Tryouts

2011-2012 Tryouts will take place Wednesday June 22nd and Thursday June 23rd, with Sunday June 26th as an alternate date. All tryouts will take place at Kennedy Park in Springfield.
Boys & Girls U12 – U14 6:00 – 7:00pm
Boys & Girls HS 7:15 – 8:30pm

Players are to participate in both tryouts dates.  All players will need to bring a ball, shin guards and a water bottle.

One of the goals of Total Soccer Academy (TSA)  is to continue to bring new players and teams into the club.  TSA extends the following invitation to all soccer players and teams who are seeking an environment that emphasizes total athletic development through dynamic training techniques and strong player development.
For more information, email us here or call Todd Robinson, 217-891-6638.

Thanks to Chris Loftus

Thanks again to Chris Loftus who gave the boys a rigid 2 hour plus training session last night. Chris’ passion for the game was evident as he continued to demand more from the boys. Hopefully the boys listened to what was said about being dedicated and the sacrifices needed to achieve your goals.

All of us wish Chris the best as he has decided to return home from his European soccer career and pursue his other passion, medicine.

Thanks again, Chris, and we hope to see you on the pitch again in the future!

PLAYERS' HOMEWORK ON TEAMWORK

HOMEWORK:

I.  Each player will provide their own definition of:

• Team
• Teamwork
• Team player
• Leadership

II. Each player will provide their own definition of:

• The quote on the back of their training shirts 
• What the quote means to them

"Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrificing, and most of all, love of what you are doing and learning to do." -Pele

TEAM MEETING FEB 26

Nutrition, Diet & Hydration:

• No soda
• Limit caffeine
• Several small meals compared too few large meals

School work

• Team study night

Pre-game team meals

Etiquette while traveling

Physical & mental preparation prior to competition

Team building actvities

• Golf scramble
• Paintball

Community service projects

Homework: 

Part I. Each player will provide their own definition of

• Team
• Teamwork
• Team player
• Leadership.

Part II. Each player will provide their definition of the quote on the back of their training shirts and what it means to them.

Injuries

• Do not push
• Tell your parents & coach

PLAYER ELECTRONIC TRAINING SESSION: TOE TAPS

TOE TAPS-BASIC- TRAINING SESSION

(20 MIN)

DIRECTIONS & MAPS TO INDIANAPOLIS TOURNAMENT

Directions to University of Indianapolis Key Stadium (1400 East Hanna Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46227)
-Google Maps
-University of Indianapolis Campus Maps
-MapQuest


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CAMPUS MAP: Key Stadium #19
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