Anyone who saw Bellerin sitting on that pitch knew he was in another world and needed to come off. However, what if his case was less clear? What if he had taken a blow to the head but looked and acted somewhat normal? What would have happened? Read more here.
Media Hit – USMNT Postgame on Feuerstein’s Fire
I will be talking U.S. Men's National Team and their match tonight against Jamaica on Daniel Feuerstein's soccer show beginning around 9 PM. This will be the first USMNT match played in Chattanooga, and the second of Bruce Arena 2.0. I am sure there will be MUCH to discuss! Listen here.
My New Soccer Column – From the Touchline on BFTGT
I am pleased to share that starting, well, this week I will have a new column on the great soccer website By Far The Greatest Team. My column, entitled From the Touchline, takes different games from around Europe and analyzes the coaching decisions made in the game. Going beyond just the knee-jerk analysis of what worked… Continue reading My New Soccer Column – From the Touchline on BFTGT
Tales from the Top Flight: Sutton v. Arsenal and Smoking
This 5th Round tie thusly shapes up as one for the ages. Will Doswell try to unnerve Wenger by breaking out his vapor pipe during the pre-match handshake? Or will he save it for when his team goes ahead and he lighters it up Red Auerbach victory celebration style? Read more here.
BGov Article: Turning Your GR Committee Into An Asset
Because it is so common in associations, you tend to hear the same advice and strategies on using your GR Committee when you go to trainings. I know because I have given it. Presenters tend to say things like “use your committee to form your grassroots and grass tops; identify future Board members from the members who… Continue reading BGov Article: Turning Your GR Committee Into An Asset
Tales from the Top Flight: Gunnersaurus Transferred to China
The transfer away of Gunnersaurus continues the troubling Arsenal trend of transferring top talent in exchange for a large fee, regardless of the impact on the locker room. Arsenal fans are still smarting over the departure of Cesc Fabregas and Robin Van Persie, among others, who found immense success for rivals. Only time will tell… Continue reading Tales from the Top Flight: Gunnersaurus Transferred to China
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