waiting for the party to begin!
above, no badge, no games !
Where's Coach Mario?
Mario?Thursday, July 24, 2008
BCSG 2008 Opening ceremonies in Kelowna
waiting for the party to begin! above, no badge, no games ! Where's Coach Mario?Mario?
On the bus for Kelowna....
Zone 6a Head Coach Mario and some of his Lakehill u13 Gold Boys...
The boys have two games on Friday with warm temperatures expected [Mario will like that]we'll try to get some photos posted here, for Zone 6 Girls photos look here
Thursday, July 17, 2008
"core" time....
above, waitin' for the doors to open!
below, improving your balance.... (PS: K is a great player!)
Thanks to Mario, Kat, Zeke and the many players! It has been a great two weeks of core+basics
Bare-foot at Braefoot has been great! Thanks to Braefoot Community Centre for running the two weeks of soccer camps and bringing in the great coaching and training! BCC is a great Saanich based community service provider!
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
The kids are havin' fun (and workin' hard)!
some of the "week 2 crew"
above: 'sling shot man' 
keeping them connected!
not all fun and games...Coach Mario offering some pointers
Week two has been fun (so far) we'll have to see what the coaching staff has in store for the players on Wednesday! 2 hours of Comptons followed by 'the belts' then a break and back to the fields for another couple of hours! Action packed!If you are looking for another camp consider Braefoot's Camp with Nico! details here: www.braefoot.ca
Tuesday, July 15, 2008
Friday, July 11, 2008
Quote of the Week
Sunderland keeper Craig Gordon says players look forward to five-a-sides as boss Roy Keane joins in and the squad see it as a "chance to kick the manager". (Daily Mirror/BBC Sport)
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Tuesday, July 8, 2008
summer training has begun!
above, Coach Pasta keeping an eye on the indoor session prior to the afternoon field session
above, more agility training with Zeke and Kat
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
danke for the memories....
Austria and Switzerland hosted a great Euro2008! The Spanish deserved their first major football title in 44 years and now its Lakehill '96ers time to see what they can accomplish in Kelowna and Italia! Good luck to all the Lakehill Boys who have been selected to the Zone6 teams and to the Italia team! Also: the Gold team announcements are being made, Silver teams to follow .... Stay tuned! PS: Mario is holding two soccer camps in July there is still space available, let him know! These are going to be great camps with 2 hours of endurance training daily along with plenty of field +ball time!!
Sunday, June 22, 2008
Saturday, June 21, 2008
Euro - Upset!
The EURO2008's are getting interesting! Turkey upsets Croatia, Germany upsets Portugal and now the stunner Russia upsets heavily favoured Netherlands! Wonder what Italy will do on Sunday?source: www.bbc.co.uk/sport
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Only way to get closer to the action is to play...
Sitting in my Hotel room here in Orlando watching the EURO2008 on ESPN2 I saw this great commercial from Nike! Great 2 minute mini-video
Monday, June 9, 2008
Friday, May 30, 2008
Hey TD did I make the team?
Good news!
Everyone who has attended a Lakehill u13B assessment and lives in-district has made a Lakehill team! anyone not living inside the Lakehill boundry will be placed on a team in accordinace with the Lakehill and LISA policies on team formation as per Article 13 of the www.lowerislandsoccer.com web site policy guide..
So far so good but did I make the Gold team?
Ah, we thought you'd like to know.. so here is what we've been told.. Coach Pasta aka Mario the Lakehill Technical Director has added up the scores and has assembled a list of players *but* it will be communicated via email to the players familes during the next two weeks (yes it could be that long) so stay tuned, if you are worried you can email HERE but you may not be able to get the final info just yet.. as soon as we know we'll get the word out.
Don't forget, the off season is just a training season.. keep up your running and fitness and ball skills!
Everyone who has attended a Lakehill u13B assessment and lives in-district has made a Lakehill team! anyone not living inside the Lakehill boundry will be placed on a team in accordinace with the Lakehill and LISA policies on team formation as per Article 13 of the www.lowerislandsoccer.com web site policy guide..
