It was a hot one and we need it to be acclimated for August 11. Some players who got a shout-out today:

1. Keerat! He is more than just a name. He moves.

2. Harnit! The silent ninja. Harnit was described as always being in the right spot and doing the right thing.

3. Andrew. Back from his Hawaiian Punch he was active as a jitterbug.

4. BenTaube – Have you watched Ben Hur? Well, we have BenTaube. Calm on the ball, nice passes.

5. Danny – played a few different positions and let loose a howitzer of a shot. It didn’t go in but in fairness the goals are small these days.

6. Nolan Browne – he was up and active on his mark. Aggressive tendancies which we like and he is working hard to take care of the ball.

Coaches Comments: I liked the 2 touch the most. Pinnies played better and the shirts were more incisive during 2 touch. It is critical that we control the ball and equally critical that we learn to play quickly. NOT BIG BOMBS down the field, but quick incisive passes. Check out the video linked below and go to 12:15. You will see an unforgivable turnover by USA and then the quick counter. With Gigi or Justin or Andrew up top, this will be a nightmare for opponents. Note the runner (Baris) that eventually took the shot and the pass to him. Every ball was deliberate – no blind long balls here or ponderous possession. WATCH and talk to me about it via email. There will be competition for starting spots on the field. Get in the habit of doing all the little things to make our team great.

PS: It was so much fun to play and watch you guys. We are so blessed to have you all.