Pros And Cons Of Playing Soccer

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Addicted on playing soccer, I only have three years of experience on it. When focusing either specific technique or general tactics, I am motivated by the attraction of this sport so that I always pursue to become the best player of my team. Leading the school team to win the champion as vice captain and organizing the school club as vice president in China, competing with top club players who have a dozen year of training in US and keeping a professional diet every day, I never stop to hear from the voice of my

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