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COACH'S FOCUS:
JOGA BONITO
Joga Bonito is Portugese for ‘play beautifully’. It is a phrase made especially popular by the nike soccer JOGA TV campaign in 2006. Used to emphasize "joy, skill, heart and honour" joga bonito epitomizes the spirit of the game while criticizing over competitiveness. Former France and Manchester United great, Eric Cantona discusses how it is possible for teams to win a game yet still 'lose' by arguing, cheating or causing division among their teammates. Check out these classic videos to see what joga bonito is all about!
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Coach's Focus:
Sean Garnier
Sean Garnier is a freestyle footballer from France. He has won several freestyle football competitions throughout Europe and South America including the Red Bull Street Style Tournament in Sao Paulo. He has produced a variety of sensational YouTube clips including the famous "Old Man" video (below). Check out how he takes on all challengers and nutmegs innocent bystanders.
MAY
Coach's Focus:
Leicester City
After narrowly avoiding relegation in the 2014 - 2015 season The Foxes have completed one of the most impressive sports accomplishments in history by winning the Barclays Premier League title on May 2, 2016. With odds at 5000 to 1 at the start of the season ,this ragtag group of players defied all expectations. Well done to the Champions of England!
JUNE
Coach's Focus:
Euro 2016
Gearing up for EURO 2016! 24 nations will be squaring off in this prestigious tournament starting with France vs Romania June 10th. Reigning champions Spain look to defend their trophy against all contenders including World Cup champions Germany, Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal, and annual let downs England. Or maybe an underdog will take it... Iceland anyone? Who are you going for???
JULY
Coach's Focus:
Dennis Bergkamp
An all time great. Dennis Bergkamp played for Arsenal from 1996 - 2005 scoring over 100 goals. He has been described as having "the finest technique" of any Dutch international player. Bergkamp was born in Amsterdam and was spotted by Ajax at age 11. Widely regarded as one of the greatest players in his generation, Bergkamp finished third twice in the FIFA World Player of the Year award and was selected by Pelé as one of the FIFA 100 greatest living players.
AUGUST
Coach's Focus: Canada's Olympic Womens Soccer Team
Canada's Olympic womens soccer team has set records this Olympics. They scored the fastest goal in tournament history in their opening game against Australia. They beat Germany for the first time ever to remain undefeated in the group stage and now go on to face France in the quarter finals Friday August 12th. Go Canada Go!!!!!
September
Dishonourable Goals
Ever had to pass the ball back to the opposition but wanted to go for goal instead? Check out this ridiculous list of unsportsmanlike goals.
October
Juggling Starters
Want to add some flare to your juggling? Here are 50 different ways to start off your keep ups. How many can you master?
November
Coach's Focus: Raul
Raúl González Blanco, known as Raúl, is a legendary Spanish striker who is considered to be one of the most important players in the history of Real Madrid, and regarded as one of the greatest Spanish players of all time. In La Liga competitions, Raúl is the fifth highest goal scorer in the history of the tournament with 228 goals. He is also the highest Spanish scorer in European leagues, with 256 goals, scoring 228 goals in La Liga and 28 goals in the Bundesliga. Raúl is remembered for his leadership and discipline; throughout his extensive career, he never received a red card, and he was rarely booked. For his technical skills, elegance, goalscoring and performances, he was nicknamed "El Ferrari," or "The Ferrari".
December
Santa Skills
Unreal skills straight from the north pole ;)
Three awesome futsal skills for you to practice at home. Need extra help? Ask Coach Brendon to show you. The more you practice the faster your feet will move. Just don't forget to pass the ball!