May 24, 2018 9:59:54 AM Me

Hi Forrest, do you have time for a quick five minute call today? Let me know when thanks

May 30, 2018 11:29:30 AM (Read by them after 3 seconds) Me

Hi Forrest, 2 things for today’s training. 1, can we run your small sided game again today? The one you’ve been doing the past 2/3 sessions? 2, can you plan on sharing what you know about tackling and slide tackling in particular? I want to cover that topic with the team.

May 30, 2018 11:30:03 AM (Read by them after 2 seconds) Me

I wonder if you know of any drill(s) that can help teach better tackling

May 30, 2018 12:31:16 PM +18058610919

I never really did any tackling drills growing up, we practices standing tackles not slide tackles

May 30, 2018 12:31:32 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

May 30, 2018 12:44:09 PM (Read by them after 59 seconds) Me

Here are 2 examples:

May 30, 2018 12:44:12 PM (Read by them after 1 minute, 1 second) Me

YouTube

Soccer Drills: How to Slide Tackle with Shannon Boxx

Soccer players, the slide tackle is an important defensive play and can help take your game to the next level. Shannon Boxx (Soccer Olympic Gold Medalist, me...

May 30, 2018 12:45:02 PM (Read by them after 4 seconds) Me

I was thinking about covering technique and seeing how players respond. If we are able to tackle better as a team we can reduce the number of shots/goals.

May 30, 2018 12:45:30 PM Me

This one go about 2:30 in:

May 30, 2018 12:45:31 PM (Read by them after 6 seconds) Me

YouTube

Soccer Slide Tackle

Teaching youth soccer players the right way to slide tackle. yjyteqesa -~-~~-~~~-~~-~- Please watch: "A Critical Skill " https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3Gd...

May 30, 2018 12:50:03 PM +18058610919

The second one is better

May 30, 2018 12:50:27 PM (Read by them after 2 seconds) Me

Yeah, I like the 3 examples of how to tackle.

May 30, 2018 12:50:44 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

especially the one where you try to collect the ball.

May 30, 2018 12:51:15 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

funny how to take so much of this for granted if you can do it

May 30, 2018 12:51:42 PM +18058610919

Yeah I always just kinda did them

May 30, 2018 12:51:49 PM +18058610919

Never really thought to much about it

Jun 12, 2018 1:34:39 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Hi Forrest! Got your vm. I was thinking small sided games so they can get a feel for how to play in the sand. I think a short warmup and some stretches, then perhaps some technical work on how to pass/move the ball on sand. I think the kids may have no idea that they cannot dribble very much (if at all) so I feel its important for them to do some technical work on passing/controlling in the sand. And then lots of playing and application (trial and error) to try and figure out how to move the ball.

Jun 12, 2018 1:34:53 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Games will be 5v5 (with goalies so 4v4 in the field)

Jun 12, 2018 1:35:54 PM Me

You will want to use that formation to have them work so they are used to it. I think Tom may know the size of the fields they setup. Might be good to mimic the setup as close as possible.

Jun 12, 2018 4:46:16 PM (Read by you after 26 seconds) +18058610919

Hey bert gunna have Collin warm them up, then do a simple passing line but start it with dribbling first so they can see the difference also do a passing give n go square so they understand how hard it is to run in the sand then small sided games, it's gunna be best to get them to understand how the move the ball by just playing with the warm up and technical to get them to think how difficult beach soccer is

Jun 12, 2018 4:48:09 PM Me

Exactly!! That sounds perfect. Getting them to experience how hard it is to dribble pass in the sand is really critical. If they can get the hang of it by the end of practice during the small sided games I think will be in good shape 👍😁

Aug 06, 2018 2:15:51 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Hi Forrest, great session on Friday at the beach! Darragh told me on the way home he had ALOT of fun (and he felt gassed and didn’t want to go to training!) Wanted to check in and see if you had anything in particular you wanted to work on over the next two weeks of training. I’m drafting up the training plans and want to get your input based upon what you’re seeing in sessions. Let me know, thanks!

Aug 06, 2018 6:36:03 PM (Read by you after 2 hours, 57 minutes, 30 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert glad he enjoyed the training! The only thing that I want to get done eventually is the idea of high pressure and low pressure defense and how to play when your up a goal late game and down a goal late game

Aug 06, 2018 9:34:20 PM (Read by them after 4 seconds) Me

Those are excellent topics. I’ll add them to the plan. Should have that out to everyone tomorrow. And be sure to let me know of other ideas. Thanks!

