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Welcome to the Kings Hammer Swan City January Newsletter! This edition features Juniors In-House Kickoff, DPL East Regional Showcase Recap, ODP Interregional Boys, MLS NEXT Regional Cup Qualifiers, Coaching Education, Spring Rec Registration Open, Featured Education: “Technical Development: How Team Training & Individual Work Fit Together”, 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 acorbett@kingshammer.com<\/a>. Each newsletter will be posted on our website as well as our social pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Juniors In-House Kicks Off<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

We kicked off the New Year with our New Juniors In-House Program that began on Jan 5th.  We\u2019re incredibly excited to help create a strong foundation and platform for our youngest players by exposing them to proper training at an early age. At the end of the day, the goal is simple\u2014players with big smiles and a growing love for the game. Be on the lookout for our next Juniors In-House program dates soon. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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DPL East Regional Showcase Recap | Tampa, FL<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Our DPL teams stepped away from the final stretch of their high school seasons to compete at the DPL East Regional Showcase in Tampa Jan 8-12, and they delivered strong performances across the board.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facing quality opposition from across the region, our players showcased their commitment, resilience, and ability to compete at a high level\u2014seamlessly transitioning from high school play back into the DPL environment. The showcase provided a valuable opportunity for growth, exposure, and continued development, and our teams rose to the occasion in every match.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Well done to all of our DPL athletes\u2014an excellent showing in Tampa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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ODP Interregional Boys Success<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

We are proud to recognize 2011 boys Jackson Maxwell and Noah Villarete for their outstanding experience at the USYS ODP Interregional event held January 15\u201319 at the ChampionsGate Sports Complex. Both players were selected to represent the South Team, competing alongside top talent from across the southern region against elite teams from around the country. The South Team delivered an impressive performance throughout the event, and Jackson and Noah rose to the challenge at every stage. Earning selection to this level is a testament to their hard work, commitment, and dedication to their development, and we are incredibly proud of their achievement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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We\u2019re excited to announce a FREE Girls Clinic this February as we continue our mission to grow the girls\u2019 game in our community!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The clinic is designed to give your player the chance to connect with other players, learn new skills, and enjoy the game in a fun and welcoming environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Saturday, February 21st<\/p>\n\n\n\n