What 99 teams are planning on playing in the Cowtown Tournament?

Seinfeld4 wrote:What 99 teams are planning on playing in the Cowtown Tournament?

Tyler Azzurri will be there.

Is there a link for the tourney?

http://www.fwyouthsoccer.org/cowtown.html

14 accepted teams. If I counted correctly, only two D1 Classic League teams (Azzurri which will be D2 next year and FWFC which will stay D1) and one D2 team (Triumph). The rest are from Plano or Arlington and a few other places; one Lubbock team for example.

crazyET wrote:14 accepted teams. If I counted correctly, only two D1 Classic League teams (Azzurri which will be D2 next year and FWFC which will stay D1) and one D2 team (Triumph). The rest are from Plano or Arlington and a few other places; one Lubbock team for example.

They have a conflict with the semi and finals of the State Cup as well as the Cary Invitational. Teams listed below for the Carey.

CLUB_CLASSIC 99 WHITE (HOLLINGWORTH) (Texas North)
NYSA CELTIC 99 BLACK (Oklahoma)
MANCHESTER SC 99 BLUE (Texas North)
TLSC 99 WHITE (SASTOQUE) (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 WHITE (KHASTEHDEL) (Texas North)
CD CHIVAS DALLAS 99 (JAQUEZ/CHARLES) (Texas North)
CLUB_CLASSIC 99 ORANJE (Texas North)
ATLETICO MADRID FC 99 (LOPEZ) (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 GOLD (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 SOUTH (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 BLUE (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 CENTRAL (Texas North)
FC DALLAS YOUTH 99 RED (Texas North)
UNITED 99 (Texas North)
LIVERPOOL FC 99 (Texas North)

afrankw wrote:

crazyET wrote:14 accepted teams. If I counted correctly, only two D1 Classic League teams (Azzurri which will be D2 next year and FWFC which will stay D1) and one D2 team (Triumph). The rest are from Plano or Arlington and a few other places; one Lubbock team for example.

They have a conflict with the semi and finals of the State Cup as well as the Cary Invitational. Teams listed below for the Carey.

I know but I just figured there would be more because of the cost and lack of guaranteed no. of games with the State Cup. Is FCD Gold playing in both the State Cup and Carey? I heard they were in the State Cup and then I saw their name on your list. Maybe I'm wrong.

FCD Gold is not in the state cup. State Cup teams are;

Andro Red
Andro
DT
DTS
Solar Red
Solar
Gunners
FCD (Ex-Suarez)
Barcelona
Comets

Axxman wrote:FCD Gold is not in the state cup. State Cup teams are;

Andro Red
Andro
DT
DTS
Solar Red
Solar
Gunners
FCD (Ex-Suarez)
Barcelona
Comets

What do you mean Ex Suarez?

I thought that was old news, perhaps not. FCD has rewarded Suarez for getting the team going and playing well the last few weeks of the season and making D1, by replacing him. They haven't given him the complete boot as he will be involved with other teams and extracurricular fcd activities, but there's a new cowboy in town. Perhaps during the state cup they'll let Suarez sit on the bench and reminisce.
And further to that, the 99s will be forming a superteam made up of all those stars from the other 99 fcd teams that are good enough to make it. And since that number of stars is so great, they will only take a couple of studs from the line forming outside of pizza hut park as we speak.

Axxman wrote:I thought that was old news, perhaps not. FCD has rewarded Suarez for getting the team going and playing well the last few weeks of the season and making D1, by replacing him. They haven't given him the complete boot as he will be involved with other teams and extracurricular fcd activities, but there's a new cowboy in town. Perhaps during the state cup they'll let Suarez sit on the bench and reminisce.
And further to that, the 99s will be forming a superteam made up of all those stars from the other 99 fcd teams that are good enough to make it. And since that number of stars is so great, they will only take a couple of studs from the line forming outside of pizza hut park as we speak.

My son plays for his 97 team, that is why I am curious about the 99s.
I hope this does not have a negative impact on the team, he is an extremely dedicated coach and I am sure he will be missed, I wish good luck to the 99s.

Axxman wrote:I thought that was old news, perhaps not. FCD has rewarded Suarez for getting the team going and playing well the last few weeks of the season and making D1, by replacing him. They haven't given him the complete boot as he will be involved with other teams and extracurricular fcd activities, but there's a new cowboy in town. Perhaps during the state cup they'll let Suarez sit on the bench and reminisce.
And further to that, the 99s will be forming a superteam made up of all those stars from the other 99 fcd teams that are good enough to make it. And since that number of stars is so great, they will only take a couple of studs from the line forming outside of pizza hut park as we speak.

So you are saying he got the same reward as Craft who won classic league.

BINGO, come up and claim your prize.

the suarez team is a club team. The players are part of the club and suarez is an employee of the club. Who knew, club decisions could be made at FCD and not just at the Texans. Time to get rid of the pampers, it's big boy time. Soccer is a competition, and you have to compete as an individual not just a team.

Sounds like issues to me. But I would think this doesn't phase you because you'll just go with the coach that "develops" best and is not only about competing and winning, precisely what a superteam would be about, correct?

Actually the "super" team is supposed to be about developing not just winning. I would suspect they will win a few games and probably lose some. But I know that winning is not this coaches focus. Now the competition part I love. Little Axx is more than welcome to come down and take someones spot. So you are correct, doesn't phase me. I have always been willing for bb to compete foe everything he gets. And as far as I know, there are no issues. Besides, I think it was you who said they don't have any other talent in the club. So the kids on the original team have nothing to worry about. At least until june 1 and then everyone has too.

