For those who have been in women's soccer?
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Okay. In order to play soccer, you have to be in VERY good shape. Soccer players are some of the best athletes on the planet because they have to be constantly moving up and down a huge field. If you want to be a striker/forward, you will need to be able to sprint, but you will not be doing as much running as midfield/halfback. Midfields stay in the middle of the field and run an average of 2-4 miles, depending on the intensity in the game, in high school, and more in college. Soccer is very competitive in some areas. Do not be afraid of coming into contact with the ball because you will need to head it(use your hairline), and trap it with your chest, torso, and legs. Practice should be intensive, based on the personality of the coach. You will do antything from running sprints to passing to running miles to scrimmaging. And as to the goalie question, usually a player volunteers to be a goalie. If no one volunteers, which is highly unusual, then the coach should determine the goalie based on which player is least intimidated by the ball and has the quickest reflexes. No, no one will make you be goalie. You always have the option of saying no or quitting the team. Soccer is a very intensive sport, but I love it. I am currently playing on a high school varsity team and I love it. I usually play right midfield, but can be subbed in for the forward position. In my opinion, soccer is the best sport and really helps get the stress out. Advice: think of someone you hate/would love to smack and kick the ball with all your might. Kick using your shoelaces and lean back to put power into your kick. Pass the ball with the side of your foot. When shooting, never use your toe. And finally, never use your arms to trap the ball. Some referees call a handball only if the ball touched the actual hand, but most usually call it for any part of the arm. Good luck, chica!!! :D
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As long as you're in good health I would definitely recommend it. Since you have played before I am sure you know that soccer requires substantial stamina and endurance. Look for a church or park league to get yourself back into the swing of it. Depending on your skill level, you can determine for yourself whether you would like to play just for fun (and great exercise - it's a great sport that you can that you can play at any age) or if you're ability is more at a competitive level. Either way, just the fact that you're interested means you should give it another shot! Good Luck and Have FUN!
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Try this:\nhttp://www.mastersport.co.uk/soccer/socceruniform.htm
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http://www.dailysouthtown.com/southtown/dssports/pro/302sd9.htm\nBridgeview 2006 (Date not set)\n\nThats the most info i got for ya.  There seems to be some conflicts atm.  I know there was some talk about chelsea touring mls?
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Become? Man....its huge!! Ok in comparison to other countries...no, true we are not. But on the amateur level it is huge. Starting out kids at such an early age and playing all through college. Travel teams.......etc. The USA women's soccer team came to my hometown with Mia Hamm and played Canada's team and our entire stadium was filled. There is a huge fan base because of all of the young generations that play. I don't know that we'll have multiple teams ever like football or baseball on the pro level. But we have an excellent USA team and wonderful fans. If we aren't there yet, I feel we at least are on our way. :)
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I played soccer for 14 years before an injury took me out of the game. My favorite time to play was when I was inexperienced. I had the most fun. It didn't matter if I scored a goal on my own team, I was just out there having a good time. You can't walk onto the field and play like Mia Hamm. It takes practice, and the best way to learn is from making mistakes. Go out, and have a good time, and give it your best. Thats all anyone can ask.
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I'm guessing a lot of them...put in applications at different schools, go watch nearby college soccer teams and let the coach know you're interested (perhaps) for playing with their school, and/or ask your coach for suggestions. I'm sure you'll find one.
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i am a girl and it really pees me off when girls ware the shirts just for world cup!! i love football and always have, i played for bristol rovers womens team. i am still a girly girl, but i love the sport and ware my footbal shirt when ever i want. come on england!!! ps i actually stand with all the lads singing the songs and watching every second of the game and get funny looks from other girls coz i know too much about football! that probably sounds really sad, but never mind lol! :)
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yah there still is a us national team...i think the next womens WC is 2007!
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Soccer is not a sissy game, I know a lot of people who think it is but they've never played it. I play and I'm bigger than everyone else so I don't get pushed around much. But I see some smaller teammates really get beat up. every now and then theres someone who will attempt to "push" me around..... throw a weak elbow. I just blow right past them. But there is no way soccer is a sissy's game. anyone who says that has no clue what they're talking about. \n\nSomeone tell me what the reason was for the red cards (real reason not some crap reason like "the ref was stupid" and i missed the first part of the game). After playing 9 on 10 you would be tired too. It did look like it was keeper v. keeper playing tennis at sometimes. but then again I didn't see any of the red cards so I can't tell you what I think of them. I am a referee so I could tell you if it was the correct call or not. \n\nThat dis-allowed goal was a stupid mistake. I would expect someone playing at my age (U-14) to make that kind of mistake. Its was just plain stupid and I am shocked that someone talented enough to be in the world cup would make that kind of mistake.
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Hey just go for it! The coaches will be impressed that you're trying. Just have confidence. It doesn't matter what the older girls think. They'll be way impressed if you make the team and won't give you any trouble any more. So just try out! If you don't make it, you just practice and try out again next year. And that's the worst that could happen. So it's not so bad! I played soccer in high school too and I loved it!
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so what u dont believe me now, OF COURSE GIRLS CAN PLAY SOCCER!!! stop being such a punk :p, and yes i did score 17 goals and i told u it was advanced soccer so u can score up to 50 goals it depends on the timeing of the game. by the way when we talk your soooooo died!!!! \n\np.s i still love u but your such a punk :p
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in division 1 womens the selections were announced today \nin division 2 womens tampa won over northern alabama (3-1)\nin division 3 womens Juniata won over washington-Saint louis (3-2)\n\nidk who won the texas championship sorry
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I guess it's because Women’s soccer in the US is more developed (like in the nordic markets in EU) compared to the half hearted attempt at getting the US mens game up to the same level\n\nFact, the US Women’s team have won their version of the world cup and the man's equiv have won diddly squat
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For more info, see\n\nFIFA women's homepage\nhttp://www.fifa.com/en/womens/index.html\n\nUEFA(Europe) women's homepage\nhttp://www.uefa.com/competitions/WomenFootball/index.html
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Check this out...\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_Australian_rules_football_womens_leagues
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I've been playing soccer for 10 years, and it's definetly a lot of fun, but you got to remember that it involves a lot of running and also keep in mind that it is 65% mental and 35% physical.  Try involving some of your friends to join with you, that way, you guys will all have fun together.  Just think of the joy of when you score your first goal!  And if you don't like the outdoors so much (sun burns, allergies, etc) try indoor soccer...I love indoor soccer, and it's a easier too handle, because you don't have to commit as much.  just GO for IT! its always good to try something new!