ATHENSUNITEDSOCCER.ORG http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 en hourly 1 Top Players of the Georgia Athens United http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/14/top-players-of-the-georgia-athens-united/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/14/top-players-of-the-georgia-athens-united/#comments Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=12 Many people affiliate themselves with soccer very much. It’s the player’s passion and the skill involved in it that gives many the adrenaline rush that moves them to the edge of their seats.

The history of Georgia Athens united goes all the way back to 1986 through a unique merge of two conflicting organization; the applejacks and Athens international to form one of the best soccer teams in Athens. With time, Georgia Athens united has been developing soccer programs meant for young boys and girls under 12years and a special program for young players under 16 and 19 years.

These programs mainly give the players an opportunity to learn the game, cultivate talents and most importantly to have fun while at it. The soccer practice sessions and tournaments provide many families with a good time to bond with their children and help in nurturing their talents.

Athens united team is comprised of young, talented enthusiastic players and as such they have only the best coaches in Georgia. The coaches are experts in the game and are geared towards performance without overworking the players. There are various teams in the Athens united differentiated mainly by age group. Each team is comprised of 11 players therefore all have a chance to play in the field.

Athens united teams have produced good renowned players of all time each year without fail. Some of the remarkable players include Kerry Curran and Judson brown. The two were awarded with an Athens united scholarship in 2002. Joel weber and Rebecca Corey were among the award winners of 2005. The culture has not changed all through as it’s only this year that Athens united two outstanding player with these special scholarships.

Why not enroll your child to this spectacular Georgia Athens united and enjoy the tournaments held every weekend. Watch your child grow into a champion in soccer only at the Georgia Athens united.

]]> http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/14/top-players-of-the-georgia-athens-united/feed/ 0 Seeing United – Athens in Person http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/12/seeing-united-athens-in-person/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/12/seeing-united-athens-in-person/#comments Thu, 12 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=11 Are you a huge Athens United fan and want to make a journey down to Georgia to take in a game? You can plan your trip online with Satellite Internet and there’s more to see in Athens than just a great soccer team!
Take in ANOTHER sport: Athens has a lot of athletic talents and their American football team (The Georgia Bulldogs) is consistently one of the best in NCAA. The University of Georgia has a great soccer team as well, so after you’re done with United take in a college matchup.
The Restaurant Scene: You’re going to get hungry watching all that soccer so head to downtown Athens to get a bite after the game. Gyro Wrap is a local favorite as is Depalmasif you’re planning on making it a late night you’ve got to head to The Grill.
Picturesque Surroundings: Just outside the playing fields for Athens United is some of the prettiest piedmont in the country. The campus is heavily forested and downtown makes for a great stroll – you’ll likely run into other United fans while you’re out, too!

]]> http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2012/01/12/seeing-united-athens-in-person/feed/ 0 The Rules of the Game of Soccer http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/21/the-rules-of-the-game-of-soccer/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/21/the-rules-of-the-game-of-soccer/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=10 The Rules of the Game of Soccer

There are 17 official rules of soccer, but these are some of the basic ones. The first is that there is a maximum of 11 players on the field, one of which must be the goalkeeper, or goalie. The minimum amount of players to constitute a team is usually seven. Use of the arms or hands to move the ball is not permitted, except by the goalie. The goalie can only do so in a specific area in front of their goal.

The players are required to wear a shirt, socks, shorts, shoes and shin guards. They are not allowed to wear jewelry or anything else that might be dangerous in the field of play. Goalies must wear clothing that distinguishes them from the other players.

A standard match is played with two 45 minute periods known as “halves”. Unlike American football, the clock keeps running even when the ball is out of play. The referees have the discretion to replace time during extenuating circumstances such as injuries or substitutions. When the ball goes out of play, it is usually put back into play via a penalty kick, a throw-in, a corner kick or a goal kick.

