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U12 Girls Youth Soccer in Region 1
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What was the turnout at PDA tryout?
- April 24, 2014 at 10:05 PM
Mid 60s (meaning ~30 new girls).
- April 25, 2014 at 9:19 AM
With that many girls trying do any of you think PDA will build a 3rd team in the north. Galaxy, Crew, New Team?
- April 25, 2014 at 10:15 AM
10:15 Personally, I don't think so. Among other reasons, I don't think they would want to allocate the limited field resources to a 3rd team.
- April 25, 2014 at 10:18 AM
10:15 very true. + having 5 U12 teams would be a bit extreme when they already have (2 North, 1 South, 1 Shore). Any thoughts on MatchFit teams? This age group is a huge transition age now with so many avenues to persue or options to have.
- April 25, 2014 at 10:24 AM
To 10:24
I think it's impossible to judge where Match Fit is today, or where they will be during the coming year.
I believe their current U11 teams is actually a U10 team with 1-2 U11 players on it and as a team, they won't be U12 next season. The NJX Sol (former Middletown team) will become their top Pre-ECNL team, and depending on how many additional new girls show up, who knows whether they will form a second team out of Holmdel/Hazlet or not. Between all their affiliations and branding these last few months, it will probably take a while to see how they shake things out. Their tryouts for the Pre-ECNL team are next Monday.
- April 25, 2014 at 10:47 AM
10:24 Thx for the info. about MatchFit. How about SDFC, TSF, STA, IGFA, FC Maximus any thoughts on those teams.
- April 25, 2014 at 11:14 AM
So many of those are shifting as well, with alliances and rebranding. TSF and IGFA announced some sort of arrangement for older girls as Valkyries FC (referencing TSF's affiliate with North Jersey Valkyries of the W League), but I don't know if there are any plans to extend that to younger teams. I still don't understand IGFA's business model, or whether they will be around for the long haul, or where they are really hoping to be training out of.
STA seems to be turning into an octopus, making affiliations with Jackson, East Brunswick, GJOA (in NY) and Scotch Plains. But to me, it looks like it's really just a matter of slapping the STA name on those specific local town teams that happen to already be using trainers from the STA stable. I note with some of the towns, it's only a handful of their teams which seem to have become STA - probably the ones that had already independently hired STA coaches as team trainers.
SDFC seems to be plugging along steadily, but I don't really know where SDFC Rage will stack up next year if they play 11v11. They've been pretty dominant in 8v8, but the pool of NJ teams playing 8v8 has been a bit diluted, and it all depends on how their rosters fill out at tryouts.
FC Maximus I don't really know much about - I think they are still fairly new as Club, and relatively small, so you never know from the outside how solid they are. Their U11 team seems to have had success, but their website says the players are double-carded to other teams, so not sure where they are drawing their players from or how cohesive a group it is, or how committed they are to FC Maximus as their primary home.
Again - take all of that for what's worth - an outsider's guarded opinion. People on the inside could no doubt give you much better thoughts.
- April 25, 2014 at 11:39 AM
- EE Very nice layout. This is what the blog should be about helping parents retrieve additional info to help make decisions. Any thoughs on the Central/South.
- April 25, 2014 at 12:11 PM
You're really looking to test my knowledge!
PDA South: I think they are here to stay for the long term. They operate a little differently than PDA North as far as the leagues in which they play for now - I anticipate that they will eventually play in NE Girls NPL, along with PDA North's second team (PDA will run ECNL team from North), either at U13, or at U12 if the league opens up a U12 division. I think they will probably be considered the top spot to go in the South over the coming years.
SJEB: has a proven track record of attracting talent, and training them well. I think they will suffer over the coming years due to growing competition, though.
RAGE: Similar to SDFC Rage, they're having success at 8v8, but don't know if that will translate to 11v11 - depends on player retention and additions through tryouts. They too are still relatively new and small, so hard to tell from the outside how firm they are. They do, however, seem to be focusing on growing at the youngest stages, rather than acquiring existing older teams, which should be good for the organization (if they can get the numbers - hard to attract a lot of the very young ages if the price point is more than local programs - I don't know Rage charges they cost). My only (limited) contact with teams/parents/coaches has been good.
- April 25, 2014 at 1:29 PM
- EE Wow it's amazing you have all ths knowledge and insight of teams. Are hired scout for each team. lol
What do you think is going to happen next year will all the teams at this age go 11v11? With the option in EDP 11v11 or 8v8. I can see more PA teams joining the 8v8 league will NJ teams follow suit.
- April 25, 2014 at 3:42 PM
I feel that NJ's move to allow 8v8 at U11 and U12 came a year or two too late, and needed to come as a requirement, not an option. With the recent shifting of power and focus at the top levels from NJYS-carded leagues (JAGS, Northern Counties, Mid NJ, MOSA, South Jersey Girls) to US Club-carded leagues, there is no longer the chance of a top-down imposed 8v8 structure (which NJYS could have done years ago), unless it becomes a nationally imposed mandate (which would probably require significant arm-bending by USSF to accomplish). Lacking that requirement, I think the optional 8v8 is a nice gesture, but probably doomed to failure within NJ, even though neighboring states do so. The reason for the belief is because the largest, most well-established Clubs have already chosen to play 11v11 from U11 up, and I don't see them changing that. And because the top Clubs are doing it, I predict most of the other teams that want to be considered top flight will probably play 11v11 as well in order to appear competitive. And each year a larger and larger number of players are shifting to such non-town clubs.
There will be a struggle in the multi-state leagues such as EDP for a couple years at the U11 and U12 age group, as they have to offer both 11v11 and 8v8 to be inclusive for all states, but I'm just not sure I see the top NJ clubs shifting to 8v8. And as long as NJ teams remain strong at 11v11, and the other states are willing to play along (note all the top out-of-state clubs playing 11v11 at PDA Spring kickpff), I think the 8v8 division will remain second-fiddle to the 11v11 division.
Unfortunately, if the above really does kill off the 8v8 options in NJ, it will mean even more heart-ache for town teams, which are already struggling to fill 8v8 rosters at U11 and U12 as they see a greater proportion of their best, and now middle, talent leave for non-town clubs.
- April 25, 2014 at 4:50 PM
EE. Great outlook I think you are spot on. The Top level teams have already moved on to 11v11. Even though 8v8 is the proper way for development it doesn't help when competition is a rarity.
It looks as if the NJ tournaments from MSSL are getting better and better. As having an older child playing it seems like those teams from the south and north are starting to travel more frequently our way now. My thought is the college recruits can go to Fort Dix or the Turf Farm to view multiple kids vs. driving to different locations like those southern tourney's?
- April 25, 2014 at 5:33 PM
MFA will be 8v8 at U11 next year.
- April 25, 2014 at 10:37 PM
Can MF even compete right now?
- April 26, 2014 at 11:02 AM
Any updates from weekend play?
- April 27, 2014 at 5:43 PM
EDP site shows Pipeline beat Jackson 3-1.
No other scores reported yet.
- April 27, 2014 at 6:09 PM
- April 27, 2014 at 7:02 PM
Barons 3-1 over CH
- April 27, 2014 at 7:38 PM
Heard from someone that knows the coach that the Jackson team is dissolving after this season. Too bad. They have been competitive for many years.
- April 27, 2014 at 7:58 PM
Heard PDA is picking up a couple Barons girls.
- April 27, 2014 at 9:02 PM
The Gunners were a great team. They had well trained girls. If this is true then it is a shame.
- April 27, 2014 at 9:03 PM
Hereing the same... A couple have been training with NJX. Some people are panicking.. Teams can't stay together forever.. Some girls need to work harder..competition gets harder.. It isn't u8 anymore...Put your kid where they belong.
- April 27, 2014 at 9:12 PM
Hopefully NJX picks up someone that can score. They need it.
- April 28, 2014 at 7:07 AM
Problem with town based teams is that it generally is like dominoes. One kid leaves and the rest of the core start looking.
- April 28, 2014 at 7:15 AM
Grass isn't always greener. Trust me. Been there done that. If your kid is happy and playing on a competitive team leave her be. I speak from experience.
- April 28, 2014 at 10:24 AM
It is sad that good town teams cant stay together longer. "Academy Style" training can be supplemented at a much cheaper price. Not saying that they would stay together past U13/U14, but they could last until then if it wasnt for the parents thinking that their daughter is the next superstar. Jackson isn't the first nor the last victim of this.
- April 28, 2014 at 10:53 AM
I'm not sure this was a player-driven issue at Jackson.