So far so good but did I make the Gold team?
Ah, we thought you'd like to know.. so here is what we've been told.. Coach Pasta aka Mario the Lakehill Technical Director has added up the scores and has assembled a list of players *but* it will be communicated via email to the players familes during the next two weeks (yes it could be that long) so stay tuned, if you are worried you can email HERE but you may not be able to get the final info just yet.. as soon as we know we'll get the word out.
Don't forget, the off season is just a training season.. keep up your running and fitness and ball skills!
Monday, May 26, 2008
At the Early Assessments
Great turn out for the final u13B 'early assessments' at Braefoot Park! Now the technical staff will review the scores and rank the players..don't expect to learn details of the teams till much later as there are still spots available on the u13 teams, instead the technical staff will meet to review and probably conduct another session in August so if you did not register you still can!
Always under the watchful eye of the clubs technical director!
'and where do you want to be?'
now parents this is what we are looking for so be prepared for when it is your turn!
Would you want to be struck by a close range Matteo shot? I wouldn't! --- oh, it was a pass ;)
Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Saturday, May 3, 2008
EPL : ManU-v-WHAM
In todays EPL match the game seemed to be decided in the span of 5 minutes..here are the events as posted on www.bbc.co.uk/sports ...amazing!
1315: GOAL Manchester United 3-1 West HamOne of the goals of the season from United target Dean Ashton, who scores a quite brilliant overhead kick into the top corner from 12 yards after Wes Brown fails to clear a cross into the United box. Phenomenal effort.
1313: GOAL Manchester United 3-0 West HamParty time. Carlos Tevez cuts in from the left, skips past a couple of defenders and thunders in a rocket from 30 yards that swings about seven different ways in the air and flies past a flailing Robert Green. Even some West Ham fans are clapping. That was a touch of genius from the Argentine.
1311: GOAL Manchester United 2-0 West HamAn absolute gift, it's number 40 for the season and number 30 in the Premier League for the great Cristiano Ronaldo - but it's probably the easiest he's scored all season. Owen Hargreaves sends in a cross from the right and the West Ham defenders let it drop over their heads, the ball appearing to fly in off Ronaldo's thigh. Game over.
1315: GOAL Manchester United 3-1 West HamOne of the goals of the season from United target Dean Ashton, who scores a quite brilliant overhead kick into the top corner from 12 yards after Wes Brown fails to clear a cross into the United box. Phenomenal effort.
1313: GOAL Manchester United 3-0 West HamParty time. Carlos Tevez cuts in from the left, skips past a couple of defenders and thunders in a rocket from 30 yards that swings about seven different ways in the air and flies past a flailing Robert Green. Even some West Ham fans are clapping. That was a touch of genius from the Argentine.
1311: GOAL Manchester United 2-0 West HamAn absolute gift, it's number 40 for the season and number 30 in the Premier League for the great Cristiano Ronaldo - but it's probably the easiest he's scored all season. Owen Hargreaves sends in a cross from the right and the West Ham defenders let it drop over their heads, the ball appearing to fly in off Ronaldo's thigh. Game over.
Thursday, May 1, 2008
Thursday, April 24, 2008
Spring League Schedule (Team NAVY)
....on the Hampton Park Turf field
OOOPS..we are being Challenged in Sr A ... now thats a challenge! But to your credit you passed the ball better than those 14 year old players! And only lost 1-2! Well done lads!
please arrive early to pick up your uniform, if you do not yet have your USS *Admiral* uniform wear your Lakehill shorts and white socks tonight!
Thursday, April 17, 2008
technicals...
TOUCH ON THE BALL: Does the player have control over the ball with both feet? Can he/she make the ball do what he/she wants while in possession? Does the player look comfortable with the ball under pressure?
BALANCE: Is the players in control of his/her body? Is the player able to change direction in a controlled manner with the ball?
TECHNICAL SPEED: How fast does the player control the ball and play it? Does the player have the ability to use good skill quickly?
COACHABILITY: Can the player carry out a directive from the coach? While many young players are tactically weak, a good player will be coachable, and therefore have the ability to develop good habits?
