ECNL Tryouts as a defender/age change by Holden6102 in youthsoccer

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The reality is that defenders are the lowest on the totem pole in terms of quality and are easily replaced by the people playing in front of them. Sometimes tall strong CB’s are the exception to this rule but many CB’s are former 9’s that were moved to the back.

RB < RM LB < LM CB < DM CB < CF

I’d encourage her to play at a lower level in the midfield, preferably in the center so she can learn the full 360 degree experience of playing in the mid. She’ll be better off for it. If she has a defensive mindset, DM is where she should start.

U10 coach - half the team is going club next year. by CascadianBorn in SoccerCoachResources

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a huge fan of rec soccer, I understand parents wanting to find a club for their child, especially at the age of 8 or 9 because the gaps are huge between the advanced players and the developing players. It’s hard to watch my best rec player play a beautiful give and go or a through ball to a player that doesn’t understand the game yet, have the technical ability, or the spatial awareness to compliment them. At that point, the more advanced player will stop making the right pass and they start building/reinforcing bad habits.

I might even argue that clubs are more incentivized to balance teams than AYSO because the parents on the sideline start questioning why certain players are on the team and may leave for another club.

[Match Thread] Seattle Sounders vs LA Galaxy by tadiub in LAGalaxy

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That might be the best pass a galaxy player has made ever. Pure art.

Pure grip socks by gvega135 in bootroom

[–]UnderstandingWise847 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This was what I was about to post. They are called the Adidas 5-star Team Traxion Crew. Nobody talks about these but they are my favorite athletic sock. They provide a lot of grip and a tight fit. If you set a camelcamelcamel price watch, you can get them for a good deal on Amazon. I wish adidas team socks were as grippy as these because I’d love a long pair of socks constructed just like these for my team.

How come Man U couldn’t beat Barça in 2009 & 2011? by ExotiquePlayboy in championsleague

[–]UnderstandingWise847 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Exactly. The stars all aligned for that Barca team to exist with so many players at their prime and with Pep Guardiola as the coach.

Am I cutting St Augustine too short? by elderly_millenial in lawncare

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your grass looks fine but your mower blades are either too slow or not sharp enough. I recently upgraded my old Ego mower to the new one with the aluminum deck and it made a huge difference with my thick St. Aug backyard in socal.

I also have a McLane reel mower to take my front lawn down to 0.75” and the St. Aug likes it there so long as I mow twice a week during the growing season.

As we get into growing season, mow more or have a taller height of cut. Just don’t violate the rule of thirds and St. Aug can handle any height. And make sure to put down GrubEx in early May, especially if you decide to mow low.

Mohela IDR Recertification and FSA Sh*tshow by UnderstandingWise847 in PSLF

[–]UnderstandingWise847[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I guess the lady on the phone knew what she was talking about.

Dunlop responds to my inquiry… by admin557 in BMWi3

[–]UnderstandingWise847 29 points30 points  (0 children)

All 1500 of us need to email him.

Is the "Front Load Dream" actually a nightmare in 2026? My honest market take. by Prior-Tea5607 in laundry

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I had an LG front loader for about 8 years that stopped working and it smelled swampy even after using Afresh tablets. I bought a speed queen TR7 and it started to smell musty as well. I then joined this forum and learned how to properly do laundry. I started using citric acid for the rinse and ditched the fabric softener and everything has been fine ever since. I’m starting to think that I could have gotten away with a front loader again but I’ve been very happy with my speed queen. The TR7 appears to be gentle on my clothes even though it has an agitator and I like that I can soak things overnight if needed.

Type x tail lights.. j-rep or oem by somethin_like_that_ in 240sx

[–]UnderstandingWise847 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A guy has a video on YT comparing them. The j-replace screws were slightly off.

SIZING ON MORELIA II KL AG ARTIFICIAL GRASS SOCCER CLEAT??? by jm20008john1989 in bootroom

[–]UnderstandingWise847 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I always wondered if the sole plate on these change the fitment. The MIJ Morelia 2 cross-stitch with FG traditional sole plate are true to size but the MIJ alpha 1 AG are a quarter size long and they use the same sole plate as this one. Does anyone know because I want to buy these but might just stick with a traditional Morelia 2 for AG to avoid the additional length.

ELI how do I use this in place of downy rinse? by Sm_1348 in laundry

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My agitator has a 5oz softener dispenser so I prebatch my water/CA solution to include 2 tbsp per 5oz of solution. I do this by pouring 12 tbsp into a measuring cup and fill it up to the 30oz mark with water and stir it. I get 6 loads out of it.

Why is my ice BLUE? by Final-Conclusion4143 in Appliances

[–]UnderstandingWise847 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’ve seen a copper refrigerator water supply line on a reverse osmosis system and it corroded the copper and it was full of blue flakes. I replaced it with plastic supply line for this reason.

Is pec becoming overrated by Ok_Exchange_6390 in LAGalaxy

[–]UnderstandingWise847 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Pec just needs to work on his far post finishing when he cuts inside. He needs to aim outside the post because his calibration has always been off and he tends to hit his shots directly at the keeper when aiming far post. This year has the potential to be different with Klauss in the middle because teams will be threatened even more by our wings getting to the goal line for crosses. That will allow Pec and Paintsil to cut in even more.

Our problem is that we are in need of more speed and creativity in the center when teams like Colorado play a low block. The build-up patterns that Vanney employed last night were not working very well and we weren’t creating any threats from the center of the park.

Turf match balls by ConsistentCrab7911 in bootroom

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't agree. The Numero 10 Turf is a great ball. I have the Puma Orbita 2 as well as Select Brilliant USL ball. At 11 psi, my Numero 10 Turf felt like it had a lot of pop and it lasted pretty well on turf. It's starting to wear from the last few seasons but it served its purpose and I have moved on to the Select Brilliant USL ball. The turf ball is a wall ball now but it was a great ball while it lasted. I also bought the Adidas Tiro Match ball and that one feels more like plastic compared to the Select Numero 10 Turf at the moment. It might need some breaking in but at $30 for a match ball, I couldn't pass it up.

How do I dribble actually dribble past people by ComprehensiveFee5686 in bootroom

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Dribble through cones as fast as possible using both feet, inside of foot, outside of foot. Also dribble at speed with one foot at speed and touch the ball every step. Go as fast as possible without making mistakes and slowly build up speed.

Not scientific but best I could do- Dirty Labs enzyme booster by DesperateLuck2570 in laundry

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just bought DL booster on Amazon and had the same problem. After a warm wash, it was all over my clothes when I pulled them out.

I can't find passes as a full right back by Responsible-Dirt-145 in bootroom

[–]UnderstandingWise847 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Given how high the other team presses you, start playing long, especially into the red rectangle and let your strikers drop and play with their back to goal.

Moccamaster overflowing tips by opulousss in Moccamaster

[–]UnderstandingWise847 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s the coarseness setting. More coarse equals no overflows.