- April 28, 2014 at 10:57 AM
Here there are a bunch coming to NJX/Matchfit tryouts.... Best move ever.. Most of those girls have great soccer sense. Yes, I agree when one leaves people panic.... If your kids happy let them be....
- April 28, 2014 at 1:31 PM
10:53 - Unfortunately teams can't stay together as you said. At some point your daughter will develop much faster then the other girls on the team (not saying she is a superstar). She may have more soccer sense and therefore her development will suffer because she has to work harder for players that are not contributing. This is very frustrating and exhausting for your daughter. It is sad but this is what happens when teams stay status quo for too long without recruiting new talent. More and more teams are getting very competitive at this age. You have to keep up or fallout.
- April 28, 2014 at 2:00 PM
2:00 you are exactly what's wrong with youth soccer. Why don't u ask your kid If she's frustrated. If she is and clearly above the other players ..time to go. But if she's on a talented team with a few weak spots so freaking what? She's probably happy. Your probably the one who has the issue. Get over yourselves.
- April 28, 2014 at 2:23 PM
No. You need to get over yourself! When your daughter has expressed frustration over and over and has enough sense to see that others do not contribute then you are saying that I should do nothing? They are not 5 years old. They can speak for themselves at this age. Maybe some parents do not choose to listen to their daughter when she is unhappy.
- April 28, 2014 at 2:34 PM
You missed my point. I said that if your daughter is expressing frustration and she is clearly better than her whole team you should leave. That's not what you said. You stated that teams can't stay together because this will always happen with town teams. Not true at all.
- April 28, 2014 at 2:59 PM
Oh. And the next team she goes to there will be similar issues. Then when's shes had enough of that the academy will come calling and ypu can deal with 25 man rosters, limited playing time, and a pure business atmosphere. Have fun.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:02 PM
3:02 - You need go to Rec Soccer! There you can have all the fun you want!!!!!
- April 28, 2014 at 3:18 PM
You need to be committed. They are 10 years old.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:23 PM
Well then you should just play town teams at your level. Trying to beat talent will get harder and harder for your team. You won't be able to keep up. You can always go back to Rec soccer you can get a challenge there.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:31 PM
So you are saying a town team that has strong players cannot compete and stay together as time goes on? I say your wrong. Boy those academy heads love a guy like you.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:38 PM
They may have to eventually move to a better program if the town can't support it( see middletown to njx) but they can stay together.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:40 PM
3:38 a town team can stay together as long as the players stay strong. Eventually at some point players drop off with skill, speed and lack of talent. So to keep up with the competition, which is getting better, a town team will have a tough time to survive.
- April 28, 2014 at 3:50 PM
So if we slap an academy name on her jersey they will survive? Do that may people really drink the kool aid being sold?
- April 28, 2014 at 3:59 PM
"Well you should jut play town teams at your level" why just town teams? My town team beats academy teams regularly. We are happy and don't want to deal with the drama and dysfunction that surrounds us on these other teams.
- April 28, 2014 at 4:02 PM
3:59 Why do you think academy recruits? You may beat an academy from time to time, but a town team is working twice as hard to compete. Why? The academy gobbled up all the talent and in the end it's the team that has speed, talent and soccer sense that will come on top.
- April 28, 2014 at 4:12 PM
You know what. That's perfectly ok with me. I can lose a game here and there. Heck I might even get blown out now and again. But my daughter and her team are developing and winning a very good amount of games . Her coach actually cares about her and knows all about her as a kid. He doesnt coach any other teams so hes always avaialble. And bottom line she's happy. Maybe she won't to to Duke on a scholarship. But I bet she will havee better soccer memories then those kids who are schlepped from team to team.
- April 28, 2014 at 4:17 PM
Why is everyone so angry. Town vs Academy pros and cons to both. Yes ther are many competitive town teams but as they get closer to showcase age the coaches at the Academy programs have better connections with college coaches plus they are better able to get their teams in Premier Tournaments allowing their players to get seen by coaches. If you are not looking to play college soccer a town team is perfect. Unfortunately it is hard for a town team to keep it highly competitive as they approach high school because the talented players that want to play in college will move to an academy.
- April 28, 2014 at 4:21 PM
4:21 Thank you!
- April 28, 2014 at 4:45 PM
10:24 totally agee especially at these ages. Here is my advice. When you start to think it's time to leave, wait 6 months and then reevaluate. The only exception would be if other kids leave and you can leave as a group. Most kids don't want to join teams at this age by themselves. Going with a one or two other girls makes a huge difference.
- April 28, 2014 at 4:49 PM
Wait now I have heard everything. So you think if you play for a town team even at an older level you can't play in college? Really?? The ONLY path is thru an academy? Whhatttt?????
- April 28, 2014 at 5:32 PM
Pease take a glance at U 17 girls got soccer top rankings. MANY town teams in ther including my daughters. Top tournaments . Top flights . Passed on the Kool aid. Last daughter at this age and we will not drink it this time either. Oh yeah and my u-17 is playing in college. Partial scholarship (-academic and soccer) to a d-2 that is tops in her academic major. Prioritize folks. Don't believe everything they tell you.
- April 28, 2014 at 5:38 PM
Okay lady, settle down. Stay put and do what you need to do. Nobody is telling you what to do.
- April 28, 2014 at 7:50 PM
What a turn out at NJX tryouts.... Over 80 girls... Time to make a decision coach..... Some looked very talented..
- April 28, 2014 at 9:24 PM
It was a good turnout at holmdel but remember 35 or do of the girls were from the two existing holmdel fc MOSA teams and about what 16 more of them were the existing NJX sol team. So maybe 25-30 outsiders and most of the sol girls stood out besides a handful. Word is they aren't cutting at of the existing team but looking to just add a couple of the most talented new girls where there is a need.
- April 29, 2014 at 12:08 AM
Cuts should be made if team wants to stay competitive... They will be Matchfit next year.. People will leave if cuts aren't made.
- April 29, 2014 at 7:38 AM
If I am the the parents of the top 2-3 players on holmdel unless there is a drastic change made to the team in the way of solid pick ups I would be looking elsewhere.
They can't score....and they are taking regular beatings from all the top tier teams.
They just can't compete on the top U11 level any longer. If they are happy being a second division U11 team then all is good...otherwise I would be shopping.
- April 29, 2014 at 7:45 AM
Agree... from what I have seen a few don't fit in skill wise. if they pick up 3 they will do fine...
- April 29, 2014 at 8:11 AM
You people are crazy. Seriously crazy. Go shop at MF or PDA. I know exactly the type of parent you are. . People like you that threaten to leave teams year in and year out and stir up crap every year are a cancer. A real cancer. I thing you should take your little superstar and go . The team will be just fine without you. They will keep the current players and add a few new talented ones and be just fine.
- April 29, 2014 at 9:14 AM
Look who is talking. You are always on here and always blaming other people and other teams.
- April 29, 2014 at 9:51 AM
Just blame everything on MF and PDA. Anyone who goes there or plays for them are just plain out of their minds. Makes absolutely no sense to even consider one of these clubs, it's over the top.
- April 29, 2014 at 11:26 AM
The only thing good about MF or PDA is the coaches will make cuts....people complain about everything that goes on..For example my kid didn't start, we lost OMG now what do we do, why is she playing longer than my daughter...those are the people that need to wake up... The ones playing more are more committed... Never late and make every training unless sick.... Think about it, it is soooo true..... These girls are not babies..... If you want them to play every min. Go to rec. or a B team....
- April 29, 2014 at 11:58 AM
These next 2 months will be rumor and parent frustration central. With the 1st set of tryouts complete for most clubs, and parents talking it should get interesting on these boards.
- April 29, 2014 at 2:05 PM
for the past week I have refrained from commenting on this blog,but have continued to follow it out of curiosity.11:26,you make a comment that is so beyond ridiculous that I had to comment,I have a daughter who graduated through the program and has made great relationships along with a college scholarship all because of one of the clubs you choose to bash.Please elaborate for me why it is over the top for a top player to play for the best club possible,and why a parent is out of their mind to give a gifted player the best training available to them.I certainly hope you haven't swayed anyone considering going to one of these clubs by spreading false and misinformed opinions.I would like to know what you base this theory on.Joe T
- April 29, 2014 at 2:07 PM
NJX tryouts were packed. State champs should have a big tryout. Coaches have a tough job. Hard to see across the whole field, and it was only about an hour of play, but I didn't see any new "wow" standout talent. NJX team has a few girls that are both very skilled and athletic, and a deep roster of good players. Challenge is NJX really wants *great* players. Next season will have to focus on playing as a team rather than a collection of individuals.
