Soccer overload

Our soccer club has taken over Julia's life but it's a good thing. She is so committed and dedicated to the sport and her team and enjoys being a part of this organization. The Barcelona club teaches individual development and team communication/growth as opposed to playing the stronger girls just to win games and move up within the division. It has taught us all a lot about the philosophy and mentality of a soccer team. Julia is the youngest player on this team of 11-15 yr olds but is very well liked, especially amongst the older girls who have taken her under their wing. 

They practice 3 nights a week plus Saturday games and tournaments. Julia has yet to ask for a night off! She sometimes gets home at 9pm, exhausted but ready for the next night of practice.

a team get together at Barro's

 

 Early morning game!

The team with Coach Bianca (far left)

Some of her team members at a fundraiser dinner

7am game and still smiling!

 My Hope Solo fan chose Hope's #9 for her jersey

 Motivational wristbands to encourage the girls not to give up and play for their motivators.

 Long day of tournament play!