Soccer Changed My Life Essay

While becoming a lazy bum throughout my summer between third and fourth grade of elementary, my parents decided to sign me up for British soccer camp. Growing up as a tomboy, I played most sports before middle school. I was the girl playing with the boys during recess. I started playing soccer at the age of 5. I partook in YMCA soccer anytime that I could. The first day is always the hardest because Tongue River is such a small school and no one loved soccer as much as I did. Being the only…

growing and trending social activities. It has changed the way of communication and sharing information. Through social medias like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat people(users) share their photos, videos,…

basketball and soccer. As of my young life I always wanted to play on a team. My father and I always watched basketball, and soccer whenever it was on TV. As basketball season approached faster and faster I had to prepare myself and work hard on practicing basketball and getting better. All summer long leading up to 7th grade I played basketball every day to try and improve my game. The first day of 7th grade had just started. I was super exited to tryout for the basketball team and…

during adolescence. My heel originally became inflamed as a result of intense travel soccer. The first time it started to hurt, I was only ten. I was devastated when I learned I couldn’t play soccer. It was my first time with a serious injury and being unable to do the activities I loved because of a physical limitation. I felt alone and isolated from my friends, team, and family, just because I couldn’t physically do what I had done before. Additionally, I was frustrated with my body, and I…

are. The calling should never be challenged. Our calling is in our own heart. The calling is the work of God to bring our heart closer to conviction. This conviction is of God, and it delivers utter peace. Everyone is in search for their purpose in life. They need this purpose and understanding so they can realize what they were put on this earth to do. If you have been around church for any length of time, you have most likely been told that God has a plan for your…

not kill us makes us stronger." There's one experience that sticks out more than any of the rest when it comes to failure for myself. This incident played such a huge role in my high school years that I will never forget it. So, it was my 8th grade summer going into freshman year and at the time, I had a lot of things on my mind. "How am I going to transition from middle school to high school?" or "Am I going to…

DCAS Reflection During my time doing the 8th grade project, I experienced many new things and learned what it is to be a good mentor and soccer coach. I had several training sessions with young girls from the ages of 7-10 years old. My ultimate goal was to help them develop a deep love for the game, and inspire them to work on their own and become better. I wanted to show the girls I trained that through hard work and dedication, it is possible to become extraordinary at anything. By coaching…

come and find themselves, to get a higher education and to meet new and exciting friends. Just from the first semester here at Harris-Stowe I believe I have done so. My college career actually started in the summer with the Summer Math and Science Academy here at Harris-Stowe. I also moved in a week before everyone else did for soccer pre-season. Right off the bat, Harris-Stowe was a culture shock for me. In the summer math and science academy, I was the minority. I wasn’t just the only white…

stuff.” My mom dragged another bag into my new dorm. “Let’s just hope none of it is mine.” My dad joked. The mood was light because I was finally moving into the University of Vermont. No one expected this a couple months ago, but now dreams were becoming a reality. Evan and I put piles of my clothes away while my parents continued to drag more bags into the room. “I can’t wait to take your bed.” My brother told me. “Although there is a good chance you will get kicked out before I can take it.”…

TThe Game That Changed My Life Ever since I first started to walk, sports have been a major part of my life. When I walk on to the pitch I am transformed into another world where all else fades away except the game. Two years ago, when I was a sophomore in high school, the game changed my entire life forever. After many time-consuming and demanding practices my team finally earned a place in the conference tournament for the first time in decades. The game was days away, but I could already…