Samba Soccer Schedule - 2012
The Samba Soccer schedule can be found in the Articles seciton or by clicking this link. The first games will take place on January 15th at the Celtics indoor factility. |
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Indoor Practice Schedule
Indoor Practice Schedules: Winter 2011/2012
- U8 Green: Mon/Wed 5:00-6:00 pm
- U8 White: Mon/Wed 5:00-6:00 pm
- U9 Green: Tues/Thurs 5:00-6:00 pm
- U9 White: Mon/Wed 6:00-7:00 pm
- U10 Green: Tues/Thurs 5:00-6:00 pm
- U10 White: Mon/Wed 6:00-7:00 pm
- U11: Tues/Thurs 6:00-7:00 pm
- U12: Tues/Thurs 7:00-8:00 pm
- U13: Friday 5:30-7:30 pm
- U14: Mon/Wed 7:00-8:30 pm
- U15: Tues/Thurs 8:00-9:30 pm
- U17: Mon/Wed 8:30-10:00 pm Mon./Wed.
Mon/Wed Practice Dates:
- Dec. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21
- Jan. 4, 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
- Feb. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
- Mar. 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21, 26, 28
Tue/Thu Practice Dates:
- Dec. 6, 8, 13, 15, 20
- Jan. 3, 5, 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31
- Feb. 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28
- Mar. 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29
Friday Practice Dates:
- Dec. 9, 16
- Jan. 6, 13, 20, 27
- Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24
- Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
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Celtics Alumnus Advances in Soccer
This article is from the Toledo Blade and written by Donald Emmons, Blade Sports Writer
Yadi Aliakbar graduated from St. Francis de Sales in 2009 and didn't travel far to continue his education and athletic career. He enrolled at Owens Community College. Two years later, the former Knights and Express soccer standout took his soccer skills north and is a starting forward at Adrian College. "Going from St. Francis to Owens was an adjustment to college," Aliakbar said. "Now it's another jump from Owens to Adrian. "It's definitely a different level. It's a faster pace and stronger boys."
Adrian College coach Chris LeFevre welcomed the seasoned player into the Bulldogs program with open arms. The 5-foot-9-inch, 154- pound junior brings a level of skill and intensity the Bulldogs could use as they come off a 9-9-2 season in 2010, the program's most successful season since 1983. "We actually knew about him when he came out of high school two years ago, but he decided to go to Owens," said LeFevre, who is in his third season as the Bulldogs coach. "He's a very talented player and technically he's been sound. He's definitely an attack player, so we're trying to help him up the field. He's kind of the maestro."
Aliakbar was in the starting lineup for the Bulldogs during their first five games of the season. He has had no goals or assists during Adrian's 1-3-1 start. His transition from Owens, where he recorded three goals and four assists last season, has meant learning a new system, playing with new teammates and adjusting to the four-year program's higher level of play. Yet LeFevre said Aliakbar's impact can't be calculated by individual statistics. "We're five games into the season and he's starting to find his way and rhythm," LeFevre said. "He's going to find his way sooner than some players."
Aliakbar, a Perrysburg resident, arrived on the Adrian College campus this fall confident he could contribute to the Bulldogs' program. He believed his soccer experiences would help him adjust to playing at Adrian, which is approximately 45 minutes northwest of Toledo. "The transition was very smooth and the team was accepting," Aliakbar said. "In terms of style of play, it's a possession style and we look to hold on to the ball and pass the ball quickly. Fortunately, I fit into the game they play here."
Aliakbar has been around the game of soccer almost since birth. He played for his father, Lee, who is the coach at St. Francis and is the Toledo Celtics Soccer Club chief executive officer and director. He had also played for Adrian assistant coach Kirk Brazeau, who has been a Celtics coach. Aliakbar was a Celtics coach while attending Owens. LeFevre said growing up in an environment where the game |
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Indiana Invaders Tournament
The U10 Green team won the Indiana Invaders Fall Classic tournament in South Bend, Indiana recently. The team won all of their games convincingly and brought home their second championship from the last two tournaments that have entered.
Other Celtics teams participating in Indiana also tasted success with the U11 and U12 teams both being defeated in the Finals of their respective age groups.
Congratulations to all of the participants and parents.
