Summer Break – Soccer Break

My daughter finished her LAST exam a few weeks ago. Don’t we all remember that rush of adrenaline as we did the same when we were kids? That feeling of freedom that comes with the notion of having absolutely no school work to do is certainly a memorable one.

I have to say, I am probably as excited about her LAST ECNL games next week as much as the last final.

I am looking forward to my child having some downtime from the rather constant physical demands she has experienced since last August 6 when her “Pre-Season” began. Clearly soccer is not school, but I want her to experience a similar feeling of freedom to relax at the end of her season just as she did with the completion of her last exam.

Quite simply, our elite soccer players need a break – physically and mentally - from the game. Read more...

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