Soccer to Coaching: A Journey

The speaker shares his journey from Argentina to the US, where he discovered football in high school. Initially focused on soccer, he eventually embraced football, leading to a coaching career. He discusses the thrill of coaching, balancing family life, and his personal goals of being a dedicated husband and father. The narrative highlights the cultural significance of soccer in Argentina and the unexpected opportunities that led to a fulfilling coaching career in Tampa.

What sport did the narrator initially refuse to play in high school?

• Tennis

• American Football

• Baseball

• Basketball

What was the first item the narrator had in his crib as an Argentinian?

• A tennis racket

• A baseball bat

• A soccer ball

• A basketball

How did the narrator feel about the opportunity to coach an indoor professional team?

• He was surprised and thought it wouldn't happen

• He was uninterested

• He was confident he would get the call

• He was nervous

What does the narrator say gives him an adrenaline rush?

• Coaching and competition

• Playing soccer

• Watching sports

• Running marathons

What is the main reason the narrator coaches his children?

• To win championships

• To spend time with them

• To become famous

• To earn money

What is the narrator's hometown?

• Jacksonville

• Tampa

• Orlando

• Miami

What does the narrator hope for the young girls he coaches?

• That they become future strikers

• That they join the national team

• That they become famous

• That they win every game

What is the narrator's ultimate goal in life?

• To be a famous coach

• To be the best husband and father

• To own a soccer team

• To travel the world

What does the narrator prioritize over anything that keeps him away from his family?

• Career advancement

• Financial success

• Family involvement

• Personal hobbies

What does the narrator emphasize as the reason for his coaching job being perfect?

• It offers fame

• It keeps him in his hometown

• It allows him to travel

• It pays well