Most freshmen don’t struggle because they’re untalented.
They struggle because everything is new.
New environment.
New system.
Away from family.
And the talent level? Just as good, if not better.
Many expect to start right away. Most don’t.
So when the struggle comes, and it will, take a lesson from Tom Brady.
Early in his career, Brady got 2 practice reps. The starter got 20. He asked his coach, “How can I get better with only two?��
The answer: “Make those two perfect.”
So he treated them like the Super Bowl. Full speed. Full focus. No wasted motion.
Two reps became four.
Four became ten.
Ten became a starting job.
What separated him wasn’t talent.
It was how he treated limited opportunities.
Most backups focus on the reps they didn’t get.
Brady treated his 2 reps like an audition.
That lesson goes beyond sports.
Not leading the project? Own your role like it runs the company.
Not in the big meeting? Make your five minutes count.
Not starting? Practice like it’s game day.
Development isn’t about where you start.
It’s about how you respond.
Opportunity doesn’t expand because you deserve it.
It expands because you make it impossible to ignore.
Question:
What are your “2 reps” right now? And are you treating them like they matter?
With no time on clock to end half, @WoodhavenHigh Jr kicker @LilaMegyesi nailed a 43-yard FG. One best and most underrated female athletes in Michigan. Recently committed to @SLUWSoccer This was an incredible kick in a rivalry game of unbeaten team. @statechampsmich
As we head into June 15th…a reminder for all those 2027s looking for a 🏠:
There’s no place like Hermann Stadium.
Conferece or “Power” affiliations do not equal a quality level, fans or atmosphere.
COMMUNITY, CULTURE, CHAMPIONSHIPS are what makes the environment special.
Coming in at #11 in National Attendance for the 2024 Season. 🏠 🏟️
Thank you, St. Louis, for making Hermann Stadium one of the best environments in women’s college soccer. STL➡️SLU #HTR#Legacy
@mlycan12@ImYouthSoccer Amen @mlycan12 AND many of us “non-power” schools consistently outperform (beat & out-rank) many of the “power” schools. Use top-25 data, use championships won, use NCAA Tournament appearances if we’re going to advertise something as “higher level, elite, or better”.
The Neisler Brothers are two of the most talented creatives out there. We are so lucky to have them help our program shine and tell our story,
Loved getting a chance to celebrate @cam_neisler last night. ����️
Last night was our Graphic Design Senior Show at Maryville.
A special Thank You to @JoshSchertzSLU & Mrs. Nat 🏀 as well as @kshields12 & her son Henry ⚽️ (forgot a pic!) for taking the time to stop by and support.
It’s easy to root for those programs when they are the leaders.
There’s no place like Hermann Stadium.
Once again…Power “3 or 4 or whatever number” does not equal fans or atmosphere.
COMMUNITY, CULTURE, CHAMPIONSHIPS are what makes the environment special.
Coming in at #11 in National Attendance for the 2024 Season. 🏠 🏟️
Thank you, St. Louis, for making Hermann Stadium one of the best environments in women’s college soccer. STL➡️SLU #HTR#Legacy
Coming to ECNL St. Louis this weekend?
Between games, come check out beautiful Hermann Stadium and our gorgeous campus.
We are located about 20 minutes from the ECNL Complexes, but a whole world away in views! 🤩 🏠
𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐌𝐏𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐒 🏆 @WASHUBears
Congratulations to WashU, the 2024 Division III Women’s Soccer champions! This is their second championship and their first since 2016. ⚽️
#WhyD3 | #D3soc
So well earned…
and most of all Emily Puricelli getting the recognition she deserves. The only woman in program history to earn All-Region for 4 years. Incredible. 🧤
𝐀𝐥𝐥-𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐬 🤩
Congratulations to Emily Gaebe, Lyndsey Heckel, and Emily Puricelli on being named to the 2024 United Soccer Coaches All-East Region Team!
🔗: https://t.co/wHaSOz1E43
#HTR#RollBills
BRICK WALL 🧱🧱🧱
The best to ever do it between the pipes… @puricelli_emily hasn’t missed a single game in goal for the Billikens since her freshman year and she continues to set the bar as one of the best goalkeepers in the country.
#HTR#RollBills
An old mentor of mine used to tell me…”don’t chase the big time, make it big time where you are.”
So proud to be a part of this program and community. Come climb with us. 🏔️