My Transition to Running for Fun
For years now, Cooper has been an avid recreational running. Her passion for running has been a staple in her daily routine and her workouts almost always involves running. She has always express her dreams of running a marathon to me and I have always supporter her from a distance. With my routine as a footballer, I my training has always reflected performance goals and … Read More...
It’s Not the Number on Shirt but what the Shirt Represents
Over the last year, I have played for 2 very important teams that would change my life forever. It has always been a special part of any player's dream to bare his or her name on the back of a jersey. From the first jersey a player receives when they were a young child to the very last jersey they put on, having their name on the back is a dream realized no matter what … Read More...
I Heart My Mother
We often forget to revisit the past or really appreciate the histories of the most meaningful people in our lives. Sometimes the day we are born might mark a period where our reference points and our perspectives begin. Sometimes we forget to dig deeper and reexamine the beautiful lives leading up to our own. Sometimes we need to hear, experience and gain insight on past … Read More...
Silent Adventure
Recently, I have been publishing less of my experiences in the Philippines. With many thoughts, feelings and emotions that have come and gone, those that hurt and those that cheer, ones that linger and ones that bury deep, I still carefully record and document them. My feelings are mixed, but nonetheless bold. My stories and experiences flow strong and continuous, yet my … Read More...
2013 NSCAA Convention
Every year I look forward to the NCSAA Convention. Since I started coaching a decade ago, I have always tried me best to make the NSCAA's largest gathering of soccer coaches in world. I remember my first convention in Raleigh, North Carolina with my high school coach. We took a little road trip down from New York City. The experience truly changed my life and set my … Read More...
Each Visit Shows Me “Never Give Up”
This weekend, I had a chance to visit The Fairplay for All Foundation in Payatas, Manila. In our preparations from our Run Beyond Borders, my visit to the the organization was quite special. I had the amazing opportunity to bit farewell to the old drop-in center, to which many kids in Payatas have called their second home, their sanctuary, and … Read More...
LBC Foundation: Hands On Manila 2012 Servathon
Source: Kayafc.com This year I had the great privileged of participating in the Hands on Manila 2012 Servathon. On behalf of Kaya FC and the LBC foundation we took on the coast to clean and plant with the common goal of helping the environment. Often times it is hard to see the outcome of small actions such as picking up a piece of trash, but … Read More...
Mizuno BE
Source: Mizuno Mizuno Be shoes are inspired by the old Waraji sandals that were worn by the samurai class and foot soldiers during the feudal era of Japan. Fascinated by the Waraji sandals, which were shorter than the feet of those wearing them, … Read More...
National Soccer Coaches Association of America: Coaching Course
Founded in 1941 and based in Kansas City, Kan., the National Soccer Coaches Association of America has grown into the world’s largest soccer coaches’ organization that serves members at every … Read More...
Spirrs Product Watch: Throw Back Max
Throw Back Max is a distinct company that looks to do things a little bit different when it come to providing us with an interesting "old" twist to apparel. Throw Back Max … Read More...
Spirrs Product Watch: Soccer Pal
The Soccer Pal known and recognized by most players and coaches was one of the first soccer training products I've ever received as a young player. I remember vividly when my dad came home with the Soccer Pal. It was the new training device that I … Read More...
Spirrs Product Watch: Kick Medic
Recently, we have looked at two similar products to the Training Aid category, namely the Soccer Kick Return and the Soccer Edge. These products look to increase training productivity by way of eliminating the need to fetch or retrieve balls … Read More...
New Urban Designs: Live Breathe Futbol
This weekend we had a chance to connect with a special brand with the newest inspirations out of Philadelphia. We often see fashion and design motivated by daily life or love, and in this day in age common interest and the shared passion amongst … Read More...
SoccerPirrs Product WATCH: Who Are Ya Designs
By now the trusty brand Who Are Ya Designs, has burst into the football scene making appearances in the media, on celebs, with pro players and on fans across the world. I had a chance to catch up with creative director Chris Williams. With big … Read More...
