What are some tips for your first soccer game?

Answer:
Leave all your expectations behind. Step onto the pitch (and into the game) leaving all notions outside the touch lines except those regarding a respect for others (your teammates, the opponents and the officials), a willingness to do your best, and an attitude of learning all you can learn about the game and where you fit.

Pace yourself. Look for ways to be where you should be to support teammates or to mark opponents or cut off passing lanes they might use. Be unselfish with those on your side, and communicate with them during play. Follow the advice or direction of your coach as best you can, and perform as well as your skill and ability will allow you to. Play with your heart as well as your head. And give thanks to parents, family and all those who have allowed you to be where you are and do what you do. And above all, embrace the game and enjoy it.

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