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Dream Big!
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When I was 15 years old I didn't know any famous female soccer players and I was an average player on a decent soccer team.
But when I was 25 years old I idolized Mia Hamm and got a try-out for our Women's National Team. I never made the '99 Women's World Cup Team but I still have a lot to show from the experience.
For example, on display at work is a prized possession of this self-professed feminist: a Mia Hamm inspired Soccer Barbie from 1999. My boss at the time of my year-long try-out (yes we called them try-outs back then) bought it for me on a trip to the US. I couldn't bear to take her out of the box then and I still can't today. Every four years she gets a closer look as I think about how much has changed as we gear up to watch the 2015 Women's World Cup.
24 teams will now play for the trophy instead of 16. 29 million girls and women play the sport world-wide. The event will be televised for all to see.
The moment is here....exhibition games are coming, we know Canada's team and this time when I dream about the Women's World Cup, I still dream about being at the game but my seat has changed a little.
Karen Hood-Deshon
Executive Director
Lower Island Soccer Association
 
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FIFA Women's World Cup Canada 2015TM Priority List
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The FIFA Women's World Cup Canada™ is pleased to offer a special opportunity for those who purchase tickets to the Canadian Women's National Team vs Germany match to opt-in to be a part of a priority list to purchase Venue Packs to the 2015 competition in Vancouver.
To opt-in, purchasers must sign up for the priority access privilege by clicking the 'Priority Access' button clearly indicated on the ticket purchase confirmation page at ticketmaster.ca.
Venue Packs will go on sale following the FIFA-20 Women's World Cup Canada 2014 that will be held August 5-24. An advance window will be provided for those on the priority list to purchase their venue packs.
For additional information on the FIFA Women's World Cup Canada 2015™ priority list, click here.
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In February of 2014 the Lower Island Soccer Association and the University of Victoria again partnered to offer female only coaching courses as part of the 'She Kicks' program that was successfully introduced at the CIS Women's Championships in 2012. Watch the 2012 Program YouTube Video
32 players obtained their Active Start Coaching Certification
24 players obtained their FUNdamentals Coaching Certification
We look forward to integrating these women into the Lower Island Soccer Association coaching community.
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| Where is the next Christine Sinclair? |
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She is out there, here's hoping she is you!
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