Aug 12, 2018 10:20:38 AM Me

Hey Forrest, hope you are doing well, let me know how training went Thursday Friday. Want to give you a plan for this week

Aug 12, 2018 3:12:34 PM (Read by you after 8 days, 29 minutes, 8 seconds) +18058610919

Low pressure and high pressure defense went well just not enough people to practice it full field yet. And we worked on taking and setting up free kicks from around the 18 yard box

Aug 12, 2018 3:12:43 PM (Read by you after 8 days, 28 minutes, 59 seconds) +18058610919

Which went well

Aug 12, 2018 5:50:36 PM Me

Excellent. Thinking set pieces, but may be better when everyone's back. More possession/pressure and fitness. 👍

Aug 21, 2018 10:34:22 AM Me

Hi Forrest, lets plan on high and low pressure defensive work today at training. We should have all players there, and I feel this is a very important topic to cover. Let me know how I can support you and help out in anyway

Aug 21, 2018 12:42:31 PM +18058610919

Sounds good !!

Aug 21, 2018 12:42:52 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Excellent.

Aug 21, 2018 5:14:59 PM Me

Stuck in traffic at moment. May be a few mins late

Aug 23, 2018 3:55:54 PM (Read by you after 20 minutes, 58 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert, so my little sister didn't get into the after school program so my mom is trying to figure out what to do with her after school, today she asked me to pick her up and drop her off at daycare, however the daycare lady is in Disneyland with her grandchildren today, I have to watch my sister until my mom comes home from work, I can't make it to training today, this should hopefully be the only time this happens until we figure out what to do with my sister after school

Aug 23, 2018 3:56:24 PM (Read by you after 20 minutes, 28 seconds) +18058610919

I'm going to try to see if someone can watch her but currently I don't have anyone

Aug 23, 2018 4:22:35 PM Me

Hey Forrest, got your text and not a problem, I get it. If you're really jonesing to come to practice you could always bring her along 😁. I know Colin does that with Gwen. But no worries if you don't make it. A big thanks for all your help!!!

Aug 23, 2018 4:23:14 PM +18058610919

She has gymnastics tonight at 530 I gotta talk to my Mom about it

Aug 23, 2018 4:23:27 PM Me

No prob

Aug 24, 2018 12:55:47 PM Me

Hey Forrest, is there a time you can talk today after 1 PM? Let me know what works for you.

Aug 24, 2018 4:57:33 PM +18058610919

Hey Bert sorry phone was dead I'll call you soon

Aug 24, 2018 5:00:25 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

No prob. Buried in work. I can call you shortly.

Aug 27, 2018 8:31:11 PM Me

Hi Forrest, checking in with you to see if there's anything specific you would like to work on tomorrow.

Aug 28, 2018 1:00:41 PM Me

Call u in a few mins

Aug 28, 2018 1:33:16 PM Me

Just got your voicemail and download of info. We are on the same page. Focus on Middlefield and attack patterns. I also spoke with Andre for about an hour last night so we are good. He'll be helping out today

Aug 28, 2018 1:33:37 PM (Read by you after 4 seconds) +18058610919

Ok sounds good

Aug 31, 2018 11:00:52 AM (Read by them after 32 minutes, 35 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, was thinking about positions more last night after we met at Fresh Grill. I have some thoughts about the back 4 and wanted to see what you think. Trying to balance experimentation with the best chance for success. I’m around working all day so I could talk nearly anytime. Let me know a time that works for you. Probably a 15-20min call. Thanks!

Aug 31, 2018 12:09:34 PM +18058610919

Sounds good at work call you after when I'm home mid afternoon

Aug 31, 2018 12:09:48 PM (Read by them after 4 seconds) Me

Perfect. Sounds good.

Aug 31, 2018 9:32:19 PM (Read by you after 4 minutes, 58 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert can I call you in like 30? I'm sorry

Aug 31, 2018 9:38:14 PM Me

Let's talk tomorrow. I'm feeling really sick. Fever and aches. Going to bed now and see how I feel in am

Sep 03, 2018 3:42:19 PM Me

Hey Forrest, just checking in. How you doing today?

