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A Great Insight Into Girls U-8 Soccer
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A lot of my daughters’ friends play soccer – pulling on their shin guards, lacing up those cleats, and heading off to the field for practice or a game – just like so many other little girls across the world do each week. Eight and under is a great age group – they are old enough to “get it”, understand the rules and are starting to get past that giant “soccer worm” mentality.
Kimberly at the Silicon Valley Moms site wrote a great piece on her experience with girls soccer and her daughter being an U8. From her post:
More like “real soccer,” is how my daughter defined the U8 play. Real soccer indeed. Many of the girls may not even be four feet tall, but they play at a level rivaling my old high school team, complete with take away slides, shoulder bumps and attempts at tricky footwork. The skill growth is impressive, but more surprising is the cut throat competitiveness accompanying it.
Keep us posted Kimberly – sounds like it is going to be a fun season!
Soccer.com Free Nike Backpack Offer
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One thing I have learned having busy kids doing multiple sports is that having a dedicated bag for each sport is an organizational must! It is much easier to keep track of the little things you need for practice if they are all in the same place all the time.
Soccer.com has got a really great offer just in time for back-to-school and Fall soccer. Get a FREE Nike Backpack with orders of $150 or more at Soccer.com! Use Code: 1FREEBAG1 
The Nike “Nutmeg” Backpack (black color only) is free with orders of $150 or more, from now until August 15th (or while supplies last). This is a great pack for soccer players. It includes a front, mesh ball sling, zippered pockets for guards and boots, as well as a large interior compartment for books and other gear.
If you are shopping for soccer apparel, footwear or equipment, you need to check out Soccer.com – they have a great selection and prices.
Gearing Up for Spring Soccer
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One of the fastest growing sports in the U.S. is soccer. This spring you will see even more girls lacing up their cleats and heading for the pitch than ever before. Soccer is a great sport for girls of all ages and fitness level. It helps develop fitness, endurance, quickness, large motor skills, team work and confidence.
In today’s economy, soccer is also one of the most affordable youth sports. Most local parks and recreation departments have youth soccer leagues – many with season entry fees of less than $75. Once your athlete is registered, the list of equipment needed for soccer is pretty short – she’ll need Soccer Cleats, Shin Guards, soccer socks, shorts and a t-shirt.
One extra piece of gear that is not required but will make your life as a Mom easier – because it helps keep dirt on the field – are Cleatskins.
Cleatskins Kids slip over cleats to keep kids safe from slipping while walking in cleats on non-grassy surfaces, they protect the cleats, and they keep your car and entry way cleaner as the dirt and mud are covered. Save 10% With our exclusive Sportsgirls coupon code.
For more information on youth soccer, where to find a program near you, and soccer resources in general, check out:
- US Youth Soccer
- The American Youth Soccer Organization
- On the Pitch
- Diary of a Soccer Mom
