Had a blast at the Rapid FC vs AFC Toronto match today.

More importantly, my eldest had a blast hooting and hollaring along the goal line as Rapid scored both of their goals in clear view. I think I've successfully created a fan.

It is National Coaches' Week!

I want to extend a #ThanksCoach to all the wonderful coaches with whom I've worked.

Being a kids' coach is extremely hard work and requires a special kind of dedication.

If you're out there coaching, I'd like to extend an extra thank you to you as well!

Have a great National Coaches' Week!

Just finished up my 3rd set of kids' #soccer cards (2024 edition).

This year, I drew my design inspiration from the #TimbitsSoccer ball, which is red & white. I also limited myself to a single card for either kid and a club card.

They turned out pretty good. A laser printer would make them a lot sharper, but the size & thickness are good. No residual stickiness either. I think I have a decent method to use moving forward.

The cutting/trimming could use work, but it's pretty good overall!

I finally finished my kids' #soccer cards from 2023.

It was my 3rd attempt, after 2 different versions in 2022.

Whenever I tackle these, I make a few improvements and learn how to improve them.

In 2023, I used dual card-stock pieces, sprayed them with acrylic, and then glued them with spray adhesive.

For 2024 though, I'll leave the cutting until after they've been glued, as the reverse leaves exposed (& sticky) edges.

A colour laser would greatly improve print quality too...

The #SudburyCyclones finally launched their branding, so I had to run out and get some of their initial merch for my kids & I. I'm very happy it wasn't the red & black motif and that they chose a fresh colour scheme.

Be sure to follow @GoGSCyclones for the latest updates on my local #L2O team!

Yesterday was my first day at my "main" location for #LittleKickers.

There were 4 brand new classes, with only a couple of kids transferring in from other locations (two of which I've taught at since I got my coaching position).

I also had a brand new assistant coach helping out for her very first session.

So far, I love this job. Just need to up that stamina!

#coaching #soccer #GreaterSudbury

It's just before 5:45 am.

I'm up, coffee in hand, and it looks like my TSN subscription ends at the end of today.

Thank-you Australia/New Zealand/FIFA for the @wwc final as an early morning birthday present!

Watching the closing ceremonies while waiting for the match.

#soccer #soccerdon #MastodonFC #FifaWWC23 #wwc

#GSSC folk, be sure to mark your calendars!

Anthony Totera, the Grassroots Ambassador and Domestic Amateur Scout for #League1Canada and the Canadian Premier League (#CPL), will be presenting on Tuesday, July 11th from 6pm - 7pm at Cambrian College Amphitheatre Room #2226 ⚽️💫 in #GreaterSudbury #Ontario.

#soccer #L1OPremier #L1OChampionship #L2O

@FootballStadiumPrints

Can we get a print in the shop for Vancouver FC of the Canadian Premier League (#CanPL)? You have the rest of the league (including the now defunct FC Edmonton), and I'd really like to be able to complete my collection.

I'm planning to order the updated versions of Pacific FC (stadium name change) & York9 (became York United) at the same time.