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We're new to the area, and before we sign anywhere, can anyone tell me their thoughts on clubs in Tarrant County?
We are currently practicing with 3
Dallas Texans
Fort Worth FC
Texas Lightning
Are there any clubs that are better that we currently aren't visiting?
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2028 wrote:Not a lot of info on the 01’s but in the 00’s either of the top two are good clubs. The Lightning is kind of hit or miss depending on the age group in my opinion.
IMHO, I would not worry about the club as much as the coach and the team. Find a coach that you are comfortable with and a team your DD feels like she fits in.
All clubs have good and bad points, so the coach and team become the key factors.
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Completely agree with Ed's statement too. It's about the coach and how your DD likes the coach and other players and how she fits into team. There are some great coaches at smaller clubs and plenty of not so good coaches at bigger clubs.
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Very True. There are many factors that have to be weighed. All cthree clubs above are quality clubs. The rule the wife and I put in place this year was not to sign with anyone until we watched them coach a game and see how they do interacting with the girls in different situations.Ed wrote:2028 wrote:Not a lot of info on the 01’s but in the 00’s either of the top two are good clubs. The Lightning is kind of hit or miss depending on the age group in my opinion.
IMHO, I would not worry about the club as much as the coach and the team. Find a coach that you are comfortable with and a team your DD feels like she fits in.
All clubs have good and bad points, so the coach and team become the key factors.
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2028 wrote:Very True. There are many factors that have to be weighed. All cthree clubs above are quality clubs. The rule the wife and I put in place this year was not to sign with anyone until we watched them coach a game and see how they do interacting with the girls in different situations.Ed wrote:2028 wrote:Not a lot of info on the 01’s but in the 00’s either of the top two are good clubs. The Lightning is kind of hit or miss depending on the age group in my opinion.
IMHO, I would not worry about the club as much as the coach and the team. Find a coach that you are comfortable with and a team your DD feels like she fits in.
All clubs have good and bad points, so the coach and team become the key factors.
Watch out for what we call the honey moon period!
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UEFA wrote:2028 wrote:Very True. There are many factors that have to be weighed. All cthree clubs above are quality clubs. The rule the wife and I put in place this year was not to sign with anyone until we watched them coach a game and see how they do interacting with the girls in different situations.Ed wrote:2028 wrote:Not a lot of info on the 01’s but in the 00’s either of the top two are good clubs. The Lightning is kind of hit or miss depending on the age group in my opinion.
IMHO, I would not worry about the club as much as the coach and the team. Find a coach that you are comfortable with and a team your DD feels like she fits in.
All clubs have good and bad points, so the coach and team become the key factors.
Watch out for what we call the honey moon period!
Yep...which comes well after the contract has been signed!!
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00scrmom wrote:UEFA wrote:2028 wrote:Very True. There are many factors that have to be weighed. All cthree clubs above are quality clubs. The rule the wife and I put in place this year was not to sign with anyone until we watched them coach a game and see how they do interacting with the girls in different situations.Ed wrote:2028 wrote:Not a lot of info on the 01’s but in the 00’s either of the top two are good clubs. The Lightning is kind of hit or miss depending on the age group in my opinion.
IMHO, I would not worry about the club as much as the coach and the team. Find a coach that you are comfortable with and a team your DD feels like she fits in.
All clubs have good and bad points, so the coach and team become the key factors.
Watch out for what we call the honey moon period!
Yep...which comes well after the contract has been signed!!
Yep, you are correct 00ssoccermom!
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One of those '01 team you mentioned play a different style than the other two.
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Texans FW played LHGCL Div II last year and will be promoted to Div I this coming season, while Texans South played Arlington Div II last season.
FWFC Black plays LHGCL Div II while Red played in Arlington Div I last season.
TX Lightning Black plays LHGCL Div III while White played in Arlington Div II last season. Both are coached by Renato Sampaio.
So there is a considerable difference depending upon your DD's talent level. The other Tarrant Co teams in LHGCL is Solar Red (Div I) and Solar White '01 (Div II).
