Tips for the every day:

• DRINK - Drink plenty of water at night and all throughout the day.
• SLEEP - Get to bed EARLY. If you are not sleeping properly, this will be a difficult week.
• EAT - Eat SOMETHING before the morning session - NOT too heavy or greasy: bagel, toast, power bars, fruit Stays away from dairy products or anything fried. Do NOT eat a heavy meal before the evening session. Try to eat 2 to 3 hours before the evening practice.
• DRINK - Can't say this enough - throughout the day - water, juice, sports drink. Stay away from too much caffiene.
• PREPARE - in order to be prepared to start practices, you should plan on being at the field at least 15 minutes early

Reminders of what to bring:

• Water bottles or thermos WITH water and/or sports drink. Extra water will be available, but we will NOT supply cups.
• Running shoes. We prefer to warm up in running shoes or cross trainers to prevent shin splints.
• Indoor shoes. Appropriate footwear in case we have to move practice indoors.
• Soccer cleats or turf shoes. 2 pair works best - 1 for morning and 1 for evening to allow the shoes to dry out properly.
• Shin guards with the appropriate soccer sock that covers the entire shin guard. Bring extra socks in case of rain. Appropriate, and comfortable, shorts.
• White or Grey T-shirt (no colored T-shirts) - NO tank tops.