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November 10, 2008

There are 2 Types of Computer Owners…

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1. Those whose hard drives have already crashed. 2. Those whose hard drives will crash.SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "There are 2 Types of Computer Owners...", url: "http://www.amandavandervort.com/blog/2008/11/there-are-2-types-of-computer-owners/" }); Click to continue reading...
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October 27, 2008

Ireland Draws with Iceland in UEFA Women’s Euro 2009 Play Offs

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The Republic of Ireland and Iceland are level in their UEFA WOMEN'S EURO 2009™ play-off following a draw in Dublin. Michele O'Brien (pictured above) used to be my Assistant Coach at New York University, and without mincing my words, Michele kicks ass. Next up: Away at Iceland. If anybody can knock in [. Click to continue reading...

Chicago vs. San Francisco - A Photo Guessing Game

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Can you guess which photo I took in California this weekend?SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Chicago vs. San Francisco - A Photo Guessing Game", url: "http://www.amandavandervort.com/blog/2008/10/chicago-vs-san-francisco-a-photo-guessing-game/" }); Click to continue reading...
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October 13, 2008

Women’s Soccer Links - A Work In Progress

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If you're looking for a list of women's soccer websites from around the world, look no further than Soccer Science! SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Women's Soccer Links - A Work In Progress", url: "http://www.amandavandervort.com/blog/2008/10/womens-soccer-links-a-work-in-progress/" }); Click to continue reading...
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October 2, 2008

This Blog Thing Is Infectious

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I'm so excited to go to San Francisco this weekend! Barbeque, poker, hot-tub... what could be better? Proof that your blog can be whatever you want to make it. Let's get blogging Pat - Wordpress all the way :-) SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "This Blog Thing Is Infectious", url: "http://www.amandavandervort. Click to continue reading...
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Follow along live to see if someone from your hometown is selected!

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Follow the WPS General Draft Online And On Fox Soccer Channel on Monday Oct 6th. SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Follow along live to see if someone from your hometown is selected!", url: "http://www.amandavandervort.com/blog/2008/10/follow-along-live-to-see-if-someone-from-your-hometown-is-selected/" }); Click to continue reading...
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August 22, 2008

Chicago Fire’s Section 8 Helps Form Red Stars Supporters Group

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Section 8 faithful Tom Dumore shows his support for the Red Stars. The guys and gals in the Chicago Fire Supporter's organization, Section 8, have taken a HUGE initiative here in Chicago: Part in parcel with the enthusiasm from the woman's team performance and in recognition of the upcoming inaugural season of Woman's Professional Soccer (WPS) and [. Click to continue reading...

August 18, 2008

Olympic Women's Soccer Semifinal - Brazil Levels Germany 4-1: Formiga Ends Angerer's Unprecedented Record in the Goal

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Wow. All I can say is Wow. (Click here for FIFA match summary.) As Canarihnas just played the game of their lives against Germany (Check out Amanda Vandervort's article on them here). After a rocky start, in which Germany looked on path to beat Brazil at her own game in a repeat of the 2007 World Cup Final, Brazil came back from one down with a brilliant strike from Formiga (pictured here) and Click to continue reading...

July 31, 2008

Chicago Red Stars (Women’s Pro Soccer) Staff Gearing Up For the Olympics

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One of our summer interns, Adrienne, drove home to New Mexico on Tuesday morning to finish her Master's Degree in Sports Medicine. We had a going away dinner on Monday night to thank her for all her hard work. We're really going to miss both her spirit and her work ethic here in [...]SHARETHIS.addEntry({ title: "Chicago Red Stars (Women's Pro Soccer) Staff Gearing Up For the Olympics", url: "http://www. Click to continue reading...

July 28, 2008

Review of the NSCAA Board of Directors Meeting in Philly this Weekend

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I arrived in Philadelphia on Thursday excited to represent the Women's Committee at the NSCAA Board of Director's meeting. When I got there, I was cordially welcomed by Al Albert, the NSCAA President. He asked me if I'd be willing to accept a position on the BOD as the Women's Professional Soccer representative. Click to continue reading...

June 11, 2008

Ten Reasons Why I’m In Love With Orlando Engelaar

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At six foot five, the 28-year-old FC Twente captain is a towering and commanding presence in midfield and also one of the tallest players in the Eredivisie. Orlando Engelaar made his international debut for the Netherlands in a friendly against South Korea on June 2, 2007 and his only appearance in the Euro 2008 [. Click to continue reading...

May 1, 2008

Interview with Mikey Collins: What Everybody Ought To Know About Gay Soccer In England

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Recently I had the opportunity to ask Mikey Collins, IGLFA Secretary, some questions about his position with IGLFA and his experiences as a member of the gay soccer community. Click to continue reading...

April 30, 2008

Letting Assistants Lead - Head Coaches Who Delegate Responsibility Build Trust And Confidence

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Do coaches lead more than just our players? We often speak of our players as leaders, or our ability as coaches to lead our team -- but what about or ability as coaches to lead one another? How important is leadership within a coaching staff, and what does the leadership that your staff exhibits ultimately mean for the players on your team? Click to continue reading...

April 29, 2008

Top 5 Reasons To Attend A Gay Soccer Team Fundraiser

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I've been proud to coach for and play with gay men's soccer teams since the spring of 2005, and have traveled the globe with my guys - from Chicago to Copenhagen, and Atlanta to Argentina. This weekend, I attended the San Francisco Spikes first fundraiser of 2008. They were raising money for team dues, travel expenses, scholarships and fees. Click to continue reading...