Sep 03, 2018 4:38:41 PM +18058610919

Good tired and sore throat haha you?

Sep 03, 2018 4:39:31 PM Me

Really tired, but otherwise good thanks.

Sep 04, 2018 10:09:00 AM Me

Hey Forrest, here's what I sent

Sep 04, 2018 10:09:05 AM Me

For today’s training lets keep it light and fun. Boys are still recovering from a weekend of tough games. If you have drills or games like “Lightening” or “World Cup” (2 team favorites) bring them along. Thanks!

Sep 04, 2018 10:15:45 AM Me

I sent a group text and it didn't get to you for some reason

Sep 04, 2018 10:20:02 AM (Read by you after 15 minutes, 32 seconds) +18058610919

Oh ok thanks

Sep 04, 2018 10:43:52 AM (Read by them after 2 seconds) Me

here’s what I just followed up with to the group

Sep 04, 2018 10:43:54 AM Me

I’ve been swayed. Let’s keep with normal warmups (running, dynamic/static stretching, short pass work—30mins). Then move to Passing Pattern we’ve worked on past 2 sessions (30 mins). Then move to some shooting drills for 30 mins (contested and uncontested shooting). Then 30 mins of scrimmage.

Sep 04, 2018 10:44:39 AM (Read by them after 7 seconds) Me

Those 30min blocks include the transition to each part so they should be working about 25mins per session

Sep 04, 2018 10:45:24 AM (Read by them after 2 seconds) Me

Thanks for the “play as you train” reminder 👍😜

Sep 04, 2018 10:47:35 AM (Read by you after 1 second) +18058610919

Yeah no problem sounds good see you there!!

Sep 04, 2018 10:47:52 AM Me

Cool. See you later today.

Sep 04, 2018 11:38:28 AM (Read by them after 10 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, one thing Tom mentioned to me and asked to follow up on... Player/Parent agreements for Thursday. Can you have those ready to go for the meeting on Thurs?

Sep 04, 2018 11:48:44 AM (Read by you after 51 seconds) +18058610919

They are ready just need you to read it

Sep 04, 2018 11:49:57 AM Me

Cool, if you can share it with me, or printed out and bring it I'm happy to do that

Sep 05, 2018 9:05:06 PM Me

Can you send me the parent/player agreement 👍

Sep 05, 2018 9:24:12 PM (Read by you after 1 minute, 41 seconds) +18058610919

Will do when I get home

Sep 05, 2018 9:26:02 PM Me

Cool thanks !!

Sep 05, 2018 10:12:24 PM (Read by you after 10 hours, 33 minutes, 39 seconds) +18058610919

The contract is in google drive and shared with you, you edited it back in April

Sep 06, 2018 11:16:51 AM Me

Ok all my edits are made

Sep 06, 2018 11:17:01 AM Me

👍

Sep 06, 2018 11:17:08 AM Me

It's ready to go

Sep 06, 2018 12:53:31 PM (Read by you after 25 minutes, 16 seconds) +18058610919

Sounds good

Sep 08, 2018 3:27:38 PM Me

Hey was on phone when you called. I'll call you in a few to get download

Sep 08, 2018 3:30:47 PM +18058610919

Sep 08, 2018 7:19:29 PM Me

Hey Forrest, at the wedding now. How late can I call?

Sep 08, 2018 7:19:59 PM +18058610919

Uhh like 10ish

Sep 08, 2018 7:44:18 PM +18058610919

I'm free call me back

Sep 08, 2018 8:09:45 PM Me

Calling in a few

Sep 08, 2018 8:10:21 PM +18058610919

Sep 08, 2018 8:14:51 PM +18058610919

I'm about to have dinner with Tom and Strople I'll call you after

Sep 08, 2018 8:19:31 PM Me

Ok was about to call you

Sep 08, 2018 8:22:08 PM Me

We're having dinner now as well. Ping me when your done

Sep 08, 2018 10:55:49 PM +18058610919

I'm good for the night gimme a call when you can

Sep 09, 2018 12:03:45 AM Me

K, I just got in from wedding. Let me know how early I can call you tomorrow if you get this

Sep 09, 2018 10:45:47 AM Me

Twins are coming today. Just heard from Tom

Sep 09, 2018 10:48:23 AM +18058610919

Sep 10, 2018 10:43:15 AM Me

Hi Forrest, might you have time today or tomorrow before training to talk on the phone? I will be speaking with Andre tomorrow and would like to speak with you before I do. Thinking a 10 minute call.