LOL. I don't think they have the talent to form a superteam, I'm sure there are exceptions, but I doubt enough of them. And besides, a coach will pick what he perceives to be the best kid for his purposes, and if you keep switching coaches, I don't see how a long term plan can be developed. I certainly don't think kids should stay with the same coach forever, but sometime would be nice. Surely if your bb makes this team, I doubt you think switching coaches again next year and going thru the same process would not be healthy. Anyhow, I do hope it works out and you never know in this world of ours, given the Andro rumors, we may be trying out with you guys afterall.

Actually I would like bb to be exposed to a number of different coaches. They are supposed to teach the "FCD way" on this team and trying to develope future players. The coach is not picking the players, from what I gather the club is. I would be willing to put bb up for competing for a spot every season not just the year. Eventually he will have to compete for a spot every week. Well in that case, I hope andro goes under. lol. Based on what I've seen, I know little axx can take a spot. BB enjoys playing with him. I will also get a early start on dispelling the super team concept. It is a grouping of boys who have been identified and preparing them for the next level of soccer. Hopefully that group expands beyond the 16 person team limit.

Develop, develop, develop, is the mantra. Not win, win, win.

go99 wrote:Actually I would like bb to be exposed to a number of different coaches. They are supposed to teach the "FCD way" on this team and trying to develope future players. The coach is not picking the players, from what I gather the club is. I would be willing to put bb up for competing for a spot every season not just the year. Eventually he will have to compete for a spot every week. Well in that case, I hope andro goes under. lol. Based on what I've seen, I know little axx can take a spot. BB enjoys playing with him. I will also get a early start on dispelling the super team concept. It is a grouping of boys who have been identified and preparing them for the next level of soccer. Hopefully that group expands beyond the 16 person team limit.

So, are you saying they have picked a new coach and already selected 16 players for him? And, the team playing in the State Cup this weekend is not the team for next season - not the coach or potentially most of the players?

We have another winner, come on up.

Axxman wrote:We have another winner, come on up.

So...... Which club is the evil empire? Never pictured the Darklord wearing red & white hoops!

LOL. The lines are certainly getting blurred and one must consult Obi-Wan for clarification of which empire is darkest. You must choose your master carefully young padawan.

Axxman wrote:LOL. The lines are certainly getting blurred and one must consult Obi-Wan for clarification of which empire is darkest. You must choose your master carefully young padawan.

I thought he was on a first-name basis with "Darth" himself...

The Darkside is strong, but the evil empire is still clear. This next season will show if FCD has also joined the darkside. Develope players for the future or create robots to win games in the name of the club. The plan of the juniors is clear and they have maintained the discipline to develope. Can they maintain that same discipline for the younger kids or will the temptations and parents be too much.

go99 wrote:The Darkside is strong, but the evil empire is still clear. This next season will show if FCD has also joined the darkside. Develope players for the future or create robots to win games in the name of the club. The plan of the juniors is clear and they have maintained the discipline to develope. Can they maintain that same discipline for the younger kids or will the temptations and parents be too much.

winning and developement are not mutually exclusive. If a coach does not win, he will not get the better kids..period. I agree that kids need to be taught fundamentals and constantly trained. However, coaches develope kids to win now, not in some mythical future. I do not know what the percentages are of kids that go pro, but it is very very small. To add, are our coaches developing our kids for college programs? I know many parents that believe that there 11-12 year old kid is playing now for a soccer scholarship..seriously!? I would be happy if my bb got an athletic scholarship, but just as happy if not more so if he received an academic scholarship. My bb's play sports for the now, not when they are **insert age here**. The develop now win later belief is has never made sense to me at all. The only people i hear that from are from people who's teams are not doing well. Coaches develope their kids to win now, not later. That is fact, ask any coach.

Well don't ask that coach then because he would disagree you. Obviously not the place for you and fortunately there are more than enough teams that can help you win now. It is not the focus of this team and it is to develop pro players. The reality is that many will not make it and a few others may only make the college level. FCD will still attract players and may even lose a few in the process. They really only have to provide a system that produces a better player. If that occurs then they will attract the kids who are serious about their sport and not just the idea of winning. Much like the juniors program has. If not then they will be subjected to the same win at all cost rules of the past. So clearly the program is not for everyone. In this case, according to the people behind the program, you are wrong. I state again they will win some games but the focus will be soley on developing and playing good soccer. I just hope this FCD way is not like the pro teams soccer. lol. Judging by all of the S Americans involved I would guess not.

go99 wrote:The Darkside is strong, but the evil empire is still clear. This next season will show if FCD has also joined the darkside. Develope players for the future or create robots to win games in the name of the club. The plan of the juniors is clear and they have maintained the discipline to develope. Can they maintain that same discipline for the younger kids or will the temptations and parents be too much.

OK, boring day so we might as well have some fun. First, in sticking with your theme, they are droids not robots. I guess learning basic skills and tactics could be considered programming. Second, I guess that makes your players puppies - the way they chase the ball around the field with their tongues hanging out. I'll go with the droids. Any ideas how I could program him to do more around the house - perhaps I could contact the club and they'll provide the instruction manual or a download.

Not sure I get the puppies reference but ok? And your are at least correct on the droids part. If you find that manual on chores, could you send it to me? BB could really use it