- April 29, 2014 at 2:59 PM
Joe's back, oh wait he never left... Hey buddy just an FYI some people on here purposely post inflammatory things in an effort to fire people up. Please stop falling for it everytime.
- April 29, 2014 at 3:31 PM
Joe, I believe that was sarcasim.
- April 29, 2014 at 3:31 PM
Girls playing on three fields at NJX tryouts. Which field were you watching?
- April 29, 2014 at 3:34 PM
I don't think everyone does know that it is.A lot of lower level clubs spread false information to parents,hoping they do what is safe.Joe T
- April 29, 2014 at 3:43 PM
No one spectacular at njx tryouts-but they are 10. However, there was a group of very good players. All playing in middle field. My child isn't at that level yet. But they were clearly the faster group.
- April 29, 2014 at 3:52 PM
Well said my friend..
- April 29, 2014 at 10:20 PM
Just to update the earlier discussion about Jackson, the reason girls are leaving is most likely due to the fact that the Jackson coach is stepping down.
- April 30, 2014 at 10:20 AM
The one person who keeps attacking NJX is the same parent who keeps running around town complaining that their daughter didn't make the team. It's never the kids skill level or lack of development. It's always the coaches fault. WAKE UP its not the coach, it's not a conspiracy. YOUR child isn't ready BOTTOM LINE! PLEASE shut your mouth and STOP crying. Were all sick of hearing it! It's soccer.
- April 30, 2014 at 12:29 PM
Yeah, come on folks. NJX is a wonderful bunch of girls with a lot of class. Just like all the wonderful bunches of classy girls on all the other teams. Let them play and have fun and develop into young ladies we can be proud of. Do your best to hide from them that soccer parents are nuts.
- April 30, 2014 at 1:10 PM
Give your opinion: Rank Top 10 NJ u11 teams moving to u12 next year. GotSoccer doesn't show the true value yet to me becuase many good teams did not participate in top tourney's or in EDP league. This should be interesting and helpful for parents trying out. I have.
1. PDA Galaxy
2. NJX Sol
4. PDA Nova
5. NJ Rush Hamilton
6. Jackson Gunners
8. Rage FC
9. Cherry Hill Destroyers
- April 30, 2014 at 1:59 PM
here's my top 5,after that is a toss up:
this is with current rosters,and will change next year as teams begin to draw top talent.Joe T
- April 30, 2014 at 3:05 PM
Welcome back Joe T. Nice to have your presence back on here. Looks as if the Top 5 wont pickup or alter rosters to much. It's the bottom 5 I think where a lot of parents are curious to know about in-case there child does not get picked up on the Top 5. Anyone else's thoughts.
- April 30, 2014 at 3:48 PM
I didn't see anyone attacking NJX team. Quite the opposite actually .Most were criticizing parents who are constantly creating problems and would leave there because they weren't cutting kids.
- April 30, 2014 at 4:09 PM
Soccer tryouts are crazy.. Call it shady or call it smart.. What do you think?
A head coach of a high ranked local club team brings a few of his players to various rising academy team tryouts. He is hosting his own teams tryouts too with plans to replace his bottom 3 players.. is he thinking about moving or there to recruit?
- April 30, 2014 at 4:17 PM
I agree with 7:49, the more competitive teams you play, the better growth and development kids will reach in the long run. Unlike certain, so called "top team", who request tournament schedulers to tier them with lower level/non-premier teams so they could run home to their town papers and brag about their win. Unreal!!
10:20 (EE)...thanks for enlightening us with the information, but no one cares whether or not the coach stepped down or "out" or if girls opted to leave like many did in the past couple of years. The team was better at U-8 & U-9 then now. The team is very athletic and strong, but solely became a kick & run team without vision, passing, or ball skills. And, you can tell by the mere fact that their one time competition has inevitably caught up to them and has even beat them, like Monmouth Coast in the State cup game.
But, that lack of progression in advancement usually happens when you have numerous of these so-called "town coaches" that never touched a soccer ball or played competitive soccer themselves. If this is so, what fundamentals are these coaches able to teach their young players for continued advancement, development & game vision?
- April 30, 2014 at 6:14 PM
I think after the top 3 there is a sizeable drop off and those teams after the top 3 could beat each other but not the top 3 very often.
1) PDA Galaxy
2) Barons
3) PDA Nova
4) The Field
- April 30, 2014 at 7:09 PM
Anyone who picked up the Jackson girls?
- April 30, 2014 at 7:58 PM
Sorry, Anyone know who picked up the Jackson girls?
- April 30, 2014 at 7:59 PM
7;09 pm ...PDA shill (yawn)
- April 30, 2014 at 7:59 PM
Tough to compare all the teams against each other because some of those play 8v8.
- April 30, 2014 at 8:43 PM
@4:09 NJX needs to make cuts. Have you seen them play? Slow and not first to the ball. I was shocked at what I saw.
- April 30, 2014 at 9:31 PM
"I think after the top 3 there is a sizeable drop off and those teams after the top 3 could beat each other but not the top 3 very often.
1) PDA Galaxy
2) Barons
3) PDA Nova
4) The Field"
Says the Nova parent feigning modesty by ranking them lower than SJEB, salivating at their shot at redemption. You people are so transparent. Nova parents are like Saran Wrap. Transparent and shallow.
- April 30, 2014 at 9:34 PM
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- April 30, 2014 at 10:05 PM
I agree with 6:14, Jackson was not looking good. Just a strong kick & run team.
There were some girls at the NJX try-outs, and according to earlier posts, some have even been training with NJX for awhile. Parents are probably frantic trying to look for spots. This was the best move, maybe now they will get better training.
- May 1, 2014 at 7:07 AM
Not sure how you say there is a sizeable drop off after Nova, considering Nova tied Hamilton, and beat Cherry Hill and NJX by 1 goal?
- May 1, 2014 at 8:53 AM
Agree, Nova has a ways to go to claim top three.
Need to dominate your games and win consistently.
- May 1, 2014 at 11:01 AM
Well Nova is Name Brand "PDA" so they will draw newer talent this year and the coming years so they will eventually overlap and dominate games in the future.
- May 1, 2014 at 11:10 AM
Not with the reputation this team is building. Most will drive right by and go to PDA north or MF. I would take MF and play ecnl. This is PDA south and considered 3rd team or step child.
- May 1, 2014 at 11:33 AM
much like in the north,it is the goal of PDA south to attract all of the top talent to the club in the southern part of the state.no offense to any other clubs in the south,but I consider the Galaxy to be the gold standard and the team that we must compete with in the future.The sooner this happens,the better it is for all parties involved.It is not my goal to attend college showcases that take place at Ft.Dix as it is for some clubs in the south.Joe T
- May 1, 2014 at 11:34 AM
11:33 we are considered stepchild? Why is it then that they are adding a second turf field along with futsal courts to the complex this summer.....and John Jenks will be coaching this team going forward,look up his last graduating team and let me know what you think.-Joe T
- May 1, 2014 at 11:39 AM
The best part of this entire thing is hearing you PDA parents talk up your team(s) your coaches your facilities as if you signed a 6 year contract. For you ppl who are clueless and drink different water to where you are so in love with PDA, PDA want the next best thing. They don't care about your daughter. The earlier you go to their teams, the more likely you will not be there when it matters. Talk all the ECNL you want on this u11 board, but PDA do not develop any if their players. They attract talent (nothing wrong with that) but they want the bigger and better thing. You think some of these coaches have any clue in to run a team?
PDA training sessions-
Pass- dribble- scrimmage vs another PDA team. GREAT DEVELOPMENT! You are spending close to $3,000 for something YOU can be doing. And let alone many of you crazy parents who drive a long distance for a training session a well trained monkey can execute.
This isn't a bash on PDA- more of myself finding humor in how PDA parents stuff doesn't stink. Some of you have incredible daughter with incredible skill. Let me know where you are in 6 years.
PDA will NEVER be know as development. Strictly recruitment. Don't believe me, watch their training sessions. Complete joke.
If you go at u8 or u9- the chances of you making it to u12 are a long shot.
If you go at u10 or u11- all the garbage you talk about favorites, ecnl status will no longer mean anything bc you chose short term rather than long term.
Wake up ppl
- May 1, 2014 at 12:27 PM
Is there a benefit to be part of a program playing ECNL vs EDP?