Sep 10, 2018 3:40:59 PM Me

About to fly, I'll try catching you on my drive home from LA to Ojai

Sep 10, 2018 7:21:58 PM (Read by you after 3 minutes, 40 seconds) +18058610919

Coaching call you at 745

Sep 10, 2018 7:25:56 PM Me

No prob

Sep 11, 2018 10:11:00 AM Me

Andre is asking for you to be at meeting at Kimball today. Aiming for 4pm. Let me know if you can make it

Sep 11, 2018 11:43:05 AM (Read by them after 1 hour, 13 minutes, 55 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, let me know if you can be there early today to meet with Andre. Colin is also going to arrive early to be there as well. Aiming for 4pm

Sep 11, 2018 2:05:41 PM (Read by them after 8 minutes, 53 seconds) Me

Forrest some good basic touch drills in this one. I like the one with defensive pressure:

Sep 11, 2018 2:05:45 PM (Read by them after 8 minutes, 53 seconds) Me

YouTube

5 Essential First Touch Drills Every Player Should Master

Sign up for Skillshare HERE: http://skl.sh/Elite FOLLOW ME! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattsheldon23/ Become Elite on Instagram: @Become_Elite Webs...

Sep 11, 2018 5:20:42 PM (Read by you after 1 hour, 9 minutes, 51 seconds) +18058610919

Bert I'm sorry I just left

Sep 11, 2018 5:31:12 PM (Read by you after 59 minutes, 21 seconds) +18058610919

Hey so have Collin do whatever warm up he wants and if you wanna do technical that's fine too after that get them going on horseshoes i should be there around 5

Sep 11, 2018 6:08:34 PM (Read by you after 21 minutes, 59 seconds) +18058610919

Where are you?

Sep 11, 2018 6:12:46 PM (Read by you after 17 minutes, 47 seconds) +18058610919

I'm in fucking ojai..... we have training at kimball.....

Sep 11, 2018 6:30:55 PM Me

We're still here if you can make it

Sep 11, 2018 6:31:17 PM (Read by you after 1 hour, 30 minutes, 25 seconds) +18058610919

Yeah I'm coming

Sep 14, 2018 4:54:33 PM Me

Thinking this to start and play ball deep to soften them up. We have lots of pace in this setup in attack. Then after about 20 we put Juan (8) and Carlos (9) in and play to feet. We can rotate Kanan and Izaak in on flanks for Dylan and Leland as well when timing feels right. LMK.

Sep 14, 2018 4:56:04 PM Me

And depending how things are defensively we may be able to get Logan and Rhys in. And we may need to drop Adam at 6 when Donny gets tired

Sep 14, 2018 5:00:19 PM +18058610919

Hey Bert I haven't stopped today since 6am I'm about to do an individual with Logan right now and then head home. When I have time to sit down and think about a lineup I'll text you back should be around 7 or so

Sep 14, 2018 5:02:19 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

ok, not a problem and understood. I’ll be out with the familia, my oldest turns 18 tomorrow and taking him out to dinner 😊 Definitely let me know.

Sep 14, 2018 5:02:28 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Good luck with Logan’s session

Sep 14, 2018 5:02:37 PM +18058610919

Tell him I say happy birthday!

Sep 14, 2018 5:02:40 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Will do!

Sep 14, 2018 5:02:49 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

3 more years and I can buy him a pint

Sep 14, 2018 5:03:00 PM +18058610919

Legally....

Sep 14, 2018 5:03:08 PM Me

haha, yes of course

Sep 14, 2018 5:03:18 PM +18058610919

Haha have fun!

Sep 14, 2018 5:03:42 PM Me

will do. Make sure you get some rest tonight. Going since 6am... Oy!

Sep 14, 2018 5:04:02 PM +18058610919

We do it cause we love it, right?

