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Shame and Self Respect, A Chance To Re-Invent Yourself

April 11, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

It’s been 5 years since retirement. Where does time go? One thing I’ve noticed is that I’m starting to put on the kilos. You know, around the waist, the love handles, carrying the spare tyre. This transformation leads me to an emotion that sometimes Continue Reading

Soccer Memories And The Hecklers

March 21, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

I remember jumping over the wired fence to get to the soccer field that was heavily guarded by the silver spoon faculty. We had no business in these schools but the grass did certainly look greener on their side. Many would argue trespassing, but we Continue Reading

Soccer Advice: Always Give Your Opinion

March 14, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Players, when asked for their opinion, pause and try to keep the peace. Whether it’s your coach, parents or supporters, keeping the peace will not get you a professional contract. Instead of players giving their opinion, they push back with Continue Reading

Soccer Career: Don't Shoot Yourself In The Foot

March 6, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

The chance to play professional soccer is within reach if you follow the path less travelled. You can follow the status quo and become a statistic or you can opt to go against the grain. Against the norm. Against the majority and possibly against Continue Reading

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