THUSC Sodium
Premeir Gold Division
Fall League - 2nd place
Point Total - 30
Goals For - 24
Goals Against - 10
Overall Record - 9-2-3
Bridlemile Mercury Black
Division 1
Fall League - 5th place
Point Total - 18
Goals For - 15
Goals Against - 14
Overall Record - 5-6-3
See you all at the field.
GO SODIUM!
Saturday, November 8, 2008
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Thoughts on OPL
I was thumbing through my playlists on my iPod when I came across a song that, when I listened to it, I couldn't help but relate it to Sodium. The song was by Queen and titled "I want it all".
It chronicles the bands journey to the top of the charts. A journey of ups & downs, of break ups and the addition of new members. Once it was all ironed out, they battled to the top. "I want it all" is dedicated to the attitude that got them there. The belief that they are the best. You can see the similarities between Queen and Sodium. The ups & downs, the addition of news members, the rise to the top. The chorus says; "I want it all...and I want it now!" Now is the time Sodium. With OPL starting next weekend the time is now to set a precedent. We face two teams we have beaten in the past in the first round. Do not overlook these teams. We need to go out and use these games to gain momentum. There is no doubt in my mind that we couldn't come away with a pair of dominating wins. 4, 5, 6 to nothing. Remember last year when I saw the bumper sticker with the soccer ball that said; "Trample the weak, hurdle the dead". It's our turn to trample the weak. The only thing that is standing in our way Sodium is the 'Killer Instinct' to put your cleat on the opposing teams throat. To not let up until the final whistle. To score a goal and then see how fast you can score the next one. Never let up. Our defense is playing with that attitude. It was evident in the fall league when they allowed the fewest goals of any team. They aren't afraid to plant a hard check and take the opposing forward down. Why? Because they know their teammates have their back. To form the wall if a free kick is called. And for Camille to clear the shot. Remember before the State Championship game when each of you set goals for the game? To play physical, to score, to win the 50/50's, to not get beat to the ball. Ask Marisa Reid, she'll tell you. You should be setting the same goals before every game. I know you are playing against some of your friends, but remember this, when we take the field we take it as a team. We take the field as one with a focused goal in mind, to play the best we can. To give 100% from start to finish. Regardless of obstacles, if you all play to your best abilities, you will dominate. "If it is to be, it's up to me"
I would like you to think about what John McCain said in his concession speech; "Americans never quit. We never surrender. We never hide from history. We make history."
Sodium, you have a chance to make history this season. By never quiting, never giving up you have the chance to prove that you are something special. This OPL tournament is just the beginning, a chance to go out and prove how hard you've worked, how much better shape you are in and how far you've come as a team.
You are a dominating force to be reckoned with. You are Sodium.
*****Another Schedule Change*****
11/8/08 vs Bridlemile Mercury Black - REC #4 @ noon
11/9/08 vs Eugene Metro Magic - Smith Elem. @ 11:00AM
GO SODIUM!
It chronicles the bands journey to the top of the charts. A journey of ups & downs, of break ups and the addition of new members. Once it was all ironed out, they battled to the top. "I want it all" is dedicated to the attitude that got them there. The belief that they are the best. You can see the similarities between Queen and Sodium. The ups & downs, the addition of news members, the rise to the top. The chorus says; "I want it all...and I want it now!" Now is the time Sodium. With OPL starting next weekend the time is now to set a precedent. We face two teams we have beaten in the past in the first round. Do not overlook these teams. We need to go out and use these games to gain momentum. There is no doubt in my mind that we couldn't come away with a pair of dominating wins. 4, 5, 6 to nothing. Remember last year when I saw the bumper sticker with the soccer ball that said; "Trample the weak, hurdle the dead". It's our turn to trample the weak. The only thing that is standing in our way Sodium is the 'Killer Instinct' to put your cleat on the opposing teams throat. To not let up until the final whistle. To score a goal and then see how fast you can score the next one. Never let up. Our defense is playing with that attitude. It was evident in the fall league when they allowed the fewest goals of any team. They aren't afraid to plant a hard check and take the opposing forward down. Why? Because they know their teammates have their back. To form the wall if a free kick is called. And for Camille to clear the shot. Remember before the State Championship game when each of you set goals for the game? To play physical, to score, to win the 50/50's, to not get beat to the ball. Ask Marisa Reid, she'll tell you. You should be setting the same goals before every game. I know you are playing against some of your friends, but remember this, when we take the field we take it as a team. We take the field as one with a focused goal in mind, to play the best we can. To give 100% from start to finish. Regardless of obstacles, if you all play to your best abilities, you will dominate. "If it is to be, it's up to me"
I would like you to think about what John McCain said in his concession speech; "Americans never quit. We never surrender. We never hide from history. We make history."
Sodium, you have a chance to make history this season. By never quiting, never giving up you have the chance to prove that you are something special. This OPL tournament is just the beginning, a chance to go out and prove how hard you've worked, how much better shape you are in and how far you've come as a team.
You are a dominating force to be reckoned with. You are Sodium.
*****Another Schedule Change*****
11/8/08 vs Bridlemile Mercury Black - REC #4 @ noon
11/9/08 vs Eugene Metro Magic - Smith Elem. @ 11:00AM
GO SODIUM!