Sep 14, 2018 5:04:28 PM (Read by them after 2 seconds) Me

Yes (or at least that’s what I tell myself 😜)

Sep 14, 2018 8:14:42 PM (Read by you after 3 hours, 7 minutes, 10 seconds) +18058610919

Either that or push Dylan in to get Jacob up top and put Kanan on the wing, either lineup honestly works

Sep 15, 2018 12:52:05 PM Me

A heads up that I heard from Juans dad. He's not feeling well, not 100%, but said he would come to the game

Sep 15, 2018 3:59:08 PM Me

When you get here look for lights, field lights. We're on the big field inside the track

Sep 15, 2018 3:59:44 PM Me

We're doing warm-ups on the field next to and down hill from the main field

Sep 24, 2018 11:56:58 PM (Read by them after 13 seconds) Me

Forrest, I have a meeting from 10-11am tomorrow morning. You have any time around that to talk about training at Kimball?

Sep 25, 2018 8:06:36 AM (Read by you after 1 hour, 54 minutes, 56 seconds) +18058610919

Depends when I'm off work

Sep 25, 2018 11:52:47 AM (Read by you after 31 minutes, 33 seconds) +18058610919

I'm free til training! Feel free to gimme a call!

Sep 28, 2018 9:46:38 PM Me

Forrest, I'll send you my lineup shortly. Will text an image soon. Been a busy day!

Sep 28, 2018 10:05:10 PM (Read by you after 2 hours, 44 minutes, 42 seconds) +18058610919

Sounds good

Sep 29, 2018 12:40:49 AM Me

First half on top Second half on bottom We can talk about merits of any player/position in the morning. Sleeping on it for now 👍

Sep 29, 2018 12:41:49 AM (Read by you after 8 minutes, 16 seconds) +18058610919

Looks good 👍

Sep 29, 2018 2:03:57 PM Me

Forrest, when you have a chance could you draft a starting lineup for tomorrow?

Sep 29, 2018 2:06:13 PM Me

For both halfs

Sep 29, 2018 8:17:00 PM +18058610919

Sep 29, 2018 8:17:07 PM +18058610919

Sep 29, 2018 8:17:47 PM +18058610919

This is not a first half second half thing I don't believe in creating a second half lineup due to the fact it depends on how the first half went who's tired how they are doing how the other team is etc

Sep 29, 2018 8:18:16 PM +18058610919

I went with, what I believe is the best 11-12 guys as of late both technically and work ethic

Sep 29, 2018 8:18:32 PM +18058610919

Two line ups to just give us options

Sep 29, 2018 8:18:57 PM Me

Right, get it with first/second half

Sep 29, 2018 8:19:01 PM Me

Makes sense

Sep 29, 2018 8:19:15 PM +18058610919

Honestly both osvaldo and Jeremy haven't been playing well Jeremy is soft while osvaldo doesn't do the things I need him to do defensively

Sep 29, 2018 8:19:33 PM +18058610919

Logan has been off as well and while he works hard he is having a tough time understanding what I need from him

Sep 29, 2018 8:20:01 PM +18058610919

Midfield is chaotic with most of our midfielders not marking up defensively and allowing midfield runners to crash the goal uncontested

Sep 29, 2018 8:20:20 PM +18058610919

In my mind the players who both work hard and do the things we ask and carter kk and Juan

Sep 29, 2018 8:20:28 PM +18058610919

And have good ball control

Sep 29, 2018 8:20:39 PM +18058610919

And the twins

Sep 29, 2018 8:21:18 PM Me

Sep 29, 2018 8:21:20 PM +18058610919

Players like Donnie it's hit or miss, Dylan as of late just allows people to dribble past him and his touch has been bad, Carlos works hard but doesn't understand how to post up

Sep 29, 2018 8:21:26 PM +18058610919

Leland has been off lately

Sep 29, 2018 8:21:38 PM +18058610919

Honestly is hard to come up with a line up 😂

Sep 29, 2018 8:22:12 PM Me

I would like to try Leland at the 8 and move Dylan outside. Think he'll challenge for ball more and body people more, be more physical

Sep 29, 2018 8:22:37 PM +18058610919

Like I wanna win games you know? I just don't know which 11 can 1) work hard at least for the first 20 mins 2) have quality touch or at least complete passes and 3) tactically do what we need them to do

Sep 29, 2018 8:22:45 PM Me

Maybe tomorrow isn't day to do it, but his work ethic might be good for box to box

Sep 29, 2018 8:23:03 PM +18058610919

Yeah I think that's a good idea but at the same time we need midfielders who can also complete passes

Sep 29, 2018 8:23:14 PM Me

Agree with last Statement

Sep 29, 2018 8:23:57 PM +18058610919

And control the ball snd right now Adam is the only one who can consistently generate attack for us

Sep 29, 2018 8:25:21 PM Me

Yes. Agreed. Right now we're missing a disruptor in midfield. Someone who's an enforcer. We don't have anyone who does that.

