When WW2 broke out, Harry Goslin – Captain of the Bolton Wanderers – stood out on the field and announced that the whole team would be volunteering for service of England in the war. They formed the “Bolton” regiment – one of many formed from footballers. Harry continued to represent England in soccer even during the war serving in Egypt, Iraq, and ultimately Italy where he lost his life at the age of 34. He is buried there in the Sangro River Cemetery.

What I liked: Lots of folks – new and old. James Gaudet was highlighted from the 8th graders, Naseem made his debut as well. Of the old men, Andrew, Ben Taube, Kaarsen, and Keerat were all mentioned as high performers.

With my coach hat on, I want to emphasize the continued importance of moving the ball FAST – the ball moves much faster than a person and our dribbling gets us into trouble. We want more combinations and give and go’s and when we are doing them – we look good. When we don’t we struggle and turn the ball over.

All in all, a great spring with a lot of growth of particularly the younger players. Looking forward to the summer and an AWESOME season. Lots of competition for spots and that will make us better.

We are blessed with a great group.

Form available in the “Parent/Guardian” Section of Website

We will meet for 10-15 minutes prior to training on Friday in RM 103. This is mandatory meeting for all interested in playing WABS next season. Please see me if you know you cannot attend.

For Friday – bring cleats AND running shoes in case the rain puts us in the gym.

Some praises:

1. We have had a bunch of guys highly active during the spring – too many to list. Great job building for the fall!
2. Prom best dressed awards go to Danny Thatcher and Harnit Singh!*

Calendar Updates:

1. League games have been added as has most of our practice schedule from now till October. Check it out in the calendar section of the website.
2. Free physicals on May 30th – it is a Saturday! 8-10 AM at WAIS. Get them done early and free!
3. Last spring training is this Friday at 2:45 PM at WAIS
4. Summer workouts begin June 9th at WAHS – see calendar.
5. Mandatory Players Meeting at 2:10 PM in RM 103 this Thursday.

*Mr. Stewart is not a fashion critic. They all looked good!

Probably the thing I liked the most about today was the participation! Anthony and James made their debut’s with us. Ish was back, Kareem present and accounted for – Aidan Flood and Brogan. This in addition to our usual suspects we love – Yahriel, Jayden, Rashad, and Adam to name only a few. My challenge to all of us – keep coming, keep getting better, 1 % each day, better teammates, better people. Rock and roll WABS! Have a great weekend.

We know we have prom goers that will likely miss but we will still train tomorrow from 2:45 -3:45 PM! See you there!

It has been a really constructive spring training season. We have seen some excellent development from some players who were active on JV last year that will be pressing for varsity minutes in the fall. We are fitter than we were but will need to be much fitter for the season. Our last spring workout will be May 22 at WAIS.

Summer workouts will begin June 9th with AM workouts and trainings on Tuesday and Thursdays. (6:45 AM workouts with Coach Alec at WAHS followed by on-field training at WAIS with us at 8:15 AM – wrapping up by 9:15-9:30 AM). Having our best season will require commitment from the boys to arrive in August in their BEST possible shape – physically and technically.

I will try to schedule some informal games over the summer for some fun and to test the boys a bit (dates and times TBD).

Please check the calendar on the website for the summer schedule and I will also be updating the fall months soon as well.

Parent information/meeting/meet the coaches times to be announced soon as well.

Lots to look forward to as we finish out the school year – what a wonderful group of guys we have here in WABS.

Bring sneakers and cleats!