Posts by Jason
Signs of Concussion in Child
A bump on the head isn’t always “just a bump.” Concussions in kids can sneak up hours after play—and knowing what to do matters. This article breaks down warning signs, when to seek care, and how to support recovery, straight from a leading brain injury specialist. Please call 339-209-0230 to be seen by an MGB…
Read MoreMGBFC NEFC: Keeping Our Young Soccer Players Healthy and Strong
Soccer involvement provides our children an incredible opportunity to stay active and healthy, build confidence, and develop lifelong teamwork skills. At the same time, growing athletes are vulnerable to injuries – many of which can be prevented with the right preparation and support. Why is this important? – Because it works, almost half of injuries…
Read MorePsychology Newsletter – Perfectionism
Perfectionism is a familiar word in the world of sports. The thought of being a perfectionist may sound like a great trait to have as an athlete, striving to be the best, striving to be the perfect goalkeeper, striving to achieve the perfect shooting technique, but alongside perfectionism, unfortunately comes a lot of unwanted challenges.…
Read MoreSport Psychology Newsletter: RESILIENCE
Resilience is not a characteristic that we are either born with or without. We all have the ability to learn and develop resilience through our thoughts and actions. Firstly, let’s not mistake resilience as never experiencing stress or difficulty. In actual fact, resilience is developed through adversity and the emotional distress we encounter throughout our…
Read MoreSport Psychology Newsletter: Confidence
Confidence, that thing our coach always talks about… What really is it? Confidence is the positive belief we have in something, anything, that could be our team, our coach, our friends or ourselves. Let’s specify a little more and look at ‘Self-Confidence’. Self-Confidence is the positive belief we have in our ability to accomplish any…
Read MorePlayer Highlight Anika Shah
October player highlight is Anika Shah. She plays for Chris Uppington with the 2014 MetroWest Navy team. We asked Coach Chris why he chose Anika: Anika is a model player. She is always early and will work on skills before practice. She is conscientious, kind and a great teammate. She asks great questions and gives 100%…
Read MoreHistoric Women’s World Cup in New Zealand and Australia: A Game-Changer for Women’s Soccer
The Women’s World Cup held in New Zealand and Australia over the summer was a landmark event that left an indelible mark on the world of women’s soccer. From skyrocketing viewership numbers to unprecedented attendance records, this tournament was a testament to the growing popularity and impact of women’s football. In this article, we will…
Read MoreSummer Wrap-up: Girls Residential 2023 Camp Wrap-up!
Another successful Residential Camp in the books and we are already looking forward to making next summer even better! We are most proud of the incredible staff which consisted of ALL FEMALES: Camp Directors: Casey King & Chloe Raco Head Coaches: Sophie Dewar, Julia Carr, Ashley McGown, Bri Alimonti, Kelleigh Lombard Assistant Coaches: Mia Wolfgang,…
Read MoreSPORT PSYCHOLOGY NEWSLETTER: Goal Setting
We’re often told in school and at sports clubs to think about what it is we would like to achieve, and then to set ourselves ‘goals’… But what is goal setting and what kind of goals should we be thinking about? Goal setting is identifying something we want to accomplish and developing a plan that’s…
Read MoreMaximizing Summer Training: Enhancing Technical Proficiency and Game Understanding by Chloe Raco
Introduction: The summer period presents a valuable opportunity for soccer players to invest in their development. Utilizing this time to focus on technical proficiency, physical conditioning, and game understanding can significantly enhance a player’s skills and performance. In this article, we will discuss the importance of individual ball work, the benefits of practicing at game…
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