“What passion!!! Quit this obsession for five months. Do not waste this important year of your life. Use it well. Study diligently, score high marks and get yourself a secure future.” Parents, teachers, well-wishers et all, share the above-mentioned sentiment when they balance my studying for the school leaving examination and my devotion to soccer. The former wins each time. Not with me though.
Soccer defines me and empowers me. I am soccer. My love for the sport is no obsession. It is a hunger that gnaws at my insides and does not let me rest till I have kicked the twenty-seven inch ball with my team on the green surface for at least two hours, every day, irrespective of the vagaries of the weather. People do not understand that soccer is much more than a game for me. It has given me a new perspective to life and is my life’s support. I have imbibed the importance of diligence and discipline in our lives, in
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After spending two hours running, kicking the ball, defending the goal etcetera, infused with the extra supply of serotonin, dopamine and norepinephrine, when I reach school, equations of chemistry and mathematics, laws of physics, theorems and formulae, as well as computer languages and coding, all become easy. Returning home from school at four PM, a quick shower, a change of clothes and a healthy meal later, I join my teammates for our daily three-hour soccer sessions in the neighborhood field, where we train under the watchful eye of our coach. With only twenty-four hours to the day, on reaching home after practice, I study till one thir-ty AM, when I retire to get ready for another day. Each new day takes me one step closer to my goal and what I want to do in life, play soccer. In other words, playing soccer has not only honed my soccer skills, but also ensured that I maintain my grades. So, to keep the fire
There were several factors that played into why I chose to attend Truett-McConnell. I have played soccer since I was five years old and ever since I started I had a dream to play college soccer. My dream was to play soccer at Samford University in Birmingham, AL. My aunts, uncles, both grandparents, mom, dad, and now older brother have all attended Samford. Going there would have been fantastic but God had other plans for me.
From an early age I always knew I would be playing soccer my whole life. My dad showed me the ropes of how to play and got me interested right away. By the age of three I had started playing, and to this day I have not stopped. Soccer has been a huge part of my life and I don’t know where I would be today if I never played. I met some amazing people playing soccer including my coaches who encouraged me and told me never to give up as well as my teammates who became my friends and were always there for me.
Known as the world’s most popular sport, professional soccer has helped create and define different groups of people around the world for longer than a century. The hoopla surrounding teams, geographic areas fans dwell in, and political ideals associated with individual clubs have carved an identity for millions of supporters whose heart and soul becomes dedicated to their favorite players, stadiums, and coaches. Soccer teams and their fans can give us a window into how people can be divided and defined by their allegiances and ideals, and why those with similar views band together to create a familiar environment for themselves.
With youth soccer as a raging phenomenon and the steady increase of success in the men’s, and women’s national teams, soccer in the United States is steadily growing. The American people are aching for a higher standing in the soccer world and Major League Soccer is planning on providing by increasing the amount of clubs and providing a more socially dominating presence for the game in the American society. The sport is undoubtedly the most powerful social gathering point modern society has to offer, and with it’s soon to be strong American presence, it will strengthen foreign affairs and create a unifying hobby throughout the American people. Not only will the expansion and popularity gather all society to one global love of the game, but it will help to unify some of the broken pieces of modern society.
Around the world, soccer is ubiquitous; it exists in the streets, in the prisons, in backyards, in dirt and stadiums. Soccer is a competitive sport with physical contact, high intensity of running for miles and miles. Once people begin playing, they fall in love with the sport and never want to stop. Soccer is widely popular in Europe, Africa, and America. But there are some struggles with it like women’s soccer is a feminist issue, how it actually changes people’s lives across the world, and why soccer is less popular in the USA.
Soccer is my passion, I love soccer with all my heart. But, I remember when I used to suck at it. I remember the first time I went to go try out for a club team, I wanted to quit playing right after that practice. Everyone was so good at the sport and I didn’t have any experience. But, I kept trying and I got better and better. I finally went to a team that was more my level, and we’ve all grown up together as a very strong team. I’m glad I kept going with soccer, it’s such a fun sport to play. My biggest dream is to get looked at by a college and get a scholarship in soccer. But, for that to happen, I have to work really hard for my goal to play in college. My last symbol is a paint brush. I love to draw, even though I’m not the best at it I still practice to get better at it. I also love looking at art because it’s so beautiful. What I love about art is that it tells a story and you have to figure out what that story is.
While I have developed my soccer skills over the years, the relationships I have built with people are treasured more than my ability to play the game. Playing soccer has granted me the opportunity to be surrounded by an extensive family of people who truly love me. I am forever indebted to the sport for bringing me into love-filled relationships with players and coaches alike.
Soccer is a sport that takes a lot of commitment and teamwork to succeed in games. Even though most sports do take commitment and teamwork to succeed,
“Football is more than just a sport, it’s a community.” Jack Lang, professional soccer athlete for Rio De Janeiro, Brazil, tells Sports Illustrated, “The language and its use of words both hold a mirror to [a] society, reflecting its nuances as well as embellishing them…the game and the language that describe it are engaged in permanent dialogue -- jostling for position, conceding ground, stretching before snapping back in reconciliation. ” Lang, having since been playing on the Rio De Janeiro football team for his first time in 2013, didn’t realize what a huge symbol of hope this sport brought to people. The more games he played the more hope and joy people would receive (Lang, The Far Post 2013). Lang wasn’t the only one to recognize this; in fact, many non-governmental organizations use soccer’s communal attributes to promote peace within nations.
The amazing game of soccer is played on every continent, and is the world’s most popular sport. It is proven to be one of the number one sports to be played and watched. Because its fans and players are so dedicated, the sport continues to grow. Requiring only a ball and open space, the activity is available to anyone, whether rich or poor, male or female, athletic or not. Over the years, soccer has won the hearts of many because of its unique history, many benefits, and notable achievements.
The definition of soccer: “A game played by two teams of eleven players with a round ball that may not be touched with the hands or arms during play except by the goalkeepers. The object of the game is to score goals by kicking or heading the ball into the opponent 's ' goal.” When I think about the thing I’m most passionate about, soccer pops into my head right away. Soccer represents more than just a game to me. The sport gives me an outlet distract me from the real world, it taught me to overcome a battle that shaped my character, and my teammates bring out the best in me.
Origin of soccer came from ancient Greek and Roman civilizations where games were similar to nowadays known as soccer. With rules and the basis of the sport set in England, became a sport known as association football. It is the highest viewed sport in the world, from people rushing into the stadium, to people tuning their TV’s on the game. It is played by millions, from little kids to professionals. Its main element to be played is the ball; leather made, is why the most reachable sport is for middle or lower class people. People follow this sport with passion and love, that one feels when is in the stadium cheering for the team.
The keychain residing in my pocket is more than just a mere piece of metal, as it has become a symbol of my passion and love for the game of soccer. Soccer has been by my side for 9 years and it has become essential for my livelihood. As I step onto the field, I feel all my problems and responsibilities diminish, giving me a sense of freedom. It is a magical sensation in which I do what I love without having to worry about my other problems. Soccer has helped me cope with the many hardships that I have faced throughout my
I was always taught that soccer was to be about the love of the game and that it should be fun. Unfortunately, I faced many obstacles that I needed to overcome before I could truly love the game for what it was worth. I grew and continued to love the game, knowing little at the time of the obstacles I would be faced with, and would need to overcome. My struggles with soccer began early in my life. I was an average player, who had a drive to succeed and go far.
It is difficult to understand why such a simple game brings out so much passion and support. As a member of the soccer subculture, I can label myself as a coach, a player, and sometimes even a fan. As a coach, I work for Ottawa South United, widely seen as the