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I'm sure I'll find it but broadband speeds in this part of Wales aren't exactly fast. I often watch Saints online but it buffers regularly - bad enough when watching football but horrendous for tennis.
 
Just been listening to Will Smith interviewed on Front Row on R4, talking about his latest film, Concussion, based on true events. Smith plays Nigerian-born pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu, who investigates the high number of deaths in American Football from head injuries. Apparently as many as 1 in 3 pro footballers are carrying some degree of ongoing brain damage. Also true to a lesser degree in other contact sports like Aussie Rules, both rugby codes, and association football. Makes you think...
 
Onionman Jr is looking to move football club. He's 14 and very capable indeed, playing Tyro League One level.

We need somewhere with an excellent coach (one who coaches). Southampton area.

Any suggestions?

Vin
 
Onionman said:
Onionman Jr is looking to move football club. He's 14 and very capable indeed, playing Tyro League One level.

We need somewhere with an excellent coach (one who coaches). Southampton area.

Any suggestions?

Vin
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Don't go to any Bitterne Boy team. I use to coach there and the guy is annoying. Eastleigh (not Eastleigh Imperials) had great coaches (ex soton fc youth coaches) a few years back, haven't a clue if they still do it.
 
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ChilcoSaint said:
Just been listening to Will Smith interviewed on Front Row on R4, talking about his latest film, Concussion, based on true events. Smith plays Nigerian-born pathologist Dr. Bennet Omalu, who investigates the high number of deaths in American Football from head injuries. Apparently as many as 1 in 3 pro footballers are carrying some degree of ongoing brain damage. Also true to a lesser degree in other contact sports like Aussie Rules, both rugby codes, and association football. Makes you think...
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I often wonder if these injuries are connected with their helmets...players are encouraged to take risks because they are virtually encased in armour.
 
fran-MLs little camera said:
I often wonder if these injuries are connected with their helmets...players are encouraged to take risks because they are virtually encased in armour.
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Exactly that. The impact level in both Rugby codes is bad enough, but the level in Grid Iron is ridiculous. Problem is, the cat is out of the bag. It would be difficult to go back and keep the USP and popularity. And the US Football authorities aren't going to shoot themselves in the foot by protecting the player, even though they should.
 
Onionman said:
Onionman Jr is looking to move football club. He's 14 and very capable indeed, playing Tyro League One level.

We need somewhere with an excellent coach (one who coaches). Southampton area.

Any suggestions?

Vin
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First thing I'd do is contact the local FA and speak to their youth officer. They will probably know which clubs have the best reputation for coaching quality.
 
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American police are great...
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I drove Route 66 with my son last November in a 1965 Ford Mustang - we were doing great until a little old lady crashed into us in Albuquerque. The Police were round the corner and were on the scene within a minute. Nobody was hurt - but the police couldn`t have been more helpful - they helped pull the wing away from the tyre, then escorted us, lights flashing, one car behind, one in front to our motel, and they were apologetic that our trip had been disrupted. They then helped sort out the insurance issues.
My lasting memory from R66 was, from Santa Monica to Chicago, was that we didn`t meet anyone who was unhelpful, or miserable - quite the opposite. The people were great, and inquisitive.
 
AberdeenSaint said:
I drove Route 66 with my son last November in a 1965 Ford Mustang - we were doing great until a little old lady crashed into us in Albuquerque. The Police were round the corner and were on the scene within a minute. Nobody was hurt - but the police couldn`t have been more helpful - they helped pull the wing away from the tyre, then escorted us, lights flashing, one car behind, one in front to our motel, and they were apologetic that our trip had been disrupted. They then helped sort out the insurance issues.
My lasting memory from R66 was, from Santa Monica to Chicago, was that we didn`t meet anyone who was unhelpful, or miserable - quite the opposite. The people were great, and inquisitive.
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Mind if I ask... are you black?
 
Whiteley Saint said:
Make sure she is well trained and will respond to your commands - and not just your wifes - before even thinking of doing this. Personally I would never have a dog off a lead near roads as they are so easily distracted. I've got a Jack Russell so not the best example as they are very wilful but he can be very well behaved until something distracts him that he just has to chase. All dogs are different so temperament is important but I've seen an award winning Police dog (they used to live next door to my parents) chase after a cat despite being incredibly well behaved usually. We use an extending lead if we don't want to let him off the lead.
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Who, the dog or his wife?
 
Just watching the highlights of the women's final - some absolutely brilliant play. The women's game is often criticised for being boring and one-sided, but certainly not this match!
 
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