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Welcome to the Kings Hammer New Albany March Newsletter! This edition features, Kings Hammer Expands in Columbus, Elite Spring Thaw Success, Birth Year to Soccer Year Transition, ’26\/’27 Player Development Pathway, In-House Juniors, Featured Education: \u201cA Letter from the Technical Desk: Leadership\u201d, GK Union Save of the Month, and more! If you have a player, coach, or team to be highlighted in future newsletters, please send photos and stories to dfry@kingshammer.com<\/a>. Each newsletter will be posted on our website as well as our social pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Kings Hammer Continues Columbus Growth with Two New Clubs<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

The Kings Hammer Soccer Club is growing in Columbus with the addition of Barcelona United and Polaris SC, both set to join the Kings Hammer family in the months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Founded in 2011, Barcelona United has built a strong youth soccer community in Pickerington and Central Ohio. Polaris SC, founded in 2020, has quickly grown into a respected club serving players and families in north Columbus. Both clubs will continue operating in their communities while joining Kings Hammer New Albany as part of the broader network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This expansion strengthens player pathways, shared resources, and competitive opportunities across Columbus\u2014while keeping the unique identity of each club intact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re excited for what this means for players and families and look forward to sharing more updates soon. Join us in welcoming Barcelona United and Polaris SC by liking and commenting on our social announcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To learn more about this exciting addition, click here<\/a> to read the full Barcelona United announcement. Curious how Polaris SC fits into the future of Kings Hammer? Click here<\/a> to read their full announcement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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KHPA B16-2 and KHA B12-1 Shine at Elite Spring Thaw<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Congratulations to KHPA B16-2 and KHA B12-1 for a standout weekend at the Elite Spring Thaw Tournament!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Both teams brought skill, determination, and teamwork to the field, making their mark against strong competition. We\u2019re proud of their hard work and the way they represented Kings Hammer on and off the pitch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here\u2019s to continued success as the spring season unfolds \u2014 great job!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Preparing for 2026\u20132027: Birth Year to Soccer Calendar Year Transition<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

With the 2026\u20132027 season approaching, Kings Hammer New Albany is preparing for the transition from birth year to soccer calendar year registration. Our focus is simple: support every player through the change while continuing to provide the right environment to develop, compete, and enjoy the game!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Watch the video to learn more about how Kings Hammer is preparing for the transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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