]]> http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/21/the-rules-of-the-game-of-soccer/feed/ 0 All Star Players on the Athens United Teams http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/19/all-star-players-on-the-athens-united-teams/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/19/all-star-players-on-the-athens-united-teams/#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=9 Some of the outstanding players on the Athens United teams were awarded Athens United Scholarships. In 2002, Kelly Curran and Judson Brown received the awards. The following year in 2003, Ali Northcut and Nathan McNure were the recipients of the awarded scholarships. Two more outstanding players were given the award in 2004, they were, David Bell and Elizabeth Ely Kelso. Two award winning players in 2005 were, Joel Weber and Rebecca Corey. The Athens United Scholarships were awarded to Evan Housley and Kerry Nemetz in 2007. There were a total of three players that received the coveted scholarship in 2008, they were, Meredith Broussard, Joel Moutalvo and Amber Hill. A group of three stellar players in 2009 were awarded with the scholarship. They were, Jordan Ledford, Ben Ortman and Clara Kienzie. Two players were recognized in 2010 for their outstanding performances, they were, Ashley Lauderdale a student at North Oconee High School and Clara Nibblelink. The scholarships were awarded earlier this year in 2011, to two outstanding players. They are, Faustine Sonon of Oconee High School and Tiffany Eberhart of Clarke Central High School. Thus far the Athens United Scholarship Foundation has awarded 18 separate scholarships to All Star Players.More info here: Scholarships awarded to 6 candidates

]]> http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/19/all-star-players-on-the-athens-united-teams/feed/ 0 Who Started the Athens United Soccer Team? http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/16/who-started-the-athens-united-soccer-team/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/16/who-started-the-athens-united-soccer-team/#comments Fri, 16 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=8 AUSA(Athens United Soccer Association) was not started by a single person or organization like any ordinary organization. AUSA was adopted by two rival organizations merging in 1986. Those rival organizations were, Applejacks and Athens International. Now the first organization to have a soccer team in Athens was Athens Parks and Recreations, however they were not affiliated with the Georgia Youth Soccer Association. Applejacks was an entirely different situation. Applejacks evolved when some older boys were to old to play but still wanted to participate. Applejacks gave the older players that chance with elevated competition. It was obvious that these two teams were average, but as one they were a dominate force. Athens United had been born, being and organization that focuses on promoting the sport of soccer all over Athens. AUSA is the only organization of its kind in the area and yet its ran by mostly volunteers and a couple paid coaches. AUSA provides programs for there players that would help them in the future. Soccer camps, development programs, and scholarship awards for boys and girls. Tiffany Eberhart attended Clarke Central High school and received the girls scholarship in 2011, she is now attending UGA. The AUSA is not just a association that you bring your kids to just to watch them learn soccer, you bring you children out to start there future.

]]> http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/16/who-started-the-athens-united-soccer-team/feed/ 0 The History of the Athens United. http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/14/the-history-of-the-athens-united/ http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/2011/09/14/the-history-of-the-athens-united/#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 +0000 admin http://www.athensunitedsoccer.org/?p=7 Athens United has been developing youth soccer talent for over 20 years. Located out of Athens, GA, this club is four tiered in nature, offering developmental programs for boys and girls U5-U12, boys and girls academy programs are available for ages U9-U12. Athens United has select programs for guys and girls from U13 ” U17 and also a college experience program at the U16 ” U19 levels.

The developmental program is geared primarily towards providing youth with a fun and laid back environment to learn the game. Academy programs are for accelerated development and intended for youths who are looking to play the game at a higher level. The select level is a continuation of the academy program and designed to challenge players and push them to compete at their highest ability level.

The Athens United program hosts two tournaments annually to showcase their talent and also help out in the community, by tying their tournament to a community charity.

Athens United has had eleven club members named to the Olympic Developmental Program in the last few years and one player named to the U14 USSF National Team Pool. Other recent program successes include eleven players from the class of 2011 signing letters of intent to play at the collegiate level.

Athens United-s European development approach and dedicated coaches makes this a club to watch at every tournament they enter.

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