- May 1, 2014 at 12:39 PM
11:33 stepchild comment is the most stupid thing someone has said on this board. My child already plays on a competitive team already and I'm glad there is another competitive team within our vincity that can provide additional opportunities and competition vs. driving 1.5 to 2 hours away up north. PDA South should continue to grow and expand it's the nature of any of these academy style clubs.
With the numbers increasing yearly on girls playing the sport comes the increase number of talent pool as well.
Joe T. glad to hear PDA plans to expand the facility.
- May 1, 2014 at 12:41 PM
12:27 did you know my first kid went through the first ever graduating pda south class?over half of those girls were long time members of the team,so those are facts,could you please provide some facts to support your theory.I just feel that it is important for me to negate all of the misinformation being spread by people who really have no idea how the process works.And I will continue to do so in hopes of drawing the better players to the club.-Joe T
- May 1, 2014 at 1:06 PM
Top level teams have to cut the bottom third every year. If they do not, they will not be able to keep up with the the PDA's and MF's. They will lose their best talent when they start losing to teams they never lost to before. It's inevitable.
- May 1, 2014 at 1:26 PM
This is 10 yr old girls soccer right? Thought that's the reason why some don't go to big academies. They actualy wanted to be something other than a number. If you want to cut the bottom third of your roster remember karma is a fickle bitch. It will be your daughter one day. If you feel that way about 10 yr olds you should already be at PDA.
- May 1, 2014 at 1:52 PM
I'm sorry but am I missing something? For those of you who do not like PDA, news flash... You don't have to have your child play there. You men act like 5 year olds. Keep this informative. Thank you.
- May 1, 2014 at 2:30 PM
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- May 1, 2014 at 2:48 PM
when a parent whos not the coach says they want to draw better players to their team and does so like on this board what message does that send to the rest of the parents on that team?
- May 1, 2014 at 2:49 PM
Shut up you dope. Move along, youth soccer has been bad to you.
- May 1, 2014 at 3:03 PM
Do you know anything about the coaches at u11 in PDA.
Tell me why they are so bad? Is it their track records in delopment over the last 15 years?
Please give me the facts, this is a u11 blog and want specifics at this age level, not your broad stroke BS.
Where do your kids play and why is it so great, just the facts please.
- May 1, 2014 at 3:15 PM
2:49 it is a academy team,sink or swim right?-Joe T
- May 1, 2014 at 3:32 PM
Who you are and what club would add credibility as well......go for it.-Joe T
- May 1, 2014 at 3:34 PM
Any club who has tryouts is looking for new talent over or in addition to what they currently have. PDA isn't the only one having tryouts.
- May 1, 2014 at 4:01 PM
NJX may get not get thru tonight, they have been struggling and really still just a town team who plays much more soccer. They barely got by their old team.
Good luck to both teams, the left side of bracket is much stronger. Tsf will be in finals on that side.
- May 1, 2014 at 4:09 PM
Daddy will this next team be my last team ?
Hush dear we know what's best for you.
Ring a bell?
- May 1, 2014 at 4:13 PM
F.C. Copa Futbol Club "Academy" has a GU11 team that did not win a single EDP game in the fall and had not won a game so far this spring. Is this why they keep advertising their tryouts? Want new, other-team trained players because they can't develop the current lot? My town team does better than them.
- May 1, 2014 at 4:45 PM
Why is everyone so angry. There is a team for everyone. Academies for those that like them and town teams for those that prefer that. Everyone does not have the same goals for their kids. Not everyone finds importance in athletic scholarships. That is why there are lots of options to choose from. Again pick what your kid likes and enjoys and go with it. Some thrive on always competing for a spot on their team and others develop knowing they are secure on their team. There are a lot of years left and things will change. Some top players will still be on top and others will find other interests, get injured or just may not excel by high school. Some weaker players now may be late bloomers and may excel later. Only time will tell. Until then enjoy watching your kids play and enjoy the parents on your team and the other teams. Remember when it is not fun they will not want to play.
- May 1, 2014 at 6:19 PM
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- May 1, 2014 at 8:42 PM
NJX won, monmouth coast had one shot, went in. NJX destroyed them the rest of the game. NJX has some good looking players up front when they develop fully. They also have a lot of strong interest and a narrow roster now with room to add. They are going to be a pain in the ass to deal with .
- May 1, 2014 at 9:41 PM
how about telling us the score?
- May 1, 2014 at 9:57 PM
Monmouth goalie is very...... Made many nice saves....
- May 1, 2014 at 10:02 PM
I'm not sure I was a field over with my sons practice but I think 3-1 final, maybe? I'm sure it will be up on cup site
- May 1, 2014 at 10:06 PM
- May 1, 2014 at 10:30 PM
If you lose every game, how do you measure development - fundraising dollars?
- May 1, 2014 at 11:16 PM
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- May 2, 2014 at 5:53 AM
Whose losing every game"
- May 2, 2014 at 9:21 AM
Very funny how my post got erased my a blog administrator/ PDA parent.
Ill re write it over and over.
Parents- go check to see what PDA coaches are working on. What curriculum your coach has you working on. After the session ask them to see their session plan (what they did for the day)
You will find nothing of the sort.
Drive 1.5 hours to a coach who has no development in their future.
"Alright girls- stretch out " 10 mins
"Alright girls- get a ball each. Dribble to this cone" 10 mins
"Alright girls- grab a partner- pass the ball one touch" 10 mins
"Alright girls- get in a line- pass to me then shoot" 10 mins
"Alright girls- were going to scrimmage the B team"
30 mins
Great development! The top 5 players will continue to develop because their being asked by all the other PDA teams to guest play for both A and B teams. They will also ask the top players on each team to play UP which is another way to develop. Other than that, players ranked 6-17 on the roster- better start looking elsewhere.
Parents- wake up and stop drinking the water down there.
- May 2, 2014 at 10:33 AM
why do you sound bothered what PDA does at their training session? why do you care?
- May 2, 2014 at 10:40 AM
10:33 Why do even post if you are so angry. My child does not play for PDA but against them and we are happy and do not plan on leaving but I don't bash a competing club.
Did you ever think the PDA trainers don't need to setup a practice's session plan on specific nights if they are inviting girls they want to evaluate and just need to do the basics and scrimmage to obtain a true valuation of your child and others new players coming out.
What is the sense to setup a session plan when girls being invited for training to be evaluated end up being lost due to type of session plan they may not be ready to do perform, they can't gauge there talent that way, they need to see them in action thus the resason for warmups, fundamentals then scrimmage.
- May 2, 2014 at 10:49 AM
let's use the board for it's purpose - who cares what other clubs do - we all have the right to choose what is best for our daughters and go from there. Don't like the training or the club, don't go there. soccer is a beautiful sport that all level of players can enjoy. leave it at that.
Now, can anyone tell me the differences/benefits of an ECNL team vs an NPL team?
- May 2, 2014 at 11:41 AM
10:33 Speaking from experience,I can tell you that all PDA clubs use the US women's national team skills test as one of their guides.If you would like a copy, you can obtain one on ussf.com and look it up under coaching resources.Joe T.
- May 2, 2014 at 11:52 AM
Predictions for EDP games this weekend?
Key Matchups
Pipeline vs SJEB (Saturday)
New Jersey Rush vs SJEB (Sunday)
PDA vs NJX (Sunday)
- May 2, 2014 at 3:18 PM
sjeb vs nova state cup tonight at 6.Joe T.
- May 2, 2014 at 4:12 PM
I am going with...
Nova 2
Post us a score Joe after game.
- May 2, 2014 at 5:00 PM
@ May 1, 12:27pm
You talk like you know your soccer but you don't!
Your comment about players being developed at other clubs is nonsense.
Example: Messi, Naymar, Hazard, Ozil, Naymar & Ronaldo all started at different
Clubs. They wanted to be on biggest stage. They want to play with & against the best. (Sure money is a factor but let's just talk futbol).
So you are stating ManU should not get credit for Wayne Rooney . Even though he started his playing career with Everton.
Wake up! Your argument is flawed.
Kids flock to PDA because they want to play with the best and test themselves
Against teams from other states to see where the stack up.
All the top teams in the world have inter squad scrimmages. That's how players
Develop that competitive edge. Fighting for first team soccer.
I bet you any ManU , Barca, Madrid, Chelsea , etc… Inter Squad Scrimmages are just
As hard as any team they play.
PDA is following in the same steps.