Sting West O'Keefe played LHGCL Div III last year but will have to requalify this year. Also Odyssey '01 had a strong team in PPL Div I last year and per postings here intends to go through qualifying.
Have any of the coaches given you a good idea of what level of play would be best for her?
ETA: In our three years here, my DD has played for, trained with, or played against several of these squads. If you want to ask anything privately, feel free to PM me.
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We practice at Eubanks Intermediate, 500 S. Kimball.
Monday & Thursdays, 6:30-8pm, plus Saturday 9-11am.
Many of the replies bring up good points, team chemistry, game style and coach are key factors to decide what will fit your daughter and your family best.
With the Saints, we focus on development of the player and are putting the finishing touches on our 01' team for the fall. We still have a couple openings for the right player for our team.
Give me a call if interested in finding the right soccer club home for your daughter. I'd be happy to speak with you.
Tryout times will be announced shortly.
Coach Rob Mac
214-697-1925.
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Odyssey 01G / Keller - Looking to fill final roster spots!
Team plays in PPL D1.
Great squad of girls, coached by Mark Axon for the past 4 years. Very supportive group of parents!!
Focus on development, while enjoying the experience!
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays from 7:00pm to 8:30pm
Where: 2185 Golden Heights Rd, FW, 76177
Contact me for any further info.
Coach: Mark Axon / mark_axon@yahoo.com / 972-679-2717
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allhatnocattle wrote:Playing style is another important factor to look for in a team, regardless of club. Does the coach endorse a style that suits your DD and it is a sustainable style long-term?
One of those '01 team you mentioned play a different style than the other two.
letsplay wrote:I agree with allhatnocattle...one team does play a different style...in my opinion, not a good one...
letsplay wrote:posssesion soccer...not kick ball
Good advice, but why so much beating around the bush? Which of the teams plays kickball and which plays possession soccer?
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B166512 wrote:My daughter has played on teams with both styles. While possession soccer may sound good I have found it to be rather boring. If you always have the ball but are not attacking for the sake of keeping possession, how many scoring chances are you creating? Most of the girls I've seen at this age have had possession drilled into their brain so much that they are scared to play a long pass. What's wrong with playing a ball forward and letting your forwards chase it down and creating scoring chances? You can play keep away after your up a goal or two.
Possession soccer isn't boring if everyone does their job. Actually, it's very pretty and encourages creativity when it is working. There's nothing wrong with a blend between possession and an occasional long pass. Possession can lull the defense into thinking everything is in front of them. Also, it involves more of the team in the process of building up to scoring chances.
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bananakick wrote:allhatnocattle wrote:Playing style is another important factor to look for in a team, regardless of club. Does the coach endorse a style that suits your DD and it is a sustainable style long-term?
One of those '01 team you mentioned play a different style than the other two.letsplay wrote:I agree with allhatnocattle...one team does play a different style...in my opinion, not a good one...letsplay wrote:posssesion soccer...not kick ball
Good advice, but why so much beating around the bush? Which of the teams plays kickball and which plays possession soccer?
I'll take a stab. DTFW=kickball; FWFC=possession?
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justpeachy wrote:bananakick wrote:allhatnocattle wrote:Playing style is another important factor to look for in a team, regardless of club. Does the coach endorse a style that suits your DD and it is a sustainable style long-term?
One of those '01 team you mentioned play a different style than the other two.letsplay wrote:I agree with allhatnocattle...one team does play a different style...in my opinion, not a good one...letsplay wrote:posssesion soccer...not kick ball
Good advice, but why so much beating around the bush? Which of the teams plays kickball and which plays possession soccer?
I'll take a stab. DTFW=kickball; FWFC=possession?
What age group are you referring to? I see the opposite.
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I'll take a stab. DTFW=kickball; FWFC=possession?[/quote]
What age group are you referring to? I see the opposite. [/quote]
They were talking about '01 age group on this '01 forum.
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