Sep 29, 2018 8:25:33 PM +18058610919

Exactly

Sep 29, 2018 8:26:56 PM Me

That's why I was thinking of Leland. I think we have plenty of guys we can rotate into the mid sealed flanks, seven and 11, but we're missing the toughness at the sixth and the eighth.

Sep 29, 2018 8:27:24 PM Me

Not mis sealed, midfield

Sep 29, 2018 8:29:13 PM Me

Adam at six, Leland at 8 as an option. The other option is moving Adam into the back 4, and pulling KK forward into six or eight. You get some of KK's play busting qualities in the midfield.

Sep 29, 2018 8:31:26 PM Me

Let me percolate on this for a bit, I may shoot you back a modification based off of what you've done, it's helpful having you draft it up.

Sep 29, 2018 8:32:01 PM +18058610919

Yeah lot of things we can do just giving options, whatever you come up with works for me

Sep 29, 2018 8:32:17 PM Me

I'm happy you can appreciate how challenging it is when you look at our roster, think about skill sets involved, and trying to get the right chemistry. It's just like in FIFA 19 when you're trying to get green lines between all the players! 👍😁

Sep 29, 2018 8:35:08 PM +18058610919

I think it's more like I want a 70 skill set player with 99 aggression and I have a lot of 45 skill set players with -8 aggression 😂😂😂

Sep 29, 2018 8:35:47 PM Me

By the way, after some time and reflection I realized the boys played so much better than they did last weekend. We had chances today and failed to convert, and and a collection of unforced errors cost us big time.

Sep 29, 2018 8:36:02 PM Me

Hahahahaha

Sep 29, 2018 8:36:03 PM +18058610919

Like it's just extremely hard when I competed and died on the field because I wanted to win so badly and I'm coaching three teams with very little players who have the same attitude

Sep 29, 2018 8:36:29 PM +18058610919

Yeah I mean we fought hard today for sure but I still think we can fight harder

Sep 29, 2018 8:36:37 PM Me

Agree

Sep 29, 2018 8:37:00 PM +18058610919

The completion of passes, unforced errors, and players not committing to our game plan is what is losing us games

Sep 29, 2018 8:39:58 PM Me

Part of the rub, and you will find this out more and more as a coach in the years to come, is that you can see the potential in individual players, and potential in the collection of those players and the power that's possible with them together. It can be very frustrating not to see that potential realized. And the challenge as a coach is not to let that get to you, continue to see the possibility, and continuing to encourage the boys to see that possibility despite the setbacks.

Sep 29, 2018 8:40:41 PM +18058610919

And I that mean time I may possibly lose my mind 😂

Sep 29, 2018 8:40:57 PM Me

Haha, yes that's quite possible

Sep 29, 2018 8:41:00 PM Me

Haha

Sep 29, 2018 8:41:38 PM Me

In my line of work you really haven't earned your stripes until you've gone to burn out and back, a similar thing happens in coaching. 😜👍

Sep 29, 2018 8:41:58 PM Me

You have to lose your mind before you get absolute clarity

Sep 29, 2018 8:42:12 PM +18058610919

Well let's hope clarity comes soon

Sep 29, 2018 8:44:29 PM Me

Keep the faith. Remember that we are the Shepard's and not the sheep. We can lead them, but we can't do it for them. Like I said that's the hardest part. You can see what's possible and all you want is to get them there, but it's totally up to them on the field. They have to do the work.

Sep 29, 2018 8:44:50 PM +18058610919

Amen 🙏

Sep 29, 2018 8:45:08 PM Me

Ditto

Sep 29, 2018 9:43:05 PM Me

2 ideas with Leland at the 8. Note Juan @ 10 to play off of. Dropped Adam to wingback behind his brother (they like that). And switched them side to side.