If you don't know your soccer get off the blog
- May 2, 2014 at 5:04 PM
Boy that has to be one angry ex-PDA parent. Hell hath no fury like a cut soccer player.
- May 2, 2014 at 5:48 PM
What was score of PDA/SJEB game tonight?
- May 2, 2014 at 7:51 PM
4-0 sjeb wasn't at the game,my wife said the barons looked great.-Joe T
- May 2, 2014 at 7:57 PM
Joe T,
Score of PDA/SJEB game tonight?
- May 2, 2014 at 8:13 PM
Wow! 4-0! The Barons are scary. Nova is a good team. I think Barons can go all the way. Should be great game against Galaxy.
- May 2, 2014 at 9:20 PM
Curious who scored all four goals. Is it one player making the difference?
- May 2, 2014 at 10:09 PM
SJEB beat Nova
- May 2, 2014 at 10:18 PM
Strong result for SJEB! Should be heck of an EDP
game tomorrow between SJEB and Pipeline.
- May 2, 2014 at 10:23 PM
Why have a blog when some jerk removes all the good dirt being told?
- May 2, 2014 at 11:04 PM
Which dirt?
- May 2, 2014 at 11:35 PM
You"ll never know they keep removing shit
- May 3, 2014 at 8:00 AM
Does anyone know a thing or too about MLU? My kid was asked to join the team.
- May 3, 2014 at 8:09 AM
No,no,no the team has no coach,that can coach. A parent I mean MOTHER Superior that dictates what goes on. A team that dumps and chase . A team that is going no where. They parents should get a refund for what they are being charge. Players should start looking else where to play. Anything else ?????
- May 3, 2014 at 8:21 AM
That's the stuff we need to know, everyone should listen up. Tired hearing about how great teams are. This parent must know something .
- May 3, 2014 at 8:34 AM
Good for Barons, they are a great team! Hope they win it all so that would be 3 seasons of the state cup champions not coming from PDA!
- May 3, 2014 at 9:06 AM
Pipeline and SJEB 1-1 at Half.
Pipeline controlling game/lots of chances.
See what second half brings.
- May 3, 2014 at 11:41 AM
What was the final score? Sounds like halftime report came from pipeline and no further update sounds like a loss?
- May 3, 2014 at 12:50 PM
Sounds like you are a typical hater.
1-1 tie was final. Actually a neutral spectator scouting the game. Was a large crowd doing the same.
Pipeline controlled whole game. Several Barons parents and players were embarrassing with their behavior.
Galaxy will walk to State Cup Title....you can take that to the bank.
- May 3, 2014 at 2:03 PM
the Barons are very good,that was a let down spot for them having just had a lopsided emotional win over their nemesis last night.They will be ready to play the Galaxy and I envision a very close match.-Joe T.
- May 3, 2014 at 2:09 PM
No kick & run soccer will be played at the finals for the fist time in 3 years.
- May 3, 2014 at 2:13 PM
we don't even know who is in the finals yet - der!
I take back my "der", if you are implying that all 5 teams left in the race don't play kick and run
- May 3, 2014 at 3:14 PM
Barons parents and kids are embarrassing.Parents are so consumed with winning.There sidelines can get disgusting.Stronger players start screaming at lower ones.A complete mess!
- May 3, 2014 at 3:20 PM
Kudos to Joe T for his kind words and observation about SJEB and being in let up scenario.
To the "neutral spectator": Who goes and scouts games their kid isnt playing in? Unless you are considering trying out, which doesn't seem to be the case.
The blogosphere can draw their own conclusions.
- May 3, 2014 at 3:23 PM
Joe T, I enjoy reading your commentaries and think you have some great points and information. In this case I do believe you are providing a bit of gamesmanship regarding the Barons since PDA will be playing them most likely in the championship. (Probably smart not to call out your future opponent) In my opinion with watching all these teams play each other...the Galaxy will beat the Barons by more then a goal at least...let down or not.
Regarding, watching other top teams play games...this is legit high level soccer (even though they are only 11!)...there were private high school and college coaches watching that game today. Think about it.
- May 3, 2014 at 4:22 PM
"there were private high school and college coaches watching that game today"
I find that highly unlikely, unless they happened to be at the complex. If you people think college coaches are scouting prepubescent girls instead of using their valuable time to scout girls who may actually play for them in the next 7 years you are smoking crack, or drinking very strong Kool-Aid. That's honestly laughable. Christ I know former and current D1 players who think people like you are insane.
- May 3, 2014 at 4:54 PM
This blog is like a bad car accident you know you shouldn't look but you just can"t help it. P
- May 3, 2014 at 9:02 PM
"Hey Coach X, now that you were hired to build the University soccer program up, what's your game plan?"
"We are taking a longer term approach, so my staff and I will be thoroughly scouting u11 soccer teams. Sure these girls are in 5th and 6th grade, But we're hoping to be a contender in 2022!"
- May 3, 2014 at 10:09 PM
Stop being haters... We all tell our kids to dream big. Who cares if we also think there are possibilities for where they could end up. Not worried about college scholarships, but just want them working hard towards something. I would rather that then them sitting home watching tv. If you don't like it stop reading the blogs. Don't try to take the fun out of it for the rest of us who enjoy the banter.
- May 3, 2014 at 10:45 PM
@902 you are so right!
- May 3, 2014 at 11:52 PM
NJ Rush 1- SJEB 1
- May 4, 2014 at 5:33 PM
Must have been another "let down" game....
- May 4, 2014 at 6:46 PM
Early evening game scores please?
- May 4, 2014 at 8:53 PM
PDA tied NJX 2-2
- May 4, 2014 at 9:41 PM
Calvert 1
was just posted on EDP website a few others from the weekend are yet to get posted
- May 4, 2014 at 9:49 PM
Calvert over Toms River 2-1
- May 4, 2014 at 9:58 PM
Out of the kindness of my heart I looked up,that info for you and here's the email and the DOc name.... Are u kidding me? Really?
- May 4, 2014 at 10:33 PM
Was gonna have my daughter tryout for PDA South. I hear PDA Nova is falling apart. Anyone hear anything ? My kid is an above the pack player but to good for presenty highly ranked town team in South Jersey.
- May 4, 2014 at 11:12 PM
If your kid makes the Nova,it will be the last team she will need to play on through high school being coached by the most respected trainer in south jersey.I hope that answers your question,although I think it is a loaded one from a rival club.-Joe T
- May 5, 2014 at 6:58 AM
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- May 5, 2014 at 10:07 AM
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- May 5, 2014 at 10:55 AM
Joe T - How does the current Nova coach feel about you lauding John Jenks on here as her replacement? Harsh........
- May 5, 2014 at 11:28 AM
PDA Nova must really be slipping to tie NJX in their current state. They scored 1 goal against Middletown Red and 2 against PDA Nova.
- May 5, 2014 at 12:18 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 12:30 PM
As long as NJX picks up a few. I heard they got one from Jackson . They will be okay until they move to MF. There are still a few girls that struggle and it hurts the others... Some parents just don't get it..I heard so many dads complaining on the side lines... If your child is not the right fit then go to a less competitive team.
- May 5, 2014 at 3:07 PM
So NJX, who has trouble scoring, picks up a player from Jackson, who has trouble scoring. ooooohh now they will definitely be more competitive.
- May 5, 2014 at 3:48 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 4:52 PM
Njx has girls with great athleticism. If they can learn to play as a team and let the ball do more work, rather than relying on individual effort, the goals will start flowing. It will come.
- May 5, 2014 at 4:59 PM
@3:48PM...Going to any other team, particularly NJX, is better than remaining in Jackson. Perhaps now the girls will be getting better training; hopefully from someone that understands fundamentals and has played soccer. Good luck to all the Jackson girls.
- May 5, 2014 at 5:27 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 8:34 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 8:47 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 9:40 PM
does anybody know where one can find the state cup scores they do not seem to be on the NJYS website?
- May 5, 2014 at 10:14 PM
- May 5, 2014 at 10:31 PM
I heard MF/NJX Sol may be forming a 2nd team. Any truth to that?
- May 5, 2014 at 10:38 PM
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- May 5, 2014 at 11:03 PM
For the parent that asked , MLU U-11 is an up and coming team as we have recently played them. Missing a few pieces but will continue to improve. Other comment previously made was full of inaccuracies based on my experience.
- May 6, 2014 at 6:59 AM
From what I have heard yes, there were enough girls to make a second MF team.
