The Soccer Association of Columbia is currently seeking nominations for its Board of Directors. Interested members should send an email to sacbodnominations@sac-hc.org.

Aki Lake Assumes New Role As SAC/BA Technical Director

This week, Priestly sits down with legendary coach John Ellinger , a Montgomery County, Maryland native whose coaching résumé reads like a piece of U.S. Soccer history. From his early days at Frostburg State to becoming the first head coach of Real Salt Lake (MLS) , Ellinger shares the journey, lessons, and stories that shaped his career. He opens up about coaching some of the nation’s top players, including Landon Donovan , revealing what made the young star so special on and off the field. Plus, hear about his time leading one of the top four ranked teams in the world for U.S. Soccer, and how he continues to influence the next generation with his USSF A License experience and passion for the game. Link: https://www.msysa.org/on-the-line-podcast/

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Baltimore Armour Girls Academy Coaches

Founding Futbol Podcast with SAC /BA Technical Director, John Ellinger

Congratulations to SAC/BA’s VP-Recreation, Wilma Moran-Wylie for her induction into the 2024 Howard County Community Sports Hall of Fame!

Drinking enough water is important every day, but especially when soccer is part of your routine, and you may need electrolytes as well. Rayven Nairn, M.S., R.D., L.D., a dietitian with the Johns Hopkins University Student Health and Wellness Center, answers some common questions about sports hydration, sports drinks and what’s best to drink ― and when. Learn more

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