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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 Advice: Knocked Down, But Never Out

April 9, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

If I asked you where heaven was, most of you would point to the sky. When I was a young boy, I imagined God sitting on some throne in the clouds watching down on us, boy, how times have changed. No, I haven’t lost faith, I believe. As soccer players, Continue Reading

Soccer: Stop Playing In A TrAnCe

April 5, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

Has anyone seen the movie with Mel Gibson where he works for a big marketing firm and has the ability to listen to people’s thoughts? Not sure of the name, let me Google it. The movie is called “What Women Want”. Imagine having this ability and Continue Reading

Soccer: We Are All Professional Failures

March 23, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

It’s time for a little soul searching. How many of you train each day in search of perfection, to be the best? How many of you get up in the morning and put in the roadwork needed to build your endurance and strength? How many of you visit the gym to 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: Choose Your Own Adventure

March 15, 2010 by thomas karapatsos Leave a Comment

What does the world game mean to you? Why do you play the game? What do you mean? What do I mean? Surely you’ve answered these questions, haven’t you? Before you take part in the sport it’s a good idea to answer these questions. If you’re 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

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