- May 6, 2014 at 8:06 AM
Any more talk on possible girls moving from teams or teams losing girls to other teams. Trying to gauge the craziness of all these tryout month. Are any PDA/MatchFit/SDFC/SJEB//NJX/Jackson/Rush teams losing any key girls on their teams?
- May 6, 2014 at 11:24 AM
were the rest of those girls really good enough to make a 2nd MF team?
- May 6, 2014 at 3:02 PM
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- May 6, 2014 at 3:38 PM
Any news on if the PDA Shore team filled?
- May 6, 2014 at 3:56 PM
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- May 7, 2014 at 8:32 AM
Well there was no PDA south until her sophomore year as you may or may not know.her team,the crush was an MLU team that came over intact that first year.MLU was the best s.j. club at the time.When the opportunity was offered to our team,I think it was unanymous as parents that we make the move.The buzz that surrounded the team that first fall at Jeff Cup and CASL was far more than any of us could have imagined.That, more than anything made us decide that our youngest would head over sooner than later.My wife and I knew nothing about the process and counted heavily on our team manager who had already gone through the process.When he would call me on the phone and tell me to do something,I respected him and did everything that he advised me to do without question.Following someone's advice that has been there before is always a wise choice,in my opinion.-Joe T.
- May 7, 2014 at 8:51 AM
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- May 7, 2014 at 9:33 AM
MLU Crush moved over to PDA South at U16 not U14 if they moved her sophomore year as Joe stated.
- May 7, 2014 at 10:15 AM
well Baron parent,if you must know we believe in our hearts that this will be the last team she plays on up to college if she stays healthy and continues to love the game.If she is good enough at some point to have the privilege to be invited to be on the ECNL roster or any other high level team,the NOVA will remain her home club.I know that it is being spread that we will leave the south,but that is not the club model or plan.FYI my eldest played ECNL for the north,and remained a south girl to the end.I hope this clears things up for you and eliminates any confusion.As I see things,there are only two such clubs in the state with an ECNL designation,PDA and NJX(MATCHFIT).-Joe T.
- May 7, 2014 at 10:21 AM
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- May 7, 2014 at 11:28 AM
correct,with the south and the shore having different nights of training from the north.Any ECNL rostered players will not miss training with their home club that way.
- May 7, 2014 at 11:42 AM
Parents are responsible for raising their kids but the kids should have the final say about moving to a higher-level team or staying where they are because of the friends/school issue or other issues like carpooling. No parent should be mad at another parent for parenting their kid in the way they think is best.
- May 7, 2014 at 12:42 PM
Parents are responsible for raising their kids but the kids should have the final say about moving to a higher-level team or staying where they are because of the friends/school issue or other issues like carpooling. No parent should be mad at another parent for parenting their kid in the way they think is best.
- May 7, 2014 at 12:42 PM
you can say that again :)
- May 7, 2014 at 1:07 PM
Well said 1242.
- May 7, 2014 at 2:11 PM


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Maryland Silver queen planted April 30.I used 172 runner planter, and side dressed with 10-10-10.
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Finally had a good day Monday to finish harrowing. Soil is perfect at this point! Had a helper or two...[url][/url]
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I think most of the maters are in,---over 300 plants at this time and the first plants now have little green maters on them about the size of your little pinkie, so they should be the first ones to get ripe, followed by the other varieties which are longer season kinds!---wanted to spread out the season on them and have ripe maters come on every week or so if possible instead of all at one time.
Taters (1 row) are starting to bloom, and they would be the shortest season kind that we have.---the other rows were planted later, so they have a while to go.
The strawberries are about ready to start picking the first round in a day or two!
Still have to plant the cabbage plants, and the seed stuff yet!---got a lot done today, (a little wet, but used the little horse tiller to break the crust,--really wet down a couple inches, but top was dry!)
Would like to plow 2 more areas yet if it is dry down under where I ran the sub-soiler! thanks; sonny
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Sounds like you have a good plan.
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Today its more rain, but I got the chicken corn re-planted just before it started!!-- yesterday we got 180 cabbage plants in the ground and I ran the big tractor/tiller over most of the other ground, (kinda wet)---second flush of weeds/grass starting up!
Found this in the strawberry patch this morning!---
I dont kill snakes,(birds are another story!) if I can avoid it, BUT this dude got into the bird net and is history! thanks; sonny
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What a rough year for gardening here. My last post(around mid may) stated I planted spinach,beets,and carrots...total wipe out...nothing but weeds growing..tore it up about 1 weed ago and planted more beets. So far only weeds growing. Not having much luck with that new high dollar Jang planter. Can't see anything really wrong with it tho.
Planted the last of my potato's , around 300 sweet potato slips, watermellon,cantalope, and 1st planting of pumpkins. Using an old Cole planter for pumpkins, and sweet corn. Looks like it is doing a good job. Had to do a little modifying to it. It has a long shoe opener and where the seed comes out the opening is about 1 1/2 inches wide. The seed would be bouncing around and more times than not end up being only barely under the soil instead of 1" down. To remedy the situation I took a 16 oz water bottle, cut off the top to make a funnel. Cut a bit off each side so it would fit and made a funnel so now the seed falls where I want them to. To hold it on I used...ready?? Duck tape!! I planted over 1/2 acre and no sign of it coming loose. Works so well I'll probably try to glue it in.
I also used a earthway planter adapted to cat 0 on a CC106 to plant greenbeans. I plugged every other hole to get population where I want it. Have a nice stand of beans growing.. Might try to get a bean plate for the Cole, but they are $36 each and I had no time this year.
I have a Allis Chalmer one row, cat. 1 planter for sale. Has been adapted to use JD plates. Double disc openers. Belonged to my son-in-law Dad who past away. Looks to be in very good condition. I have a few plates that would fit it too. Enuf on that, don't want anybody to get mad at me...Later..Greg
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Hard to believe it is July already...Happy 4th of July everyone..
The Cole planter did a really nice job on sweet corn. And for pumpkins the spacing is great, about 60" just like it was suppose to do. Only it dropped about 2 to 5 seeds per drop! Had some thinning to do. But sure beats planting by hand.
2nd attempt at beets was a flop again. Only found about 8 plants in a 30' by 30' area. Bummer...plenty of weeds tho..lol.. Gonna try again in a few days. I must be doing something wrong, just not sure what it is.
Other crops are looking good. Got all my sweet corn and Indian corn sidedress with cub. Also sidedressed pumpkins, sweet tators, peppers, and regular tators. Sure is easy with the cub.
Planted my second planting of pumpkins today along with 20 more rows of sweet corn that are around 100 ft long. Now to plow up some more ground getting ready for fall crop plantings...Later...Greg....Ps..Allis planter is sold.
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Did I read correctly that you planted sweet corn? Ain't it too late? Just wunderin'
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DanR , you did indeed read correctly. This is as late as I plant sweet corn. Last year it did real well, even with 90+ temps and very little rain the entire time..My late garden areas are very wet ground. In a normal year I can't plow until about June 10. In fact, my wettest area is still too wet!!!..Greg
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Hi, guys!--- its been a bummer this season for gardening in this area !---Did come out with some nice big sweet onions that are very good! ---the tater beetles finally got the the tater plants,---I couldnt find anything to kill,--or even slow them down, so then the drought finished the plants off!--dug a few of the early row, and not much production so doubt that the fall planted crop will amount to anything either but planted them last week!---have cuces about the 6th leaf stage,--hoping they will make a fall crop!---turnips just emerging from the ground and look good so far, maters are very poor this year too,--might be a few decent cabbage heads getting close to harvest stage!--had 1 mini-head that we ate,--very good!--It weighed 2 pounds, and very mild and tender!--never grew them before, but they are a real short season kind!
Sweet corn is starting to set ears, and look fair!---have several different kinds and maturing dates so I might have enough for our own use this year if it is high quality corn like we normally grow.
the bean crop is not looking great, but fair,--about to start blooming at this time!
have a fair yield of round zuchs., and they too are very tender!--have the billiard mix,--light green, dark green, and yellow ones!--first year for testing them too!
Thats about it for my report for now!---How are you guys doing with your gardens?---( I have been too busey to post much this season but do have a few pics that Virginia took, just have to get them loaded to PB so I can post them) thanks; sonny
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Well, the harvest of the first planting of sweet corn is just about to wrap up here. It was disappointing as we just got about 200 dozen. I was hoping to get about 500.
The second acre is coming in and should be ready in 3-4 weeks. I cultivated this acre more and fertilized twice instead of once. It should be a lot better than the first acre.