Sep 29, 2018 9:47:36 PM (Read by you after 26 minutes, 39 seconds) +18058610919

I personally believe Juan should be at the 9 to start games off

Oct 14, 2018 12:13:54 PM Me

Hey, still waiting for team photo. We're behind the water park. Hustle over if you can make it

Oct 16, 2018 4:53:42 PM (Read by you after 2 minutes, 56 seconds) +18058610919

I have to pick up gear for my morning job tomorrow in Moorpark im going to be a bit late to training should be there around 4:45-5

Oct 16, 2018 4:57:08 PM Me

Cool. Got it. Thanks for heads up.

Oct 21, 2018 9:03:43 AM (Read by you after 2 hours, 47 minutes, 59 seconds) +18058610919

Hey I'll be there around 830. Only thing I gotta say about starting lineup is that Dylan 100% needs to be in it. Dylan played very very well at the 10 and 8 yesterday. Also Donnie had a fantastic game! See you soon!

Nov 04, 2018 11:07:15 AM (Read by them after 22 seconds) Me

Hi Forrest, hope you’re enjoying your extra hour this Sunday. Thanks for your replies to Andre yesterday and answering his questions. You handled it well. About to reply to that thread. If you have time tomorrow we should talk about it.

Nov 04, 2018 11:09:14 AM (Read by you after 55 minutes, 16 seconds) +18058610919

Sounds good to me

Nov 05, 2018 7:47:48 PM (Read by them after 3 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, just got your VM. Let’s talk tomorrow in the day if that works for you. Just want to touch base. Let me know a time that would work for you. I have one meeting from 10:30-11am tomorrow, otherwise I’m working, but free to talk anytime.

Nov 05, 2018 8:36:07 PM (Read by you after 15 seconds) +18058610919

Cool works for me

Nov 05, 2018 8:36:22 PM +18058610919

I'll give you a call around noon

Nov 05, 2018 8:36:28 PM Me

Perfect!

Nov 12, 2018 7:03:44 PM +18058610919

Hey are we training this week? Or we taking time off til after the holidays?

Nov 12, 2018 7:05:55 PM (Read by them after 32 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, yes training this Thursday 4:30-6:30. Going to take tomorrow, Tuesday, off. Thursday I’m wanting to have a fun session and play some of the boys favorite games. Let me know if you have time to talk either tomorrow or Wednesday about master plan going forward.

Nov 12, 2018 7:06:49 PM +18058610919

Sounds good! 👍

Nov 12, 2018 7:07:05 PM +18058610919

I have a game for high school tomorrow at 5 so I'll call you after

Nov 12, 2018 7:07:30 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

k, sounds good. Good luck tomorrow!

Nov 13, 2018 3:47:04 PM (Read by you after 3 hours, 21 minutes, 26 seconds) +18058610919

Tom told me to give you a call, my game got canceled today. Call me when your good

Nov 14, 2018 1:00:33 PM (Read by them after 45 seconds) Me

Hi Forrest, would a call at 3pm work for you?

Nov 14, 2018 1:03:42 PM +18058610919

Hey bert my high school game got rescheduled to today so I will Be done around 7pm

Nov 14, 2018 1:03:49 PM +18058610919

Jv starts at 3:15

Nov 14, 2018 1:04:58 PM Me

k, you free between 2-3? I have a window in that hour. Thinking the call won’t be all that long. Just need to touch base.

Nov 14, 2018 1:05:29 PM +18058610919

Yeah 2 would work just call me when you are good!

Nov 14, 2018 1:05:37 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

k, perfect. will do

Nov 27, 2018 3:15:05 PM (Read by them after 4 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, good luck today at your first session with the team! Can’t wait to see where you take them. Cheers! Bert

Nov 27, 2018 4:08:32 PM (Read by you after 22 minutes, 15 seconds) +18058610919

Thanks Bert!

Nov 28, 2018 12:09:30 PM (Read by them after 4 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, Hope training went well last night and your first Parent meeting was a success!

Nov 28, 2018 1:50:59 PM (Read by you after 2 hours, 55 minutes, 23 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert! Definitely went smoothly all the parents seemed on board it was good 👍

Nov 28, 2018 4:46:36 PM Me

Great to hear, well done!

Dec 25, 2018 9:01:06 AM (Read by them after 7 minutes, 54 seconds) Me

Merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🏼

Dec 25, 2018 3:04:36 PM (Read by you after 41 seconds) +18058610919

Merry Christmas bert!

