which is also a new experience. The competition for positions on their teams is fierce and I imagine that also keeps the boys playing their very best.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 25, 2017 15:32:15 GMT -5
I didn't catch the three 0-4 games and the 2:30 game was updated so it's not looking good..
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 25, 2017 15:13:23 GMT -5
Quick update for you. They're playing in the region iii championships and have won all three games with 10 goals for, 1 against. They're killing it as always. We left our club and joined CFA (different age group) for the upcoming year and are excited to see how things go. CFA is a very new club and we expect some bumps as far as organization and such (no overpaid admin to help push paper for them) but I think it's going to be a great year from what I've seen so far! For all the admins out there - I'm going to take offense at that "overpaid admin" comment. Go ahead and volunteer to be a TM. Better yet, go ahead and learn the complicated system used for administrative purposes for GA Soccer. Be an admin around State Cup / tournament time / team declaration time / opening day. I believe you'll be singing a different tune. Phones and emails blowing up. Personal time?? Non-existent. Unfortunately, paperwork is a just another thing that must be dealt with if you want to participate. Herding cats comes to mind. On the other hand - I hope your son enjoys next season! I apologize for offending anyone and I promise I'd rather clean porta toilets with my tongue than be a TM Seriously! I'm just a bit bitter about the situation at our previous club regarding finances and overhead and that came out in my post. Apologies all around to the hard working admin and volunteers that really do make things happen.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 25, 2017 15:08:47 GMT -5
Any truth to what's on other forum of a club from Ga being "thrown out"? Hope not. Would look bad for Ga and the club. I saw that too. Two of their other teams have played today and the oldest was scheduled for 2:30. If the scores are updated for that game then we'll know it's just forum trolls talking trash. I'm hoping that's the case. I'd hate to see that it was true.
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Post by jkdub1 on Jun 25, 2017 14:54:12 GMT -5
Quick update for you. They're playing in the region iii championships and have won all three games with 10 goals for, 1 against. They're killing it as always.
We left our club and joined CFA (different age group) for the upcoming year and are excited to see how things go. CFA is a very new club and we expect some bumps as far as organization and such (no overpaid admin to help push paper for them) but I think it's going to be a great year from what I've seen so far!
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Post by jkdub1 on Oct 14, 2016 22:36:44 GMT -5
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Post by jkdub1 on Sept 27, 2016 18:49:34 GMT -5
I've not heard any details other than he is their goalie :/
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Post by jkdub1 on Sept 26, 2016 20:00:19 GMT -5
I saw on KSA's Instagram that he is healing and making progress. Judging by the image, it appears that he is still hospitalized. Poor kid
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Post by jkdub1 on Sept 8, 2015 7:31:00 GMT -5
We are HUGE fans of Dalton High Soccer so this is a treat for us! I am very excited for these young men and the opportunities this will bring them. IMO, Hispanic families are very tight knit and that is a problem as young people do not want to be far from their families so this is such a big deal for them and this area. They will now be able to continue their education AND play a sport that will potentially help them pay for that very thing. Win win! We have watched the Roadrunners play and I predict this team will go far. I hope everyone takes an opportunity to see what is happening in this small corner of northeast Georgia.
Good luck to your daughter! We look forward to watching her play as well
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