{"id":741,"date":"2026-04-29T19:28:14","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T19:28:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/?post_type=club-newsletter&#038;p=741"},"modified":"2026-04-29T19:29:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-29T19:29:07","slug":"april-newsletter-2026","status":"publish","type":"club-newsletter","link":"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/club-newsletter\/april-newsletter-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"April Newsletter 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Welcome to the Kings Hammer Swan City April Newsletter! This edition features &#8217;26\/&#8217;27 Tryouts are Here, Elite U9-U12 Coaching Slates, Program Pricing, Summer Opportunities, 3v3 World Cup Tournament, High School All-County Honors, Featured Education: \u201cA Letter from the Technical Desk: Tryouts\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 <a href=\"mailto:acorbett@kingshammer.com\">acorbett@kingshammer.com<\/a>. Each newsletter will be posted on our website as well as our social pages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2026\/2027 Tryouts are Here!<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tryouts begin May 1st, but there is still time to register! Don\u2019t miss your opportunity to be evaluated and be part of what we\u2019re building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Missed Girls Tryouts (U13\u2013U19)?<\/strong><br>There\u2019s still a path. Reach out directly to Girls Director Ash Hill at <strong><a href=\"mailto:ahill@kingshammer.com\">ahill@kingshammer.com<\/a><\/strong> for opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Click the links below for more information and to secure your spot:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/central-florida\/tryouts\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/central-florida\/tryouts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Elite Boys &amp; Girls (U9\u2013U19)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/central-florida\/swan-city\/academy-tryouts\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/programs\/academy\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Academy Boys &amp; Girls (U8\u2013U19)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/playmetrics.com\/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS03NjgtMTczOTgwMzA5NXxRbVlTazA2aDE1V2pqemRCNVVWQVpCYTVqbWZkUUFhY0R4ZjR0M2dTcTM0PQ==\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/playmetrics.com\/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS03NjgtMTczOTgwMzA5NXxRbVlTazA2aDE1V2pqemRCNVVWQVpCYTVqbWZkUUFhY0R4ZjR0M2dTcTM0PQ==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Click here to register now!<\/strong><\/a><\/h4>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-68-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-779\" style=\"width:389px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-68-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-68-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-68-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-68.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Elite U9-U12 Coaching Slates Announced<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re excited to introduce our U9\u2013U12 Elite coaching staff (boys &amp; girls). This group brings strong leadership, energy, and a clear commitment to developing players the right way. We can not wait to get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"763\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-72-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-72-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-72-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-72-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-72.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"772\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-copy.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-772\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-copy.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-copy-240x300.jpeg 240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Pricing &amp; \u201cThe Kings Standard\u201d&nbsp;<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Elite &amp; Academy program\u00a0pricing for the 2026\/2027 season are now officially live on our website.\u00a0With prices now live we want to highlight \u201cThe Kings Standard\u201d and what will all be included in each\u00a0programs\u00a0price.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Please check out the program pages on our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/swan-city\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>website<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for more information or\u00a0our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/khswancity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>social media pages<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0for a quick rundown.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/02_Kings-Standard-Description-1-819x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-781\" style=\"width:387px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/02_Kings-Standard-Description-1-819x1024.png 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/02_Kings-Standard-Description-1-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/02_Kings-Standard-Description-1-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/02_Kings-Standard-Description-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summer Opportunities<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Technical Training<\/strong><br>Led by Ash Hill and Ryan Wolfe, this program focuses on consistent, high-level technical development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>$20 per session<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U8\u2013U19<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tuesdays &amp; Fridays | 8\u20139 AM<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tiger Town Front Field<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flexible attendance\u2014drop in by day, week, or month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Summer Camps<\/strong><br>Don&#8217;t miss out on our 2026 Summer Camps! Their are multiple weeks available and they are open to all players! July dates coming soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/playmetrics.com\/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS03NjgtMTc3OTU0ODYwOXxRd3plb3lhV2J5TkdjQnBpWGJjbENJY3ZERkxHNGpKam9OZWJmK05zVVFVPQ==&amp;program_id=90922\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/playmetrics.com\/signup?clubToken=TG9naW4tQ2x1Yi52MS03NjgtMTc3OTU0ODYwOXxRd3plb3lhV2J5TkdjQnBpWGJjbENJY3ZERkxHNGpKam9OZWJmK05zVVFVPQ==&amp;program_id=90922\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to register now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"770\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-77-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-770\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-77-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-77-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-77-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-77.