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Other league play action & OPL Info
Sodium had a bye this weekend but here are the results;
GAMES
Saturday
EMFC 95 Magic 2 vs OR Rush 3
Keizer Hotshots 1 vs ESUFC Arsenal 1
Sunday
LOSC Extreme 5 vs WSM Strikers 0
STANDINGS
#1 - OR Rush 95G Nike - 37 pts
#2 - THUSC Sodium - 30 pts
#3 - LOSC Extreme - 28 pts
#4 - FC Portland Platinum - 22 pts
#5 - Keizer Hotshots - 19 pts
#6 - ESUFC Arsenal - 15 pts
#7 - EMFC 95 Magic - 10 pts
#8 - WSM Strikers - 1 pt
Next Up:
Oregon Cup
Saturday - 11/8/08 @ 12 pm vs WSM Strikers - REC #4
Sunday - 11/9/08 @ 12:30 pm vs Eugene Magic - Smith Elementary
Semi Finals
Saturday 11/15/08 @ 12 pm - PC Rock Creek
GAMES
Saturday
EMFC 95 Magic 2 vs OR Rush 3
Keizer Hotshots 1 vs ESUFC Arsenal 1
Sunday
LOSC Extreme 5 vs WSM Strikers 0
STANDINGS
#1 - OR Rush 95G Nike - 37 pts
#2 - THUSC Sodium - 30 pts
#3 - LOSC Extreme - 28 pts
#4 - FC Portland Platinum - 22 pts
#5 - Keizer Hotshots - 19 pts
#6 - ESUFC Arsenal - 15 pts
#7 - EMFC 95 Magic - 10 pts
#8 - WSM Strikers - 1 pt
Next Up:
Oregon Cup
Saturday - 11/8/08 @ 12 pm vs WSM Strikers - REC #4
Sunday - 11/9/08 @ 12:30 pm vs Eugene Magic - Smith Elementary
Semi Finals
Saturday 11/15/08 @ 12 pm - PC Rock Creek
Championship Game
Sunday 11/16/08 @ 12 pm - REC #1
Monday, October 27, 2008
Kudos to Sodium Defense
After taking a closer look at the standing [and reading a couple emails, thanks!] I noticed an interesting fact; Sodium has allowed fewer goals than any other team in the Premier Gold Division. As a matter of fact, that statement holds true if you take a look at last year too. [There was a Washington team with a few less but they weren't in our bracket]
So, with that said, I have to congratulate Taylor Coon, Erika Cook, Lexi Frey and "Stone Cold" Camille Fairbairn for their exceptional play and outstanding defense this fall. I must also add, they couldn't have shined so bright without the mid-fielders playing phenomenally.
I have to include the the series of pictures below to illustrate what happens when an opposing forward gets a little to close to the goal. Editors note: No whistle on this play.
Taylor and Camille double-team Hadley.
"Oh no you don't!" Here, have
an elbow.
'Crunch time' in front of the net!
Another victim of the feared
and fearless E*A*T defense!
So, with that said, I have to congratulate Taylor Coon, Erika Cook, Lexi Frey and "Stone Cold" Camille Fairbairn for their exceptional play and outstanding defense this fall. I must also add, they couldn't have shined so bright without the mid-fielders playing phenomenally.
I have to include the the series of pictures below to illustrate what happens when an opposing forward gets a little to close to the goal. Editors note: No whistle on this play.
Taylor and Camille double-team Hadley.
"Oh no you don't!" Here, have
an elbow.
'Crunch time' in front of the net!
Another victim of the feared
and fearless E*A*T defense!
Sunday, October 26, 2008
Sodium secures 2nd place by beating FC...again
The Sodium girls hit the field Saturday with confidence, determination and attitude against neighborhood rivals FC Portland Platinum. For the second time in fall league play the lady warriors pounded a much improved FC club 3-0. Platinum, just coming off an impressive win over LOSC, was just no match for the Sodium firepower.
Katherine Kramer started things off with a first half rocket off the head of a FC defender! First half ended 1-0 with Sodiums relentless pressure beginning to wear the Platinum team down. The second half was domination as the lady warriors had settled into a confident Sodium Style of play that has proved to the downfall of many a team. After a hand ball in the box, MAC Kearney [a member of the feared 180's!] lined up the PK, eyed the keeper as if to plainly say; 'Never' and rocketed the shot passed her for a Sodium 2-0 lead! The FC girls were just no match late in the game as the Sodium conditioning took over. Shot after shot. The pressure proving to be too much to handle. Later in the half, as if to emphasize an earlier blog post about Sodium needing to boost their killer instinct, Emmy Owens would not be denied as she split the defense in route to ripping the back of the net for a 3-0 Sodium win and securing the second place spot in the league bracket.
I know I don't often get a chance to mention everyone in the blog and for those who have gotten little 'ink' I apologize. I am going to try to get photos of everyone posted [with captions] of the last 3 games over the period between now and OPL. Keep looking, your bound to see yourself!
Great job ladies. You had a great fall league and we are all very proud of you!
With heads held high, the loyal Sodium fans yell: GO SODIUM!
Katherine Kramer started things off with a first half rocket off the head of a FC defender! First half ended 1-0 with Sodiums relentless pressure beginning to wear the Platinum team down. The second half was domination as the lady warriors had settled into a confident Sodium Style of play that has proved to the downfall of many a team. After a hand ball in the box, MAC Kearney [a member of the feared 180's!] lined up the PK, eyed the keeper as if to plainly say; 'Never' and rocketed the shot passed her for a Sodium 2-0 lead! The FC girls were just no match late in the game as the Sodium conditioning took over. Shot after shot. The pressure proving to be too much to handle. Later in the half, as if to emphasize an earlier blog post about Sodium needing to boost their killer instinct, Emmy Owens would not be denied as she split the defense in route to ripping the back of the net for a 3-0 Sodium win and securing the second place spot in the league bracket.
I know I don't often get a chance to mention everyone in the blog and for those who have gotten little 'ink' I apologize. I am going to try to get photos of everyone posted [with captions] of the last 3 games over the period between now and OPL. Keep looking, your bound to see yourself!
Great job ladies. You had a great fall league and we are all very proud of you!
With heads held high, the loyal Sodium fans yell: GO SODIUM!
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