The pumpkins are doing ok and are starting to put on pumpkins. I know the bees are having a hayday on the blossoms.
We got 12 quarts of green beans from the home garden and have gotten about 20 cucumbers from 3 plants. I am thinking about trying my hand in pickles.
We have about 10 watermelons on the vine and they are growing like crazy. Tomatoes are just starting to get yellow.
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Not going well for my plots, but learning alot. The squash bug has gotten the squash, pumpkins and cucumber. I'm learning about the good guys and bad guys. Need to plan for an good bug island in the plots. The heat is working on the tomaterz, cowpeas and carrots. Well is half paid for and got the permit....it goes in the 5th of August for the house and irrigation for the three plots.The pole spring beans didn't do anything. The pole limas are doing fine which I can not understand because all I have none to them is plant and strung the string. The Yellow K199 corn is coming on and is awesome eating. Orka is starting to come on strong too. We have canned 12 quarts of beets and 6 quarts of bread and butter pickles. Frozen about 5-6 quarts of cowpeas. Hopefully can can some tomatoes in the next couple of weeks.
The soil test has came back from the county extention and I'm ready to give a fall garden a try and planning on building 3 or 4 cold frames for some winter time greens.
Bottom line is I'm learning and enjoying myself...........Life is Good!
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It pays to keep an eye on your veggies!! Was checking my last planting of sweet corn 2 weeks ago. Coming up real nice. Then I noticed one wilting, upon closer inspection, many were wilting.. Rats...cut worms..according to all the preventive measures I took, they weren't suppose to be there. That area was bare dirt for over 1 month. Nothing the the moths to lay eggs into. Even worked it lightly to keep weeds at bay. But they nailed about 1/2 my stand before a little "warrior" won the battle. I guess I should be happy with what I have.
My gardening associates and I have been selling lots of veggies to the CSA. Got the last of my pumpkins planted. Rigged up an old rotary hoe to a 3 pt hitch. (was a pull type) Figuring out the correct way to use a Jang planter..Most of the problem was the operator. ...Down to only 3/4 of an acre to plant for a fall garden..Hoping to put in cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, sugar snap peas, turnips, radishes, and spinach. Could use some rain and cooler temps. later...Greg
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Cortlandt Manor, NY - (April 25, 2012) – You are what you eat is an old truism, but it's taken on a new life at Hudson Valley Hospital Center, where an organic garden was dedicated today to nurture a new approach to cancer care.
Hudson Valley Hospital Center has teamed up with Breastcancer.org, a global non-profit organization, to promote a health campaign called "Think Pink, Live Green." The brain child of Breastcancer.org president and founder Dr. Marisa C. Weiss, "Think Pink, Live Green" stresses the importance of lifestyle changes, including healthier eating, as a way to help prevent breast cancer and improve the health of those already diagnosed with the disease.
"Dr. Weiss' ideas were very much in tune with our philosophy of treating the whole patient at our new Comprehensive Cancer Center,'' said John C. Federspiel, President of Hudson Valley Hospital Center. "By creating an organic garden we hope to nurture this philosophy, and what better partner to have in this endeavor than Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, a leader in the organic, farm to table movement."
With direction from Stone Barns, the Hospital has built and designed an organic garden of herbs and vegetables that will be used to educate and nourish cancer patients as well as serve as a place of relaxation and contemplation for cancer patients and their families. Produce from the garden will be used in nutrition education/cooking classes with cancer patients. Whatever is not used by the Hospital will be donated to a local food pantry.
"As an educational nonprofit, Stone Barns Center is pleased to be a part of this project that promotes healthy eating and holistic thinking,'' said Jill Isenbarger, Executive Director of Stone Barns Center. "Our hope is that it provides another avenue to discuss the importance of locally grown, organic food while also being a source of enjoyment for the hospital and its patients.
Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture is a non-profit farm and education center located in Pocantico Hills, New York. Stone Barns operates an 80-acre four-season farm and is working on broader initiatives to create a healthy and sustainable food system. Through its Growing Farmers Initiative, children's education programs, and diverse public awareness programs, the Center aims to improve the way America eats and farms.
The Hospital unveiled its garden on April 25 with a visit from Dr. Weiss, a renowned breast cancer oncologist, who spoke about her "Think Pink, Live Green" program. Through Breastcancer.org and numerous public appearances, Dr. Weiss shares her message with audiences around the country. Everything is on the table: what we eat, drink, breathe, take, and use from the kitchen, pantry, cleaning shelf, and medicine chest; how we handle stress, sleep at night, make reproductive choices, treat ourselves, and interact with others. All these factors affect the inside environment within our bodies and may increase our risk of developing breast cancer.
Breastcancer.org is the world's leading online resource for breast health and breast cancer information and support— reaching 28 million people globally over the past 11 years.
"Contrary to popular opinion, most breast cancers aren't inherited," said Dr. Weiss. "Only 10 percent of breast cancers are caused by your genes. This means there's a lot you can do to lower your risk of developing breast cancer. The healthy lifestyle changes you make today can reduce your risk tomorrow."
As a renowned leader in the field of breast cancer and author of four critically acclaimed books on breast cancer, Dr. Weiss is frequently called on by both print and broadcast media and has been a repeat guest on ABC's Good Morning America, NBC's TODAY, CNN's medical features, and The Dr. Oz Show.
The "Seeds for Health" Garden at Hudson Valley Hospital Center is a community project with local volunteers helping to plant and care for the garden under the direction of Stone Barns gardener Laura Perkins, a Peekskill resident. Myra Marsocci, owner of Shades of Green garden design and a member of the Peekskill Garden Club, assisted with the garden's design. The Hospital's engineering department built the 24X36 garden. Funds to purchase materials for the garden were donated by Kohl's Department store as part of its Associates in Action National Go Green Event and Lumber was donated Dain's and Sons Lumber. Students from Peekskill Middle School are growing vegetable starts for the garden. Volunteers from Eisai Oncology helped to ready the garden for planting.
"The Hospital is very interested in spreading this important health message, and the best way to do that is to invest the community in this project and the philosophy it represents,'' said Federspiel.
Hudson Valley Hospital Center is dedicated to serving the health care needs of the community and to providing quality, comprehensive medical care in a compassionate, professional, respectful manner, without regard to race, religion, national origin or disease category. Offering state-of-the-art diagnostic treatment, education and preventive services, the Hospital is committed to improving the quality of life in the community. In fulfilling this mission, the Hospital will strive to continuously improve the care provided and develop and offer programs, facilities, systems and alliances that most effectively respond to community health care needs. Hudson Valley Hospital Center is located on Route 202 (1980 Crompond Road) in Cortlandt Manor, New York. Call 914-737-9000 or visit www.hvhc.org


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Falcons bring back CB Franks, waive WR Toone
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Reviews by tubeyes:
4/5 rDev +0.8%
02-02-2013 03:19:10 | More by tubeyes
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North Carolina
4.01/5 rDev +1%
Pours jet black with a creamy one finger beige head that left a broken sheet of lace as it settled very slowly.Aromas are a mix of plum and raisin along with chocolate and some nuttiness.Flavors are roasted with alot of fruity tones,the raisin flavors are really magnified with a hint of char in the finish,the alcohol comes into play more as it warms.This is one of the fruitier impy stouts I have come across,it's not a big roasted dry earthy bomb,a nice change of pace for an American version of the style in my opinion.
06-05-2013 21:12:11 | More by oberon
New York
4.25/5 rDev +7.1%
07-18-2014 00:35:22 | More by MadScientist
4.43/5 rDev +11.6%
I've been waiting a few weeks to try this one. Took it out of the fridge probably thirty minutes prior to opening, poured into a NB snifter.
Opens with a Champagne-like pop to find an opaque, nearly black beer with a huge, frothy, brown head that won't quit, and leaves some nice lacing.
The aroma has a yeasty vibe but doesn't have any typical yeasty notes. It opens up with wood smoke, coffee, spruce, and maybe some dark, wild berry fruit.
The taste has nice roasty, smoky coffee/cigar box, and chocolaty notes that integrate nicely and linger well into the aftertaste. Rich with a very dry finish that could be packing some hop bitterness, and the creamy body beckons you to drink more. Ample carbonation, kind of belchy, but not distracting. The alcohol is sneaky, as it's not very noticeable in any aspect. This falls under the Imperial Belgian Stout category for me, with an American twist, as I would expect
Holds it own quite well, could probably use a fat sirloin steak and potatoes to really treat you right. Sign me up as a fan.
