Our new Club

The rumors abound. And, as providence should have it – that which has us joining the mighty Andrew Collins and his legendary Breakers, is true. We are, thusly, proud to call ourselves JBS Shockers Nation. We’ll be flying new colors as well. Gray to be clear about it, with our traditional yellow tye-dye socks. We’ll [...]

Tuesday’s Practice

Shockers Nation: Last nights practice was one of those times that makes being a coach extra fun and interesting. It was like a family reunion. The girls had not been together en masse for almost two weeks. And, they were clearly delighted to be together. There was a great deal of laughter, and catching up. The [...]

being pleased or being satisfied

Wednesday night at practice, with some ill-advised shenanigans afoot, I found myself relating a story to our Shockers about “being pleased or being satisfied”. I think most of them will remember the moment. If not the words, well, perhaps the catch in my voice – hopefully my heart, certainly. We have a lot of soccer [...]

not just words… or deeds

Emma, One of our players, hurt her arm during practice over a week ago. I think about her each day and look forward to when she can rejoin the team. I exchanged emails with her mother this afternoon and wrapped that up with something I believe we, as Shocker Nation, understand in terms of what [...]

our daughters our Shockers

What is it about our daughters? We look at them in all their varying shapes, sizes and attitudes – and, see princesses. Mixed with that is the uneasy realization that we have to prepare them for a world that will often hurt them while they work tirelessly (we expect) to help make it a better [...]

the season Afoot

We had our first practice of the Fall season Monday. Both the U14 and U16 Shockers squads appear to be comprised of a mighty and ferocious crew. Mighty tigers all, with nary a silly kitten (at least that day). All twenty seven players got through their laps and sprints, too many to count to be [...]

Match #9: Lessons Learned

I can begin this post regarding yesterday’s match against NSA Magic with some highlights… Our defensive unit was solid. AC Anderson had a brilliant fast break the entire length of the pitch – and, darn near scored. Ironically our Strykers were off-sides and diffused the play. But, that was a ‘shocking’ reminder of AC’s blistering [...]

Momentum

Great scrimmage last night (Tuesday). Much improved close-quarters passing (those drills are paying-off). Solid communication. Determination was greatly evident. Three goals in five minutes with a shut-out says it all. Hope to most everyone tomorrow Thursday for practice. But, have a great Spring Break. Be ready for our two matches with NSA Magic and Revolution [...]

Silverbacks return Thursday

Silverbacks Caroline and Tara will be back (weather permitting) for Thursday’s practice. Coach Brian

Training with Silverbacks

Big, heart-felt thanks to Tara Minnix and Carolyn Ford of the Atlanta Silverbacks for working with our Shockers! Group photo by our inestimable Team Manager (Main Mom) Patty Wojcik.

Thursdays Practice and Tara Minnix

We have Tara Minnix, a standout Defender with the Atlanta Womens Silverbacks joining the Shockers for practice Thursday the 5th. We will, essentially, have Tara run practice that evening. Here are some of her player statistics (these don’t include 2008 when the Lady Silverbacks had an undefeated regular season): W-League: 2007—Became all-time Silverback appearance leader [...]

…sad little Kittens

I had some sad little kittens (decidedly not mighty tigers) on my hands this evening after practice and a short scrimmage. We did pretty good with some drills early on.  But, we had a tough time holding our ground against a sister Fusion squad in a scrimmage. Afterwards I told them the only way they [...]

Special treat

In the next few weeks, we will have a special (Shockers only) mini-camp with select members of the Lady Atlanta Silverbacks. Coach Brian

Notes for Thursday Practice

Our skills sharpen each practice – as does confidence and team unity. Erin joined us last night, and she fit right in – mostly because the girls have big hearts and Erin put forth a solid effort. Our Defense needs to FOCUS. Our Forwards are being encouraged to SHOOT.  But, also to fearlessly dribble the [...]

Kits and Tournament Preparation

Our new “kits” (United Kingdom vernacular for uniforms and that related) have arrived. Each player will be issued Fusion blue Adidas shorts, and Two Adidas jerseys – Fusion Blue (Home) and White (Away). With some luck, we are hopeful Alex Rodriguez at Totally Soccer, will have our sweatshirts, custom tie-dye socks (yellow I think), and [...]