WORKRATE: Is the player willing to push him/her self to the limits? Does the player attack and defend?
AWARENESS: Does the player see good opportunities to pass/dribble/shoot? Does the player have vision of what's happening on the field or does he/she make the game difficult?
REACTION TO FAILURE: How does the player respond to a bad call or a mistake? Does failure result in a drop in performance?
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES: Does the player communicate to others? Does he/she demand the ball? Will they take charge when the game is on the line?
PHYSICAL SPEED: Is the player fast? Does the player have enough speed to be effective without being exploited by opponents?
SIZE & STRENGTH: Is the player physically able to play with bigger opponents? Is the player's size the reason for his/her success (especially at younger ages)?
As you can see, there are many components, which can go into making a "gold" soccer player. Different positions call for different requirements in players' abilities.
source: Michigan State Youth Soccer ODP
BALANCE: Is the players in control of his/her body? Is the player able to change direction in a controlled manner with the ball?
TECHNICAL SPEED: How fast does the player control the ball and play it? Does the player have the ability to use good skill quickly?
COACHABILITY: Can the player carry out a directive from the coach? While many young players are tactically weak, a good player will be coachable, and therefore have the ability to develop good habits?
WORKRATE: Is the player willing to push him/her self to the limits? Does the player attack and defend?
AWARENESS: Does the player see good opportunities to pass/dribble/shoot? Does the player have vision of what's happening on the field or does he/she make the game difficult?
REACTION TO FAILURE: How does the player respond to a bad call or a mistake? Does failure result in a drop in performance?
LEADERSHIP QUALITIES: Does the player communicate to others? Does he/she demand the ball? Will they take charge when the game is on the line?
PHYSICAL SPEED: Is the player fast? Does the player have enough speed to be effective without being exploited by opponents?
SIZE & STRENGTH: Is the player physically able to play with bigger opponents? Is the player's size the reason for his/her success (especially at younger ages)?
As you can see, there are many components, which can go into making a "gold" soccer player. Different positions call for different requirements in players' abilities.
source: Michigan State Youth Soccer ODP
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
2008/9 Season Registration now open
Early bird discount in effect till 1.June *ONLY*u13Boys team assessments for 2008/9 to begin this month!
Braefoot Park field 1 or 2
Wednesday 16 April
Wednesday 16 April
CANCELLED DUE TO AGM
will be rescheduled
6 :50pm-8 :00 pm
6 :50pm-8 :00 pm
Braefoot Park field 1 or 2
Tuesday 22 April
6 :50pm-8pm
6 :50pm-8pm
Braefoot Park field #3
Saturday May 10
3pm-5pm
3pm-5pm
You must be registered to attend!
Friday, April 11, 2008
Thursday, April 10, 2008
Gordon Head Full Field Tourney
U 12 Boys April 11-13 Schedule
Boys Competitive Pool
Boys Competitive Pool
United DSA Vancouver
Phantoms Peninsula Saanichton
Nanaimo 96'ers NDYSA Lantzville
Lakehill F.C. Dragons LSA Victoria
Point Grey Spitfires PGS Vancouver
GHSA GAME SCHEDULE
GAME 1
PENINSULA Phantoms U12 Gold
4/11/2008 5:45 PM Doug Day field
GAME 2
NDYSA Nanaimo 96'ers U12 Gold
4/12/2008 1:30 PM Doug Day field
GAME 3
PGS Point Grey Spitfires U12 Gold
PGS Point Grey Spitfires U12 Gold
4/12/2008 5:15 PM Beckwith 1 field
GAME 4
DSA United U12 Gold
DSA United U12 Gold
4/13/2008 2:45 PM Braefoot 3 field
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
newcastle fans...
STADIUM CHANT OF THE WEEK
"When we find ourselves in times of trouble,
Kevin Keegan comes to me.
Speaking words of wisdom,
Geremi! Geremi,
Geremi, Geremi,
Geremi.
There will be an answer.
Geremi!"
Newcastle fans to the tune of The Beatles' Let It Be.
(source BBC.com/sports)
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
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