Calgary Foothills Soccer Club girls academy players and staff visiting a professional stadium as part of their development experience.
Calgary Foothills Soccer Club girls academy players and staff visiting a professional stadium as part of their development experience.

Foothills 2008 Girls & Boys Teams Visit Multiple UK Clubs to Experience “Live Like A Pro”.

The Calgary Foothills Soccer Club’s 2008 Girls and Boys are on a tour of the UK, playing friendly games against top-notch clubs. Academy Managers, Lee Tucker & Marc McLaren arranged several matchups for the teams. Lee Tucker says, “The Live Like A Pro tour provides an opportunity to give the teams memories for life. It includes five games to experience various playing environments and styles, all of which provide something different from when we compete in Alberta. Off the field, we focus on developing team culture. The teams will have guest trainers work with them, a talent show, and activities such as surfing, so we really focus on the holistic development of the group.”

Creating an Inclusive and Immersive Experience that Attracts New Players to the World of Soccer

The tour is a great example of the types of experiences the Foothills Club builds for its players. These activities help us attract new members and introduce soccer to youth across Canada. They support the inclusive and immersive soccer experience that is a Foothills’ core value and help us meet our mandate to create a culture of excellence that produces great players and outstanding individuals. 

2008 Girls Live Like A Pro Schedule

Monday, Aug 7: Plymouth Argyle

Tuesday, Aug 8: Mount Kelly (Chelsea Foundation)

Wednesday, Aug 9: Bridgewater

Friday, Aug 11: Devon FA

Sunday, Aug 13: Chelsea Academy

2008 Boys Live Like A Pro Schedule

Sunday, Aug 20: Cheltenham

Monday, Aug 21: Exeter City

Monday, Aug 21: Bristol City

Tuesday, Aug 22: Chivenor

Wednesday, Aug 23: Plymouth Argyle

Friday, Aug 25: Torquay Academy

Saturday, Aug 26: Chelsea Academy 

Foothills Team Member Reese Kincaid Spoke to BBC about the Impact of Professional Women’s Soccer

It’s not all hard work for the players and coaches. Between matches, they see the sites, and one even spoke with the media. Check out this video clip featuring Foothills member Reese Kincaid who spoke with reporter Alex Green of BBC Spotlight about the impact of professional women’s soccer and the World Cup.

Reese did a great job representing our Club and highlighting our PATHWAY TO PRO. She mentions the United Women’s Soccer League and her excitement about the new Canadian women’s pro league that is starting in 2025. Watch the clip. 

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