03-25-2010 03:59:47 | More by brownbeer
3.75/5 rDev -5.5%
07-10-2014 16:20:44 | More by joemetric
4/5 rDev +0.8%
Review from BeerAdvocate Magazine Issue #41 (Jun 2010):
Very heady, dark and inviting. Ripe plum and faint phenols show the Belgian yeast off in the nose, even through the dark malt aromas. Insanely smooth and creamy, lush, full body. A bit of clean alcohol, tart plum, burnt sugar, taffy, grilled bread and a faint herbal hop are the more forward flavors in this complex brew. On the sweeter side, but there is a whole lot of char activity to keep things exciting from sip to sip. Too drinkable for the strength; an amazing beer.
01-11-2011 02:49:46 | More by BeerAdvocate
4/5 rDev +0.8%
08-08-2014 00:59:55 | More by sabitu
South Dakota
4.5/5 rDev +13.4%
01-20-2014 00:46:10 | More by SD-Alefan
4/5 rDev +0.8%
03-19-2014 23:42:07 | More by DaftPatrick
3.95/5 rDev -0.5%
Best by 10/19/11
A - Pours pitch black with two and a half fingers of creamy tan head. Still one finger of head more than five minutes after pouring. Outstanding retention. Also leaves some nice lacing.
S - Dark chocolate, lots of roasted malt, and a bit of char. Also quite a prominent fruit presence (fig, raisin and a faint tartness) and a bit of anise. Has many of the aroma components found in other stouts, but I have never smelled anything quite like this, which is mostly a compliment. Maybe a bit too much char.
T - Similar to smell, though there is more of a sweet milk chocolate component to the taste than the smell. Every sip finishes very roasty with a touch of char.
M - Very nice smooth, creamy medium/full mouthfeel. Definitely not heavy, but substantial.
O - A very nice stout. I wasn't sure how much I would enjoy this based on the smell, which had nice components, but seemed slightly off somehow. But the taste came together well, and having a bit of sweet chocolate, which I am normally not a big fan of, helped to counteract the heavy roasted character. I would have this again, but wouldn't stock up on it.
10-27-2011 22:38:30 | More by warnerry
3.48/5 rDev -12.3%
750ml bottle, batch 2010-1 best by 01/13. Pours a dark brown-black with a huge creamy tan head that retains well and laces the glass.
The aroma is roasted chocolate, dark fruits, some smoke, some wood and some sherry like alcohol with a bit of a cardboardy finish.
The flavor is roasted chocolate, sweet sugary dark fruits, and vinous alcohol, with a cardboardy bitter finish. The mouthfeel is medium bodied with smooth carbonation.
Overall, an interesting beer with lots going on. I didn't really care for the blend of everything though and there were some off notes.
04-10-2010 06:58:19 | More by Beaver13
4.43/5 rDev +11.6%
A: like every other imperial stout
S: smells awesome, just sweet enough
T: Smokey and sweet at the same time, very good blend of the two
M: Very smooth
O: I had this in KC at Pierpont in Union Station. I had to order a second bottle, even after some other solid options. Very good
05-30-2014 02:26:32 | More by barhoc11
4/5 rDev +0.8%
05-22-2013 03:16:46 | More by SmellsofMahagony
Rhode Island
3.8/5 rDev -4.3%
08-16-2014 23:40:09 | More by Doomcifer
4.5/5 rDev +13.4%
12-27-2013 23:11:12 | More by Uriah
New Hampshire
4/5 rDev +0.8%
06-15-2014 02:41:39 | More by JakerLou
New York
4.05/5 rDev +2%
12 ounce bottle, "Best By 10/19/11"
Pours near black, under a dense dark tan/mocha head, that stays at the 3/4 inch level forever, slooowly dropping to a thicker film, low sheeting and quality looking lacing on the glass.
Chocolate, dark caramel, ripe fruits in the nose.
Velvety on the tongue, loaded with more chocolate, earthy/herbal hops, nutty dark malts. Moderate fruity alcohol bite well hidden in the rear. Complex and flavorful stout. More high quality brew from Boulevard.
06-17-2011 02:57:11 | More by Billolick
3.5/5 rDev -11.8%
04-16-2012 23:44:45 | More by mctizzz
2.68/5 rDev -32.5%
Appearance: black in color with 1/3 inch head, opaque, medium-high carbonation
Smell: roasted malt and Bosco
Taste: creamy start, burnt malt and dark coffee middle with black licorice, dark fruit, and small alcohol burn at the end
Mouthfeel: medium bodied, medium carbonation, bitter with slight sweetness
Overall: This one was a bit of a disappointment. It is my least favorite from Boulevard and probably the only one I would not buy again. This is not a bad beer, but not on the same level as the others in the Smokestack series. I do not think the flavors jump as much here as some of their other beers. Those who like stouts, this is worth a try, but is not my cup of tea.
02-01-2012 13:28:03 | More by tigg924
3/5 rDev -24.4%
08-09-2013 13:00:31 | More by stlkerry
4.3/5 rDev +8.3%
Pours dark brown to black with a large tan head. The aroma is coffee, chocolate and roasted malt. The flavor is coffee, chocolate, roasted malt and dark fruit. There is some bitterness either from the hops or the malt. Creamy, soft thick mouthfeel and low to medium carbonation.
03-18-2010 05:14:07 | More by Mora2000
4/5 rDev +0.8%
08-09-2014 02:41:05 | More by Meyers1023
3.45/5 rDev -13.1%
A: Poured a good deep black with a 1 finger dense head that was slow to dissappate.
S: A roasted smell with a hint of chocolate, overall very faint because of the dense foam
T: Wow,first taste burnt chocolate, very carbonated, flavors are strong on the tip of the tongue. Has a sharp bitter bite that fades over time but is very present upon every sip. The toasted barley really comes forward along with a hint of smokeness.
M: It starts out strong on the tip of the tongue, bypasses the middle and hits the back with strong dark beer taste. A lingering burnt taste in the mouth does not let you forget that you are drinking a dark beer.
0: Started at 38 degrees finished at 55. Definitely a more refined taste/finish on the warmer side. Would drink again. Also would love to try this on Nitro!
05-07-2011 03:18:01 | More by BigE90
4/5 rDev +0.8%
04-21-2012 15:09:02 | More by 1Adam12
4.18/5 rDev +5.3%
Serving glass: Poured from bottle into Snifter. Enjoy by 4/27/13.
Appearance: Near black with very thick tan head that leaves lot of bubbly lacing.
Smell: Musty, dank and fruity with plum, molasses, spicy hops, chocolate and a touch of banana. Not too much roasted character in the aroma.
Taste: Not as Belgian as the aroma, although there is still a decent amount of plum. Fairly strong roasted characteristics of bittersweet chocolate and chocolate. Nice spicy hops on the finish, along with a long roasted bitterness.
Feel: Moderately high carbonation, medium to full body, very dry finish. Feels more effervescent than smooth and creamy (although it is that as well), belaying the Belgian yeast.
Overall: I am really a fan of Belgian Imperial Stouts (need that added as a style), and I seem to enjoy them more than most since I always have big positive rDevs on these. Loads of flavor, but not quite as heavy as a standard RIS.
08-10-2011 00:11:08 | More by bsp77
Dark Truth Stout from Boulevard Brewing Co.
89 out of 100 based on 1,785 ratings.


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Many of us will travel Friday night to cheer on the local high school team. It's a reoccurring ritual – one that's been passed down over the generations -- where young men and women carry the pride, hope and dreams of a school and a community.
It's been that way for more than a century. High school stars became hometown heroes, helping to shape a town's character, reputation and identity. But is that long relationship headed toward a slow death?
There are worrisome signs. Some say the demise is inevitable.
The reasons are numerous. The cost of funding athletic programs is climbing at the same time schools are being forced to fire teachers. Crowds at sporting events are dwindling. Lawsuits stemming from concussions sustained on athletic fields are a growing concern.
Now comes a damaging article in The Atlantic, a magazine that's developed a reputation for writing about important societal issues. It attempts to make the case that the emphasis on high school sports is, in part, responsible for America's international mediocrity in educating students. Sports, not learning, have become the central mission of American high school, author Amanda Ripley observes.
Andreas Schleicher, a German educator cited by The Atlantic, said the most engaging environment students can be offered is one of cognitive challenge combined with individualized support. "If you offer boring and poor math instruction and try to compensate that with interesting sports activities, you may get students interested in sports but I doubt it will do much good to their engagement with school," he said.
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