Jan 02, 2019 12:01:52 PM (Read by them after 2 hours, 2 minutes, 11 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest, just want to wish you a Happy New Year! Hope things are off to a good start for you. Cheers!

Jan 02, 2019 3:33:13 PM (Read by you after 19 seconds) +18058610919

Happy New Years bert! Hope the year is twice as better as the last! Can't wait to see darragh out here today!

Jan 02, 2019 3:38:12 PM Me

Likewise. I spoke the Strople today to give him a little background on Darraghs mindset right now. Needs to find the fun of playing again and rebuild his confidence. Thinking a new group and no Dad coaching will help. I won’t be there today, he’s coming with Jeremy. I figure if I’m not there it’s less pressure 👍 Anything you can do to help him with confidence, mindset, and finding the joy again would be greatly appreciated!! Hopefully we can do the scrimmage this Sunday, and hope to see you soon.

Feb 16, 2019 10:54:49 PM Me

Hey Forrest, hope you’re doing well! Thought you would like to know that Thacher is in the CIF boys soccer finals for division 7. We just got home from Temecula. We beat Linwood Christian 1-0 today. Looks like we play San Dimas next week for the trophy! It’s been such a great run through the playoffs. Hope to see you soon and have a great night

Feb 17, 2019 4:05:49 PM (Read by you after 10 minutes, 11 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert sorry for not replying I've been sick all week congrats on your CIF run! Keep it up! What round are you all in?

Feb 17, 2019 4:17:27 PM Me

Hey Forrest no worries. We’ve won 4 in a row, 2 home, 2 away and game five is the final.

Feb 17, 2019 4:21:08 PM (Read by you after 16 minutes, 12 seconds) +18058610919

So your in the finals?!?! That's amazing

Feb 17, 2019 4:37:23 PM Me

Yes

Feb 17, 2019 4:37:33 PM Me

Division 7, small schools

Feb 17, 2019 4:38:11 PM Me

We play San Dimas next weekend. Details come tomorrow

Feb 19, 2019 4:33:59 PM (Read by you after 2 hours, 56 minutes, 53 seconds) +18058610919

Hey Bert when and where is the final?

Feb 19, 2019 7:31:20 PM Me

Hi Forrest, we play Saturday 5pm @ San Dimas

Apr 19, 2019 1:15:57 PM (Read by them after 32 seconds) Me

Hi Forrest, hope you’re well. Are you overseeing indoor tonight? I’m wondering if Declan, Darragh’s older brother, can come play indoor tonight with the group? Let me know when you can.

Apr 19, 2019 1:16:53 PM +18058610919

I'll be there and yeah that's fine

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:01 PM +18058610919

It's just $5 per person

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:10 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Cool! Thanks for the quick reply.

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:17 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

Sounds good.

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:20 PM +18058610919

No worries man!

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:29 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

7pm start?

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:36 PM +18058610919

Yeah

Apr 19, 2019 1:17:52 PM (Read by them after 1 second) Me

👍 see you then

Dec 26, 2019 12:50:35 PM Me

Hi Forrest! Hope all is well in your world. Want to wish you and your family and Merry Christmas!! Hope you had a good day yesterday. Cheers, Bert

Apr 29, 2020 7:51:31 PM +18058610919

Hey bert! Hope all is going well and you and your family are safe during these times! I don’t know if your still coach at thatcher but I reach out to try to get a scrimmage against you guys. I haven’t heard anything back. Was wondering if we could make something work? I have one game left in my schedule

Apr 30, 2020 4:55:32 PM (Read by them after 6 seconds) Me

Hey Forrest! we are all good here—no one has been sick, thank goodness. Hope all is well with you! Let me know how you and your family are doing. So, yes I do still help with coaching up here, but the students never came back after spring break. The school told them all to stay home. And now they’re finishing the year online. So unfortunatley no players are up here! Whenever things do return to ‘normal’ I know the head coach here is always up for scrimmages that are going to challenge his team—so do reach out again. Great to hear from you and do let me know how you’re doing. Be well Forrest!

Jun 22, 2024 11:03:57 PM (Read by you after 16 hours, 49 minutes, 2 seconds) +18058610919

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