Miamisburg Vikings

Dear Soccer Family,

I wanted to thank everyone for their support at last night's "Player/Parent" meeting.  Prior to last night, I had the names of 45 young men who let me know of their plans of trying out for the team in the fall.  The positive news is that 42 of those young men were either present or represented last night.   A wonderful showing for a meeting that is 100+ days before tryouts.  Again THANK YOU for your support.

As I shared last night....hopefully.....over the next 4 weeks I will be meeting with each player and parent to talk about your preparation for the fall.  I want each of you to make great improvement over the next 15 weeks.  We will outline a plan that will give you every chance to be successful.  The rest will be up to you.  I will contact you to set a time.

Most of you are playing spring soccer and I encourage you to give your best all the time.  The area club coaches should see that there is something different about Miamisburg players.  They work harder, are respectful, take instruction, play the game with integrity and love the sport.  If that does not describe you.....THEN CHANGE, SO THAT IT DOES.  Area clubs should be seeking out Miamisburg players because of the value they bring to their club.

Lastly, I want to encourage all returning players to continue with their weightlifting.  Most experts agree that lifting while you are playing does not hurt a thing.  In fact, it decreases your chance of getting injured.  Make the time to lift.  Get PLENTY of rest....get to bed early and really apply yourself academically.  Be a great student this final quarter....your eligibility depends on it......no D's or F's on the report card.  


For Soccer,
Coach Ric