Monday, November 17, 2008

Surf Cup Scouting Report

OK Sodium, time to get cranked up for San Diego!

Style
The style of play down south is much different than we play. Some of you will remember Regionals and the Slammers. The ref's will call any contact of any kind. Technical play is huge and perfect passing and communication is a must. Obviously a big adjustment for the Bailey & Beth as they love to Blow up the opponent.

So Cal Blues
Play much like the Slammers. Strive to get on the board early and often. These guys will push to win EVERY ball. Awesome body positioning and they always 'crash the goal.' All their forwards can shoot with both feet, head, whatever! They had a few losses this season so they are beatable.

Sereno 96
Very similar play to So Cal Blues but throw in the fact they play a very technical game, and you have Sereno.

South Bay Force Black
No word on these guys yet, still researching.

Summary
We must bring our "A" game. Any team can be beat on any given day. The keys are how hard you prepare, how much you want it and to not let up for a second. All the the reports say that the key is to play harder the second half, if you let up for just a minute you will be down by 3 goals and scratching your head. This will be our biggest challenge yet as the 2008-2009 Sodium team. Are we ready? Will be prepared for this challenge? Will every player give 100%?

I always bet on BLACK......

GO SODIUM!

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