We are currently taking registrations for our Fall 2009 recreational program. Please go to the "Recreational" tab for needed information. The registration form is also availalbe for download to be submitted to the Cherokee Soccer Office. Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to "Register Online". Registration will end on Friday, July 24.
The Little Kickers Program is designed for 3-4 year old children that have never played soccer before. Players participate in age appropriate activities and games that will help build a solid foundation for skills and develop the confidence aimed at a life long love of the game of soccer. As a parent you should not expect the same structure and games that older players participate in. You will be asked to participate in the activities/games that are specifically tailored for this age group. We break up into small groups and assigned trainers will guide you and your child through the various activities. Scrimmage games are scheduled later on the season for those that want to participate in a game type situation
Siblings, grandparents, relatives are all welcome. We try to make it fun for everyone as this is typically the first exposure to an organized sport that the child will have. We'll start up again in September 2009 (Fall season) and have two available sessions, 9am or 10am. There are 6 sessions in all. Cost is $75.00 and it includes a t-shirt and ball.
If being woken from a sound peaceful sleep by what feels like a Guantanamo Bay torture treatment sending a jolt of electricity through your calf, otherwise known as a “cramp”, makes for a successful night, then stop here and read the latest update on “cooking green”. If not, a quick analysis of several clues as to why they hit, may keep you from suffering both cramps and nightmares on torture.
Read this important article on "Is Water Enough" from Dr. Ross Brakeville who is a Physical Therapist specializing in Sports Medicine in Woodstock, GA. Click here to read article.
The Boys U-10 Gold team won the ASA tournament. The team won all 4 of its games in the tournament, including a 6-1 victory in the final. Joshua Chidebelu-Eze, Marcus Farmer, Carson Smith, Jared Smith, Jared McWhorter, Andrew Troxell, Mohammed Halemeh, Kaito Kawamura, Manuel Salgado, and Carse Chandler all earned championship medals. The team was coached by Andy Kaplan and Maduka Chidebelu-Eze. Click here to view photo.
Congratulations to the Cherokee Impact U14G Heat!
The heat went 2 – 1 – 0 this weekend, May 9-10 in the District Qualifier for the State Rec Cup to earn a wild card berth in the State Finals Tournament in Columbus. The Heat only allowed two goals this entire season and the tie-break that won the wild card was goals allowed (2) in the tournament. The defensive captain for the Heat is Janet Garner at sweeper. The Heat forwards, Katie Dutton and Jessica Franco, combined for five tournament goals.
Heat Players active at District: Catherine Cahoy, Janet Garner, Taylor Gates, Chandler Gates, Brooke Palmer, Jordan Griffin, Katie Dutton, Jessica Franco, Arianne Jewell, Ana Jambois, Abby Ellis, Autora Lorimar, Elin Hill, Ashley Joyner, Amanda Schwab,
2009 Presidents Cup U-10 Girls Champions!
Impact 99 Red Academy Girls went undefeated in the tournament. Impact won the championship with a 5-4 win over the Columbus U-10 Red girls Academy team. the Impact 99 Red team is coached by Daryl Bailey and the team members from left to right: Madison, Sammy, Kyah, Lauren, Katlin, Kara, Gracie, Julia, and Heather (not pictured). Click here to view photo.U9 Girls White ASA Extreme Cup Champions!
Congratulations to Cherokee Impact U9 Girls White, Champions of their
bracket in the ASA Extreme Cup!!! Great job by all of the girls and
coaches. Click here to view photo.
This area will be used to announce items that either have been lost or found at our soccer fields. Please contact the office if you would like to post or delete an item.
Lost soccer ball at Hobgood on Weds night 5/27. Size 4 Blue and White with some green. It has our name and phone # on it (very faded sharpie). Alex Payne 770-880-0261. Please call the Cherokee Impact office if found.
A book was lost at Boling Park or parking lot on Friday, April 17th. It is a Lemory Snickett book entitled the "The Wide Window." It has a bookmark with the name of Paul DiCicco and a sticker to Mrs. Davis from ???. Please call the the Cherokee impact office if found.
Lost soccer bag on Satuday, April 25th near field #1 at Hobgood. The bag is a CFC red Land End duffle with JPM monogrammed on it. Please call the the Cherokee impact office if found.
The proper guidelines to follow from the sideline is that all cheering should be post action statements; "good shot", "nice try", "good run", "great hustle". Focus on making statements that will support the players efforts after they have performed them and not before. When you instruct, most players are likely to be confused and/or embarrassed. As you will see below, in the great real world example, that it is very difficult to think on your own if someone is constantly on you! Enjoy and absorb the exchange between this Mother and Child!
Coaching from a teenage son
A mother was making a breakfast of fried eggs for her teenage son. Suddenly the boy bursts into the kitchen.
"Careful! Careful! Put in some more butter! Oh my goodness! You're cooking too many at once.
TOO MANY! Turn them! TURN THEM NOW! We need more butter. Oh my! WHERE are we going to get MORE BUTTER? They're going to STICK! Careful!.CAREFUL! I said CAREFUL! You NEVER listen to me when you're cooking! Never! Turn them! Hurry up! Are you crazy?
Have you lost your mind? Don't forget to salt them. You know you always forget to salt them. Use the salt. USE THE SALT! THE SALT!"
The mother stared at him. "What's wrong with you? You think I don't now how to fry a couple of eggs?"
The son calmly replied, "I just wanted to show you what it feels like when I'm trying to play soccer."
Would you like to referee but have not taken the entry level course?? Go to the Georgia State Referee website to find out when the next Referee Entry Course (R9) will be.
Parents are an integral part of Georgia soccer clubs. They have a huge impact on the structure and philosophy of youth soccer, but they are not always offered the soccer education they deserve. To address this need, Georgia Soccer's Director of Coaching has developed a new Parent Education program. Click on Parent Education Program to view a PowerPoint presentation developed by Georgia Soccer.
Cherokee Soccer offers many different opportunities to get on the field and play soccer. Click on the links below to find out more about our programs.
Little Kickers for kids ages 3 and 4 years old Recreational low-key, low-pressure soccer for U6-U19 players Academy for U8 players and U9/10-U12 players Select offers players in depth training and competition for U13-U19