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"775\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-775\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-64.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"776\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-776\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-65.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3v3 World Cup&nbsp;Tournament<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Get ready for a day of exciting small-sided soccer at Lake Parker Park on May 30th!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re bringing the World Cup vibe to Lakeland with our 3v3 World Cup Tournament, open to boys and girls U8\u2013U19.\u00a0Fast-paced games. World Cup atmosphere. Open to all players U8\u2013U19.<br>Grab your team and compete!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/media\/headlines\/3v3-world-cup-tournament-may-30th?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS1R3OGF5OGxYYlIwOWpDN3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4m_2enJ1xv7EzJpOd76Bs2T1QNID67BwU3S0L4oOMCqL9XOug9f0fBlQmG8A_aem__sW5iC8FZM7Efd5cnnDUQg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/media\/headlines\/3v3-world-cup-tournament-may-30th?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBExS1R3OGF5OGxYYlIwOWpDN3NydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4m_2enJ1xv7EzJpOd76Bs2T1QNID67BwU3S0L4oOMCqL9XOug9f0fBlQmG8A_aem__sW5iC8FZM7Efd5cnnDUQg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Click here to register now!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-1024x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-774\" style=\"width:384px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-1024x1024.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-300x300.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-150x150.jpeg 150w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63-768x768.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-63.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">High School All-County Honors<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We\u2019re proud to recognize our players named to the 2025\u20132026 Ledger All-County Teams. This recognition reflects the work they put in every day and how they represent the club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Girls Highlights<\/strong><br>2nd Team: Mackenzie Purdie, Natalie Medina, Audrey Slater, Sydney Socorro<br>Honorable Mention: Natalie Wood, Brooke Barrett, Maddison Moore, Isabella Kirchon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Boys Highlights<\/strong><br>1st Team: Jurem Alejo<br>2nd Team: Ian Acevedo, Ryon Morgia, Ayden Buffington, Joaquin Rodriguez, Joel Estrada, Emory James, Aldo Pruna<br>Honorable Mention: Octavio Miguel, Daniel Rathore, Tyler Miller, Estevan Geronimo, Leonel Santibanez, Jensen Warner, Landon Gawtrey, Jackson Walker, Ethan Villalon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Exciting Announcements<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ODP National Select Experience<\/strong><br>Congratulations to 2011 Elite player Noah Villarete on representing the US Youth Soccer ODP National Select Team in Portugal. Competing against top international teams from Japan, Portugal, and France, the group conceded just three goals all tournament.<br>Noah represented the club the right way\u2014on and off the field. An experience to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Coaching Development<\/strong><br>Congratulations to Coach Mackenzie Riley on earning her USSF C License. This reflects her commitment to learning, growing, and investing in her players. Strong coaches continue to elevate our entire club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Next Level \u2013 College Signing<\/strong><br>Official: Emory James has signed with King University. A well-earned opportunity and a big step forward. Proud of the work he\u2019s put in and excited for what\u2019s ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"761\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-88-823x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-761\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-88-823x1024.jpeg 823w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-88-241x300.jpeg 241w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-88-768x955.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-88.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"763\" data-id=\"759\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-85-1024x763.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-759\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-85-1024x763.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-85-300x223.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-85-768x572.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-85.jpeg 1286w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"765\" data-id=\"771\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-86-1024x765.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-771\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-86-1024x765.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-86-300x224.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-86-768x574.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-86.jpeg 1206w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"823\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"769\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-87-823x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-769\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-87-823x1024.jpeg 823w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-87-241x300.jpeg 241w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-87-768x955.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-87.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 823px) 100vw, 823px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"751\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-81-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-751\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-81-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-81-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-81-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-81.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Competition Recap<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easter International Cup Champions<\/strong><br>Our 2011 Elite girls went the distance at the Copa Rayados Easter International Cup\u2014five matches from Thursday through Easter morning\u2014and never let up. They capped it off with a dominant 3\u20130 win in the final over Connecticut FC Legacy RL.