Relief Solicitation for Moore, OK

Many of you are probably asking yourselves why coach Hanson would be utilizing the Huskies Soccer Club channel of communication to solicit help for the victims of the tornado in Moore, OK? Well, while we have an incredible soccer club, I believe we have an even stronger support group that cares about helping others. I witnessed this when you all joined us in prayer for Ms. Simpson and have seen how you donated cleats and other soccer items to those in Africa.

We now have an opportunity to reach out to our neighbors to the north in Moore, OK. I'm sure that those who go to church will likely have channels to donate. If you'd like a more direct route, I'm heading up to OK this Monday with my family and friends. We're working on getting resources together (food, water, clothing, diapers, essentials) to take with us and we'll be helping on Memorial Day with some clean up. It's not much but it's something and I feel compelled to share what I have with those that now having nothing.

If you'd like more info and/or would like to donate time and/or resources, check out https://www.facebook.com/FortWorthReliefForMooreOk , like it and stay tuned for more details. The more help the better.

Thanks again for all of your help, love and support!

10 Game Undefeated Season Realized!!!

Congratulations to the Huskies Soccer Club in pull off a undefeated season. 10 games without a single loss. I'm so incredibly proud of all of you players, fans and all those that made it possible to do what just a few short months ago seemed impossible.

Here's a re-cap as posted on the standings page.

Date	Time	Home	Away	Scores
4/8	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Eagles	Huskies	1-4 (Huskies) 0-3 (Huskies)
4/22	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Huskies	Comanches	2-1 (Huskies) 2-1 (Huskies)
4/29	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Comanches	Eagles	3-1 (Comanches) 2-0 (Comanches)
5/6	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Huskies	Eagles	4-1 (Huskies) 2-1 (Huskies)
5/13	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Eagles	ComanchesHuskies	1-4 (Huskies) 2-3 (Huskies)
5/20	5:30 - A 6:30 - B	Comanches	Huskies	0-2 (Huskies) 1-1 (Draw)

In the next few days I'll be ordering a plaque to recognize the efforts of the club and will work with Ms. Eckert on placing it in the school trophy cabinet. More to come!

Congratulations again!!!

Reminder: Final Games Tonight

Just a reminder, though I'm sure you all remember anyway, that tonight are our final 2 games. Kickoff for A-Team is at 5:30, B-Team at 6:30 and both teams play the Comanches. The last matches were close and I'm sure the Comanches are out to win tonight. We'll just have to stop that, score early and bring home the perfect season.

Good luck to both team and GO HUSKIES!!!

Practice Still On - Weather Clearing...?

As far as I can tell, the weather has cleared out and the forecast looks sound enough to practice tonight. If in doubt, go ahead and show up and we'll send your players on to the cars. Thanks and see you tonight!

Practice Still on Today

The forecast is looking good enough to practice this afternoon with possible T-Storms coming in after we break. We're going to go ahead and run practice. If the forecast dramatically changes, I'll send a note into the office and have it announced at school that practice is off as well as send a note to each of you via this normal communication channel. Gotta love TX weather - really only accurate in the moment and that depends on where you are ;)

Thanks for the Prayers

Just a quick note of gratitude for those that participate in today's pre-game prayer. It means a lot to raise our voices in supplication for support and healing for Suzanne Simpson. Thank you for your faith and support.

Congrats again to both teams on the wins. Check out the standings page for a re-cap thus far: just one more match day left - let's bring it home Huskies!!!

Pre-Game Prayers with Eagles on Behalf of Simpson Family

While I like to keep most of my posts upbeat and positive, this one is a bit melancholy as a good friend is in need of our prayers and support. For those of you that may know the Simpson family, their mother, Suzanne Simpson, suffered an aneurysm last Tuesday night after the CHS boys' soccer banquet. She is in stable condition and the family is developing an approach plan with competent doctors. Their son, Chris, is a very talented keeper for CHS and their daughter is the crazy good keeper for the Eagles A-Team.

At the start of tonight's game (yep, game is still on), we're going to hold a special combined prayer between the two teams. Any parents/family/friends that would like to join with us on the field are certainly welcome.

Suzanne has been serving as the Eagles team mom and dedicates much of her time to each of her children's activities and schools. I've worked with her for years as she served as my team mom to my older child's team. The Simpson family could really use our support and prayers and we appreciate the time and sensitivity you're willing to exhibit tonight on their behalf.

Summer Camp Info Posted for CHS

I received the summer camp info from Coach Maher yesterday and have posted the info on the "Summer Camp Info for CHS" tab. Take a moment to check it out and let me know if you have any questions. They always put on a great program. It's worth the time and effort and your players will definitely benefit from the experience. I'm still working on the FR camp info and will post that as well.

New Game Added to Schedule - Monday we Play

In a bizarre twist of fate, an opening was made for this Monday for the Huskies to get in another game. The Comanches have a school wide awards night 5/13 and can't make the match against the Eagles. We certainly don't want to short change the Eagles and we were asked to come out and play again. I politely accepted. And to add to the incentive, Coach Maher from CHS will make the 2nd half of A-team's game (hopefully I can convince him to stay a little longer into B as well).

So, after all of the communications yesterday, back and forth on whether there is a game, there is now definitely a match. See you on Monday at ISMS, not at HMS.

Correction to the Last Post

Thanks to the Gunns, I just saved us from showing up on Monday for a game we're not playing. Sorry for the mixup but we'll have practice this Monday/Wed and a game on 5/20 as previously scheduled. See you Monday!

Unanimous Vote to Continue with After School Workouts

Yep, you read that right. The club teammates unanimously voted (or so it seemed) to continue with practices on Mon/Wed even after the final match this coming Monday. I had to laugh when one of the players suggested it was in my contract since I'm being paid. When he found out it's a volunteer gig his mouth dropped with surprise. Priceless moment!

Their enthusiasm for the sport is exhilarating and refreshing. It's obvious they love their craft and share a unique bond with one another. I'm so grateful, along with both of the other coaches, to have had the honor in working with each player and having a great time doing so. In keeping their energy alive, we'll hold 2 additional workouts: Wed 5/15 and Wed 5/22. You might be wondering about Mon 5/20. I would encourage the players to come out to the Comanches vs. Eagles last match and cheer on whomever they'd like. I'll be there to close out our club season - may even get on the pitch and ref a bit.

Anyone interested in a 5/25 Champions League viewing party? If you are, comment in the blog for a group discussion or send me an e-mail for a private thread. We've talked a lot about the goings on of the tournament and it would be fun to enjoy the final together for those interested.

Thanks again for contributing to the club experience. Your timeliness on rides for practices and games, cheering during the matches, positive energy and kind words via e-mail have been very much appreciated. I hope your players enjoyed the experience as much as I have.

See ya Monday and GO HUSKIES!!!

Reminder for Tonight's Matches

Sorry this is coming so late but it's been a pretty hectic weekend. Gratefully we're back on the pitch again with a rematch against the Eagles tonight with A-team playing at 5:30 and B-team playing at 6:30. Of special note, Coach Kevin has volunteered to take the player's pictures tonight. So that we have a decent looking crew that isn't completely sweaty, please have all players to the fields by 5pm for a group picture. Thanks again for a wonderful season and see you tonight. GO HUSKIES!!!