If you’re in high school, how is the season going? Drop a comment below!!

The Game Isn’t Hard. The 10 Seconds After a Mistake Are. Watch high-level players closely:They don’t avoid mistakes — they respond immediately. Your next action after:• losing the ball• missing a chance• bad pass is a mental tell to coaches. New Year focus: Mistake → instant re-engagementNo sulking. No gestures. No blame.

Don’t Set Goals. Set Standards. Goals end.Standards don’t. Instead of:“Make varsity”“Get recruited”“Start every game” Ask: - What is my daily standard when I’m tired? - How do I respond after a mistake? - What does my effort look like when no one’s watching? The level you reach in 2026 will match the standards you tolerate, not the goals you write down. Drop one standard you’re committing to this year.

What recruiting platform are you using right now? NCSA, FieldLevel, SportsRecruits, something else… or none at all? What are some of the pros and cons of the platform? Drop the name below 👇

Today isn’t about grinding. It’s about resetting, reflecting, and recharging. Take a moment today to think about: • How far you’ve come this year • What you learned on and off the field • What kind of player (and person) you want to be in 2026 The work continues tomorrow — but today, enjoy your family, your people, and the moment. Merry Christmas, OFA family. We’re building something special together. ❤️⚽️ — Coach Reyes