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Coach Yousef
Coach Yousef recently ended his college soccer career at College of Wooster, OH. You can read 2 articles about Yousef in our Alumni page ans see 3 photos in the Photos section.
Yousef is now part of Teach for America and is also doing his Master in Education (mathematics) at Arizona State University in Phoenix, AZ. |
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U14 ODP Players
After months of training and multiple selection processes, 9 players from the Celtics U14 team were selected to represent Ohio North at the Region 2 Regional Camp in Overland Park Kansas this summer. Being chosen to represent your state is a fine achievement.
Whilst in Kansas, players from 14 state teams were competing to represent Region 2 for the upcoming season. All of the Celtics players performed well and 4 players from the team were selected to the extended regional pool and are eligable to represent Region 2 against the other three Regional teams. Players representing their Region have the opportunity to be picked to represent the USA.
The nine Celtics players playing for Ohio, pictured here in their Ohio North uniforms, were, on the Back row: Logan, Garrett, Zak, Colin, and Thomas. Front row, Ryan, Austin, Max, and Johnny. The four players picked for the Region 2 extended pool were: Logan, Zak, Colin & Ryan. Their skill, hard work and determination paid off for all of the players. Congratulations to all !!
The Fall sees the start of a new season selection process by Ohio North. You can sign up for ODP starting in mid August by clicking here. |
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Cleats Donation
Thank you to all of the Toeldo Celtics players and parents that donated used cleats to children and teams in Mexico. You can see a photo of one of the teams by clicking here. The teams were very grateful and sends their many thanks to Toledo Celtics. |
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ODP State Team Players Named
Seven players from the Celtics U13 Boys team have been chosen to represent Ohio North at the US Youth Soccer regional camp in July. The boys attended Fall outdoor trainng sessions in Perrysburg and were then selected to attend Winter indoor sessions in Cleveland. When they attend the regional camp in July they will be competing with players from 14 state soccer associations for places in age based Regional squads.
The players selected are: Colin, Garrett, Johnny, Logan, Max, Thomas, Zak M.
You can read more about the ODP program here: ODP News
Congratulations to all of the boys and good luck at Regional camp in July !!! |
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Tell Me Moore: an ex-Celtics Players' Buckeye Blog
Former Celtics player, Joe Moore, recently ended his college soccer career as a senior at Ohio State. His mother, Mary Pat, sent the following email and a link to Joe's blog which is well worth a read.
"Hi Coach Lee,
I thought you'd enjoy reading Joe's speech which he gave at the OSU Men's Soccer banquet last Sat. evening. You've played a major role over the years with Joe & Jon helping them become the young men and soccer players that a DI school like OSU would invite on their team. We want you to know that we truly appreciate you & thank you! " Tom & Mary Pat
Joe's blog can be read here. Tell Me Moore: Joe Moore's Buckeye Men's Soccer Blog |
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Indoor Facility location
The new indoor facility can be found at the following location.
You can click on the address to see a larger map. 3835 Airport Hwy, Toledo, OH |
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Skills Videos
If you go to the 4-Kidz page of this site you will see that there are several links to video clips of famous player moves. Why don't you take a look and get practicing, then show your team mates what you can do at your next training session !!! |
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Help underprivileged kids play soccer
If you have any used (but in good condition) soccer shoes - outdoor or indoor - that you no longer want why not donate them to a good cause instead of keeping them in your closet or basement?
You can help kids in underprivileged countries play soccer by dropping them off at the Celtics office or giving them to Coach Lee at practice.
Thanks !! |
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Articles Wanted !!
Do you see yourself as a budding author? Do you fancy having your writing skills available online for your friends and family to read? Well now is your chance!! Write your soccer related article or story about you or your teams' experiences, tournaments, games, trips or even a work of fiction, and send it to us at the web site and we will review it. If we like it then we will put it on this web site !!! You can email it to Coach Lee at toledoceltics@toledoceltics.com or to the web site admin. Happy writing :-) |
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Uniforms for Sale !!
The Toledo Slayers uniforms are now available for purchase.
These uniforms are top quality custom designed with embroidered logos and badges. The cost is $50 for a jersey and shorts and come in white or blue.
Call the office or speak to your coach or manager if you would like one. |