Yesterday, as everyday here, was incredible. We has a classroom presentation on "Fitness" and "Tactical Play." Both separate ideas. Both amazing. We didn't have time to step out unto the field because we had something more to important, like observe the FIRST TEAM'S PRACTICE SESSION. Yes, it is true, we were privileged enough to have a private viewing of Messi, Xavi, Valdez, Puyol, Henry .... we stood side by side with players and spoke to them in passing, "Hola!" It was absolutely amazing. We understand, FC Barcelona does that for no one. Paul Walker (President of Penya CA) has opened up doors which were sealed shut. Julio Carlos (Ex-Player on Spain's National Team) "Hooked it up!" and got us in. We watched their practice session from the moment they stepped unto the field to the moment they stepped off. An amazing experience, I cannot fully express in words. Their preparation is for their match against Real Madrid on Saturday, December 13th, their Super Bowl here in Spain.
That was truly the highlight of my Coaching career so far. As Paul Walker would say, "Sick!"
The rest of the afternoon was spent walking around the Barcelona Mega Store. You could easily lose your mind in there. Good thing I have no money! "Umph!"
This morning we train on the field to cover our "Fitness" and "Tactical" training. We're ready, but sceptical.
Coach Greg
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Hey Greg, or should I say HOLA! Just found these blogs on our website. Absolutely amazing experience you are having, and yes, we're all very jealous. Can't wait to show this to Caleb. He is going to be very excited to read...enjoy the rest of your time there.
Carrie Medina & Familia
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