because when i am 16 i hopefully want to  be in college because i want to be a pro @ soccer so... do u think i could make it??.... because this year in soccer my team was in 4th place and i got  us up  into 2 place so....
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You can do it if you keep working hard. A huge step to making a name for yourself is getting into ODP (Olympic Development Program) with your state. Travel is tough, but you have to be on a winning team and you might have to travel a couple hours 2x-3x a week for practice, but if you are willing to then there is no doubt you can make it!
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Yes, but only if your grades are good enough.\n\nGo to the coach and ask... tell them that you really want on the team and ask for advice how you can improve so you will make the squad... the coach will love the fact that you are proactive enough to ask...
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When you are on the college level, it rarely matters what year you are. The smarter and more talented players will get more playing time. Most freshman do not get a lot of playing time because they still have a lot to learn and are not familiar with the plays. \n\nThere are a lot of impact freshman that are highly talented and will start throughout college.\n\nAnd yes, It is easier to play as you gain experience on that level. You learn from your teamates and become familiar with your assignments and what other teams will do.
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My senior year. I had the most fun because I joined a few clubs and was more active in chorus. I was in a trio that won first in state and a triple trio that won second in state. I also had lots of friends and fun. Unfortunately, I had a little too much fun and my grades fell so badly that I almost didn't graduate. I barely made it, but at the last exam, I gave it my all and passed. If I would have only done that throughout all of high school, I would have been an honor student, along with winning lots of scholarships and going on to college. But, alas, I didn't. Don't mean to bum you out, but it's true. I had more freedom as a senior, turning 18 in the middle of the year. I didn't handle 18 too well. I hope you do better than I did. Study hard. Get the best grades you can. Join a couple of clubs. Have fun. You'll only do this once, then it's gone. Learn from one who's been there, done that. Be careful. Be safe. <*)))><
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No, you don't automatically get in, but they should give you an idea when recruiting about whether you are a shoe-in to get into the school, or whether there are some other things you need to work on like grades or test scores to ensure you get into the school.  And be careful about being recruited right now, its not legal.  If you want to play in the NCAA, you need to read up on the rules and regulations for recruiting so you don't accidentally break any rules and ruin your eligibility.
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First of all, do you have any idea how early professional players begin playing?  I understand that if you practice enough, being very, very, very involved in tennis, you could do quite well.  It's very surprising that you could only play one year (and one month) and make your college team.  I guess if you really know you have a chance, you should just make it the biggest part of your life, and go for it!
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I'm not quite sure how a school's division is choosen at first, but a school can bump up a division at any time, but things have to be done.. there is a 4 year plan that has to be followed before a collge can become a true division 1 team (playoff eligible) from division two, i know this because a local college (Florida Gulf Coast Univiersity) is moving from divison 2 two division 1AAA (which i believe is a divison 1 college with no football team)
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to the best of my knowledge from observing, you have to be sponsored by some league and qualify in their national and world competitions.  i'm sure it is tough, but go for it!
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Well when you find out do let me know, because thats what I'm interested in becoming too. I've searched for Bios of famous soccer coaches like Bruce Arena etc.. to see where they start. My absolute best guess is once youve finished college (and its a must for this route) get a job at a highschool as a soccer coach. But you definately need to somehow contact a soccer coach and ask them.
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I just graduated high school last year and am now in college. I did cheerleading every year in high school and it greatly affected my high school experience. I made new friends, it kept me busy, and was great to put on resumes. It was extremely hard working and very demanding on my time and energy, but it was so fun and completely worth it. Now when I look back on my high school years, I remember so many memories from cheerleading, not memories of sitting on the couch eating potato chips after school. It gave me a purpose and I strived to do my best and to improve. During my senior year, I had a falling out with my group of friends and I had no one to turn to, but I had cheerleading and just got closer to my cheerleading friends. I don't know what I would have done without them.
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Age is not important, it's your eligibility time.  You get 4 years of eligibility time and can even petition for fifth year senior status.  Seeing as you have not played any college ball yet, you are still eligible.
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I have never seen this happen on my boys' teams (Little League & soccer).  I strongly feel that this has to do with the league & the coaches - you need to let everyone know up front what the deal is.  One year, my son's soccer coach sent home a letter at the beginning of the season saying - I'm the coach, you're not, if you want to coach then volunteer.  He phrased it a little more kindly, but you get the idea.  Let your parents know up front what your expectations are for parents.  By the way, your record is irrelevant.  It doesn't matter if your team is horrible - so what - parents need to realize that their children are not going to become professional athletes.    I think you are awesome to volunteer.  My fellow parents & I treat our coaches great!
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follow your dream...if it does not work out, you still end up with a degree.. Start with a Junior College and good luck.\nRemember, each team in Pro Ball have try outs each year for guys who don't go to college.\nIf you have heart and talent you will make it!!
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Try to get a scout to see your talents so join a local team and see if a scout can come see you but it's much easier to go pro from college because scouts go there to search for new talent
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School is almost over unless it's a college or university dont go. Plus Fifa World Cup only happens every 4 years And Ronadhino is gonna play! Over here in Oklahoma they are gonna play at that time too so you know where im going to be!
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In my ideal world, I would have stayed in college meaning I would have been done a long time ago. Right now, I plan on graduating December 2007 with an associates degree. Of course I want to fulfill my dreams and ambitions, that is what is driving me and motivating me to finish school.\n\nRight now, I feel that I am headed in a very good direction. I have a job, albeit a fast food job, but a job none the less. I plan on looking for a job after the new year in the profession that I'm majoring in in school.
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Sometimes everyones at fault. The coaches may be at fault for not teaching you the right way to play or good techniques. Your team may also be at fault. There may be really good players on your team but if you all can't work together then that can be a problem. My brother was on a team that lost every game except for their last game which was a tie (0-0..). There were some very talented players but the coaches never really worked on teamwork but instead on just those good players. Instead of looking at both the strenghts AND weaknesses he only looked at their good things and made them work on that. What he really needed was to also work on what they werent good on do everything could balance out and they could play on both sides of the field.If you play soccer next year make sure you get familiar with your teamates and with your coach. Also, talk with your coach if he/she isn't doing such a great job. Hope you win some next year...