<br>Relentless, driven, and fully deserving. We couldn\u2019t be prouder of this group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Sarasota Cup Success &amp; Finalists<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2015 Pre-Academy Girls: 2nd place finish at Sarasota Cup + 2nd in USA League to close the season. A group that has grown tremendously.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2016 Pre-Elite Girls: Sarasota Cup Finalists\u2014strong run to finish the season.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2011 Academy Boys: Reached the Sarasota Cup Final with a gritty, consistent weekend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2015 Pre-Elite Boys: Sarasota Cup Finalists\u2014continuing to develop and compete at a high level.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Undefeated Weekend<\/strong><br>Our 2009 Elite Boys went unbeaten at the NAL Crossover Fest, competing against top-level opposition and showing exactly what they\u2019re capable of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>DPL Showcase \u2013 Virginia<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>U14 Girls: Battled in the top division with resilience and strong work rate throughout the weekend.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>U13 Girls: Finished 2\u20131, closing with a 4\u20131 win. Clear growth, confidence, and strong momentum moving forward.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>International Experience<\/strong><br>2014 Pre-Elite players Isaiah Perez and Ahmad Abukhdair competed in the MIC Football Tournament in Spain, facing top global competition, including La Masia. A great opportunity earned through hard work and commitment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-4 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"708\" data-id=\"778\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-67-1024x708.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-778\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-67-1024x708.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-67-300x208.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-67-768x531.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-67.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 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https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-89-768x615.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-89.jpeg 1198w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"818\" data-id=\"758\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-90-1024x818.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-758\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-90-1024x818.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-90-300x240.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-90-768x614.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-90.jpeg 1199w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"818\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"745\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/FCB81B4B-6758-46EF-91A5-73069F7A5AA1-818x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-745\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/FCB81B4B-6758-46EF-91A5-73069F7A5AA1-818x1024.jpg 818w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/FCB81B4B-6758-46EF-91A5-73069F7A5AA1-240x300.jpg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/FCB81B4B-6758-46EF-91A5-73069F7A5AA1-768x961.jpg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/FCB81B4B-6758-46EF-91A5-73069F7A5AA1.jpg 1178w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 818px) 100vw, 818px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-id=\"773\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/68E2B10E-652D-4215-8D29-C8AE470A118E-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-773\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/68E2B10E-652D-4215-8D29-C8AE470A118E-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/68E2B10E-652D-4215-8D29-C8AE470A118E-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/68E2B10E-652D-4215-8D29-C8AE470A118E-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/68E2B10E-652D-4215-8D29-C8AE470A118E.jpg 1179w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Development &amp; Club Culture<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Pre-Academy Growth<\/strong><br>From Rec to competitive, our 2015 Pre-Academy girls continue to show what development looks like over time. The foundation is strong, and the future is bright.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>End-of-Season Moments<\/strong><br>Our 2013 Elite Girls wrapped up their season the right way\u2014together. These moments matter and reflect the culture we\u2019re building across the club.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Team Bonding<\/strong><br>Our 2014 Pre-Elite Boys closed out a training night with a well-earned pizza party\u2014built on competition, consistency, and a little fun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-5 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"680\" data-id=\"754\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-93-1024x680.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-93-1024x680.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-93-300x199.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-93-768x510.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-93.jpeg 1440w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" data-id=\"757\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-91-1024x768.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-757\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-91-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-91-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-91-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-91.jpeg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-69-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-780\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-69-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-69-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-69-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-69.jpeg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">In the Community<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our Directors recently spent time with students at Mulberry RCMA, sharing the game and connecting through soccer. Creating access and building relationships in the community is a big part of who we are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your school is interested in partnering with us, reach out: <strong><a href=\"mailto:info@kingshammer.com\">info@kingshammer.com<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-6 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"764\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-73-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-764\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-73-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-73-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-73-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-73.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"766\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-75-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-766\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-75-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-75-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-75-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-75.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"767\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-76-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-76-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-76-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-76-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-76.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"765\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-74-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-765\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-74-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-74-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-74-768x961.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/04\/image-74.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">From The National Technical Desk: Tryouts<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As we move through the spring season, our focus begins to shift toward something that carries real weight &#8212; the opportunity to prove yourself, push your limits, and take the next step in your soccer journey. Tryout season is approaching, and with it comes one of the most important challenges you&#8217;ll face as a developing player. The question isn&#8217;t whether you&#8217;re ready. The question is whether you&#8217;re willing to go after it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Being part of Kings Hammer means you are already ahead. You train in one of the best environments in the region, one built with intention, with structure, and with each individual player in mind. Our program exists to give you the clearest possible pathway forward, from where you are today to where you are capable of going. That doesn&#8217;t happen by accident. It happens because of the people around you, the standards we hold, and the culture we build together every day on that training field.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you walk into tryouts, you carry that with you. You carry the reps, the lessons, the feedback, and the habits built inside this program. That is your foundation. Don&#8217;t take it for granted. Lean into it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s what we want to challenge you with as tryout season approaches:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Go after it with everything you have.<\/strong>&nbsp;Spring is your opportunity to make a statement. Every session, every match, every rep between now and tryouts is a chance to sharpen your game and show what kind of player you are becoming. Don&#8217;t coast. Don&#8217;t wait. Attack this stretch of the season with urgency and intention.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Trust the process you&#8217;ve been a part of.<\/strong>&nbsp;You have been coached, challenged, and developed inside a program that cares deeply about your growth. The knowledge you&#8217;ve built here is real. The connections you&#8217;ve made are real. Walk into every opportunity this spring knowing that the work has been done. Now it&#8217;s time to show it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Use the resources around you.<\/strong>&nbsp;Your Directors of Coaching and your Head Coaches are here for you. Ask questions. Seek feedback. Have the conversations that help you understand what areas to sharpen and where your game can grow. That&#8217;s what they are here for. Great players don&#8217;t wait to be coached. They seek it out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Kings Hammer is built on three things: the best environment, the clearest pathway, and a genuine commitment to serving every player who comes through this program. As tryouts approach, know that you are not doing this alone. You have a staff, a club, and a community behind you. Trust the preparation, embrace the challenge, and go compete.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The spring is yours. Go take it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Go out there and bring the Relentless Action.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>&#8211; Bronson Gambale, KH National Technical Director<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/03\/lakeland_swan-city_action_elite-girl-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-729\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.4992888417882142;width:386px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/03\/lakeland_swan-city_action_elite-girl-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/03\/lakeland_swan-city_action_elite-girl-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/03\/lakeland_swan-city_action_elite-girl-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/legacy.kingshammer.com\/swan-city\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/10\/2026\/03\/lakeland_swan-city_action_elite-girl-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">GK Union Save of the Month<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our March GK Union Save of the Month winners sure know how to stop a counter attack! A leaping save from Henry in Middle Tennessee and breakaway stops from Lily in Cincinnati stole the show! Congratulations Henry and Lily!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Did you make an incredible save or a game-saving block? We want to see them! Post your best saves in the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/share\/g\/o4SM1UE2EoqUv1wh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Kings Hammer GK Union Facebook group<\/strong><\/a>. Be sure to share throughout the upcoming season and YOU could be selected for our Kings Hammer Save of the Month! GK Save of the Month winners will be announced the Friday of the first full week of the following month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Monthly winners will be posted on the Kings Hammer social pages and on the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/kingshammer.com\/players\/goalkeeping-program\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>GK Union page<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"GK Union Save of the Month I March 2026\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Dz-6bIWjN9k?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Stay Connected 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